Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends If your kids are obsessed with crocodiles, Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum Kurilpa is a must-do. Walk alongside one of […]
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Kids and Family Events in Brisbane | What’s on in South East Queensland
Find the best family-friendly events happening across Brisbane and South East Queensland. From free community events and school holiday activities to festivals, markets and live shows — updated regularly so you never miss a thing.
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Brisbane Events
Events for 12 July, 2026
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Olafur Eliasson: Presence, Riverbed at QAGOMA
Brisbane families might remember this extraordinary piece of artwork and we are so excited to say that ‘Olafur Eliasson: Presence is returning to QAGOMA! Experience Olafur Eliasson’s Riverbed at GOMA, […]
IAG Kids: LightPlay at Ipswich Art Gallery
Ipswich Art Gallery is glowing with creativity this school term, with IAG Kids: LightPlay inviting little ones into a dazzling world where light becomes an element of discovery, imagination, and […]
The Premier’s Reading Challenge
The Premier's Reading Challenge 2026 The Premier's Reading Challenge champions reading with the goal of encouraging young Queenslanders to read for pleasure and learning, to improve literacy and give them […]
Fascinating Science at Bribie Island Seaside Museum
Fascinating Science arrives at the Bribie Island Seaside Museum in June 2026, offering a free Questacon exhibition for curious Brisbane families. This hands-on event features interactive puzzles and optical illusions […]
Queensland Museum Kurilpa – Winter School Holiday Activities
Discover what's on at the museum these winter school holidays with engaging tours, talks and experiences for the whole family. Kurilpa Kids Discovery Tour Step into a world of whales, […]
Toon World at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre
Keep the kids entertained these winter school holidays at Toon World, a free interactive cartoon experience coming to Indooroopilly Shopping Centre from June to July 2026. Brisbane families can enjoy […]
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Winter School Holiday Program at State Library
These school holidays, discover opportunities to share stories, create, learn and play with hands-on experiences for children and families. These featured events are just a taste of the exciting winter […]
City of Moreton Bay: Agents of Discovery Aussie Explorer
Transform local nature trails into an interactive playground with the Agents of Discovery app in Moreton Bay. This free, augmented-reality mobile game invites Brisbane kids and their parents to become […]
Free
The Great Beach Adventure – Wynnum Fringe Festival
The Lunchbox Theatre 166 Bay Terrace, WynnumLooking for a fun family theatre experience this July 2026? Head to Wynnum for The Great Beach Adventure, an interactive and high-energy show perfect for Brisbane kids aged 3 to […]
Free School holiday programs at Moreton Bay Libraries
There are a lot of fantastic activities on offer at the library during school holidays! Discover performances, workshops, activities and more thanks to City of Moreton Bay! Improv Jam Meet new […]
SPARK Ipswich
SPARK Ipswich 2026 Ipswich’s signature celebration of people, places, arts, and culture returns with an electrifying new program set to ignite the city with creativity, community and colour. Over multiple […]
Ballet Theatre of Queensland’s Snow White
Ballet Theatre Queensland’s Snow White Mirror Mirror on the wall … who’s the fairest of them all? Be transported to the land of fantasy in Ballet Theatre Queensland’s highly acclaimed […]
Samford Show
Samford Show 2026 Just 25km from Brisbane CBD, located at the picturesque Samford Showgrounds, the Samford Show promises to return in spectacular fashion. Held over two fun-filled days in July, […]
The Made Local Market – Winter
The Made Local Market returns to the Brisbane Showgrounds in July 2026, showcasing over 120 curated stalls of handcrafted treasures and unique designs. This indoor event offers creative workshops, delicious […]
Mt Gravatt Markets
Mt Gravatt Showgrounds 1644 Logan Rd, Mt GravattMt Gravatt Markets The Mt Gravatt Markets is the place for the local community to come together every week, rain, hail or shine. With over 200 stalls, there’s something for […]
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Caloundra Street Fair
Bulcock Street Bulcock St, CaloundraCaloundra Street Fair Fill your Sunday with fun, flair, and flavor at the Caloundra Street Fair! With over 120 unique stalls, the entire family can immerse themselves in some of […]
Free
Logan Model Engineering Society Miniature Train Rides
16 Netball Drv (Off Ewing Rd) 16 Netball Drv (Off Ewing Rd), Woodridge,Logan Model Engineering Society Miniature Train Rides Logan Model Engineering Society Miniature Train Rides running days are 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month. Trains run from 10:30am through […]
QSMEE – Pine Valley Miniature Railway Public Running Day
QSMEE Pine Valley 122 Warner Road, WarnerQSMEE - Pine Valley Miniature Railway Public Running Day Visitors and community groups are warmly invited to enjoy public running days at the track. As the track is located on […]
Redcliffe Markets
Redcliffe Parade Redcliffe Parade, RedcliffeRedcliffe Markets Set alongside the picturesque Redcliffe Peninsula, the Redcliffe Markets are an iconic seaside marketplace filled with fresh farm-direct produce and meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, fresh-baked bread, gourmet […]
G’day Little Queenslanders! Redcliffe
various locations around Queensland QueenslandJoin other local families for G'day Little Queenslanders, a free community celebration held in Redcliffe this July 2026. This exciting Brisbane event for kids features creative activities and food trucks. […]
Jan Power’s Farmers Market @ Eagle Farm
Eagle Farm Markets 230 Lancaster Rd, Ascot, BrisbaneThe weekly Jan Powers Farmers Markets at Eagle Farm Racecourse offer a fantastic Sunday morning outing for local families and their dogs. Launching in May 2026, this free Brisbane event […]
PuppyPalooza
Faith Lutheran College Redlands 132 Link Road, Victoria Point +1 morePuppyPalooza returns to the Redlands Coast this May, July, and August 2026 for a series of free, dog-friendly festivals. These events feature over 40 pet stalls, food trucks, and a […]
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