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 9 August, 2026
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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 […]
The Red Dress exhibition
Families and kids can experience a unique piece of global art at the Museum of Brisbane when The Red Dress exhibition makes its first Australian appearance from July 2026 to […]
Night Feast 2026 at Brisbane Powerhouse
Brisbane Powerhouse 119 Lamington Street New Farm, BrisbaneDiscover a month-long celebration of food and art at Night Feast 2026, held at the iconic Brisbane Powerhouse. Running from July to August 2026, this spectacular event features signature dishes […]
Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
Discover inspiring outdoor artwork at the Brisbane Sculpture Festival starting this August 2026. Held at the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens, this event showcases incredible works from local artists. It offers […]
The Dagwood Dog Guy & Showbag Mania – Everton Park
Treat your family to a taste of show season at The Dagwood Dog Guy & Showbag Mania in Everton Park this August 2026. Located at Spotlight, this popular Brisbane pop-up […]
Ekka 2026
Join the historic celebration of the Royal Queensland Show as it marks 150 years of tradition this August 2026. Families can enjoy nine days of excitement at the Brisbane Showgrounds, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Family Funanza – Nerang 2026
Families looking for affordable weekend activities should head to the Big Family Funanza in Nerang this August 2026. This community festival offers Brisbane families a perfect day out featuring free […]
Free
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 […]
Gold Coast Kite Festival
Soar into a day of colourful community culture at the Gold Coast Kite Festival and India Independence Day Celebration this August 2026. Held at the Broadwater Parklands, this family-friendly day […]
Free
OLA Carnival 2026
Enjoy a fun-filled community day out at the OLA Carnival in Wavell Heights this August 2026. Perfect for Brisbane families, this free-entry event features an early Jumble Sale, thrilling rides, […]
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