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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Special SANTA Running Day @ QSMEE - Pine Valley Miniature Railway This month, QSMEE's public running day will feature a special guest - Santa! This is a wonderful opportunity to bring the children to meet Santa and have photos in a truly unique setting. This is the second year of running this special day, and […] |
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Gold Coast families looking for engaging, early childhood activities will love Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery in June 2026. This free monthly program offers local parents and young kids a playful introduction to art through interactive movement and storytelling, making it a fantastic weekend outing to spark creativity in toddlers. Art Explorers at HOTA Gallery […] |
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Get ready to step back in time as the BFISC Ice Spectacular 2026 – The Sensational 70's brings the colour, music and excitement of the 1970s to Iceworld Boondall! Join Boondall Figure Ice Skating Club (BFISC) for its eighth annual Ice Spectacular, a family-friendly celebration of figure skating featuring talented competitive figure skaters, ice dancers, […]
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Welcome to the Mad Hatter's Tea Party - a cheeky and chaotic circus cabaret for all ages. This immersive stage cabaret throws open the doors to Wonderland and invites you into a riot of tricks, tumbles and topsy-turvy fun. Join the Mad Hatter and a wild crew of Wonderland misfits. Expect acrobatics, juggling, hula-hooping, high-flying […]
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Celebrate a historic milestone this December 2026 at Tram 47’s 125th birthday, hosted at the Brisbane Tramway Museum in Ferny Grove. Brisbane families can hop aboard for unlimited vintage tram and bus rides, explore hands-on museum exhibits, watch sniffer dog demonstrations, and treat the kids to fun face painting and delicious food van snacks. Tram […] |
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Give them a little Christmas magic. Step into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker, brought to life by Brisbane Ballet as part of The Magic of Ballet — our family season of shows dedicated to younger audiences. With beautiful dancing, colourful characters and Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable music, this festive adventure invites children and their grown-ups to […]
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Get ready for The Great Aussie Christmas Pantomime, a brand-new festive adventure packed with funny characters, Christmas chaos, big laughs and plenty of Aussie spirit! This year, we're swapping snow for sunshine, reindeer for roos and bringing you a Christmas celebration with a hilariously Aussie twist! Think sun, sand, sausage rolls and a whole lot […]
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Join award-winning children’s performer Lucas Proudfoot and his cheeky crew of characters for a high-energy, music-filled ride through the magical world of Pelican Bay! Packed with live music, dancing, laughter and storytelling, this interactive show gets kids moving, grooving and learning – while grown-ups can enjoy the ride too. Bookings are required for this free […]
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Event details can change. Always check with the organiser before heading out to any Brisbane or SEQ event, and let us know if anything needs updating at [email protected]