Kids and Family Events in Brisbane and South East Queensland
Find the best family events happening in 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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Week of Events
Brisbane Sculpture Festival
Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2025 This July, the Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens will come alive with creativity as the Brisbane Sculpture Festival returns, turning the gardens into an inspiring outdoor gallery the whole family can enjoy. Presented by Sculptors Queensland, the free event features both indoor and outdoor exhibitions with stunning works by local sculptors – […]
St Margaret’s 2025 Open Morning
St Margaret's 2025 Open Morning Held during EKKA Week, the second Open Morning for 2025 offers prospective families a valuable opportunity to experience life at the School. Guests will hear from Principal Ms Ros Curtis AM before taking a student-led tour of the campus, including classrooms, facilities, and the boarding house. The morning concludes with […]
World Lizard Day at Kumbartcho Sanctuary
World Lizard Day at Kumbartcho Sanctuary Join the team from Geckoes Wildlife at Kumbartcho Sanctuary for a fun and interactive celebration of World Lizard Day — a free family-friendly event where curious minds can learn all about our incredible local lizards! Discover fascinating facts about these often misunderstood reptiles, including: 🦎 Which lizards give birth […]
The Gruffalo’s Child – Live on Stage
The Gruffalo’s Child – Live on Stage SPECIAL OFFER: Bring your Gown-Up for FREE to the Saturday performances! The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood… If you loved The Gruffalo, don't miss the sequel, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours – now in a new West […]
Good Tunes Charity Bush Dance
Good Tunes Charity Bush Dance A community bush dance with the Good Tunes Band open to all ages. Dances are walked through and called – no experience required! All entry sales will be donated to support the "Nundah All Stars" - Community Living Association (CLA). CLA is a community organisation in Nundah working alongside people […]
RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre Open Days
RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre Sunday Open Days Showcasing the incredible history of the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), the Heritage Centre has displays that include Sabre and Mirage fighter jets, a flawless WWII Jeep, Sioux and Iroquois helicopters and a Caribou airlifter. The museum pays particular attention to the history of aviation at the […]
UQ Gatton Open Day
UQ Gatton Open Day 2025 The University of Queensland warmly invites prospective students and their families to Open Day at the Gatton campus. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore study options in agriculture, agribusiness, and plant, animal and veterinary sciences, while experiencing life at one of Australia’s leading regional university campuses. Visitors to […]
Skywhales Sunshine Coast
Skywhales Sunshine Coast The Skywhales are coming to the Sunshine Coast for one of their first-ever presentations in South-East Queensland, bringing with them a breathtaking experience like no other. Touring from the National Gallery of Australia, Patricia Piccinini’s monumental hot air balloon sculptures - Skywhale and Skywhalepapa will float above the dawn skies at the […]
Monday, August 11, 2025
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Tuesday, August 12, 2025
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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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Thursday, August 14, 2025
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Friday, August 15, 2025
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Saturday, August 16, 2025
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Sunday, August 17, 2025
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