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SUMMARY:The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards at Redcliffe Museum
DESCRIPTION:Visit The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition at Redcliffe Museum\, extended through October 2026. Perfect for local families and kids\, this free display showcases 60 hilarious\, award-winning animal photos from around the world\, offering an entertaining and memorable outing that inspires a love for nature and wildlife conservation. \nThe Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards at Redcliffe Museum\nEnjoy a light-hearted visit to Redcliffe Museum with The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition. Showcasing some of nature’s funniest and most unexpected moments\, this popular international competition features photographs submitted from around the world. \nThe exhibition includes 60 images from past winners and finalists\, capturing animals at their most playful\, surprising and expressive. Alongside the laughs\, the display also encourages conversations about caring for wildlife and protecting the natural world. \nFree to visit and suitable for all ages\, this exhibition offers a fun and memorable outing for families\, sparking curiosity\, smiles and a sense of wonder for the animal kingdom. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday 30th May – Sunday 16th August Sunday 18th October 2026. Redcliffe Museum is open Wednesday to Friday 10am – 4pm\, Saturday – Sunday 10am – 3pm. \nWhere: Redcliffe Museum\, 75 Anzac Avenue\, Redcliffe 4020 \nCost: Free \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/the-comedy-wildlife-photography-awards-at-redcliffe-museum/
LOCATION:Redcliffe Museum\, 75 Anzac Ave\, Redcliffe\, qld\, 4020\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 Brisbane kids and parents a wonderful opportunity to explore a scenic sculpture trail and enjoy hands-on art demonstrations together. \nBrisbane Sculpture Festival 2026\nMt 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. \nPresented by Sculptors Queensland\, the free event features both indoor and outdoor exhibitions showcasing works by some of Queensland’s most prominent sculptors\, from bold and contemporary to whimsical and thought-provoking. Every piece is available for purchase\, and visitors are encouraged to vote in the People’s Choice award for their favourites. A gold coin donation or raffle ticket purchase is appreciated. \nThe indoor exhibition is held at the Mt Coot-tha Auditorium from 1st to 9th August (open daily 10am to 4pm)\, where visitors can view works up close and speak directly with the sculptors. \nThe outdoor sculpture trail winds through the beautiful botanic gardens from 1st August to 30th October (open daily 10am to 4pm)\, with sculptures of all shapes and sizes tucked among the greenery. \nSculpture demonstrations will be held on selected dates throughout the festival\, and small group tours of the outdoor trail are available by appointment. Free parking is available in the gardens’ main carpark\, with overflow parking accessible via Ada Street. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: \n\nOutdoor Exhibition Saturday 1st August until Friday 30th October 2026 during the Garden opening hours (10am – 4pm);\nIndoor Exhibition Saturday 1st August to Sunday 9th August 2026 (10am – 4pm)\n\nWhere: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens & Mt Coot-tha Auditorium\, 170 Mt Coot-tha Road\, Mt Coot-tha \nCost: Free Admission. Gold coin donation or purchase of raffle tickets appreciated for this exhibition with fabulous sculptural and other prizes available. \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/brisbane-sculpture-festival/
LOCATION:QLD
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270419
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SUMMARY:Make\, Believe\, Magic
DESCRIPTION:The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company\nTo mark 70 years of The Jim Henson Company\, QAGOMA in Brisbane is opening a huge exhibition all about how the magic actually gets made. Founded by Jim and Jane Henson in 1955\, the company gave us the Muppets\, Sesame Street\, Fraggle Rock\, The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth\, and they are still leading the way in puppetry today. \nWhat kids will see\nHundreds of objects fill the space\, including real puppets\, animatronic creatures\, props\, costumes\, original drawings and clips from the screen. Kids get to see the journey from hand-made puppets right through to today’s animatronics and digital wizardry\, and learn how creature designers dream up a character from scratch. \nThe showstopper is a world first. The Great Hall set from the Emmy winning series Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock has been recreated so families can step behind the scenes onto a working puppeteer’s film set. \nGood to know \nKids under 5 get in free and don’t need a ticket\nTicket categories cover children 5 to 12\, youth 13 to 25\, adults\, concession and QAGOMA members\nTickets are through QTIX\, the official ticketing service. Be careful with resellers \nGOMA is fully accessible and pram friendly \nPlan your visit\nWhere: GOMA\, Stanley Place\, South Brisbane\nWhen: Opens 12 September 2026 (Until 18th April)\nTickets: Via QTIX\nAges: Great for all ages\, especially anyone who has ever loved a Muppet \nGet tickets \nOrganised by QAGOMA in collaboration with The Jim Henson Company\, and opening in association with Brisbane Festival.
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/make-believe-magic/
LOCATION:QAGOMA\, Stanley Place\, South Bank\, QLD\, 4101\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261018
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SUMMARY:Tree of Hope & Gratitude @ Toowong Village
DESCRIPTION:Spread kindness at the Tree of Hope and Gratitude at Toowong Village between September and October 2026. Perfect for Brisbane families and kids visiting Level 1\, this community activity invites shoppers to write messages of encouragement for cancer patients and staff\, with $5 donated to Wesley Choices for every note displayed. \nTree of Hope & Gratitude @ Toowong Village\nMessages that Matter\nTake a quiet moment beneath the beautiful Jacaranda Tree at Toowong Village to share a message that truly matters. Write an inspiring note of hope for patients at The Wesley Hospital Choices Cancer Support Centre\, or a heartfelt message of gratitude for the incredible staff\, volunteers\, family and friends who provide support every day. \nFor every message added\, Toowong Village will donate $5 to Wesley Choices*\, helping provide vital care and support for people affected by cancer. There are more ways to give this year too – shoppers can use the Tap to Donate machine next to the tree to make a direct donation of $5\, $10\, $20 or $25\, or purchase a Hope Bear plush keepsake for $20\, with profits donated to Wesley Choices. \nIt’s simple to get involved:\n💜 Write your message on the postcard provided\n💜 Use a peg to attach it to a ribbon beneath the tree\n💜 Know that your words will be passed on to Choices\, where they’ll lift spirits and spread kindness \nFind the Tree on Level 1\, near Toowong Library \nThe Wesley Hospital Choices Cancer Support Centre is a not-for-profit organisation offering expert advice\, emotional care and practical support to anyone affected by cancer\, regardless of where they are being treated. Choices provides a calm\, safe space for patients and families at every stage of their journey. \nLeave a message. Make a difference. Spread hope. \n*Terms and conditions apply. Toowong Village will donate $5 per message to Wesley Choices\, up to a maximum of $5\,000\, during the promotional period Monday 21 September – Saturday 17 October 2026. Messages must be appropriate and in line with promotional instructions. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Monday 21st September to Saturday 17th October 2026\, during centre hours \nWhere: Level 1\, near Toowong Library\, Toowong Village\, 9 Sherwood Road Toowong 4066 \nMore information here \n 
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/tree-of-hope-gratitude-toowong-village-messages-that-matter/
LOCATION:Toowong Village\, 9 Sherwood Road\, Toowong\, Brisbane\, Queensland\, 4066
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SUMMARY:The Night Sky exhibition at Landsborough Museum
DESCRIPTION:Uncover how artificial light reshapes our natural environment at The Night Sky exhibition at Landsborough Museum\, running from October 2026 to February 2027. Just an hour north of Brisbane\, local families can explore interactive displays on light pollution\, dark sky conservation\, and simple steps to protect our evening skies. \nThe Night Sky exhibition at Landsborough Museum\nThe Night Sky exhibition at Landsborough Museum looks at the important role darkness plays in our lives and the natural world. As artificial light increasingly brightens our nights\, the exhibition shows how light pollution affects wildlife\, ecosystems and our long connection to the night. \nVisitors can learn about the science behind our shrinking night skies\, the global Dark Skies movement and the Sunshine Coast’s new Dark Sky Reserve in the hinterland. Interactive displays and local stories encourage people to look up\, switch off and be more aware of the dark. \nIt’s a great reason to make the trip north from Brisbane\, with Landsborough about an hour’s drive up the Bruce Highway. Visitors leave with practical ideas for reducing light pollution and protecting the night sky for future generations. \nEntry is free\, and group bookings are preferred. The exhibition can be viewed during the museum’s opening hours. Visitors with a photo of the Sunshine Coast night sky can share it for a chance to be featured in a community digital display within the exhibition. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday 2nd October 2026 to Saturday 20th February 2027 \nWhere: Landsborough Museum\, 4 Maleny Street\, Landsborough 4550 \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/the-night-sky-exhibition-at-landsborough-museum/
LOCATION:Landsborough Museum\, 4 Maleny Street\, Landsborough\, Queensland\, 4550\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Free Activity,Sunshine Coast Events
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