Brisbane is the home of near-perfect weather, passionate sporting teams, world-famous zoos, thrill-laden theme parks and a vibrant arts community. To make the most of everything on offer, we have collated these must-have family memberships in Brisbane.
Brisbane sport memberships
Brisbanites love their sport, and now you can show your support for your favourite team with one of the following family memberships. They also make the perfect gift for any sport-loving Brisbane Kid!
Brisbane Broncos – Rugby League
With membership options that even include the family dog, you’ll be able to cheer the Broncos on to victory at all their home games.
Brisbane Lions – AFL
There’s discounted prices for Lion cubs, so that everyone can be part of the footy action. Go Lions!
Brisbane Roar – Soccer
Start enjoying the benefits of Brisbane Roar family membership and watch the soccer stars perform in what is a fast-growing sport in Australia.
Brisbane Bullets – Basketball
Remember the days of Leroy Loggins? Basketball is making a revival – buy your family membership and enjoy the atmosphere of regular nights out at the basketball.
Brisbane Heat – Cricket
A hot summer’s day, a cold beverage, and the family seated around you at The Gabba. Does it get any better? It’s cricket in Australia! Purchase your family membership here.
Brisbane Reds – Rugby Union
The Reds have had their challenges in the past but are looking forward to a new season with plenty of support from local families. Why not purchase a season pass for the family?
Brisbane Arts and Sciences Memberships
There is a thriving arts scene in Brisbane, with plenty on offer for every member of the family.
Brisbane Arts Theatre
The Brisbane Arts Theatre regularly produce plays and musicals for families, which star children from around Brisbane. To support this amateur theatre group, you can purchase a family membership which gives you a monthly newsletter, complimentary double pass for any show in the season, voting rights at the AGM and discounts on all tickets, including children’s theatre.
Brisbane Astronomical Society
As a member of the Brisbane Astronomical Society, your family will have access to newsletters, equipment hire, library material, and invitations to exclusive social events and field nights throughout the year. A family that watches the stars together, stays together!
QAGOMA
A family membership for the Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art will get you into exclusive family events, discounts at the gallery’s stores, discounted tickets to exhibitions and screenings, plus a free copy of a Children’s Art Centre publication.
Queensland Museum and Science Centre
The MyMuseum membership gives you a year of fantastic benefits to help you make the most of what the museum has to offer, including: unlimited entry to the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre for 12 months, discounts at the giftshop and café, invitations to members-only programs, previews and special events, discounts for other museums, subscription to Museum e-news and access to the museum’s research library.
Friends of the Ballet Membership
A QB Junior Friends Membership is the perfect gift for young dancers and ballet enthusiasts aged 2 – 17. The year-round membership provides a special opportunity for young people across Queensland to connect with this magical art form, with over $1,000 worth of benefits, including exclusive content, invitations to members-only events (including our famous Christmas and House Parties), reduced pricing for public dance classes, priority booking, and a membership pack upon joining. Brisbane Theme Park Memberships
South East Queensland is undoubtedly the theme park capital of Australia, and when you buy a family membership you will save money and jump the queue. The more times you go, the more you save, and the more happy family memories you create.
Aussie World
Just 45 minutes north of Brisbane is the growing Aussie World theme park. A family membership means you can drop in whenever you’re passing by, or make a whole day of it. You’ll also be invited to special events, such as Halloween and Christmas celebrations.
Dreamworld and Whitewater World
Dreamworld has the title of Australia’s largest theme park, which means you’ll need more than one day to see it all. That’s why a family membership is a great way to see everything Dreamworld has to offer, at a discounted rate.
Village Theme Parks
A membership for Village Theme Parks will get you discounted entry to Wet n Wild, Sea World, Movie World, Paradise Country, and The Outback Spectacular. Alternatively, you can purchase a family membership to an individual theme park and enjoy the benefits.
Brisbane Zoo Memberships
If you’re an animal-loving family, you’ll benefit from a family membership to one of these animal sanctuaries:
Australia Zoo
Always growing and changing, Australia Zoo has become an international tourist destination. To become a regular visitor and make the most of their membership benefits, check out their website for family membership options.
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a delightful place for families of all ages to experience the joy of fauna and flora. Check out their family membership options and benefits here.
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
There’s plenty of koalas and many other Australian animals to see at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. They also hold family movie nights and farmers markets at their Fig Tree Pocket location. You can sign up your family for membership here.
Underwater World
Underwater World offers so many unique experiences for families, such as swimming with seals, fish feeding and marine education. Annual family memberships are a great way to learn more about life under the sea, especially for any little Octonaut fans!
Brisbane Library Memberships
Whether you’re in Brisbane City Council, or one of the surrounding regions, a family membership at your local library is a must-have. It’s free to join, and you can then access books, toys, DVDs, CDs and more, at no cost. It’s a wonderful service, but do remember to respect the property you borrow and return it on time. Also check out your local library for free activities for kids, such as story-telling sessions and school holiday workshops. In addition to local libraries, you can become a member of the State Library of Queensland and enjoy borrowing rights and their regular children’s programs.
For more information about events and activities for families in Brisbane, visit the Brisbane Kids events calendar.
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