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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Santa and Sirens 2025 Families are invited to enjoy a festive celebration where holiday magic meets real-life heroes. This special event brings Santa and friends together with a display of emergency service vehicles, all decorated for the season. Visitors can meet the local crews, explore the vehicles up close and snap memorable Christmas photos surrounded […]
Ipswich City Lighting of the Christmas Tree 2025 In d’Arcy Doyle Place, the City Christmas Tree will be officially illuminated in a heartwarming community gathering, proudly powered by Energex. Before the lights switch on, local carol singers from Journey Church will fill the space with festive music, creating a joyful atmosphere for families and visitors. […]
Christmas in St Nicholas Precinct Nicholas Street Precinct transforms into St Nicholas Precinct for the festive season, offering a magical Christmas experience in the heart of the city. Families and friends can wander beneath a dazzling lighting installation, bringing colour, vibrancy, and festive cheer to the precinct. The evening features live entertainment, select market stalls, […]
Christmas in St Nicholas Precinct - Low Sensory event The St Nicholas Precinct Low Sensory Night offers a calm and welcoming way for families to enjoy the festive season. Designed for those who prefer a quieter environment, this special evening features the same magical Christmas lighting installation in a gentler setting. Visitors can explore the […]
Ipswich New Year's Eve Fireworks 2025 Celebrate New Year’s Eve with fireworks lighting up the skies across the region. Displays will launch at 9pm in Springfield Central, South Ripley, Ipswich Central, Chuwar and Goodna. Residents are encouraged to enjoy the show from nearby open spaces or even from home if you have a clear line […]
Step back in time at the Goodna Retro Picnic this May 2026 for a nostalgic day out at Evan Marginson Park. Families can enjoy classic cars, vintage bikes, and live rock 'n' roll music while exploring unique market stalls. With a variety of food trucks and a lively dance floor, it is a fantastic community […]
SPARK Ipswich 2026 Ipswich’s signature celebration of people, places, arts, and culture returns with an electrifying new program set to ignite the city with creativity, community and colour. Over multiple weeks this winter, SPARK transforms Ipswich with a packed program of immersive experiences, live performances, light installations, exhibitions, and music. SPARK Ipswich will return from […]
Looking for the ultimate family day out this July 2026? Just a short drive from Brisbane, Little Day Out is Ipswich's premier children's music and arts festival. Perfect for kids aged eight and under, this eco-conscious event features live music from The Gumboots, creative workshops, face painting, and delicious food trucks. Little Day Out 2026 […]
Meet your favorite racing stars at the Supercars Fan Event in Ipswich this August 2026. Held at Tulmur Place in the Nicholas Street Precinct, this free family event features driver autographs, face painting, and interactive challenges, offering local Brisbane kids and parents an exciting afternoon of motorsport fun. Supercars Fanfare 2026 The Supercars Fanfare returns […]
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