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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Brisbane’s Christmas tree will officially be lit in King George Square in late November 2026, with live entertainment from Jem Cassar-Daley, and plenty of festive cheer. You can also visit the City After Dark Markets at Reddacliff Place beforehand. Lord Mayor’s Lighting of the Christmas Tree Watch Brisbane’s Christmas tree light up in King George […]
Catch free family movies under the stars from December 2026 to March 2027 with Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs across Brisbane. Local Brisbane families and kids can pack a picnic blanket, bring their leashed dogs, and enjoy popular films at community parks including Fitzgibbon, Cannon Hill, Yeronga, Alderley, and Toowong. Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs […]
Take to the water this December 2026 at the Dragonboating Come Try Day at Yowoggera Park in Albion. Brisbane families with older kids and teens aged 16 and over can learn essential paddling techniques in a 12m boat, enjoy a active morning outdoors, and see the city from a whole new perspective. Dragonboating Come Try […]
Spark festive creativity this December 2026 at the 12 Days of Christmas: Bush Fairy Doors workshop, held at the Downfall Creek Bushland Centre in Chermside West. Brisbane families and kids aged 5 to 11 can design their own fairy door to take home and search for hidden doors along the nature trails. 12 Days of […]
Celebrate the Year of the Fire Goat this February 2027 at Lunar New Year in the Valley, hosted across Chinatown Mall and Brunswick Street Mall in Fortitude Valley. Brisbane families and kids can enjoy an exciting day of traditional lion and dragon dances, cultural markets, firecrackers, and delicious Asian cuisine. Lunar New Year in the […]
Catch free family movies under the stars from December 2026 to March 2027 with Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs across Brisbane. Local Brisbane families and kids can pack a picnic blanket, bring their leashed dogs, and enjoy popular films at community parks including Fitzgibbon, Cannon Hill, Yeronga, Alderley, and Toowong. Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs […]
Catch free family movies under the stars from December 2026 to March 2027 with Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs across Brisbane. Local Brisbane families and kids can pack a picnic blanket, bring their leashed dogs, and enjoy popular films at community parks including Fitzgibbon, Cannon Hill, Yeronga, Alderley, and Toowong. Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs […]
Catch free family movies under the stars from December 2026 to March 2027 with Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs across Brisbane. Local Brisbane families and kids can pack a picnic blanket, bring their leashed dogs, and enjoy popular films at community parks including Fitzgibbon, Cannon Hill, Yeronga, Alderley, and Toowong. Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs […]
Catch free family movies under the stars from December 2026 to March 2027 with Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs across Brisbane. Local Brisbane families and kids can pack a picnic blanket, bring their leashed dogs, and enjoy popular films at community parks including Fitzgibbon, Cannon Hill, Yeronga, Alderley, and Toowong. Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs […]
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]