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SUMMARY:SPARK Ipswich
DESCRIPTION:SPARK Ipswich 2026\nIpswich’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. \nSPARK Ipswich will return from 8 to 12 July\, bringing another vibrant program of events\, entertainment and activities to the City of Ipswich. Further details will be updated as they are announced. In the meantime\, last year’s program offers a helpful preview of what to expect. \n2025 program \nFamilies are in for a treat with plenty of kid-friendly events\, including a children’s festival and a dazzling light show. Don’t miss out on favourites like Little Day Out a fun-filled festival focusing on music\, arts\, and sustainability just for kids. Plus there is a Teddy Bear’s Picnic the whole family will love\, Lantern Workshops and Proudfoot & Friends stage show spectacular. \nSPARK After DarkAs the sun sets\, Ipswich central comes alive. Wander from Tulmur Place to the Civic Centre precinct and soak up the sights and sounds of SPARK After Dark. Follow the glowing trail of light projections\, interactive installations and live music under the stars. Highlights include deLIGHT\, a collection of animated artworks and artist talks\, and Close Encounters\, a sci-fi-inspired gallery experience filled with glowing\, nostalgic forms. \nStreet Art JamBack for its second year\, Street Art Jam transforms blank walls into vivid canvases with live mural painting\, creative demonstrations and workshops celebrating street art\, music and dance. \nCarpark PartyTo mark its 50th anniversary\, the Civic Centre car park will host six nights of unforgettable live entertainment featuring local Tulmur and Meanjin performers\, roving acts\, workshops and plenty of food and drink options. Expect a fresh fusion of music\, performance and community celebration. \nGuru Dudu’s Silent Disco Walking ToursLet loose on a hilarious\, all-ages dance adventure through the streets with Guru Dudu’s Silent Disco Walking Tours. Don a headset\, follow the funky moves of your disco host\, and groove your way through spontaneous flash mobs\, classic hits and feel-good fun. \nWOMI – World of Music IpswichWOMI returns to Springfield with a joyful explosion of global sounds\, food\, crafts and dance. Celebrating Ipswich’s diverse communities\, this one-day world music festival is bursting with life\, colour and culture\, featuring performances\, hands-on workshops\, and delicious eats from around the world. \nHEXADECAPart art installation\, part playground\, HEXADECA invites audiences to sit\, spin and create music. Designed for all ages and abilities\, this interactive soundscape experience from acclaimed studio Pulsing Heart is powered by the movement of participants and music by a diverse lineup of Australian artists\, including beatbox legend Tom Thum. \nThe Bubble CanteenGet swept up in the magic of The Bubble Canteen\, an enchanting pop-up bursting with joy and 20\,000 bubbles per minute. From dainty bubbles to massive floating orbs\, this family-friendly installation creates moments of laughter\, wonder and connection for all ages. \nSPARK Ipswich 2025 is a family-friendly celebration of creativity and culture for everyone to enjoy. Keep an eye on official updates as more events and locations are announced. \nSPARK Ipswich\nWhen: 8th – 12th July 2026 \nWhere: Various Ipswich locations \nCost: Mix of free and ticketed events \nMore information: https://www.ipswichfestivals.com.au/sparkipswich/
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/spark-ipswich/
LOCATION:Various Ipswich Locations
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Indoor Events,Ipswich Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260511
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SUMMARY:WaterFest 2026
DESCRIPTION:WaterFest 2026 is your chance to explore\, protect\, and celebrate Ipswich’s stunning waterways. From free family-friendly fishing competitions and kayaking to platypus conservation walks and school holiday activities\, there’s something for everyone across April and May 2026.\nBe inspired to get outdoors and discover the Bremer River\, Brisbane River\, and the many creeks winding through our catchment – while learning about sustainable recreation and environmental initiatives making a real difference in our community. \nWaterFest 2026\nWaterFest 2026 will bring into focus the many ways you can be involved in sustainable water-based recreation and ways to improve the health of our waterways. \nThe WaterFest program 2026 includes the following events: \nCatch\, Snap & Win Fishing Competition\nHosted by Ipswich City Council and 2 Bent Rods\, join in this fun fishing competition. Use the app to log your catches and compete across three categories – Open\, Youth (12–25)\, and Child (up to 11). \nA total prize pool worth up to $2\,500 is up for grabs\, including a kayak!\nWhen: Monday 23 March – Sunday 19 April 2026\nWhere: Across waterways within the Ipswich local government area (some exclusions apply)\nCost: Free \nMore information via 2 Bent Rods Humanitix \nLearn to Fish (Active and Healthy Program)\nDuring the school holidays\, join in a fishing activity with Council’s Active and Healthy program. Learn knots\, baiting\, casting\, and sustainable practices.\nWhen:\nTuesday 31 March\, 1:30pm – 4:30pm\nThursday 2 April\, 1:30pm – 4:30pm\nFamily Sessions: 11 April (Colleges Crossing)\, 18 April (Joseph Brady Park)\, 19 April (Colleges Crossing)\nKids Sessions: 13 April & 17 April (Joseph Brady Park) \nMore information: Sign up to the Active and Healthy program and register for this activity at Ipswich.qld.gov.au/activehealthy \nWaterbugs in Tulmur Place\nDuring the school holidays\, drop in and discover the fascinating world of real waterbugs! Also look out for the “Agents of Discovery” digital mission running throughout the April holidays.\nWhen: Tuesday 7 – Friday 10 April 2026\, 10:00am – 2:00pm daily\nWhere: Tulmur Place\, Nicholas Street Precinct\nCost: Free (no registration required) \nMore information here \nQueens Park Environmental Education Centre Activities\nVisit the Queens Park Environmental Education Centre for a range of nature-themed activities these school holidays.\nRegular hours: Tuesday – Saturday\, 9:00am – 2:00pm\nSpecial events (registration required): \nCreatures of the Creek Animal Show – Saturday 11 April\, 10:00am\nTerrarium Building Workshop – Tuesday 14 April\, 11:00am\nRodney the Rainbow Fish Reading – Thursday 16 April\, 10:30am \nCost: Free\nFind more event information here \nCommunity Planting & PlatypusWatch Walk\nHelp improve waterway habitat and learn about platypus conservation with Dr. Tamielle Brunt. Free lunch included — come along and make a difference for Ipswich’s waterways!\nWhen: Saturday 18 April 2026\, 2:00pm\nWhere: Bundamba Creek\nCost: Free\, registrations required\nRegister at conservationvolunteers.info/WaterFestPlanting2026 \nAgents of Discovery\nDuring March and April there is a special Mission at Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve that celebrates the Brisbane river and our valuable waterways. Download the free Agents of Discovery app for nature-approved screen time!\nSimply use the app on your smartphone and walk around the reserve to unlock fun games and challenges. Suitable for children with adult supervision\, Mission takes less than an hour to play. \nSee more about Agents of Discovery. \nTrees for Mum\nPlant a tree to honour and celebrate Mum and the special women in your life\, with council’s Habitat Connections program. Pack a picnic rug and enjoy activities on the day while helping revegetate an Ipswich waterway and improve habitat for native species.\nWhen: Sunday 10 May 2026\nWhere: 36 Mill St\, Goodna\nCost: Free\, registrations required\nFind more information at here \nPlan your vist\nWhen: March – May 2026 \nWhere: Various Ipswich parks and waterways \nCost: Free- some events require bookings \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/waterfest/2026-05-10/
LOCATION:Various Ipswich Locations
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Ipswich Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
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SUMMARY:Planes Trains and Autos
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a power-packed weekend? Planes\, Trains and Autos has you covered with an epic line up of themed events for the whole family this May long weekend. \n\n‘Fully Charged’ returns for a one-day extravaganza\, offering exhilarating aerobatic stunts and a dynamic array of on-ground activities for the whole family. \nFrom there\, motorsport fans can shift straight into high gear with 2 Days of Thunder delivering nonstop racing. If you’re feeling the itch to take out your own diesel machine though\, head along to Diesel Assault where you can run your beast down the ¼ mile or sit back and enjoy a night of nonstop diesel mayhem. \nFamilies with young children will love Monster Machine Day\, giving littlies the chance to get up close with construction giants and meet the crew who bring them to life. If the classics are more your style\, head on down to the Retro Picnic. Offering rock ‘n’ roll tunes\, a lively dancefloor and an atmosphere classic car and bike lovers will adore\, it’s a day out the whole family will enjoy. \nTrain enthusiasts can slow the pace and step back in time aboard the QPSR Swanbank Collier\, exploring Swanbank’s rich history aboard a heritage diesel train. The nostalgia continues at the Grandchester Model Live Steam Association Running Day\, showcasing the hustle and bustle of a real railway station\, only with scaled down\, real coal-burning steam engines. Take a ride\, the kids will love it! \nThe festival even includes a little something for those who enjoy a night out at the theatre. Settle in for ‘Flight!’ the musical\, a creative and entertaining production that brings the misremembered figures of aviation history to life. Discover all that Ipswich has to offer during Planes\, Trains and Autos. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Saturday May 2 – Monday May 4 2026 \nWhere: Ipswich various locations \nCost: Free and low cost events \nFor more information and tickets visit www.planestrainsautos.com.au
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/planes-trains-and-autos/
LOCATION:Various Ipswich Locations
CATEGORIES:Book in advance events,Brisbane Events,Ipswich Events
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SUMMARY:WaterFest 2026
DESCRIPTION:WaterFest 2026 is your chance to explore\, protect\, and celebrate Ipswich’s stunning waterways. From free family-friendly fishing competitions and kayaking to platypus conservation walks and school holiday activities\, there’s something for everyone across April and May 2026.\nBe inspired to get outdoors and discover the Bremer River\, Brisbane River\, and the many creeks winding through our catchment – while learning about sustainable recreation and environmental initiatives making a real difference in our community. \nWaterFest 2026\nWaterFest 2026 will bring into focus the many ways you can be involved in sustainable water-based recreation and ways to improve the health of our waterways. \nThe WaterFest program 2026 includes the following events: \nCatch\, Snap & Win Fishing Competition\nHosted by Ipswich City Council and 2 Bent Rods\, join in this fun fishing competition. Use the app to log your catches and compete across three categories – Open\, Youth (12–25)\, and Child (up to 11). \nA total prize pool worth up to $2\,500 is up for grabs\, including a kayak!\nWhen: Monday 23 March – Sunday 19 April 2026\nWhere: Across waterways within the Ipswich local government area (some exclusions apply)\nCost: Free \nMore information via 2 Bent Rods Humanitix \nLearn to Fish (Active and Healthy Program)\nDuring the school holidays\, join in a fishing activity with Council’s Active and Healthy program. Learn knots\, baiting\, casting\, and sustainable practices.\nWhen:\nTuesday 31 March\, 1:30pm – 4:30pm\nThursday 2 April\, 1:30pm – 4:30pm\nFamily Sessions: 11 April (Colleges Crossing)\, 18 April (Joseph Brady Park)\, 19 April (Colleges Crossing)\nKids Sessions: 13 April & 17 April (Joseph Brady Park) \nMore information: Sign up to the Active and Healthy program and register for this activity at Ipswich.qld.gov.au/activehealthy \nWaterbugs in Tulmur Place\nDuring the school holidays\, drop in and discover the fascinating world of real waterbugs! Also look out for the “Agents of Discovery” digital mission running throughout the April holidays.\nWhen: Tuesday 7 – Friday 10 April 2026\, 10:00am – 2:00pm daily\nWhere: Tulmur Place\, Nicholas Street Precinct\nCost: Free (no registration required) \nMore information here \nQueens Park Environmental Education Centre Activities\nVisit the Queens Park Environmental Education Centre for a range of nature-themed activities these school holidays.\nRegular hours: Tuesday – Saturday\, 9:00am – 2:00pm\nSpecial events (registration required): \nCreatures of the Creek Animal Show – Saturday 11 April\, 10:00am\nTerrarium Building Workshop – Tuesday 14 April\, 11:00am\nRodney the Rainbow Fish Reading – Thursday 16 April\, 10:30am \nCost: Free\nFind more event information here \nCommunity Planting & PlatypusWatch Walk\nHelp improve waterway habitat and learn about platypus conservation with Dr. Tamielle Brunt. Free lunch included — come along and make a difference for Ipswich’s waterways!\nWhen: Saturday 18 April 2026\, 2:00pm\nWhere: Bundamba Creek\nCost: Free\, registrations required\nRegister at conservationvolunteers.info/WaterFestPlanting2026 \nAgents of Discovery\nDuring March and April there is a special Mission at Colleges Crossing Recreation Reserve that celebrates the Brisbane river and our valuable waterways. Download the free Agents of Discovery app for nature-approved screen time!\nSimply use the app on your smartphone and walk around the reserve to unlock fun games and challenges. Suitable for children with adult supervision\, Mission takes less than an hour to play. \nSee more about Agents of Discovery. \nTrees for Mum\nPlant a tree to honour and celebrate Mum and the special women in your life\, with council’s Habitat Connections program. Pack a picnic rug and enjoy activities on the day while helping revegetate an Ipswich waterway and improve habitat for native species.\nWhen: Sunday 10 May 2026\nWhere: 36 Mill St\, Goodna\nCost: Free\, registrations required\nFind more information at here \nPlan your vist\nWhen: March – May 2026 \nWhere: Various Ipswich parks and waterways \nCost: Free- some events require bookings \nMore information here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/waterfest/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:Various Ipswich Locations
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity,Ipswich Events
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