What’s On in Brisbane for Families
Families Magazine shares what’s on for families with kids of all ages across Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. In our ‘What’s On’ in Brisbane this weekend for families calendar you will find our team’s suggestions for weekday, weekend, night-time and school holiday events and activities. All our suggestions suit families and are kid friendly.
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Exhibition opening: Fascinating Science Family Fun Day

Celebrate the opening of Questacon’s Fascinating Science exhibition with a hands-on day of discovery, puzzles, wildlife and cultural experiences for the whole family!
Fascinating Science explores everyday scientific principles through interactive challenges designed to spark curiosity. Solve puzzles involving logic, balance, illusions and mathematics — perfect for kids, teens and adults alike.
Free – no bookings required. All ages. Free sausage sizzle included.
What’s on
Tribal Link mobile classroom | Step inside the Tribal Link mobile classroom packed with cultural resources, art and artefacts. Participate in stories, songs, music and dance, all connected to a special STEM focus highlighting the themes of the Fascinating Science exhibition.
Wildlife Unleashed | Get up close to an incredible menagerie of Australian wildlife, including:
- Snakes
- Lizards
- Saltwater crocodile
- Birds
Wildlife Unleashed presenters will be on hand to introduce each animal and share fascinating facts.
Bribie Island National Park Turtle Conservation Group | Learn how turtle tracks are identified, nests are protected and the monitoring undertaken to support the conservation of these remarkable marine creatures.