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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Turtle and Sugar Rush

Join Turtle and Sugar Rush at Play Date on 08 & 09 November – dance, create, and celebrate together!
Get ready to boogie, create, and celebrate being you at ‘Play Date’ with Turtle and Sugar Rush on 08 & 09 NOV!
Perfect for kids aged two to seven, this lively event features original pop songs, Auslan-inclusive dance moves, and lots of hands-on craft fun.
Presented by Brisbane Powerhouse and All The Queens Men.
Tickets via https://brisbanepowerhouse.org/events/play-date/
Other important information:
- Suitable for all ages
- All children permitted but must hold a valid ticket
- The show includes bright lighting and amplified sound
- The event may be documented via film and photography
- Please bring noise reduction headphones or any other assistance materials as required
AUSLAN Performance – 08 NOV, 10:00AM
Admit = $34.90* Group 4+ = $29.90* (*$7.20 transaction fee applies to all ticket purchases)
Venue: Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse (119 Lamington St, New Farm QLD 4005)
Duration – 50 minutes
About the show – Pop duo Turtle and Sugar Rush lead the ultimate dance and play party for children and their ‘chosen’ families. It’s a colourful adventure through stories of identity, body positivity and the power of imagination, where you and your little ones can boogie down together. Featuring original pop bangers “Different”, “Frown to Crown”, “Fruit Time” and the instant classic “My Chosen Family”, this day-doof disco overflows with high energy and joy. But wait, there’s more… before the show you are invited to share in a treasure trove of craft time. Make your own rainbow crown, fruit salad headpiece or colouring-in map to follow Play Date adventures.