Fireworks in Brisbane | Family friendly events that kids love!
Where are the Best Fireworks in Brisbane?
The only thing better than watching fireworks, is watching it with your Brisbane family! We’ve searched high and low and found all the fireworks displays in Brisbane for you and your family. There are LOTS of family-friendly events here and you can plan ahead, because we have listed them on a month by month basis. If we have missed any, let us know below in comments.
Update: COVID-19 has caused many major fireworks displays to be cancelled. The good news is there are still a number of local community events continuing with fireworks. Read on for details of where to find fireworks near you.
Places to see Fireworks in Brisbane with your kids
January 2021
Australia Day Tuesday 26 January
Australia Day Fireworks at South Bank – Cancelled for 2021 due to COVID-19
2021 Australia Day Celebration | Bribie Island
Join in the celebrations at the gorgeous Brennan Park, Bribie Island for an easy-going, Aussie time. Australia Day on Bribie Island is free to attend and one the whole family can enjoy. Food stalls, and a fireworks finale from 8pm. Find out more here.
2021 Australia Day Party | Redcliffe
Aussie-themed festivities and free family fun will take over Suttons Beach, Redcliffe from 4pm – 8pm on Tuesday 26th January for the Ultimate Australia Day guaranteeing families a ripper of a time at the beach. Hang around for the spectacular fireworks finale at 8pm. See our events calendar for more details.
February 2021
Chinese New Year, Fortitude Valley
Ok, so not quite fireworks, but head to the Valley to celebrate with firecrackers, lanterns, dancing and yummy food!
April 2021
Bluewater Festival | Shorncliffe
- 2 April 2021 – Good Friday 2021 (free)
Ipswich Easter Spectacular | Goodna
May 2021
The Brookfield Show
- 14 – 16 May 2021 – (tickets). Fireworks on Saturday night.
The Brookfield Show will be held at the Brookfield Showground, 550 Brookfield Road, Brookfield. (Just in case you were wondering how many times we could say the word ‘Brookfield’ in one sentence!) Show Saturday and Sunday see a full program of ring events, sideshow entertainment, with all pavilions open to visitors and judging of various competitions including horticulture, poultry, waterfowl and guinea pigs. The program includes fireworks Saturday evening and live music Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. Find out more here.
Hills Carnivale | Ferny Hills
- Fireworks Saturday 29 May at 7pm
June 2021
Redcliffe Show, Redcliffe
- 25-27 June 2021
The Redcliffe Show is held at the Redcliffe Showgrounds. There is a firework display on Friday and Saturday night for the family to enjoy.
July 2021
Bonfire Night, Sandstone Point Hotel
- Saturday 3 July 2021
The Sandstone Point Hotel’s annual Bonfire Night is back to warm your winter night on Saturday 3 July! Bonfire Night has sold out for the past 5 years and it’s no surprise as the spectacular event has flame shows, pyrotechnics, fire twirlers, rides, live music, food, and dessert trucks and of course, fireworks!
September 2021
Mudgeeraba Show
- 17-18 September 2021
The Mudgeeraba Show offers families a fabulous day out experiencing a wide variety of tastes, sights, sounds and delights plus fireworks to finish!
Previous Fireworks
Mt Gravatt Show, Mt Gravatt
The Mt Gravatt Show held at the Mt Gravatt Showgrounds includes rides, show bags, food stalls, entertainment, fireworks and much more.
The Mt Gravatt Fun Fair, Mt Gravatt
How does a mini Ekka just 15km from the Brisbane CBD sound? The Mt Gravatt Fun Fair includes all the Ekka essentials including rides, a Sideshow Alley, show bags, and good old fashioned show food including strawberry sundaes. Yum! Fireworks will be held on Friday the 28th of August.
Ekka, Ekka NITES, Bowen Hills
Pine Rivers Show, Lawnton
The Pine Rivers Show has nightly fireworks for your Brisbane Family to enjoy while the kids hunt through their showbags!
September
The Mt Gravatt Fun Fair, Mt Gravatt
How does a mini Ekka just 15km from the Brisbane CBD sound? The Mt Gravatt Fun Fair includes all the Ekka essentials including rides, a Sideshow Alley, show bags, and good old fashioned show food including strawberry sundaes. Yum! Fireworks will be held on Friday the 5th of August.
Chinese Moon Festival, Fortitude Valley
Come and gather for a firecracker display in the middle of the Chinatown Mall. (not quite fireworks, but lots of fun!)
Sunsuper Riverfire, South Bank – This event has been reimagined into SunSuper Night Sky, a laser light spectacular
Here’s everything we know so far about SunSuper NightSky.
Sunsuper Riverfire is the most breathtaking fireworks you will see in Brisbane. They are the finale for the Brisbane Festival and an event not to be missed. FREE! Families Magazine LOVES Riverfire!
October
Algester State School Multifest
Algester State School’s Annual Multifest is full of fun. Fireworks display from 8pm. The date is Friday, 30 October.
Halloween Street Party, Manly
A celebration of all things creepy and crawly, and cute this year you can expect a huge event, including fireworks!
Redeemer Fair, Rochedale
Hend every second year, this event includes food, rides, stalls, entertainment, and fireworks for your Brisbane Family.
November
December – Christmas and New Year’s Eve Fireworks in Brisbane
Sunday 6 December
North Lakes Christmas Carols | North Lakes
There will be lots of family-friendly entertainment on offer, so everyone can get into the spirit of the season while enjoying performances by local community groups. So, bring your best vocals and a blanket to spread out, relax and enjoy a magical evening. You can even do some Christmas gift shopping at the twilight markets or grab a bite to eat from the food trucks onsite. Then finish the evening with a ‘bang’, watching the sky light up with a spectacular fireworks display!
- Where: Kinsellas Sport Complex
- Time: 3pm-8pm
- Find out more here.
Saturday 26 December
Monster Trucks & Sprint Cars | Archerfield
This Boxing Day take the kids to see Monster Trucks and Sprint Cars live at Archerfield Speedway. Monster Trucks, Sprint Cars, Super Sedans, Stock Cars and Fireworks! That’s just a taste of the excitement waiting for your family at Archerfield Speedway!
- Where: Archerfield Speedway
- Time: 5pm-10pm
- Find out more here.
Thursday 31 December
New Years Eve Party | Redcliffe
Wave goodbye to the year that was (and good riddance) with Brisbane’s BEST Street Food, Family Entertainment, Games, Music, and TWO spectacular fireworks displays. The esplanade at Redcliffe is preparing to light up on Thursday 31 December with an exclusive outdoor, family-friendly event by the sea.
- Where: Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe
- Time: 5pm-10pm
- Find out more here.
New Year’s Eve @ Sandstone Point Hotel | Sandstone Point
- Where: Sandstone Point Hotel, 100 Bribie Island, Sandstone Point.
- Time: 2pm-2am
- Find out more here.
NYE Fireworks at The Regatta | Toowong – SOLD OUT
Bring in the new year at the Regatta Hotel with a spectacular fireworks display on the river at midnight.
80s v 90s NYE Party | Bulimba – SOLD OUT
It’s time to dust off your dancing shoes for Bulimba Golf Club’s 80s v 90s New Year’s Eve Party! There are heaps of activities planned including two SPECTACULAR fireworks displays at 8pm and midnight, an inflatable waterslide, two big jumping castles, and face painting! Bookings required.
- Where: Bulimba Golf Club
- Time: 6.30pm-11.30pm
- Find out more here.
New Years at Carina Leagues Club | Carina
Take the kids out for dinner, LIVE country music from The Country Boys plus fireworks at Carina Leagues Club this New Year’s Eve. Fireworks will light up the skies over the oval at 9pm.
- Where: Carina Leagues Club, 1390 Creek Road, Carina
- Time: 5.30pm – 10pm
- Find out more here.
One Night in Naples NYE | Eight Miles Plains
Spend One Night in Naples and bring la famiglia down to The Glen Hotel this New Year’s Eve for a Neapolitan experience like no other. Enjoy pizza and pasta specials, live performances from the Italian Havana Band and fireworks at 9pm. Plus there is a great outdoor playground at the venue. Find out more here.
Ipswich NYE Fireworks | Ripley, Rosewood & Ipswich Central
Look to the skies around Ipswich on Thursday 31 December with three firework shows set to herald in the new year from 9pm across the city. Each of the fireworks displays has been specially designed to be visible to as many residents as possible, with only aerial shells, which will be shot high into the sky, being used. Head here for more details.
Tivoli Drive-In Theatre | Tivoli – SOLD OUT
New Years Eve Celebrations | Helensvale
- Where: Gold Coast Gurdwara, Sikh Temple & Community Education Centre,
- Time: 12pm – Midnight
- Find out more.
Paradise Point NYE Fireworks | Paradise Point – BOOKED OUT
Take the kids to Paradise Point to see a spectacular FREE fireworks display at 9pm to bring in 2021! The fireworks will be launched from a barge on the water near the swimming enclosure. Bookings required. Find out more here.
Coolangatta NYE Fireworks | Coolangatta
Celebrate the last night of the year with a premier New Year Eve’s Fireworks display at Coolangatta featuring a 9pm (QLD time) show followed by a midnight finale. This is a public event and admission is free. While tickets are not required, you will need to ‘check-in’ on the day with your contact information. Find out more here.
NYE at Harley Park | Molendinar – BOOKED OUT
While this event isn’t quite FIREWORKS with so few options available we thought we’d share anyway. Enjoy a FREE laser and light show from 9pm with food trucks, live entertainment, face painting, and balloon artists. Entry by ticket only. See more about this event here.
NYE at Silver Bridle Park | Molendinar – BOOKED OUT
There won’t be any FIREWORKS at this event but the laser light show is the next best thing! This is a fun-filled family event for all ages. Gates open at 5.30pm with live entertainment, food trucks, and kids performers. The night will conclude at 9pm with a laser and light show. Tickets required. Event details here.
New Year’s Eve at Pelican Waters Tavern | Caloundra
Pelican Waters Tavern have a fun night planned with food specials and activities for the little ones! Treat the kids to a grand fireworks show from 8pm, supplied by KC’s Fireworks crew. Savour a A La Carte menu or opt for bistro service for the night. Bookings essential. Contact the venue on 5437 3622. Find out more here.
NYE Fireworks at Waterfront Hotel | Maroochydore
New Years Eve at Waterfront Hotel is going to be a great family fun event! The fireworks will kick off from 9pm so take your family and friends along for dinner and enjoy the show!
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