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Free Things to Do

These free family activities in Brisbane will help if you are tired of doing the same things all the time with the kids and looking for the best free family activities locally? Then you’ll love our guide on the best free kids’ activities in SE Queensland.

The Best Free Family Activities Guide

You may in fact be surprised by just how many awesome free things to do for families there actually is. In our guide on the best free things to do with kids, we’ve included art galleries, museums, workshops, awesome picnic and BBQ spots which have great playground equipment, loads of free swimming spots, bike tracks, interesting reserves and gardens, plus loads more.

  • Free places to swim
  • Places where kids eat free
  • Free school holiday activities – always updated
  • Free activities for toddlers … & lots more!

So if you’re looking for free things to do with kids this weekend or even during the upcoming school holidays, check out our list of ideas. Now the only problem will be is trying to decide which of these free activities you’ll do first!

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Families Magazine website writes about things to do with toddlers, kids and teenagers in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Ipswich and Toowoomba. In print and online you will also find education and parenting content to help you make informed choices for your family.

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