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#CelebrateBrisbane with Frank, South Bank
Frank is your special animated host at Treasury Brisbane Arcadia. Through the delights of artificial intelligence, Frank will see you coming, chat with you in real time, joke, inform, invite you to upload images onto the big screen with him, […]
Find out more »Brisbane Festival, Brisbane
BRISBANE FESTIVAL IS ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S MAJOR INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVALS. Each September, it explodes across the city with a thrilling program of theatre, music, dance, circus, opera and major public events such as Sunsuper Riverfire. Brisbane Festival attracts an audience […]
Find out more »Fantastic Planet, South Bank
AMANDA PARER (AUS) Five giant humanoids have landed in Brisbane from a distant planet to quietly observe humans and gently explore our ‘fantastic planet’. The inspiration for artist Amanda Parer’s out-of-this-world light installation came from the 1973 Czech/French animated science […]
Find out more »Treasury Brisbane Arcadia, South Bank
Treasury Brisbane Arcadia is Festival central. Designed by Arkhefield, our great gathering place on the banks of the mighty Brisbane River is a glittering world of wonder where entry is free, day and night. Lose yourself in the romance of a […]
Find out more »Ongoing
Splash into the Spirit of Whale Watching Season
WHALE watching season has splashed down for Spirit of Gold Coast after its eagle-eyed crew spotted the first migrating humpbacks breaching off the Coast last month. Spirit of Gold Coast marine biologist Zara King said the team was expecting […]
Find out more »ArtLab Holidays | Nature Play QLD, Surfers Paradise
Sat 16 Sept – Sun 1 Oct 10am-5pm daily Choose your own adventure and catch the photography bug while exploring with your own Nature Play passport. You can get active and creative these holidays when you come to the Gallery […]
Find out more »Coast Club, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast
During the school holidays we will be running half day (3 hours) and full day (6 hours) activity sessions at our Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast Recreation Centres for children (8 years and over). Parents and families welcome. Half day program (3 hours) 9am–12pm: $27.15 Full […]
Find out more »MoB Kids: Fruiti Bunting
Children will use their imagination and creativity to create their very own string of fruiti bunting. Crafters will be inspired by the shapes, patterns and vibrant colours found in tropical foods.
Find out more »MoB Kids: Fruiti Fold, Brisbane
Inspired by the beautiful fruits and vegetables growing in our region, little crafters get busy with scissors, colouring pencils and glue to create their very own bowl of foldable food. Develop nimble fingers by folding and sticking a variety of […]
Find out more »Loose Ends: Theatre for Families, Ipswich
Experience extraordinary visual theatre, set in a wondrous tinkering heaven! Take a journey to an eccentric place where gadgets are poetic, puppets are naughty, machines untamed and circus tricks pop-up when you’re least expecting it! Developed and performed by Paris-trained, […]
Find out more »Surfers Paradise Kids Week
Kids will take over Surfers Paradise these September holidays as Surfers Paradise Kids Week returns to the Gold Coast, featuring a bumper program of free, family-friendly entertainment across seven days of fun and excitement for children of all ages from […]
Find out more »8:00 am
Jurassic Seas, Mooloolaba
Meet the ancient ocean creatures that outlived the dinosaurs when the fascinating and interactive ‘Jurassic Seas’ experience arrives at SEA LIFE Mooloolaba this summer from Thursday, December 8. Dive deep into the prehistoric past and discover the origins of life […]
Find out more »Family Films at Dendy Portside, Hamilton
Club members can enjoy family films for $12.50 for adults and $9.50 for kids and get a free popcorn these school holidays!
Find out more »9:00 am
Powerkids: Little Artists at Play, New Farm
PRESENTED BY BRISBANE POWERHOUSE AND IMAGINARY THEATRE Join us every Tuesday, during the school term, on the Turbine Platform. In this space, anything is possible. Powerkids: Little Artists at Play is a creative play workshop series for children aged 0-5 years […]
Find out more »Perception Deception, South Bank
Mind melting illusions, sensory sensations, playing with perception, and discovering the world inside your head are all part of the exhibition Perception Deception. Is what we see, hear and feel real? Challenge your sensory signals and explore how your brain perceives […]
Find out more »Minipilly @ Indooroopilly Shopping Centre
Indooroopilly is excited to introduce our brand new kids play area – Now Open! Minipilly is a miniature version of the Western suburbs of Brisbane. It facilitates different types of play including active play, imaginative and make-belief. All brought together […]
Find out more »Indro Warrior Obstacle Course, Indooroopilly
COMMUNITY SPIRIT BLOOMS AT INDOOROOPILLY SHOPPING CENTRE THIS SPRING One of Brisbane largest retail centres, Indooroopilly Shopping Centre is turning a leaf this Spring with some fantastic, FREE community initiatives and children’s activities to entertain shoppers this September. To celebrate […]
Find out more »Where’s Wally Happiness Hunt, Strathpine
The search for Wally is on Join the adventure these school holidays with Wally and his friends at the Where's Wally? Happiness Hunt Exhibition and Craft Zone. ------------------------------- Where's Wally? Happiness Hunt Journey throughout Strathpine Centre to find life-size exhibitions […]
Find out more »School Holiday Fun at IKEA, North Lakes
Spring into IKEA North Lakes these School Holidays! Kids will have fun with range of FREE activities from Bug & Creepy Crawlies Craft, Sea Creature Craft, Spin Art, Tea Towel Decorating, Science Experiments, Mask Making and much more! *Bookings essential for […]
Find out more »9:15 am
Baby Rhyme Time, Robina
Baby rhyme time It’s never too early to start reading to your baby. Share in a fun and interactive activity, rhyming, singing and talking with your baby. For parents and babies, newborn to 2 years. No need to book - […]
Find out more »9:30 am
Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum, South Bank
In an Australian exclusive, Gladiators: Heroes of the Colosseum is an international touring exhibition that will only be appearing at Queensland Museum. The exhibition features more than 120 artefacts, interactive games and displays to reveal who gladiators were, where they […]
Find out more »In Search of Ancient Queensland
The story of ancient Queensland is written in the rocks and landscapes that form our modern environment and in an outstanding, but incomplete, fossil record that offers tantalising glimpses of the past. This striking photographic exhibition is taken from […]
Find out more »The Xpress Fun Train at South Bank
Choo-choo! Get ready to ride the "Xpress Train" these school holidays! Jump on at the Cultural Forecourt and steam your way around South Bank each day from Saturday 16 September - Monday 2 October 2017. The trackless train will wind […]
Find out more »Kids Dig It! Roman Family Fun, Caboolture
Running from September 25th-29th 2017, come along to the Abbey Museum for school holiday fun – Roman style! This fantastic family event offers a wide selection of hands-on activities to keep your ‘Little Gladiators’ engaged and happy including: Get Crafty! Make […]
Find out more »10:00 am
Kate Beynon: Friendly Beasts, South Bank
Through the immersive exhibition 'Friendly Beasts', Australian artist Kate Beynon invites children to experience a magical world and introduces them to key characters that appear in her work - the 'beasts' Blue Shaman, Pink Lotus Monkey, Tu-dao Dog and Gorgon […]
Find out more »Story time, Southport
These interactive story times will stimulate young minds and provide parents and carers with some great ideas to take home and try. For parents and children from 3 to 5 years. No need to book, just come along.
Find out more »Reel Bubs @ Dendy Portside, Hamilton
Reel Bubs are screenings that are tailored to meet the needs of parents and carers including dimmed lights (not total darkness) and reduced sound levels. Everyone is welcome at our Reel Bubs sessions but please note they are designed to […]
Find out more »Lah-Lah Having Fun, Manly West
Lah-Lah Having Fun! If you see one family concert this year make it ‘Having Fun’ with Lah-Lah’s Big Live Band! Get ready to pull on your best red, white and black stripes because everyone will be Having Fun with the stars of […]
Find out more »Gladiator School, South Bank
Come along to Queensland Museum for school holiday fun- Roman style! Welcome to the Ludus Magnus, the largest and finest Gladiator school in Ancient Rome. Do you have what it takes to become a hero of the Colosseum? […]
Find out more »Design a Reusable Water Bottle, Stafford
School Holiday FUN! Kids will have fun designing their very own reusable water bottle! Drink bottles are BPA free, and will help the environment by reducing waste.
Find out more »Australian Wildlife Stage Shows, Brookside
In week two of the School Holidays get up close and personal with your favourite Aussie animals in our Australian Wildlife Stage Shows. Meet and learn about our Birds, Crocodiles, Pythons, Lizards, Frogs, Spiders and even fuzzy little Possums. Monday […]
Find out more »Angel Yoga for Kids, Aspley
Watch as your child achieves inner peace right in front of your eyes! Limited spaces available. Bookings essential.
Find out more »Mini Chefs, Capalaba
25 September – 1 October 10am – 2pm: Classes commence on the hour.* Suitable for ages 5 – 13 Bookings essential. To reserve your spot, please click here. Monday 25 September Mini Pizza Tuesday 26 September Mini Quiche Wednesday 27 September […]
Find out more »Crafty Kids Corner! Southport
Calling all arty crafty kids! Join us these school holidays in our crafty kid’s corner and learn how to make a tassel beaded necklace and a funky cool pair of binoculars, hosted by The Craft Parlour. Times: 10am, 11am, 12noon daily* […]
Find out more »FREE Holiday Fun with Trolls, Sunnybank Hills
Get up close and personal with Trolls superstar Poppy* and let your imagination soar and creativity grow in the Troll Craft Village^! Children aged 3 to 12 years will also get to decorate their very own scrapbook picture frame, plus […]
Find out more »LEGO Nexo Knights Play Zone, Robina
Block out these school holidays as LEGO returns to Robina Town Centre! We're bringing kid's an exciting and interactive LEGO NEXO KNIGHTS Play Zone where they can beat their friends in the speed challenge, showcase their imagination and improve their […]
Find out more »Krispy Kreme Doughnut Decorating Classes, Broadbeach
LOCATION: Outside Krispy Kreme Krispy Kreme is hosting children’s doughnut decorating classes outside their Pacific Fair store. Children can decorate and take away two of their very own doughnuts! Workshop Times: 10.00 - 10.30am 10.30 - 11.00am 11.00 - 11.30am […]
Find out more »Tastes like Sunshine, Brisbane
Tastes like Sunshine explores the flavoursome side of our city’s character and reveals its rich and evolving food story through contemporary art, personal stories and historical documents, and images . Featuring exciting new artwork and installations by acclaimed artists Elizabeth Willing, Sean Rafferty […]
Find out more »11:00 am
Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Petrie Terrace
Adapted from Disney's 2009 Broadway production and featuring all of your favourite songs! BY ALAN MENKEN, LYRICS BY HOWARD ASHMAN & GLENN SKATER, BOOK BY DOUG WRIGHT BY ARRANGEMENT WITH HAL LEONARD AUSTRALIA, EXCLUSIVE AGENT FOR MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL, NY
Find out more »Sand Art Workshop, Kippa Ring
Let’s continue the school holiday fun with our Sand Art Workshop. Bring your kids along to a fun sand workshop where they can let their imagination run wild. Date: Mon 25 – Fri 29 September Time: 11am – 2pm […]
Find out more »Cowch’s Dessert Making Classes, Broadbeach
COWCH DESSERT MAKING CLASSES 18 SEP 2017 - 29 SEP 201711:00 am - 01:30 pm LOCATION: Cowch Pacific Fair Book the kids into Cowch's Dessert Making Classes these school holidays. Kids will be able to go behind the counter and learn […]
Find out more »Free Kids Pizza Making Workshop, Surfers Paradise
Daily prize from Infinity for the best pizza. No booking required and spaces are limited.
Find out more »12:00 pm
The I Hate Children’s Show, South Bank
Your little monsters will be the stars of the show as every child over the age of eight is invited on stage to help magician and world-class child-hater Paul Dabek with all sorts of magic tricks. This world-beating, top-rated kids’ […]
Find out more »1:30 pm
KidzKlub Spring School Holiday Program presented by Kidzklub Australia & Byron Community Centre
KidzKlub Australia and Byron Bay Community Centre have combined to create a range of School Holiday Workshops. Starting on Monday 25th September, the workshops will run until Wednesday 4th October on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1.30pm to 4.00pm, at a cost of $25/child. Catering for children […]
Find out more »2:00 pm
The I Hate Children’s Show, South Bank
Your little monsters will be the stars of the show as every child over the age of eight is invited on stage to help magician and world-class child-hater Paul Dabek with all sorts of magic tricks. This world-beating, top-rated kids’ […]
Find out more »6:30 pm
Laser Beak Man, Kelvin Grove
BRISBANE FESTIVAL / LA BOITE THEATRE COMPANY / DEAD PUPPET SOCIETY (AUS) World Premiere by David Morton, Nicholas Paine & Tim Sharp with music by Sam Cromack (Ball Park Music) Power City was once the most beautiful city in the […]
Find out more »7:00 pm
Kaleidoscope, South Bank
COMPANY 2 (AUS) Directed by Chelsea McGuffin with the ensemble of Company 2 and Ethan Hugh. Come step into Ethan’s world and experience the joy of walking through shafts of colour and light - a dazzling kaleidoscope. Ethan was diagnosed […]
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