Sep-Oct School Holiday Guide 2023

Keep the kids off the couch this September-October school holiday with these fantastic boredom-busting activities and events for all ages:

Redcliffe KiteFest
Redcliffe KiteFest
Get swept away in the fun, colour and excitement of the annual Redcliffe KiteFest - it's the ultimate weekend for kids
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Kidchella
Kidchella Westfield Chermside
The ultimate week of Brisbane Festival at Westfield Chermside, with a jam-packed program of free festivities for the whole family
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Monster Jump
Monster Jump
Bounce into the school holidays with Monster Jump, a massive inflatable obstacle course at Sandstone Point
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Spend the School Holidays at Victoria Park
Spooky Putt Putt, Victoria Park
Soak up the school holiday fun at Victoria Park with awesome activities for all ages including spooky putt putt
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School Holiday Fun
School Holiday Fun Roma Street Parkland
Roma Street Parkland's School Holiday Fun program is happening from September 20 to 29, with free activities for
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Dinosaurs of Patagonia
Dinosaurs of Patagonia
Come face-to-face with the world's biggest dinosaur at Queensland Museum’s roarsome exhibition
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Spring Vibes
Nicholas Street Precinct
Spring into the school holidays at Nicholas Street Precinct with a range of fun FREE activities on offer from Sep 20-27
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Michael Zavros - Gods and Monsters
Michael Zavros Gods and Monsters Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane
Australian artist Michael Zavros brings a modern twist to Greek mythology stories at the Children's Art Centre
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Camerata Cinematheque
Camerata, QPAC, Brisbane
Camerata combines spooky surreal cinema string sounds with bespoke short films in this family-friendly concert
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Archaeology Adventures
Archaeology Adventures, The Workshops Rail Museum
Kids can explore what it's like to be an archaeologist these school holidays with The Workshops Rail Museum
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Teen - Try a Trade Day
Australian Trade College North Brisbane
Teens can Try a Trade for the day at the trade school of excellence, from hairdressing & healthcare to cooking and
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Erth's Shark Dive
Erth's Shark Dive
Dive into the world of Great Whites, without getting your feet wet, these school holidays at Northshore Brisbane
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Spring School Holidays at MoB
Spring Things, Museum of Brisbane
You'll find all things bright, colourful and crafty at Museum of Brisbane these spring school holidays
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Room on the Broom
Room on the Broom
Adapted from the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler, this show will enchant young audiences
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Crank Indoor Climbing
Crank Indoor Climbing
CRANK Indoor Climbing is the ultimate home of rock climbing, bouldering, parkour, ninja warrior and fitness
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Holiday Fun at State Library of Queensland
Holiday Fun at State Library of Queensland
Join in the fun at State Library of Queensland this school holiday with a host of free activities & workshops for all ages
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eX de Medici - The Alien Others
eX de Medici The Alien Others Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane
Australian artist eX de Medici encourages children to pay close attention to insects in The Alien Others at GOMA
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Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Climb to new heights of family fun with the Story Bridge Adventure Climb's school holiday promo!
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Urban Xtreme
Urban Xtreme
Give your kids a digital detox & exchange their screen time for an XTREME time at Brisbane’s #1 indoor adventure centre
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The Gruffalo
The Gruffalo QUT Gardens Theatre
The beloved children’s fantasy tale, The Gruffalo, returns to QUT Gardens Theatre in time for the school holidays
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Park Play
Park Play Victoria Park
Soak up the great outdoors these school holidays with Park Play, a free holiday program of animal themed activities
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Brisbane Festival at Westfield Chermside
Brisbane Festival at Westfield Chermside
Westfield Chermside is set to become a hub of festival fun this September with Brisbane Festival
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Twilight Cinema
Twilight Cinema, The Workshops Rail Museum
Enjoy a fun night out with the family this school holiday with a free movie night at the Twilight Cinema
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Circa Academy
Circa Academy
Roll up, roll up! One of the world's leading circus companies is offering exceptional training programs for all ages
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Golf Central BNE
Gold Central BNE
Hit the greens instead of the screens this spring school holiday at this state-of-the-art golf complex
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Teddy Bears' Picnic
Teddy Bears' Picnic TCOF
If you go down to Picnic Point during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers you're sure of a big surprise
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Stage School Australia
Stage School Australia
Stage School Australia is touring these school holidays with free entertainment for the whole family, from Sep 27
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CoComelon at Skygate

Get ready for a fun filled day at Skygate with CoComelon arts and crafts, ten-pin bowling and a meet and greet with CoComelon's favourite character, JJ

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Reception this way, The Workshops Rail Museum

Reception This Way

Classic Aussie motels in the spotlight!
Until Dec 12
GhMX Gaming, Hobby & Model Expo

Gaming, Hobby & Model Expo

Build It, Play It, Paint It!
Sep 30-Oct 1
The Sound Society

The Sound Society

Enjoy an afternoon of free, live music at Roma Street Parkland
Oct 1
Night Feast Brisbane Powerhouse

Night Feast

A sensory fusion of food and art set outdoors within a popup village
Oct 4-29
Ellen Fullman, Brisbane Powerhouse

Long String Instrument

This extraordinary concert features Ellen Fullman’s long string instrument
Oct 5
The Pearl Jam Experience, The Triffid

The Pearl Jam Experience

Pearl Jam fans won't want to miss this epic tribute show
Oct 6
Albion Antique & Collectables Fair

Albion Antique & Collectables Fair

Albion Antique & Collectables Fair follows up the success of its past fairs
Oct 6-8
Oktoberfest at Brisbane German Club

Oktoberfest at Brisbane German Club

Brisbane's original Oktoberfest is back!
Oct 6-29
Confessions of a Serial Killer

Confessions of a Serial Killer

Talk a walk on the dark side with Confessions of a Serial Killer
Oct 6-9 + 31
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From wine tasting, archaeology digs and a mega gaming, hobby and model expo to the last weekend of the dinosaurs
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Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers returns to the 'Garden City' in September for 30 days of flowers, flavours and fun
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Brisbane City Council Resource Recovery Centres

This spring, clean out your cupboards and give your pre-loved goods a new life by donating them to one of Brisbane City Council’s 4 resource recovery centres
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Milbi Festival

Dive into Bundaberg Region's arts, culture and natural beauty at the annual Milbi Festival
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From spooky putt putt courses, Frankenstein, 3-day Antique Fair & spectacular riverside night market to live music, moonlight walks and art trails
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