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

Get swept away in the fun, colour and excitement of the annual Redcliffe KiteFest - it's the ultimate weekend for kids

The ultimate week of Brisbane Festival at Westfield Chermside, with a jam-packed program of free festivities for the whole family

Bounce into the school holidays with Monster Jump, a massive inflatable obstacle course at Sandstone Point

Soak up the school holiday fun at Victoria Park with awesome activities for all ages including Christmas putt putt

Roma Street Parkland's School Holiday Fun program is happening from September 20 to 29, with free activities for

Come face-to-face with the world's biggest dinosaur at Queensland Museum’s roarsome exhibition

Spring into the school holidays at Nicholas Street Precinct with a range of fun FREE activities on offer from Sep 20-27

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

Camerata combines spooky surreal cinema string sounds with bespoke short films in this family-friendly concert

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

Teens can Try a Trade for the day at the trade school of excellence, from hairdressing & healthcare to cooking and

Dive into the world of Great Whites, without getting your feet wet, these school holidays at Northshore Brisbane

Get creative at Museum of Brisbane these school holidays with a range of fun, free and low-cost activities for all ages

Adapted from the much-loved picture book by Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler, this show will enchant young audiences

CRANK Indoor Climbing is the ultimate home of rock climbing, bouldering, parkour, ninja warrior and fitness

Holiday Fun at State Library of Queensland

Join in the fun at State Library of Queensland this school holiday with a host of free and low-cost activities for all ages

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

Climb to new heights of family fun with the Story Bridge Adventure Climb these school holidays

Whether you're looking for some family fun or want the kids supervised for the day, Urban Xtreme has you covered these school holidays

Children age 3+ and their adults will be dazzled with this monster of show when it returns to Brisbane in December

Soak up the great outdoors these school holidays with Park Play, a free holiday program of animal themed activities

Brisbane Festival at Westfield Chermside

Westfield Chermside is set to become a hub of festival fun this September with Brisbane Festival

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

Roll up, roll up! One of the world's leading circus companies is offering exceptional training programs for all ages

Hit the greens instead of the screens these school holidays at this state-of-the-art golf complex, conveniently located at

If you go down to Picnic Point during Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers you're sure of a big surprise

Stage School Australia is touring these school holidays with free entertainment for the whole family, from Sep 27

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

Handel's Messiah

Embrace the true spirit of Christmas with Handel's Messiah

Dec 9-10

QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

Brisbane’s best local independent makers and their handmade goods

Dec 9-10

Oddities & Curiosities Expo

For lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre

Dec 9-10

Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights are back at Government House this year

Dec 9-14

Flamenco Vivo

Be transported to Spain with this vibrant & passionate performance

Dec 10

Merry Mixology

A brand new, unique, and immersive holiday experience

Dec 10-22

12 Nights of Christmas Lights

Westfield Chermside's dining precinct will be transformed into a festive wonderland

Dec 14-23

Vintopia: Champagne Wars

A special, sparkling edition of Vintopia

Dec 15

A Choral Christmas

Get immersed in the enchanting sounds of the season

Dec 16

Christmas Gift Guide 2023

When it comes to finding unique Christmas gifts, this guide has it covered, from personalised plates and must-do experiences to tickets to must-see shows

Christmas Gift Guide 2023

MUST DO

Christmas on Eat Street

Eat Street Northshore is getting into the spirit of Christmas this month with heaps of fun for the entire family

Christmas On Eat Street

SALE

Christmas Decorations 50% Off!

This is the sale you have been waiting for! Massive savings on all Christmas decorations, trees, wreaths, garlands, lights, table decor, gift wrap, bon bons and more

Christmas Decorations Brisbane

FREE

City of Logan Christmas Carols

Get into the festive spirit at the City of Logan Christmas Carols, and celebrate the magic and joy of the holiday season

City of Logan Christmas Carols

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Dec 8-10

From Christmas at South Bank, twilight Xmas markets, opera and a curiosity expo to a new bakery cafe, the top things to do around Brisbane this weekend

This Weekend Dec 8-10

COMING UP

What's on in December in & around Brisbane

From concerts, Christmas shows and markets to festive dining and blockbuster summer exhibitions, what's on in December 2023 in and around Brisbane

What's On in December 2023 around Brisbane

UNWIND

Greek Islands on the Terrace

An iconic southside pub has gone Greek! Escape from reality and unwind with friends on the terrace with tasty Greek bites and Mediterranean-inspired cocktails. Opa!

Greek Islands on the Terrace