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Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

This family and pooch-friendly holiday park is like staying in a fun-filled adventure park

Brisbane is recognised as one of Australia's child-friendliest cities: from it's offerings in the arts (see our What's On For Kids in Brisbane section) to the abundance of open air spaces, fun kids parks and free outdoor activities and the year round climate to enjoy them.

Along with a spate of indoor options, including the brilliant free children's art centre at GOMA, the performing arts also get a look in with regular children's theatre, concerts and festival programs.

Eating out with young ones needn't be formulaic, with a decent helping of cafes and restaurants catering for families.

Plus, specialist shops and markets for growing needs can help make the shopping experience memorable for the right reasons.

And, Brisbane is a top spot when it comes to kids birthday party venues and ideas to make their special day a memorable one.

We've got everything covered for kids in Brisbane in this section.

Logan Central

Logan Gardens Water Park

Cool down at Logan Gardens' water park featuring totem poles, a pop jet plaza, and dumping bucket

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Best Kids Parks East

See this list for the best kids parks in Brisbane's eastern suburbs

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Brisbane

Best Kids Parks West

For the best kids parks in the western suburbs, check out this list.

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Best Kids Parks North

If you are in the north area, check out this list of the best kids parks in your proximity.

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Murarrie

BrewDog

BrewDog is an epic craft beer brewery, taproom and restaurant located beside the Brisbane River in Murarrie

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Morningside

Sarmic Cafe

One of Bulimba's favourite brunch spots has moved to Morningside, taking up residence on Wynnum Road

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Manly

Groundhog Social

Groundhog Social is a bright and airy cafe perched in prime position on the Esplanade in Manly

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Queensland Museum

SparkLab

Unleash your inner scientist at SparkLab, Queensland Museum, with 40 interactive exhibits across 3 fun-filled zones

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Albion

The Cupcake Patisserie

The Cupcake Patisserie in Albion is a retro-inspired patisserie cafe offering heavenly, homemade cupcakes

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Howard Smith Wharves

Betty's Burgers

Betty's Burgers has opened its 4th Brisbane location underneath the Story Bridge at Howard Smith Wharves

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Grange

Huskk Cafe

Huskk is a fab foodie’s café on a busy corner in Grange offering all day breakfast along with locally roasted Bear Bones coffee

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Eagle Farm

Slideways Go Karting

Slideways Go Karting is an epic European style multi-level indoor kart track that features 425m of adrenalin pumping action

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Albion

Olive Thyme Turkish Cuisine

Olive Thyme Turkish Cuisine is arguably Brisbane’s best Turkish restaurant, located in a gorgeous heritage-listed 1920’s Albion building

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Bulimba

King Crab Co

King Crab Co in Bulimba is a casual American-style crab house and bar that is one of Oxford Street’s dining hotspots

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Harry Potter at Home

JK Rowling has launched the interactive website Harry Potter at Home to beat boredom

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Oxley

Black Milk Coffee

Black Milk Coffee is a hidden gem of a child and dog friendly cafe, with a creative industrial vibe and a Mexican influenced menu

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Farm Gate to City Door Twilight Market

The Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct will transform into a twinkling wonderland

Dec 8

Joy To The World at White Christmas

Experience a dazzling Christmas spectacular at Movie World

Dec 8-23

Jurassic World by Brickman

The largest LEGO® brick exhibition in Australia!

Dec 8-Jul 14

Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights are back at Government House this year

Dec 9-14

QAGOMA Christmas Design Market

Brisbane’s best local independent makers and their handmade goods

Dec 9-10

City of Logan Christmas Carols

Get into the festive spirit at City of Logan Christmas Carols

Dec 9

Handel's Messiah

Embrace the true spirit of Christmas with Handel's Messiah

Dec 9-10

Oddities & Curiosities Expo

For lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre

Dec 9-10

Flamenco Vivo

Be transported to Spain with this vibrant & passionate performance

Dec 10

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

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

HOT TICKET

Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street

First unveiled by The Design Museum, London, the stunning exhibition is showing exclusively at contemporary cultural precinct HOTA

Sneakers Unboxed: Studio to Street

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

KIDS

December School Holiday Guide

Looking for fun things to do with the kids this December? From Christmas putt putt and nocturnal wildlife tours to fantastic kids shows & activities

December School Holiday Guide 2023

MUST SEE

Government House Christmas Lights

Christmas Lights are back on at Government House with a spectacular display that is open to the public nightly for free

Government House Christmas Lights

COMING UP

Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo & Showjumping

Set against the stunning backdrop of the Gold Coast, enjoy a sensational day of equestrian excellence and family-friendly festivities

Pacific Fair Magic Millions Polo & Showjumping

ESCAPE

The Brooklet

Experience the ultimate in luxury at the newest boutique accommodation in the Byron Bay Hinterland

The Brooklet

FESTIVE FUN

Christmas Putt Putt

Get into the festive spirit with the whole family at Victoria Park's special Christmas-themed Putt Putt course

Christmas Putt Putt

HOLIDAY SHOW

The Smeds and the Smoos

Soar into space these school holidays with this joyful tale of star-crossed aliens, based on the award-winning picture book

The Smeds and the Smoos

MUST SEE

The Sleeping Beauty

Enter the magical world of Ballet Theatre Queensland’s new production of The Sleeping Beauty in January

The Sleeping Beauty

MUST GO

Bluesfest 2024

Marking its 35th anniversary with a five-day celebration of music, community and good vibes, headlined by Tom Jones & Jack Johnson

Bluesfest 2024

Be transported to Spain for a night