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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

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

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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 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.

Exterior facade of Beyond the Pale Coorparoo
Coorparoo
Beyond The Pale
Beyond the Pale is a contemporary casual eatery and bar, and was the first dedicated bar at Coorparoo
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Seating on verandah overlooking Guanaba Gorge at St Bernards Hotel Mt Tamborine
Tamborine Mountain
St Bernards Hotel
St Bernards Hotel, founded in 1911, is a historic hotel perched atop Mt Tamborine on the edge of an ancient volcanic escarpment
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Exterior of Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen, Newstead
Newstead
Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen
Mrs Brown's Bar & Kitchen serves up top-notch bar snacks and share plates alongside local craft beer, fine wine and top shelf spirits
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View from Eagle Height Mountain Resort, Mt Tamborine
Tamborine Mountain
Eagle Heights Mountain Resort
Eagle Heights Mountain Resort boasts one of the best beer gardens in South East Queensland, with jaw-dropping views
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Interior of Ginger and Lime Café, Birkdale
Birkdale
Ginger & Lime Café
Ginger & Lime is a cute café tucked away on Birkdale Road in the bayside suburb serving top-notch food and coffee
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Walk
Redland Bay South
This scenic Redland Bay walk starts at the Pelican Slipway café and follows the shoreline south for about half an hour each way
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Tart Cafe, Camp Hill
Camp Hill
Tart Cafe
Tart Café, found inside the Camp Hill Antique Centre, is a gorgeous café with a touch of Hollywood glamour
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Sky Climb MacGregor
Macgregor
Sky Climb
Sky Climb is an exhilarating indoor climbing challenge suited to everyone from first time climbers to experienced
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Tables and chairs inside Cafe Diversity Redcliffe
Redcliffe
Cafe Diversity
A fusion of flavors from around the world, waterfront views and a top kids play area are 3 good reasons to visit
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Nundah Corner Café and Bistro
Nundah
Nundah Corner Cafe & Bistro
Nundah Corner Café and Bistro is a casual eatery in the heart of Nundah Village with a laid back vibe and friendly service
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Pirate Ship Park Flagstone

Themed Kids Parks

Across Brisbane and its surrounds, there are hundreds of kids parks and playgrounds, many with imaginative and inspirational themes.
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Redland Bay Walk
Walk
Redland Bay
One of Brisbane bayside’s most beautiful walks, this Redland Bay path features tiny red sand beaches and stunning island views
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Crepe caravan at edge of garden at The Secret Garden Ferny Hills
Ferny Hills
The Secret Garden
The Secret Garden is an alfresco cafe at Ferny Hills, on the edge of Pure Tennis Academy's courts and open to the general public
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Facade of Baaia Sandgate
Sandgate
Baaia
Baaia cafe is a little gem of a waterfront cafe in an old Sandgate store, with stunning views across Moreton Bay
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Signs at entry to Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology, Caboolture
of Art and Archaeology
Abbey Museum
Abbey Museum of Art & Archaeology provides a unique opportunity to be fully immersed in history for a day
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Carport Cafe Cannon Hill
Cannon Hill
Carport Cafe
Carport is Cannon Hill’s best kept secret - a gem of a café set in a gorgeous garden oasis
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Josh Cohen pink backdrop

Radiohead for Solo Piano: Live AV Set

Australian pianist Josh Cohen returns to QPAC with his acclaimed reimagining of Radiohead's iconic songs
Oct 3
MS Moonlight Walk Roma Street Parkland

MS Moonlight Walk

Brisbane’s annual lantern-lit moonlight walk to fight MS
Oct 10
Race track

Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival 2026

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Poster of Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival

Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture,
Oct 11
Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

Cinematic: The Wonder of Animation

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Oct 23-24
Horror Movie Campout Sirromet Winery

Horror Movie Campout

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Oct 24-25
Ladies standing in an art studio looking at art

Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

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Oct 24-25, 30 & Oct 31 - Nov 1
WSW MEGA MANIA Fortitude Valley

WSW MEGA MANIA

Brisbane is in for a serious dose of international wrestling action
Oct 30
Supanova Comic Con & Gaming 2026

Supanova Comic Con & Gaming 2026

Dust off your costumes! Supanova Comic Con is returning to Brisbane
Nov 6-8
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Botanic By Night: NightGlow
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The Book of Mormon

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The Book of Mormon
THIS WEEKEND

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This Weekend Oct 2-4
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What's on in October
HOT TICKET

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

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Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)
THE GUIDE

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September School Holidays 2026
MUSIC

Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi

Experience Joe Hisaishi’s iconic Studio Ghibli music live with Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Brisbane
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Art of the Score: The Music of Joe Hisaishi
The Summit Restaurant
BEST OF BRISBANE

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Best Restaurants in Brisbane
The Gatsby Bar
Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

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Best Bars in Brisbane
A brand-new Nutcracker is coming to Brisbane
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