Summer School Holidays at Museum of Brisbane
Updated: Jan 27, 2026
THIS EVENT IS NOW IN THE PAST. FOR MORE GREAT THINGS TO DO AND SEE IN AND AROUND BRISBANE, PLEASE HEAD TO OUR WHAT'S ON PAGE.Enjoy non-stop fun these summer school holidays at Museum of Brisbane - the ultimate creative escape for families looking to spark imagination and make memories, from December 13 to January 26.
With hands-on sessions, inspiring teen workshops, behind-the-scenes tours and free activities for all ages, MoB is once again a vibrant hub of colour, creativity and discovery!
Highlights include bright and bold tote bag decorating inspired by the Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose exhibition, sparkling Dazzle Discs in the Fairfax Gallery, a design-your-own badge studio, guided teen workshops in printmaking and stop-motion animation, and special before-hours Magpie Goose Young Explorers Tours. Families can also enjoy classic favourites, including Clock Tower Tours and creative play inside the Micro Museum.
MoB Kids: Tiny Totes 13 December – 4 January, 10:30am–1:30pm, Studio, $5, suitable for all ages
Kids can decorate their own colourful mini tote bag inspired by Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose. With stamping, printmaking and plenty of creativity, they’ll take home a one-of-a-kind summer accessory. Drop in and create.
.Cut + Collect Badge Studio 5-26 January 10:30am–1:30pm, Studio, $2 for one badge or $5 for three, suitable for all ages
Kids can design bright, bold badges inspired by the Precious exhibition, celebrating their favourite objects and memories. Drop in and get creative.
MoB Teens: Printed Stories 17 December & 7 January, 2:00pm -4:30pm, Studio, $25 + booking fee, ages 10-15yrs. Bookings essential.
Teens can design and print their own statement tote bag with inspiration from Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose. Includes an exhibition tour, guided workshop and a take-home tote. BOOK HERE
MoB Teens: Micro Motion Makers 14 & 21 January 2:00pm - 4:30pm, Studio, $25 + booking fee, ages 10–15yrs. Bookings essential.
A playful stop-motion animation workshop where teens explore Micro Museum, choose quirky objects and bring them to life on screen. Includes an exhibition tour, guided workshop and a copy of their animation. BOOK HERE
Magpie Goose Young Explorers Tour Every Tuesday and Thursday (excluding 22 Dec - 4 Jan) 9:15am–10:15am, Gallery, $15 + booking fee, ages 6–12. Bookings essential.
A special before-hours tour where young explorers discover vibrant patterns and stories inside Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose, then create their own inspired artwork. BOOK HERE
MoB Kids: Dazzle Discs - 13 December - 26 January 10am-1pm, Fairfax Gallery, Free, suitable for all ages
Kids can make their own sparkling suncatcher using glittering materials inspired by the Shimmer exhibition. Drop in and dazzle.
Clock Tower Tours - Daily, Free with booking, all ages
A Brisbane classic. Ride the heritage lift to the top of the iconic City Hall Clock Tower and take in sweeping city views!
Museum of Brisbane is a one-stop shop for entertaining kids of all ages these school holidays. Head into Level 3 of Brisbane City Hall to MoB where you can set your creative talents free!
*Museum of Brisbane is closed on December 25 & 26 and January 1.
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Photography Joe Ruckli, Claudia Baxter and Red Handed Productions.
Museum of Brisbane
Level 3, City Hall
King George Square
Brisbane City
Dec 13 - Jan 26
Open daily 10am-5pm*
*Except Dec 25-26 and Jan 1
Free entry
Low-cost + free activities