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Sparklab

Be a scientist at Sparklab, an awesome interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) space at Queensland Museum, Kurilpa

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Be a scientist at Sparklab, an awesome interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) space at Queensland Museum, Kurilpa

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Here, you will find an up-to-the-minute selection of what's on for kids in Brisbane.

Be it the latest shows on offer, the great interactive and educational activities at the many local art galleries, museums and libraries, to the one-off family-friendly concerts, fun days and events that are happening throughout the year, we have activities in Brisbane for kids covered.

Once you've got the children sorted, if you're looking for events, shows and what's on in Brisbane for grown-ups, head over to our What's On section.

Westfield Mt Gravatt
Football for Fans
Until Jul 20
Westfield Mt Gravatt is bringing all the football excitement to Brisbane with a month-long celebration packed with free entertainment, live screenings, activities and giveaways
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Logan Art Gallery
Where do I belong? Our birds through art
Jun 20 - Aug 29
Where do I belong? Our birds through art - a captivating contemporary exhibition celebrating the beauty, wonder and vulnerability of Australia's native birds is landing at Logan Art Gallery
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Scared people entering the doorway into Project Immersive's Area 1 Escape Rooms
Yeronga
Project Immersive's Area 1 Escape Rooms
Looking for an unreal experience for your teens and big kids, Project Immersive’s Area 1 Escape Rooms are a spooky adventure
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People lookign at dinosaurs
Skygate
Dinos Alive: The Immersive Experience
Until Aug 30
The internationally acclaimed Dinos Alive: The Immersive Experience is stomping into the Fever Skygate Exhibition and Experience Centre
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Child standing in front of artwork GOMA
Children's Art Centre, GOMA
Vipoo Srivilasa: Express Yourself
Oct 11 - Sep 13
Express Yourself is a vibrant and interactive exhibition created in collaboration with Thailand-born, Melbourne-based artist Vipoo Srivilasa
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3 crocodile heads on blocks
Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends
Until Oct 5
The jaw snapping exhibition focused on one of the most formidable predators on Earth is now showing at Queensland Museum Kurilpa
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Ballroom Blitz ride Aussie World
Palmview
Aussie World
Spin, splash, scream and slide at Aussie World, the only theme park on the Sunshine Coast, with more than 25 rides and attractions
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Neon lit entrance to Area 51 at Westfield Mt Gravatt
Westfield Mt Gravatt
Area 51
Area 51 Mt Gravatt is a futuristic, space-themed play centre with a range of interactive and exciting activities
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Fun Historical Places For Kids Around Brisbane

Brisbane offers children and families a wide range of opportunities to experience living history, from museums to historical villages
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The Big Hose out front of GOMA
GOMA
The Big Hose
The Big Hose, an artist-designed play sculpture in the form of an oversized 119 metre-long garden hose has taken up residence outside GOMA
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People gathering in front of a screen to watch Movies In The Park, Manly
Manly
Movies In The Park
1st Saturday of the month
Enjoy a great night out for free at Manly’s monthly Movies in the Park
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Carraiges of Heritage Train Rides Woodford Railway at Woodford Station platform
Woodford Railway
Heritage Train Rides
All aboard the Woodford Railway for a Heritage Train Ride, departing every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary's Nocturnal Tours
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Nocturnal Tours
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Australia's nocturnal wildlife with a twilight or night time tour at Lone Pine
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SparkLab MDB
Queensland Museum
SparkLab
Be a scientist at SparkLab, an awesome interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) space
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Brisbane Tramway Museum
Ferny Grove
Brisbane Tramway Museum
This fascinating outdoor museum is where you can ride restored Brisbane trams
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People outside ruins at Fort lytton
Lytton
Fort Lytton
On a grassy outpost in the industrial reaches of Lytton lies Fort Lytton, the heritage listed remains of Australia's only surviving moated 19th century fortress.
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

The Princess Theatre Brisbane Open House

Brisbane Open House 2026

Take a peek inside Brisbane’s prominent and landmark buildings
Jul 18-19
Wuthering Heights

Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever

Dress up in red for a real life re-enactment of the famous Wuthering Heights film clip
Jul 18
Aerial view of Milton by Moonlight

Milton by Moonlight Market

Spend a magical night out under the moonlight with food, music & more
Jul 18
Inside carriage dining room The Queensland Pioneer Luncheon Train

The Queensland Pioneer Luncheon Train

A unique fine dining rail experience
July 19
Aerial view of Jetty2 Jetty

Jetty 2 Jetty

Experience Queensland’s most scenic and longest-running fun run
Jul 19
SEADECK Winter Season

SEADECK Winter Season

SEADECK has returned to the Brisbane River for an extended winter season
July - September
QSO dress up characters

The Music of Video Games

Gamers and music buffs, grab your controller - or, rather, your tickets
Jul 24-25
QAGOMA Winter Design Market ceramics stall

QAGOMA Winter Design Market

Come along to Brisbane’s favourite bi-annual winter market!
Jul 25-26
Lekazia Turner_Embroiderer originally from Jamaica

The Red Dress

The Red Dress is an award-winning global community art project by Kirstie Macleod.
Jul 25 - Sep 13
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Newstead House
EDITOR'S PICK

Brisbane Open House

Take a peek inside some of Brisbane’s most prominent buildings for free when Brisbane Open House returns for a weekend to remember
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Brisbane Open House 2026
People in cake class
MUST DO

International Cake Show Australia

From full day workshops to mini decorating classes, there's something for everyone at the International Cake Show Australia
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International Cake Show Australia
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do July 17-19

From a quirky music and craft festival and Brisbane Open House to Jetty 2 Jetty, sunset sessions on the river and a stunning exhibition celebrating Australia's native birds
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This Weekend July 17-19
Peaks to Points
COMING UP

What's On in August in Brisbane

From Greazefest, The Gospel According to Paul, The Music of Barbra Streisand and Peaks to Points Festival to whale watching, the top things to do in August in and around Brisbane
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Wjat's on in August
HOT TICKET

Arterial

Prepare to be moved by Arterial, an award-winning contemporary circus performance that combines breathtaking acrobatics, acro-dance and powerful First Nations storytelling
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Arterial
The Summit Restaurant
BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs
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Best Restaurants in Brisbane
The Gatsby Bar
Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars
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Best Bars in Brisbane
A Spectacular Barbra Streisand Tribute Hits QPAC
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