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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 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.

Family Friendly Pubs Around Brisbane

Twelve Brisbane neighbourhood pubs that make a top place for a family meal, with kids play spaces, activities and more

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Surfers Paradise

Fun, Food, Family at Paradise Resort Gold Coast

Have an unforgettable family getaway! Paradise Resort Gold Coast has you covered with their all-inclusive Fun, Food, Family package!

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QPAC Brisbane

Dog Man - The Musical

July 09-12

Dog Man: The Musical is an epic musical adventure based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey

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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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Mt Gravatt

Area 51 Garden City

Area 51 Garden City is a futuristic, space-themed play centre with a range of interactive and exciting activities for kids up to 12 years old

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Ipswich Showgrounds

Ipswich Pet & Reptile Expo

Jun 21 & 22

Come along to the Ipswich Pet & Reptile Expo for two fun-filled days of all things furry, scaly, and everything in between!

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Ipswich

miniBOUNCE

miniBOUNCE Ipswich is a one-of-a-kind adventure playground especially for kids aged 6 months to six years opening on Feb 22

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Mt Gravatt Showgrounds

Mt Gravatt Mini Golf

Mt Gravatt Mini Golf is the perfect venue for a fun-filled family day out with a variety of exciting activities for all ages

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Samford Valley

City Chicks

City Chicks is a unique farmhouse and marketplace with on-site cafe and kids play area, located in the beautiful Samford Valley

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North Lakes

Jungle Adventure Play

Jungle Adventure Play is one of Australia's largest indoor play centres - a massive jungle-themed adventure wonderland, located in North Lakes

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Young people at Ancient Egypt exhibition

Queensland Museum

Discovering Ancient Egypt Events

Until Aug 2025

Families can explore Queensland Museum's incredible Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition after hours every Friday in February

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Warner Bros. Movie World

Wizard of Oz Precinct

Warner Bros. Movie World's hotly anticipated new attraction is the world first Wizard of Oz precinct, featuring 2 themed family friendly coasters

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Wynnum

Wynnum Water Park

This seafront water park features whale-themed aquativity, a 1930's tidal pool, sandy beach and more

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Wynnum

Wynnum Wading Pool

This giant sandy-floored wading pool was a Great Depression government project that still benefits the community

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East Brisbane

The German Club

For a rollicking good night in an old-fashioned community setting, The German Club, one of Brisbane’s best kept secrets, is the place

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Redcliffe

Charlish Park

Charlish Park is an idyllic Norfolk Pine shaded beachfront park at the edge of Suttons Beach.

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

TAXIRIDE ft TTSAR live

TAXIRIDE ft TTSAR live are coming to the Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

May 30

Winter Fire Pit Experience

Warm up on chilly winter weekends at Sirromet

From May 31

Festival of Horsepower

Get revved up for the Festival of Horsepower

Jun 1-30

Dine BNE City

Dine BNE is back for another season of feasting

Jun 1-30

Brisbane Quarter - Dine BNE City

Brisbane Quarter turns up the flavour with bold dining deals this June.

Jun 1-30

Make Music Month 2025

Make Music Month 2025 celebrates local talent across Moreton Bay this June

Jun 1-30

Education Fair

Queensland’s biggest Education Expo is coming to Nissan Arena

May 31

Dusty the Musical - In Concert

Dusty The Musical - In Concert is the celebration of the extraordinary life of British icon, Dusty Springfield.

Jun 5 - 8

Park Vibes

Park Vibes returns to Victoria Park on Saturday June 7

Jun 7

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2025

Don't miss Australia’s boating event of the year! The four-day extravaganza returns to showcase the best in boating innovation, with over 760 boats

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

Sustainable BNE Festival

Formally known as Green Heart Fair, this free, family-and-dog-friendly event at Roma Street Parkland brings together Brisbane’s leading sustainability experts

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MUST DO

Winter by the Water

With the summer crowds gone, enjoy the serene side of the Gold Coast with Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast’s Winter By The Water package

Winter By the Water Sheraton

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do May 23-25

From Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Frankenstein on stage, Brookfield Show & Farm Gate to City Door markets to a new Indian restaurant, the top things to do this weekend

This Weekend May 23-25

COMING UP

What's on in June in & around Brisbane

From Moreton Bay Pridefest, Comedy at The Butter Factory, a mega career & employment expo and a dedicated arts festival for children to a magical immersive Harry Potter Frobidden Forest experience

What's On in May 2025 around Brisbane