The bell has almost rung for Term 2, and the winter school holidays are just around the corner! Are you scrambling to find ways to keep the kids entertained? Relax, we’ve got you covered!
Our jam-packed Winter Holiday Guide is your one-stop shop for fun activities across southeast Queensland. It’s the biggest and best guide you’ll find, featuring school holiday camps, kids shows, and exciting adventures to keep those little ones busy throughout the break.
As there is sooooo much going on, our Winter Holiday Guide is conveniently divided into three editions: Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast.
This is your BRISBANE edition!
Click covers below to view the other regions.
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NAMBOUR SHOWGROUNDS
4 -7 JULY 2024
Queensland Garden Expo is back and bigger than ever, celebrating its 40th anniversary with four huge days of gardening! Nambour Showgrounds will come alive with information, inspiration and innovation, and more plants than you are likely to ever see in one place! CLICK FOR MORE
WESTFIELD NORTH LAKES
1 JUNE - 28 JULY 2024
Brisbane’s coolest family event is back with an avalanche of frosty fun. Experience the thrill of real snow while building snowmen, throwing snowballs, playing in the snow and indulging in some winter treats. Every Saturday and Sunday in June/July and daily during the school holidays. CLICK FOR MORE
METRO ARTS, WEST END 18 - 29 JUNE 2024
Perfect for 8-12-year-olds, Scaredy House blends Goosebumps and Minecraft elements into an immersive adventure that ignites the imagination. This interactive show flips the haunted house concept on its head, challenging young audiences to confront hidden fears. CLICK FOR MORE
QPAC PLAYHOUSE | 26 - 29 JUNE
In Bangarra Dance Theatre’s first dedicated work for children, join our heroine Migi as she undertakes a journey of discovery and survival. Inspired by the totemic system of the green turtle, this is an interactive and immersive introduction to Torres Strait Islander culture and dance. CLICK FOR MORE
BCEC | 23 - 24 JUNE
Already a proud pet parent or looking for a new pet but don’t know where to start? Then a day out at The Pet Show is a must! Partnering with RSPCA Queensland, The Pet Show is all about paaawsitive pet parenting, sharing education, ssssuperb entertainment, and products for all pets from scales to tails and everything in between. CLICK FOR MORE
QUEENSLAND MUSEUM | DAILY
Get ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, in the largest LEGO® brick exhibition in Australia. Featuring large-scale dinosaurs, props, scenes and activities made from over 6 million LEGO® bricks. CLICK FOR MORE
CROSS RIVER RAIL EXPERIENCE
CENTRE, 22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
From coding robots, collage creations, building a bee hotel, and construction challenges, there is something for every child at the Cross River Rail Experience Centre this school holiday! Perfect for primary school-aged children. CLICK FOR MORE
GOLF CENTRAL, BRISBANE AIRPORT
26 JUNE - 4 JULY
Golf Central Brisbane’s Junior Golf Clinics are perfect for the aspiring pro and those new to the sport. Join PGA Professional Coach, Quinton in a fun and supportive environment. From mastering the basics to refining your skills there is a clinic available to suit juniors of all abilities. CLICK FOR MORE
| 22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
Inspired by Artist in Residence Chantal Fraser, drop into the Dome Gallery during the school holidays to mix-up colours and shapes to create your very own hybrid creature wall hanging. Check out the bright and colourful creations that make up Chantal’s collage, before creating a wild wall hanging made with upcycled materials to take home. CLICK FOR MORE
25 JUNE - 18 JULY 2024 (TUES - THURS)
In this fully immersive excursion, little art fans will go on a special tour of the Rearranged: Art of the Flower exhibition, get their hands on some real-life artworks with MoB’s special interactive touch trolley before trying their hand at making a creation to take home. CLICK FOR MORE
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
Warm up against the winter chill and prepare to get cosy with Museum of Brisbane’s Cosy Crochet Club every day of the school holidays. Inspired by Rearranged: Art of the Flower artist Millie Radovic, drop into the studio where you’ll learn how to crochet your very own friendship bracelet. CLICK FOR MORE
26 JUNE & 3 JULY, 2024
Calling all crafty teens! Get hooked on the crochet craze and learn the art of crochet from master yarn artist Millie Radovic. This two-hour workshop in the MoB studio involves Millie teaching Teens how to create a blooming beautiful crochet garland to take home. CLICK FOR MORE
Discover the hidden secrets of the heritage-listed City Hall building. Offering visitors a magnificent 360-degree view of the city around them, the Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock face and time to explore the observation platform. CLICK FOR MORE
AUSTRALIAN EARLY LEARNING COLLEGES, HERITAGE PARK & MARSDEN 24 JUNE - 7 JULY
Winter Vacation Care returns to Australian Early Learning Colleges by Adam & Noah – open to kids from across the area. Enjoy excursions every day with the best school holiday program in town! CLICK FOR MORE
VICTORIA PARK, 24 JUNE - 3 JULY, 2024
Experience the ultimate blend of sporty thrills and creative spills at Park Play, a FREE kids program nestled in the heart of Victoria Park! Dive into a world of sports and craft where kids of all ages can unleash their talents and ignite their imaginations. Bookings are not required, simply show up on the day and join the fun. CLICK FOR MORE
QUT GARDENS THEATRE
22 - 24 JUNE, 2024
Return to where it all began when Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton’s ultra-brilliant The 13-Storey Treehouse comes to life in Australia! This hugely successful play is brought to life by a seriously funny cast with magical moments of theatrical wizardry and a truckload of imagination! CLICK FOR MORE
BRISBANE
22 JUNE - 6 JULY, 2024
Join Ringmaster Francois and his talented international circus performers for an unforgettable adventure filled with music, comedy, dance, and jaw-dropping circus acts. Perfect for children of all ages, this reimagined circus experience promises to captivate and delight. CLICK FOR MORE
MORETON BAY GALLERIES & MUSEUMS
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
Looking for some holiday fun? There is so much to do across Moreton Bay’s galleries and museums during the school holidays! Discover exhibitions, creative workshops, activities and more including: Mask Making, Ukelele Jam Sessions, Kite Creation, Make Your Own Puppets. CLICK FOR MORE
ABBEY MUSEUM, CABOOLTURE
24 - 28 JUNE, 2024
SUNPAC, SUNNYBANK
25 JUNE, 10 AM - 2 PM, 2024
Join biology teachers Oesoph A. Gus and Dewey Dean as they embark upon an utterly brilliant allsinging, all-dancing (and all-clowning!) exploration of every twisting tube and remarkable organ in the digestive system— with sketches, songs, and CLICK FOR MORE
STATE LIBRARY OF QUEENSLAND
22 JUNE - 7 JULY, 2024
Unleash your creativity and make an impression these school holidays with lots of opportunities to express yourself. Transform into an animal through costumes and stories with Nylon Zoo, experiment with line and shape in The Corner or tell your story through portrait play in kuril dhagun. CLICK FOR MORE
Saturday 22 June to Sunday 7 July
Join us at our interactive Experience Centre for fun learning that explores the technology, the construction and even the art of Cross River Rail.
cross river rail experience centre
KARAWATHA FOREST PARK
22 JUNE, 11 AM - 12 PM, 2024
Native wildlife live all around us, but have you had a chance to meet them up close? Join wildlife experts as they introduce you to amphibians, reptiles, mammals and birds. Learn more about these unique Australian animals and how you can help your wildlife neighbours. CLICK FOR MORE
QUT GARDENS THEATRE 26 - 30 JUNE, 2024
One of the most famous children’s books of all time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for children 18 months+ and their adults. The production features a menagerie of over 75 magical puppets and an Australian cast who bring these beloved books to life on stage. CLICK FOR MORE
LOGAN ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE 26 JUNE, 11 AM - 12 PM, 2024
Pat Malone’s Magic Garden is a fun-fuelled journey of exploration and creativity for families. Join “Pat Malone”, a bush adventurer and Mythical Creature Researcher as he embarks on specialised research into Autonomous Imaginary Species, or A.I.S. CLICK FOR MORE
BRISBANE CITY YOUTH BALLET: ALICE IN WONDERLAND
BRISBANE POWERHOUSE
29 - 30 JUNE, 2024
Join Alice as she chases the White Rabbit into Wonderland. A fantastical adventure unfolds when she meets the March Hare and Cheshire Cat at the Mad Hatter’s tea party, and the Queen of Hearts challenges her to a game of croquet. CLICK FOR MORE
WINTER WONDERLAND: FIRE & ICE SPECTACULAR
VICTORIA POINT LAKESIDE SHOPPING CENTRE, 20 JUNE, 3 PM - 8 PM, 2024
Returning this year as a Fire & Ice Spectacular enjoy an evening of entertainment for the whole family that includes an illuminated fire show, live entertainment, belly dancing, market stalls, food trucks, fireworks and more. CLICK FOR MORE
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Do camp in fenced dingo safe areas Don’t run
Authorised by the Queensland Government, William St, Brisbane.
QUEENSLAND MUSEUM
14 JUNE & JULY 12, 2024
A Night at the Museum is back with exclusive afterhours access to Queensland Museum. Enjoy the latest exhibitions, talks, demonstrations guided by Queensland Museum experts and special guests, and hands-on activities after hours. Bookings essential. CLICK FOR MORE
MINI-IMAGINARIUM
BRIBIE ISLAND SEASIDE MUSEUM
DAILY
This free, interactive space is full of old school arcade games. Parents, take on your teens and children to show them how original gamers do it. Test your skills and challenge each other at favourites like Pacman, Space Invaders, Galaga and more. CLICK FOR MORE
BOUNCE INC: MORAYFIELD, MACGREGOR, TINGALPA
14 JUNE, 2024
From 6pm, the lights go down, and the music starts pumping for 3 hours of uninterrupted freestyle fun at After Dark. The live DJ & BOUNCE hosts will make it a great night for everyone with dance parties, games and prizes to be won. CLICK FOR MORE
QAGOMA’s free Kids on Tour activity has come to the Redcliffe Art Gallery studio!
This family-friendly activity includes drawing, sculpture, collage, and interactive multimedia. Create unique art by combining different creatures, plants, and other shapes. CLICK FOR MORE
ABORIGINAL CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS | 24 - 27 JUNE 2024
Don’t miss Bangarra Dance Artist Alumni Leonard Mickelo’s captivating performance experience this June at the Aboriginal Centre for the Performing Arts’ School Holiday Workshop. This four-day intensive workshop features song, storytelling and dance. Suitable for ages 10-17 years. CLICK FOR MORE
UPTOWN BRISBANE
29 MAY - 21 JULY, 2024
Dopamine Land is a multisensory experience that combines media, technology and play in one place. It’s an interactive museum that channels the limitless imagination of your inner child into reality. Take a break from your everyday life, have some fun and boost your happy emotions! CLICK FOR MORE
HILLSTONE, ST LUCIA
1 JUNE - 31 JULY, 2024
Putt your way around the course in a whole new light this winter at St Lucia Mini Golf. From luminous pathways to celestial scapes and a host of dazzling features put your mini golf skills to the test with a glow in the dark golf ball and a twinkling ambience to guide your way. CLICK FOR MORE
PINE RIVERS HERITAGE MUSEUM DAILY
Are you looking for a wheely fun activity? Race into Wheelz, Pine Rivers Heritage Museum’s new Imaginarium! From car wheels to wagon wheels, investigate the history of the wheel and how it keeps us moving. Create wheel-inspired crafts while learning about STEM concepts. CLICK FOR MORE
REDCLIFFE ART GALLERY, DAILY
The Fish Bowl is an immersive installation space by Wish you were here artist Kellie O’Dempsey! Using coloured light, collage, and other mediums you can help create an underwater landscape. Each activity explores different approaches to drawing media, collage, gesture, and composition. CLICK FOR MORE
WOODFORD RAILWAY 1ST & 3RD SUNDAY EACH MONTH
On the first and third Sunday of each month, you can experience a Heritage Train Ride at The Woodford Railway.
Trips take approximately 15 minutes so simply turn up to ride, no bookings required. Tickets only available on the day. CLICK FOR MORE
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Kids’ workshops
‘Come & try’ sports
STEAM activities
Early learning
Private and state schools
Tutoring and learning support
Sensory room
Mobile planetarium Food trucks
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