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SUMMARY:Superhero Meet & Play
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an action-packed afternoon of superhero fun at Jujuba these school holidays. \nActivities will be led by the MovePlay team\, with a special visit from Spider-Man arriving at 2:00pm. Children are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite superhero. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/superhero-meet-play/
LOCATION:Jujuba Indoor Play & Cafe\, 14 Baldwin Street\, Caloundra\, QLD\, 4551\, Australia
CATEGORIES:School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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SUMMARY:Get Work Ready
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something to do this school holidays\, but also keen to start looking for a job?  JOIN has got you covered! \nOn Wednesday 11 July 2026\, you can head to Nambour Community Centre and get some help with writing your resume\, looking and applying for jobs\, interview skills and even clothes for the interview. \n🍩🍪 Snacks provided! \nFollow this link to book into the Get Work Ready workshop: https://form.jotform.com/260758139458873 \n 
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/get-work-ready/
LOCATION:Nambour Community Centre\, 2 Shearer Street\, Nambour\, QLD\, 4560\, Australia
CATEGORIES:School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260708T120000
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SUMMARY:Little Chefs Club
DESCRIPTION:These School Holidays\, Rashays at Riverlink are inviting your little ones to become a RASHAYS Little Chef. \n🧑🏻🍳 Pizza Making Workshop\n📅 Tuesdays | ⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm\n🥞 Pancake Decorating Workshop\n📅 Wednesdays | ⏰ 10:00am – 12:00pm\n💵 Only $15 per child \nEach little chef will receive:\n✨ A Little Rascals Chef Hat to take home\n✨ Their delicious handmade creation to enjoy\n✨ A fun\, interactive cooking experience they’ll remember \nParents are encouraged to stay\, relax\, and enjoy breakfast\, coffee\, or lunch while the kids have fun in a safe\, supervised environment. \n📍 QLD School Holiday Dates\n• Tuesday 30 June – Pizza Making\n• Wednesday 1 July – Pancake Decorating\n• Tuesday 7 July – Pizza Making\n• Wednesday 8 July – Pancake Decorating \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/little-chefs-club/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:Riverlink Shopping Centre\, Cnr Downs Street and The Terrace\, North Ipswich\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Classes & Workshops,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
CREATED:20260626T065952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T065952Z
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SUMMARY:SOUTH/CITY/SQ School Holiday Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join SOUTH/CITY/SQ for their free school holiday workshops\, designed to spark creativity and keep the kids entertained with hands-on crafting and fun activities. \nWednesday\, 1 July: Dino Garden\n10am to 12pm\nCreate your own mini dinosaur garden filled with crafty fun\, colour\, and imagination in this hands-on workshop for little dino lovers. \nWednesday\, 8 July: Pipe Cleaner Flowers\n10am to 12pm\nTwist and create colourful pipe cleaner flowers to take home in this fun and creative workshop for kids. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/south-city-sq-school-holiday-workshops-2/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:South/City/Sq\, 148-160 Logan Rd\, Woolloongabba\, QLD\, 4102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Classes & Workshops,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
CREATED:20260528T230244Z
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SUMMARY:SPARK Ipswich Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to ignite your creativity with SPARK Ipswich Arts Festival! The festival is packed with many adventures to enjoy with the kids during the school holidays. Check out the Ipswich Festivals website for the latest information about all the family friendly events. \n \nCreative Hub\nA stacked program of free workshops and performances; from live music and street theatre to drop-in activities and creative play spaces.\nDATE: Wednesday 8 July – Sunday 12 July \n \nMusical Mind\nStep into an immersive interactive installation that turns sound and light into a playground of creativity.\nDATE: Wednesday 8 July – Sunday 12 July \nLightPlay\nEnter the dazzling world at Ipswich Art Gallery where light becomes an element of creativity\, curiosity and discovery.\nDATE: Saturday 28 March – Sunday 12 July \n \nLittle Day Out\nIpswich’s signature children’s music and arts festival is back! Gather your festival crew to sing\, dance\, create and play at Ripley Town Square.\nDATE: Saturday 11 July \n \nWorld of Music Ipswich (WOMI)\nA celebration of global music\, dance\, culture and community. Orion Springfield Central comes alive with performances\, workshops\, international flavours and markets.\nDATE: Sunday 12 July \nFIND OUT MORE \n 
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/spark-ipswich-arts-festival/
LOCATION:Various – Ipswich
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Festivals & Fairs,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T002123Z
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SUMMARY:A Bee Story
DESCRIPTION:It’s a sticky situation\, and things never quite go to plan… \nThe award-winning\, uniquely Australian\, A Bee Story by ARC Circus is the perfect family entertainment. This charming circus show is a spectacular blend of world-class acrobatics\, juggling\, dance and clowning. \n \nJoin Queen Bee and Worker Bee on their magical adventures\, where things never quite go to plan. Be enchanted by their super strength\, pollen collecting skills and incredible circus feats. \nThrough the power of physical theatre\, we learn that together we can overcome great adversity. A Bee Story features themes of teamwork\, learning to adapt and sustainability. \n \nAwards\nWinner – Weekly Award for Children’s Entertainment – Sydney Fringe (2025)\nWinner – Best Children’s Entertainment (Overall) – Perth Fringeworld (2024)\nWinner – Weekly Award for Children’s Entertainment – Perth Fringeworld (2024) \n \nA Bee Story was created\, directed\, and performed by the award-winning team at ARC Circus\, based on the Gold Coast of Australia. ARC Circus is directed by Robbie Curtis (Circa\, Cirque du Soleil\, Circus Oz\, Australian Ballet)\, and performer\, musician and creator Lizzie McRae. \nAt QPAC from 8-11 July 2026. \nFIND OUT MORE \n 
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/a-bee-story-qpac/
LOCATION:QPAC\, Cultural Precinct Cnr Grey Melbourne Street\, South Brisbane\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,School Holidays,Shows & Performances,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260707T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260707T110000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
CREATED:20260628T033716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T033716Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Author Talk: Aleesah Darlison
DESCRIPTION:Dive into an ocean adventure with Blue\, a Dragon of the Sea! He’s also known as a nudibranch or sea slug. Blue’s fleet roam the ocean\, gliding on the currents\, and dancing their way through dangerous adventures. \nJoin children’s author Aleesah Darlison for an interactive kids author talk as she introduces her lovable new character Blue. Listen to Blue’s story\, meet and greet Aleesah and enjoy a host of themed activities. \nAleesah Darlison is a multi-published\, award-winning Australian children’s author. She has written over sixty-five books for children including picture books\, chapter books\, novels\, and series. A keen observer of birds and animals\, Aleesah enjoys sharing her passion for the natural world. \nRecommended for kids aged 3-8 years old. Don’t miss out – book your free spot now. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/kids-author-talk-aleesah-darlison/
LOCATION:Nerang Library\, corner White and Price Streets\, Nerang\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
CREATED:20260626T071450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T071450Z
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SUMMARY:Super Striker
DESCRIPTION:Game on! Super Striker is bringing soccer fun to Stockland Burleigh these school holidays\, with interactive activities where kids can challenge their skills\, build confidence and score big. \nWhat’s on? \n7 July — Soccer Skills & Drills Training Day\nKick-start your Super Striker journey with fast-paced skills and drills! Kids can sharpen their passing\, shooting and footwork in fun challenges designed to build confidence and get them game-ready. \n8 July — Soccer Timber Craft Workshop\nTime to get creative! Kids can design and decorate their very own soccer-themed timber masterpiece—perfect to take home and show off their striker style. \n9 July — Half-Time Fan Food Day\nRefuel like a champion! Kids can enjoy hands-on\, soccer-inspired food fun – because every great player knows half-time is just as exciting as the game. \n10 July — Fan Zone Fun Day\nStep into the ultimate fan zone! Packed with games\, challenges and high-energy fun\, it’s the perfect place for kids to play\, cheer and celebrate all things soccer. \n11 July — SoccerFest Community Champions Day\nJoin the celebration! SoccerFest brings the community together for a day of action\, excitement and team spirit—where every kid can feel like a champion. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/super-striker-2/
LOCATION:Stockland Burleigh Heads\, 149 West Burleigh Road\, Burleigh Heads\, QLD\, 4220\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Sport & Fitness,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
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SUMMARY:Foodie Festival
DESCRIPTION:Jump into a world of flavour-filled fun these school holidays at Tweed City’s Foodie Festival! \nThey are celebrating all things food with oversized games\, creative activities\, and hands-on fun the whole family will love. From tossing dumplings to racing through spaghetti challenges\, there’s something to delight every little foodie. \nWhat’s On 🍅 \nGet involved in the giant foodie-inspired games:\n• Dumpling Toss\n• Tic Tac Tomato\n• Spaghetti Sprint\n• Ketchup Ring Toss\n• Sandwich Jenga \nPlus\, kids can get creative and design their very own laminated placemat to take home. The perfect keepsake for mealtime! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/foodie-festival/
LOCATION:Tweed City\, 54 Minjungbal Drive\, Tweed Heads South\, NSW\, 2486\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T005929Z
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SUMMARY:Dino Dig Adventure
DESCRIPTION:School Holidays just got prehistoric at Caloundra Shopping Centre!  \nCalling all little explorers! This July\, uncover ancient fossils\, piece together dinosaur discoveries and dig into hands-on fun at their Dino Dig Adventure \n📅 6–12 July\n🕙 10am–1pm daily\n📍 Near Kmart \nKids can:\n🔎 Dig through dino excavation pits\n🦕 Discover fossil puzzle pieces\n📚 Learn fun dinosaur facts\n🎨 Create their own prehistoric masterpiece to take home \nPerfect for curious minds and school holiday adventures \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/dino-dig-adventure/
LOCATION:Caloundra Shopping Centre\, 47 Bowman Road\, Caloundra\, QLD\, 4551\, Australia
CATEGORIES:School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
CREATED:20260706T010718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T010719Z
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SUMMARY:Spin City
DESCRIPTION:Paradise Centre is going all out these winter school holidays with free breakdancing workshops\, big prizes\, and even bigger vibes. Whether you’re there to dance\, watch\, or score something amazing\, there’s something for everyone. \n🎤 Free Breakdancing Workshops\nHosted by Elements Collective \nGet ready to break\, spin\, and flow. The heroes of hip hop are taking over Paradise Centre with free\, all-ages breakdancing workshops running daily from 6–11 July. \nDATES: Monday 6 – Saturday 11 July 2026\nTIMES: 12pm\, 1pm & 2pm daily\nLOCATION: Paradise Centre\, Surfers Paradise\, beachfront precinct (in the event of wet weather\, breakdancing workshops will be moved inside the centre)\nCOST: Free – all ages welcome\, no experience needed \nFrom first-timers to seasoned b-boys and fly-girls\, everyone’s welcome on the dance floor. Just show up ready to move. Bookings are encouraged but not essential. Walk-ins are welcome if spots are available. Sessions are limited to approximately 50 people. \n🎡 Spin & Win*\nSpend $50. Spin the wheel. Win big. \nShop at Paradise Centre during the school holidays and you could walk away with more than you came for. Spend $50 or more in centre (yes\, you can combine receipts) and you’ll earn your chance to spin the Spin & Win wheel with a prize pool of over 300 prizes up for grabs. \nPrizes include experiences and vouchers from some of your favourite Gold Coast spots: \n🪓 Maniax Axe Throwing\n🍔 Wahlburgers\n🌮 El Camino Cantina\n🍔 Wendy’s\n🍕 Enzo’s Cucina \nPlus Paradise Centre merchandise and more. \nDATES: Monday 6 – Saturday 11 July 2026\nTIMES: 12pm–3pm daily\nLOCATION: Paradise Centre\, outside Newsextra\, at the top of the escalators to Woolworths\n50 prizes given away every day – don’t miss your chance. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/spin-city/
LOCATION:Paradise Centre\, 2 Cavill Avenue\, Surfers Paradise\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
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SUMMARY:SWELL Sculpture Festival Arty School Holiday Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Join SWELL Artists these school holidays at their pop-up studio at The Strand at Coolangatta Shopping Centre. \nPatterned Places with Artist\, Michelle Le Plastrier invites participants to explore colour\, pattern and form through a hands-on creative activity inspired by the work on display ‘There’s No Place Like Home’. \nThrough a process of collage\, construction and experimentation\, participants will transform simple materials into artworks while exploring how shapes\, colours and patterns can suggest places\, landscapes and imagined worlds. \nWorkshops run for 45 minutes\, are open to all ages and are FREE!  Parent supervision essential for under 16’s. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/swell-sculpture-festival-arty-school-holiday-workshops/
LOCATION:The Strand\, Coolangatta\, 72-80 Marine Parade\, Coolangatta\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260722T101643
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T045812Z
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SUMMARY:Little Garden Growers
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of creativity\, nature play and hands-on fun with Runaway Bay Centre’s FREE Little Garden Growers Workshops! \nEach day brings a new activity designed to inspire imagination and encourage little green thumbs. \nMonday – Terracotta Pot Decorating & Flower Planting\nTuesday – Fairy & Dinosaur Garden Workshop\nWednesday – Nature Bunting Workshop\nThursday – Terracotta Pot Decorating & Herb Planting\nFriday – Nature Bunting Workshop\nSaturday – Terracotta Pot Decorating & Seedling Planting \nDate: 6-11 July 2026\nTimes: 10am to 1pm\nCost: FREE\nLocation: Food Court \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/little-garden-growers/
LOCATION:Runaway Bay Centre\, 10-12 Lae Drive\, Runaway Bay\, QLD\, 4216\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260712
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T011245Z
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SUMMARY:Robin Hood the Pantomime
DESCRIPTION:Oh yes they can! Oh no they can’t! Oh yes they can! Can Kidz-N-Co Talent bring traditional English pantomime to Australia? Oh yes they can! \nAttended by 9 million people each year in the UK pantomimes are full of comedy\, slapstick\, songs and dance and riotous audience participation. Now Kidz-N-Co will be bringing the fun to Brisbane audiences with their pantomime production of Robin Hood this July. \nA large cast of talented young performers have been rehearsing to bring the show to life. It runs at YERONGA SHS auditorium on Oakwood St from 6-11 July at 11am daily. All tickets at child’s price of $25 \nBOOK TICKETS
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/robin-hood-the-pantomime/
LOCATION:Yeronga State High School Auditorium\, Oakwood Street\, Yeronga\, QLD\, 4104\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,School Holidays,Shows & Performances,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T011648Z
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SUMMARY:Axolotl Avenue
DESCRIPTION:Dive into a magical world of Axolotl Avenue at Australia Fair! \nKids will create their own take-home Axolotl Terrarium with colourful sand\, sparkling gems\, faux moss and a cute axolotl figurine. Plus\, get up close to live axolotls\, discover amazing facts and meet one of the world’s most fascinating creatures. \nDates: Monday 6 July – Friday 10 July\nTimes: Half an hour sessions from 10am\, 10:30am\, 11am\, 11:30am\, 12pm and 12:30pm daily \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/axolotl-avenue/
LOCATION:Australia Fair\, 42 Marine Parade\, Southport\, QLD\, 4215\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260706T011355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T011355Z
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SUMMARY:Tie Dye Your Own Bag
DESCRIPTION:Tie-Dye your own bag at Tweed Mall these school holidays. \nEvery child will receive a bag to create and take home – perfect for sport\, shopping or to carry all their favourite treasures! \nDates: Monday 6th – Friday 10th July\nTimes: 10am – 1pm daily \nNo bookings required. Limited to 100 children per day. \nPLUS! WIN* a $50 Tweed Mall Gift Card! To enter upload a photo of your finished bag and tag them on Facebook! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/tie-dye-your-own-bag/
LOCATION:Tweed Mall\, Wharf Street\, Tweed Heads\, QLD\, 2485\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260626T051431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T051431Z
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SUMMARY:Saddle Up Ranch Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Round Up The Kids for Different Country Crafts Each Day! \nGiddy up\, partners! This winter school holidays\, we’re transforming the center into the ultimate frontier of fun. Dust off your boots\, pop on your cowboy hats\, and ride on down to the Saddle Up Ranch Workshops for a week of completely FREE hands-on country crafts\, games\, and ranch-style adventure! \n📅 Daily Ranch Craft Schedule\nDay 1 and 5 (Monday\, 6 & 9 July): Design Your Own Custom Bandana\nDay 2 (Tuesday\, 7 July): Craft a Rustic Horseshoe Windchime\nDay 3 (Wednesday\, 8 July): Decorate Your Own Cowboy Hat\nDay 4 (Thursday\, 9 July): Make a Timber Horse Head \nWild West Games & Activities\nThe fun doesn’t stop at crafting! Between workshops\, the ranch will be buzzing with high-energy country games running throughout the day including horseshoe tossing and hobby horse racing. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/saddle-up-ranch-workshops-2/
LOCATION:Cannon Hill Kmart Plaza Shopping Centre\, Cnr Creek & Wynnum Roads\, Cannon Hill\, QLD\, 4170\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Classes & Workshops,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260626T042922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T042922Z
UID:10060402-1783296000-1783727999@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Saddle Up Ranch Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Giddy up\, partners! This winter school holidays\, Logan Central Plaza are transforming the center into the ultimate frontier of fun. \nDust off your boots\, pop on your cowboy hats\, and ride on down to the Saddle Up Ranch Workshops for a week of completely FREE hands-on country crafts\, games\, and ranch-style adventure! \n📅 Daily Ranch Craft Schedule\nDay 1 and 5 (Monday\, 6 & 9 July): Design Your Own Custom Bandana\nDay 2 (Tuesday\, 7 July): Craft a Rustic Horseshoe Windchime\nDay 3 (Wednesday\, 8 July): Decorate Your Own Cowboy Hat\nDay 4 (Thursday\, 9 July): Make a Timber Horse Head \nWild West Games & Activities\nThe fun doesn’t stop at crafting! Between workshops\, the ranch will be buzzing with high-energy country games running throughout the day including horseshoe tossing and hobby horse racing. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/saddle-up-ranch-workshops/
LOCATION:Logan Central Plaza\, 38-74 Wembley Road\, Logan Central\, QLD\, 4114\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Classes & Workshops,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260609T015222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T015222Z
UID:10060302-1783296000-1783727999@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Secondary Winter Theatre Holiday Program: Dracula!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Grade 7 – 10 Students! Step into the shadows this winter and bring gothic storytelling to life in Little Seed Theatre Company’s immersive acting workshop that allows young actors to learn\, rehearse\, and perform Brian Stoker’s iconic ‘Dracula.’  \nDesigned specifically for young teens\, this program blends theatrical discipline with hands-on exploration\, as young actors dive headfirst into the world of prop-based theatrical storytelling. Participants will develop core acting skills such as voice\, movement\, character building\, and stage presence\, while tackling unique theatrical disciplines rarely explored at this level. Using props\, stage blood\, and theatrical prosthetics\, young actors will learn how practical effects enhance performance and storytelling. \nLed by two professional guest coaches:  Jordan Fraser\, international artist and teacher\, trained through Disney and has professional credits with Disney and DreamWorks: Aladdin and How to Train a Dragon. Francince Cain\, WAAPA graduate with professional credits touring GREASE and Rock of Ages in Australia and New Zealand. \nThis week will challenge students to think creatively and perform boldly\, resulting in a final performance that will shock and delight its audience. \nAll experience levels welcome! You do not have to be a Little Seed student. \nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/secondary-winter-theatre-holiday-program-dracula/
LOCATION:Anglican Church Noosa\, 17 Willliam Street\, Tewantin\, QLD\, 4565\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260608T225243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T225243Z
UID:10060300-1783296000-1783727999@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Winter Full Day School Holiday Program at Palm Beach
DESCRIPTION:Want to keep your kids entertained and active these school holidays?  \nThe Gold Coast Recreation Precinct offers full-day adventure programs for children aged 5–12. \n \nTheir programs are great for working parents seeking a fun and supportive care option during the holidays. Each day runs from 7.30am to 4.30pm and is packed with exciting outdoor activities designed to challenge\, inspire and entertain. You can rest assured your kids will make new friends\, build confidence and create unforgettable memories. \n \nFrom learning new skills on the high ropes to paddling canoes\, or testing their aim with archery\, your kids will have an action-packed day. \nSpots are limited\, so don’t miss this chance to give your kids a holiday they’ll always remember. \nBook now to secure their place! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/winter-full-day-school-holiday-program-at-palm-beach/
LOCATION:Gold Coast Recreation Precinct\, 1525 Gold Coast Highway\, North Palm Beach\, QLD\, 4221\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Gold Coast,School Holidays,Sport & Fitness,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T153000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T203000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260626T045226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T045344Z
UID:10060407-1783265400-1783283400@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Light Up Lakeside
DESCRIPTION:Join Light Up Lakeside for a Glowing Celebration of Family Fun on Sunday 5 July from 3.30pm – 8.30pm! \nDJ Tony Vella\n8.00pm Fireworks\nFood Trucks\nMarket Stalls\nRock ‘n’ Roll Show\nBarrick Dance Centre Performance\nIlluminated Entertainment\nRuby Phoenix Belly Dancers\nPuppetrix\nRedlands Coast Ukes \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/light-up-lakeside-2026/
LOCATION:Victoria Point Lakeside Shopping Centre\, 11 Bunker Road\, Victoria Point\, QLD\, 4165\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T180000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260428T042455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T042455Z
UID:10059917-1783260000-1783274400@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Music in Minnippi
DESCRIPTION:Music in Minnippi is held on the first Sunday of every month in the beautiful Minnippi Parklands\, beside the lake at Porter’s Paddock Park. \n🕒 Event times\n• April–October: 2–5pm\n• November–March: 3–6pm \nEach month features a different live artist\, plus food trucks. You’re also very welcome to bring your own picnic and drinks.\nThis is a family-friendly\, all-ages and accessibility-friendly event. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/music-in-minnippi/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Minnipi Parklands\, 139 Stanton Road\, Tingalpa\, QLD\, 4173\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260611T064013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T064013Z
UID:10060336-1783252800-1783260000@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Cirque du Surfair
DESCRIPTION:Roll up\, roll up.. the most spectacular show of the school holidays is coming to town! 🎪 \nJoin Surf Air from 12 – 2pm on Sunday 5 July for Cirque du Surfair\, a jaw-dropping family day out that will leave you on the edge of your seat! \nBe dazzled by breathtaking circus entertainment that will have you gasping\, laughing\, and cheering for more. Keep the little ones flipping with excitement through a huge range of kids’ activities – because the fun truly never stops under our big top! \nWhether you’re a high-flyer or prefer to keep your feet on the ground\, there’s something for absolutely everyone. So don’t clown around\, grab the family and come join the greatest day of the winter holidays! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/cirque-du-surfair/
LOCATION:Surf Air Beach Hotel\, 923 David Low Way\, Marcoola\, QLD\, 4564\, Australia
CATEGORIES:School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T183000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260611T223943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T223943Z
UID:10060337-1783247400-1783276200@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Caloundra Cup Day
DESCRIPTION:School holidays just got a whole lot more exciting! Bring the whole family down to Caloundra Cup Day on Saturday 4 July for a massive day out at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club. \nLet’s be honest\, it’s the one day these school holidays where Mum and Dad have just as much fun as the kids. \nRide the giant 26m Wheel of Oz\, enjoy live music all day\, watch the colour and excitement of Billy J Fashions on the Field\, and explore The Avenue\, set across the sprawling front lawn and packed with food trucks\, plenty of drink options\, picnic spots and treats for everyone to enjoy. \n \nWith nine races and over $1.8 million in prize money\, there’s plenty of action on track too\, but there’s just as much to love off it. It’s the perfect family day out these school holidays. \nDid you know? The last three Melbourne Cup winners; Without A Fight (2023)\, Knight’s Choice (2024) and Half Yours (2025) were all prepared right here at Sunshine Coast Turf Club during our winter?! \n \nBest of all\, kids under 18 get FREE admission! So while the grown-ups sort their tickets\, the little ones are already sorted. A fun\, low cost day out where everyone gets something out of it. And\, the Ferris Wheel is FREE for all too! \nAdmission tickets from $30. Get in early\, prices increase to $40 for adults closer to the day\, yet still great value! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/caloundra-cup-day/
LOCATION:Sunshine Coast Turf Club\, 170 Pierce Avenue\, Corbould Park\, QLD\, 4551\, Australia
CATEGORIES:School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260603T071915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T071915Z
UID:10060272-1783245600-1783267200@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:NAIDOC Family Fun Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join the community at Kings Beach amphitheatre\, Caloundra! Celebrate 50 years of NAIDOC with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. Everyone is invited to celebrate\, learn and share in this community event. \nThe day will include live performances from First Nations artists and community\, markets\, music\, cultural workshops\, storytelling and freebies. \nBring a blanket\, smile and the whole family! Everyone welcome! \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/naidoc-family-fun-day-2026/
LOCATION:Kings Beach Amphitheatre\, De Vene Avenue\, Kings Beach\, QLD\, 4551\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Community Event,School Holidays,Sunshine Coast,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T160000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20250130T075442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T012516Z
UID:10059856-1783245600-1783267200@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Miniature Train Rides
DESCRIPTION:Join Brisbane Bayside Steam Railway Society for their public running days. \nEnjoy a ride on a miniature train through their bushland setting the first and third Sunday of each month. \nTickets are available for a donation of $3.00\, with a 5-ride ticket for $10 available for purchase. \nClosed in shoes must be worn when riding the trains. \nFIND OUT MORE \n\nHelpful links: \nThings to do with kids in Brisbane\nFree kids activities\nWhat’s on for kids in Brisbane\nSchool holiday activities in Brisbane\nVacation Care in Brisbane
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/miniature-train-rides-5/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Brisbane Bayside Steam Railway Society\, Wynnum Road\, Wynnum West\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20250107T064455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T012628Z
UID:10059866-1783245600-1783260000@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Grandchester Model Live Steam Association Public Running Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Grandchester Model Live Steam Association for their monthly Public Running Days. \nHeld on the first Sunday of every month\, enjoy a ride on their miniature trains. \n\n$3 a ride or 4 for $10 (cash only). Children between 1 and 5 years old ride free but must be accompanied by a paying adult. \nEnclosed shoes must be worn to ride the trains. \n\nFIND OUT MORE \n\nHelpful links: \nThings to do with kids in Brisbane\nFree kids activities\nWhat’s on for kids in Brisbane\nSchool holiday activities in Brisbane\nVacation Care in Brisbane
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/grandchester-model-live-steam-association-public-running-day/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Grandchester Model Live Steam Association\, 2 Ipswich Street\, Grandchester\, QLD\, 4340\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T150000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260602T044623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T044623Z
UID:10060250-1783242000-1783263600@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Across the Region: Mary Poppins Festival
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the art of storytelling and be transported into a world full of play and imagination at the Mary Poppins Festival in Maryborough on Sunday 5 July 2026. \nThis FREE event is guaranteed to delight both young and the young at heart\, with festival favourites chimney sweeping\, nanny races and a grand parade. Plus they will be attempting an Australian Book of Records for the most amount of people to dress up as Mary Poppins characters \n🎠 Rides\n🎩 Costume Competition\n😄 Kids Activities & Games\n🐸 Deano Yipadee & Errol the Frog\n☂️ Umbrella Decorating Workshops\n🤹‍♀️ Roving Entertainment\n🎼 Poppins Musical Trail\n🎵 Live Entertainment\n🛍 Market Stalls\n🍴 Street Food Vendors\n🎶Grand Parade & Finale \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/across-the-region-mary-poppins-festival/
LOCATION:Portside Heritage Precinct\, 103 Wharf Street\, Maryborough\, QLD\, 4650\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Community Event,Gold Coast,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T140000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20260628T041002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260628T041002Z
UID:10060440-1783242000-1783260000@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Redlands Coast NAIDOC Cultural Celebration 2026
DESCRIPTION:The free event will feature stage entertainment by first nations artists\, traditional smoking ceremony\, cultural demonstrations\, information and market stalls\, weaving workshops\, kids’ activities and giveaways. \nBring your chairs or picnic blankets and settle in on the lawn to enjoy local performances by first nations artists including the Joe Geia band\, Rochelle Pitt\, Ben Barker\, Maibre Grenfell\, Yulu Burri Ba Cultural Performers\, plus more. \nSee Notorious Ship \nNotorious\, a full size\, full wooden\, sailing ship\, the Caravelle\, is Opening for Public Inspection.  All little (and the not so little) pirates welcome to explore onboard and below deck.  Marvel at the timber\, the design\, the build and the reality of this full wooden ship\, with over 26000 NM under her hull since her launch in 2011.  Notorious is the only ship representing the 15th century sailing in the Southern Hemisphere\, Australia’s only lateen rigged ship\, and an awesome pirate ship. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/redlands-coast-naidoc-cultural-celebration-2026/
LOCATION:Raby Bay Harbour Park\, QLD\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane,Community Event,School Holidays,Winter School Holidays
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260705T120000
DTSTAMP:20260722T101644
CREATED:20230501T041109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T012534Z
UID:10034932-1783242000-1783252800@kidsonthecoast.com.au
SUMMARY:Southport Military Heritage Museum Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Hear stories of our troops’ exceptional bravery and unquestionable valour through photos\, uniforms\, medal galleries\, and precious memorabilia. \nHoused in a heritage-listed naval drill hall\, their historical attraction is 100% non-profit and run by passionate volunteers. \nFIND OUT MORE
URL:https://kidsonthecoast.com.au/event/southport-military-heritage-museum-open-day/2026-07-05/
LOCATION:Southport Military Heritage Museum\, 201 Queen Street\, Southport\, QLD\, 4215\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Gold Coast
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