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Sustainable BNE
2026-05-24 09:00 - 15:00 (Australia/Brisbane) | Roma Street Parklands, 1 Parkland Blvd, Brisbane, QLD, 4000, Australia
Brisbane’s ultimate celebration of sustainable living returns this autumn.
Enjoy a free, family and dog friendly day packed with practical ideas, inspiring experiences and hands on ways to live more sustainably. The festival showcases local solutions to help you make more sustainable choices at home and in your community, all while enjoying great food and a vibrant day out.
Live Entertainment
Expert Talks & Practical Ideas
Hands on Workshops
Wellness Sessions
Parkland Experiences
Curated Dining Experiences showcasing local, sustainable food
PLUS: Bluey and Bingo are back again at Sustainable BNE Festival and you have the opportunity to meet them!
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Mount Alvernia College Open Day
2026-05-24 10:00 - 13:00 | Mount Alvernia College, 82 Cremorne Road, Kedron
Mount Alvernia College’s annual Open Day is an exciting and highly anticipated event, designed to give prospective families an in-depth look at what makes the College exceptional.
Here’s what you can typically expect:
Explore Their Facilities
Tour their state-of-the-art classrooms, specialist facilities, and co-curricular spaces.
Discover Their Academic Programs
Learn about their diverse curriculum offerings and how they support student learning and success.

Engage with Staff and Leadership
Hear from the College Leadership Team and staff about their educational philosophy, teaching approach, and commitment to student development.
Co-Curricular and Sporting Opportunities
Find out more about the wide range of sporting, cultural, and outreach activities available to students.
Student-Led Tours
Enjoy a guided tour of the campus led by student ambassadors, who provide a unique perspective on College life.
Community and Values
Experience the welcoming, faith-based environment that nurtures every student at Mount Alvernia College.
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Shorncliffe Food Truck Fest
2026-05-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Volunteer Marine Rescue Brisbane, 95 Allpass Parade, Shorncliffe, QLD, 4017, Australia
Northside’s BIGGEST food truck event is back! The Shorncliffe Food Truck Fest returns on Sunday 24 May 2026.
Enjoy a line-up of Brisbane’s best food trucks including:
🚚 KING OF THE WINGS – Award Wining Wings
🚚 LONDON SPUDS – Hot Loaded Baked Potato
🚚 ALBA CATERING – Authentic Japanese
🚚 FOOD BABY – Delicious Gourmet Burgers
🚚 ROLL IT CO – Ice Cold Rolled Ice Cream
🚚 BURSTY BOBA – Refreshing Bubble Tea
🚚 BLONDE ESPRESSO – Barista Made Coffee
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Walk for Women's Health
2026-05-24 14:00 | Buderim Village Park, Church Road, Buderim, QLD, Australia
Join Magnolia Health for their third year running of this much-loved community event – a 5km historic walk through beautiful Buderim, followed by live music, a sausage sizzle, and family fun in the park. Held during Pelvic Pain Awareness Month, this event helps raise vital funds and awareness for Sunshine Coast locals living with pelvic pain conditions like endometriosis.
Enjoy live tunes by Ruby Thursday, grab a delicious matcha from Charlie’s Matcha, and tuck into a classic Aussie BBQ cooked up by the Buderim Lions – plus, enjoy giant lawn games in the park thanks to Sunshine Coast Game Hire.

The walk is mostly flat and pram-friendly, making it perfect for families. It’s also a great opportunity to rally your crew – whether that’s colleagues, friends, sporting teams or community groups – and walk together for a meaningful cause.
Be quick – the first 200 people to register will receive a free cap!
Every step brings Magnolia Health closer to their goal of establishing a dedicated Women’s Health Centre right here on the Sunshine Coast.
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Romeo & Juliet: Shakespeare at the Lake
2026-05-24 14:00 | Noosa Botanic Gardens Ampitheatre, Lake MacDonald Drive, Lake MacDonald, QLD
A pair of star-crossed lovers… against all odds.
Making a triumphant return to celebrate 10 years of Shakespeare at the Lake, the passion and heartbreak of Romeo and Juliet comes to life in all its daring, romantic and tragic glory.
Pack a picnic and wander through the stunning botanical gardens to arrive at the perfectly picturesque Lake MacDonald Amphitheatre for an immersive outdoor theatre experience like no other. This is where Little Seed Theatre Company lays the scene: the Montagues and Capulets are locked in a bitter feud when Romeo first lays eyes on Juliet, igniting a love that defies families, challenges fate, and endures in a world determined to keep them apart.
With live music and evocative performances, experience the highly anticipated annual event – where the ultimate romance is between spellbinding story and spectacular setting. This May, the timeless tale of star-crossed lovers unfolds against a breathtaking backdrop for an unforgettable afternoon of Shakespeare at the Lake.
May 16, 17, 23 & 24 at 2pm | Noosa Botanic Gardens Amphitheatre
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Good Shepherd Lutheran College Prep Twilight Tour
2026-05-25 16:30 - 17:30 | Good Shepherd Lutheran College, 115 Eumundi Road, Noosaville, QLD, 4566, Australia
Discover what makes Good Shepherd Lutheran College a place where students are known, valued and inspired to thrive.
Their Twilight Tour offers families the opportunity to experience the College in a relaxed and welcoming setting. You’ll explore their learning spaces, see their facilities, meet key staff and student leaders, and connect with their Principal/Head of Junior School, who will share the vision and heart behind their community. Each tour is tailored to the stage of schooling most relevant to your family.
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Dakota of the White Flats
2026-05-26 - 2026-05-27 | The Events Centre Caloundra, 20 Minchinton St, Caloundra, QLD, Australia
From Red Leap Theatre, Dakota of the White Flats is an adaptation of the novel by award-winning author Philip Ridley. A high-action pulpy punk noir that snatches the classic coming-of-age adventure story out of the hands of a gang of boys, and passes it to two loud, unapologetic, brave young women.
Dakota Pink is 13-years-old and afraid of nothing. She lives in a bleak housing complex on the edge of a polluted canal. Abandoned supermarket trolleys litter the streets and the oil slick water is filled with monstrous mutant eels. Dakota and her best friend Treacle discover a secret that propels them across the water to the Broken Glass Fortress on Dog Island.
Delivered in electronica inflected neon and grime, Dakota of the White Flats is a finely crafted narrative shot through with comedy, horror, immersive soundscape and live music. Directed by Ella Becroft, with set design by John Verryt, lighting by Rachel Marlow and composition by Eden Mulholland, this fast-paced and electrifying show celebrates the resilience, bravery and hope of young people in a changing world.
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Queensland Day: Mini Maroons
2026-05-27, 2026-05-30 | QLD
Are you ready to shine as QLD’s next rugby league superstar? In the lead up to, and on, QLD Day, kids aged 5–12 can experience the excitement of footy like never before with Mini Maroons clinics, brought to you by Queensland Rugby League.
Taking place at six locations across the state, these fun-filled clinics are designed for all abilities and will bring the game to life through activities, skill-building sessions, and the chance to meet some very special guests.
Designed for boys and girls aged 5–12, Mini Maroons clinics are open to all abilities, with a strong focus on fun, friendship and Maroon pride.
Gold Coast – 27 May 2026
Brisbane – 30 May 2026
Sunshine Coast – 6 June 2026
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Moreton Bay Boy's College Open Day
2026-05-27 08:45 - 10:30 | Moreton Bay Boy’s College, 302 Manly Road, Manly West, QLD, 4179, Australia
Join Moreton Bay Boy’s College for Open Day and experience their vibrant campus firsthand.
Enjoy student-led tours, meet their community, and explore the opportunities available to Moreton Bay Boys’ College students.
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National Simultaneous Storytime at the State Library
2026-05-27 11:45 | State Library of Queensland, Cultural Centre, Stanley Place, South Bank, Brisbane, QLD, 4101, Australia
Free family activities, performances and storytelling will take centre stage at State Library of Queensland this month, with an Under Eights Celebration Day (23 May) and a very special National Simultaneous Storytime (27 May).
On Wednesday 27 May at 11:45am, families can join a reading of Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller in The Corner as part of National Simultaneous Storytime 2026. Luna Roo the Kangaroo Baller follows the spirited kangaroo Luna and her friends as they chase their football dreams across the outback, blending action, teamwork and fun to inspire young readers.
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St Andrew's Anglican College Principal's Tour
2026-05-28 09:00 - 10:45 | St Andrews Anglican College, 40 Peregian Springs Drive, Peregian Springs, QLD, 4573, Australia
This tour offers an authentic and personal insight into life at St Andrew’s vibrant, future-focused College nestled in the beautiful Peregian Springs.
A great opportunity to explore their exceptional learning spaces, hear about their approach to learning, meet rtheir passionate educators and experience the strong sense of community and culture that sets St Andrew’s apart, making them a leading Prep to Year 12 independent school on the Sunshine Coast.
You’ll gain insight into how they inspire each student to thrive, not just academically, but in all areas of College life.
Whether you’re just beginning your school journey or considering a change, St Andrew’s invites you to see how they inspire every student grow in confidence, curiosity and character and pursue their individual potential.
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Wynnum Library is Turning 10
2026-05-28 15:45 | Wynnum Library, 145 Florence Street, Wynnum, QLD, 4178, Australia
Wynnum Library celebrates it’s 10th Anniversary at Florence Street, Wynnum.
Join Councillor Alex Givney in the Library for a story time followed by cake.
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Maleny Show
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-30 | Maleny Showground, Maleny Stanley River Road, Maleny, QLD, 4552, Australia
Enjoy two unforgettable days of community, competition, entertainment and country celebration this May at the Maleny Agricultural Show.
The Maleny Agricultural Show is a celebration of community, creativity, and country life in the heart of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland. Held annually at the historic Maleny Showgrounds, the Show brings together the best of rural traditions and family-friendly fun – from thrilling entertainment and adorable animals to hands-on exhibits, competitions, local food, rides, music, and more.
Rides
Sideshow Alley
Cowgirls with Wings
KC’s Arena Spectacular
Flair Action Sports
Wildlife Unleashed
Country Stars Competition
Dinky D’s Trackless Trains
FunkyBooks
Live Entertainment
Fireworks
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Sunny Coast Xtreme
2026-05-29 - 2026-05-31 | Alexandra Headland Beach, 110 Alexandra Parade, Alexandra Headlands, QLD, 4572, Australia
SCX is 3 extreme sport events run simultaneously over 3 days and includes Jetski Freeride & Skate/Scooter/BMX Competition.
The AUS OPEN: The world’s best are coming. International and national riders battling it out on Rickter hulls at one of Australia’s most iconic beach breaks.
Jetpilot Freeride: 3 full days of riding + awards including Sickest Trick, Biggest Air, Cherry Popper and more. The flagship riding program of SCX 2026.
Skitso Skatepark Comp: Skateboard. Scooter. BMX. Roller. Open to everyone – all ages, all levels. Entry $15. A spectators paradise.
E-Safety School: E-mobility safety education zone supported by Sunshine Coast Council. Learn to ride safe, ride smart.
Free Entry and family friendly! Excitement Guaranteed! Food, Music and Great Vibes.
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Foodie Fiesta Logan
2026-05-29 16:00 | Logan Village Green, 11-15 Logan Street, Logan Village, QLD, 4207, Australia
Ashton Entertainment are bringing together ALL your favourite food trucks, dessert cravings and homegrown retailers to one place – and for one night only!
🍦 Sweet treats
🍔 Loaded eats
🛍️ Home grown retailers
🎁 Giveaways on-site
🎸 Live Music
🔅 Eat all night with tables, chairs & lighting through the grounds!
💰 $3 Entry / $10 Family (Kids under 3 FREE)
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Caloundra Twilight Markets
2026-05-29 17:00 - 21:00 | Bulcock Street, Caloundra, Bulcock Street, Caloundra, QLD, 4551, Australia
Experience the magic of Caloundra Twilight Markets, where live music, gourmet delights, and artisan treasures come together against a stunning sunset backdrop. With plenty of activities for the whole family, this vibrant market is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a casual evening by the beach.
From delicious street food to unique handmade crafts, there’s something for everyone at Caloundra Twilight Markets. Support local businesses and discover the hidden gems of the region while enjoying the lively atmosphere and beautiful scenery.
Open the last Friday of the month from 5pm to 9pm.
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Little Explorers at Compass Independent School
2026-05-30 09:00 - 10:30 | Compass Independent School, Level 3, Z1 'The Works', 8 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove, QLD, 4059, Australia
Compass Independent School warmly invites you to join them for Little Explorers – a relaxed and engaging play experience designed for young children and their families.
Step into their beautiful learning space to enjoy a morning of creative, sensory and hands-on play. Children will have the opportunity to explore a range of activities including:
• Art • Construction • Nature Play • Puzzles • Imaginative discovery
…all designed to spark curiosity and a love of learning!

While children play, parents are invited to connect with their team and experience the unique Compass approach to learning in a calm, welcoming environment.
This is a wonderful opportunity for 2027 Prep families to experience Compass in action and see how they support children to become confident, curious and capable learners.
Bookings are essential, reserve your place now!
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Rivermount College Free Community Event
2026-05-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Rivermount College, Rivermount Drive, Yatala, QLD, 4207, Australia
Enjoy a day at Rivermount College as they celebrate community, family fun, and their new partnership with the Liverpool Football Club International Academy Australia!
🛍 Market stalls
⚽ Free soccer clinics for ages 6 to 16 years (registrations essential)
🌭 Sausage sizzle
🥤 Café and smoothie van
🚂 Free trackless train rides
Whether you are a football fan, looking for an outing with the family, or keen to connect with the local community, this event will be lots of fun for the family.
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Heritage Day at The Village
2026-05-30 09:00 - 15:00 | Caboolture Historical Village, 280 Beerburrum Road, Caboolture, QLD, 4510, Australia
Heritage Day is on again at the Caboolture Historical Village. You will be able to see traditions of the past, local history and heritage. Watch craftsmen and craftswomen demonstrate traditional skills such as wool spinning, lacemaking, leathercrafting, ropemaking blacksmithing and more. Discover the beauty of machinery from a bygone era and marvel at vintage cars and motorcycles.
Live entertainment from Celtic and classic Australian ballads, 18th-century country dancing, and bush poetry readings, there is something for everyone. Volunteers and guest exhibitors will be stepping out in style in traditional dress adding to the bygone atmosphere.
Kids can get hands-on with lots of interactive activities, making it a fun and educational experience for the whole family. The owls are back for their flight display and you can get a photo taken with one on your arm.
The Pine River’s Historic Machinery Rally will be running on both Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st in conjunction with Heritage Day on Saturday the 30th May.
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Super Butcher Runaway Bay Family Fun Day
2026-05-30 10:00 - 13:00 | Runaway Bay Centre, 10-12 Lae Drive, Runaway Bay, QLD, 4216, Australia
Super Butcher Runaway Bay are celebrating their first 6 months in the Runaway Bay community with a Family Fun Day.
Join them on Saturday 30 May at Runaway Bay Centre for a day packed with fun for the whole family from 10am – 1pm.
There’ll be free BBQ tastings 🍖, face painting 🎨, balloon twisting 🎈and plenty of free activities for the kids!
Hot Tomato will also be there to add to the fun and announce the day’s Runaway Bay EXCLUSIVE specials.
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Wildlife Unleashed Workshop
2026-05-30 10:30 - 12:30 | Redcliffe Museum, 75 Anzac Avenue, Redcliffe, QLD, 4020, Australia
Redcliffe Museum are bringing the zoo to you on Saturday 30 May 2026!
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of native and exotic animals from Wildlife Unleashed!
Hold a baby saltwater crocodile, look into the eyes of a bird of prey and watch an expert wrangle some of our world’s most venomous snakes. From rare cockatoos to playful possums, learn about the rich biodiversity of our planet and conservation through intimate encounters.
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Party in the Park
2026-05-30 12:00 - 16:00 | Grenier Park, 20 Oxley Street, Acacia Ridge, QLD, 4110, Australia
Enjoy a vibrant family day filled with free and low‑cost fun, including rides, delicious food, hands‑on activities, and live entertainment.
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The Hills Carnivale
2026-05-30 12:00 - 19:00 | George Willmore Park, 87 Ferny Way, Ferny Hills, QLD, 4055, Australia
Get ready for a spectacular celebration of fun, and family at this year’s Hills Carnivale! And best of all? It’s FREE!
📍 George Willmore Park, Ferny Hills
📅 Saturday 30 May
🕑 12pm to 7pm
An unforgettable day packed with fun for all ages. As the official finale event to Hills Festival, the Carnivale brings the community together for one last, vibrant celebration!
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Colour Frenzy: Ipswich
2026-05-31 08:30 | Limestone Park, Ipswich, 43 Chermside Road, Ipswich, QLD, 4305, Australia
Experience Colour Frenzy in Ipswich, where vibrant colours, exhilarating fun, and non-stop excitement await you and your family.
Colourful Fun Run:
Join the non-competitive fun run that allows participants of all ages to walk, skip, hop, or jump their way through the course. It’s a fantastic way to stay active while immersing yourself in the lively atmosphere.
Foam/Bubble Machine:
Wade through the clouds of bubbly delight! Feel the soft foam bubbles surrounding you, creating a playful and enchanting atmosphere.
Obstacles:
Experience the thrill of new obstacles added to the course, making the run even more entertaining. Obstacles add an adventurous twist and enhance the challenge, ensuring a memorable experience.
Colour Stations:
Throughout the run, vibrant colour stations will shower participants with an array of colourful powder. Participants of all ages will love getting splashed with different colours, making the event an interactive and visually captivating journey.
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Navy Open Day
2026-05-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Port of Brisbane, 3 Port Central Avenue, Brisbane, QLD, 4178, Australia
HMAS Moreton is excited to host HMAS Brisbane alongside to celebrate Navy 125 with all members of the public welcome.
There will multiple supporting agency stalls, Defence attractions, a sausage sizzle, face painting and other attractions for the whole family!
The RAN Band – QLD will be conducting displays throughout the event.
This event will be broken into 1 hour sessions from 9am – 2pm.
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Monster Machinery Day
2026-05-31 09:00 - 15:00 | Broadwater Parklands, Marine Parade, Southport, QLD, 4215, Australia
It’s big. It’s loud. It’s free. And it’s back – Monster Machinery Day!
Calling all little builders, digger‑dreamers and beep‑beep‑believers. Monster Machinery Day is rolling into Broadwater Parklands, and the machines are bigger, bolder and boom‑ier than ever.
📍WHAT TO EXPECT
Spanning a full kilometre of the Broadwater Parkland’s Great and Southern Lawns, this is your chance to step inside the world of the mighty machines that transform and maintain the Gold Coast. Climb explore and get hands-on with the equipment that digs, lifts, hauls and keeps the city moving.
🎉 FREE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
• Live machinery demonstrations (yes… even the woodchipper!) 🌳
• Rock-climbing wall 🧗‍♀️
• Train rides 🚂
• Giant sand pit (a toddler favourite!) 🏖️
🚑 MEET THE HEROES
• Meet emergency services and volunteers 👩‍🚒
• Explore emergency vehicles 🚓
• Learn what to do during severe weather and disaster events ⛈️
🍔 FUEL UP
Because every little explorer needs energy – food trucks will be in full gear! 🌭🍦
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Cedar Creek Wolffdene Rural Fire Service Open Day
2026-05-31 10:00 - 13:00 | Cedar Creek Wolffdene Rural Fire Service, 17 Velvers Road, Wolffdene, QLD, 4207, Australia
Meet the crew from Cedar Creek Wolffdene RFS at their Open Day!
This is a great opportunity to check out their appliances and equipment, learn about what they do within the community, and chat with their members about volunteering with the Rural Fire Service.
There will be plenty happening throughout the day including games, a sausage sizzle, raffles, displays, and much more for the whole family to enjoy!
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Koala Tavern May Family Fun Day
2026-05-31 11:30 | Koala Tavern, 36-40 Moreton Bay Road, Capalaba, QLD, 4157, Australia
Get ready for another wholesome day out with the family at Koala Tavern!
From cuddly animals to live tunes in the beer garden, it’s the perfect way to spend your Sunday.
What’s on:
🐾 Petting Zoo | From 11:30am
🎶 Beer Garden Soloist | From 12pm
🎈 Balloon Artist | From 12pm
🍔 All Day Dining
Bring the kids, grab a table and settle in for a relaxed, fun-filled day at Koala Tavern.
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C&K Open Week
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-06 | Various – Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast
You’re Invited to C&K Open Week – 1 to 6 June, 2026!
C&K kindergartens and childcare centres across Queensland are opening their doors, and they would love for your family to come and see what makes their centres such special places for children to learn, play, and thrive.
Explore their learning spaces, chat with their passionate educators, and experience the warm, welcoming communities they’ve built together. Open Day is the perfect opportunity to discover why so many Queensland families choose C&K.
C&K has been proudly supporting Queensland children and families for almost 120 years. As a not-for-profit, children are at the heart of everything they do – from the way they design their spaces to the early learning programs that celebrate every child’s curiosity, individuality, and potential.
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