Ready to embrace another glorious spring in Brisbane? With golden sunshine, warm days, and cool river breezes, spring is the absolute best time to pack a picnic and get outdoors with the family. Whether you’re looking for high-energy sports clinics, hands-on creative workshops, or live theatre performances, here are our favourite local activities to keep the kids entertained throughout the break.
Activities for creative and curious kids
Spring into Creativity at Museum of Brisbane
Date: September 19 – October 5, 2026
Location: Museum of Brisbane, City Hall
Bring colour and craft to the heart of the city with a lineup of free and low-cost drop-in activities, creative workshops, and family favourites. Make,
IAG Kids: Make Yourself at Home
Date: July 25 – November 8, 2026
Location: Ipswich Art Gallery
A sensory, interactive exhibition inviting children to explore what home means through art, familiar objects, and textures.
Scholastic Book Super Sale
Date: September 23 – September 25, 2026
Location: Scholastic Warehouse, Crestmead
Grab incredible bargains with thousands of children’s books on sale, $2 hot titles, and fill-a-box options for $49.
Code Camp Spring School Holiday Programs
Date: September 19 – October 3, 2026
Location: Various locations across Brisbane
Kids aged 5–13 can learn to code drones, explore AI, or try screen-free creative options like macramé and miniature-house building.
PowerPlay: ArchiKid Workshop
Date: September 26, 2026 (2:00 PM)
Location: Brisbane Powerhouse
A free hands-on workshop celebrating young people as active creators through architectural design and creative play.
Activities for active and sporty kids
GOALS Soccer Spring School Holiday Classes
Date: September 21 – September 30, 2026
Location: Gregory Park, Milton
Relaxed, pressure-free soccer clinics designed for boys and girls aged 6–11 to build confidence and refine skills.
Monster Jump
Date: September 19 – October 5, 2026
Location: Sandstone Point Hotel, Bribie Island
Bounce through an enormous outdoor inflatable obstacle course packed with high-energy action for kids and teens.
School Holiday Tennis (Tennis for Kids)
Date: September 21 – October 1, 2026
Location: PARK, The Gap (and local school clinics)
Full-day holiday camps or 3-hour clinics focused on tennis fundamentals, confidence, and friendly fun.
Little Lifesavers
Date: September 19 – October 4, 2026
Location: Brisbane, Redcliffe, Bribie Island & Raby Bay
Surf Life Saving Queensland’s water safety program offering kids aged 5–12 an engaging introduction to surf skills.
Rackley Swimming School Holiday Program
Date: September 21 – October 2, 2026
Location: Rackley Swimming Pools across Brisbane
Two weeks of daily 30-minute swim intensives to fast-track stroke development and confidence in the pool.
Activities for theatre and show lovers
This Show is a Joke!
Date: September 20 – September 26, 2026
Location: South Bank
The Listies return with a comedy mash-up of slapstick, songs, and silly gags suited for kids aged 4 and up.
Betsy Balloon and the Very Great Terrible Flood
Date: September 23 – September 26, 2026
Location: QPAC
A theatrical story following Betsy Balloon as she navigates life after her family’s island balloon factory adventure pops.
Lord Mayor’s Children’s Program – TheatreDome
Date: September 23, 2026 (10am–12pm & 1pm–3pm)
Location: Brisbane City Hall
Channel Nine’s high-energy improv comedy show where teams compete in theatrical challenges.
Cirque du Soleil: KOOZA
Date: August 1 – September 27, 2026
Location: Under the Big Top, Eagle Farm
Breathtaking acrobatic feats, bold slapstick comedy, and classic circus artistry under the Big Top.
Brisbane Festival
Date: September 4 – September 26, 2026
Location: Various Brisbane locations
A city-wide arts festival packed with family days, circus acts, theatre shows, and creative installations.
The Librarian
Date: October 1 – October 3, 2026
Location: Brisbane Powerhouse
A show combining physical theatre, circus arts, and clowning to spark a love for reading and imagination.
Activities for nature, animal and community explorers
Spring Holidays at Trevena Glen
Date: September 19 – October 3, 2026
Location: Trevena Glen Farm, Mount Samson
Connect with farm animals, ride ponies, hop aboard the miniature train, and enjoy fresh mountain air.
Safari in the City
Date: September 21 – October 4, 2026
Location: Nicholas Street Precinct, Ipswich
Animatronic animal displays, Dora the Explorer live shows, and family photo opportunities day and night.
RedFest Strawberry Festival
Date: September 26 – September 27, 2026
Location: Redland Showgrounds, Cleveland
A community festival celebrating fresh local strawberries with music, market stalls, and kids’ entertainment.
Flame BBQ & Music Festival
Date: September 19, 2026 (1:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
Location: Jimboomba Park
Gourmet country BBQ, live music, line-dancing, market stalls, and unlimited kids’ rides.
Moreton Bay Emergency Services Expo
Date: September 27, 2026 (9:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Location: Brennan Park, Bribie Island
Free entry to explore real fire trucks, police cars, and ambulances with hands-on activities for kids.
Playland at Carina Leagues Club
Date: September 19 – October 5, 2026
Location: Carina Leagues Club
Daily scheduled activities, crafts, and interactive play setups designed for kids aged 3–12.
Worth the road trip (Rest of SE QLD)
Meet the Quokkas at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
Date: September 18 – October 5, 2026
Location: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Gold Coast
Get up close with friendly quokkas in a brand-new wildlife encounter experience.
Sea Creature Rescue Mission
Date: September 12 – October 11, 2026
Location: SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast, Mooloolaba
An interactive rescue squad trail that teaches kids how to protect turtles, sharks and marine habitats.
Kids Take Over
Date: September 14 – September 26, 2026
Location: HOTA, Gold Coast
A creative festival for kids featuring hands-on art installations, performances, and workshops.
Spring Fun at The Ginger Factory
Date: September 21 – October 2, 2026
Location: Yandina, Sunshine Coast
Free entry to explore rainbow umbrella walks, the Zog Trail, and Bee-Trice the jumping castle.
UNREAL Rides & Vibes
Date: September 19 – October 4, 2026
Location: Aussie World, Sunshine Coast
Theme park thrills, live spring entertainment, and interactive challenges for the whole family.
For more school holiday activities, check out our HUGE SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY GUIDE – covering the Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Brisbane!
