Put on your favourite Halloween costume and explore the library in search of hidden clues and spooky surprises. Pick up a clue sheet from library staff, crack the clues to find the spooky icons hidden around the library and complete the hunt to earn a sweet Halloween treat. Get the whole family involved and crack […]
Step into a world where stories come alive and imagination leads the way. As part of the Kids Take Over Festival, Gold Coast libraries transform into vibrant spaces filled with hands-on workshops, playful creativity, and adventures for kids and families to explore together. From crafting and performance to storytelling and discovery, every workshop invites children […]
Seaside Sounds returns, bringing three consecutive Sundays of free live music, family-friendly entertainment and stunning beachside locations Sunday 6 September – 70s & 80s Soundtrack Queen Elizabeth Park, Coolangatta | 4:00pm – 7:00pm Kick off the series on Father’s Day with a nostalgic afternoon of live ’70s and ’80s favourites, a classic car Show ’n’ […]
Be active and healthy with City of Gold Coast’s free and low-cost activities these school holidays. There’s something for everyone, including inflatable games, kids yoga, freestyle scooter, OzTag, bike workshops and more. 🌸 Line Dancing 🌸 Acrobatics 🌸 Mountain Bike Riding 🌸 Calm & Confident Me 🌸 Playsports 🌸 Roller Skating 🌸 Kids Yoga 🌸 […]
Gold Coast Libraries have a great selection of free face-to-face events during the school holidays. These events are full of fun keeping the kids entertained with various hands-on, educational activities. FIND OUT MORE
Looking for free, nature inspired adventures to keep the kids busy this Spring school holidays? Kids are invited to join Gold Coast City and its environmental partners these school holidays at guided bushwalks, wildlife shows, eco-crafting activities and incredible encounters with sea creatures. Activities include: 🍃 Jellergul Little Explorers 🍃 Wildlife Encounters 🍃 Become a […]
The Gold Coast’s vibrant SURFACE Festival returns 1-19 July 2026, bringing colour, creativity and community spirit to Miami, Burleigh Heads and Nobby’s Beach. Families can explore more than 50+ large‑scale murals across the precincts, transforming everyday streets into an open‑air gallery that kids and parents will love. This year’s festival invites families to get outdoors, […]
Calling all young athletes and artists! Race into the library these school holidays for Game On! Craft Champions, a fun-filled program that combines creativity, teamwork and a love of sport. Book your spot now for an exciting line-up of activities, including: Build-A-Stadium: Create a diorama of your favourite stadium, court or arena. Sporty Creations: Get […]
These school holidays, the Gold Coast is buzzing with family-friendly fun, offering free and low‑cost events, workshops and programs for kids and families. FIND OUT MORE
Be active and healthy with City of Gold Coast’s free and low-cost activities these school holidays. There’s something for everyone, including inflatable games, kids yoga, freestyle scooter, OzTag, bike workshops and more. ❄ Line Dancing ❄ Fishing ❄ Baseball ❄ Indoor Climbing ❄ Multi-Sport Fun ❄ Soccer Kids World Cup ❄ Archery ❄ Inflatable Games […]
Looking for free, nature inspired adventures to keep the kids busy these winter school holidays? Kids are invited to join Gold Coast City and its environmental partners these school holidays at guided bushwalks, wildlife shows, eco-crafting activities and incredible encounters with sea creatures. Activities include: 🍃 Deadly and Dangerous 🍃 Scaly Reptiles 🍃 Waterway Warriors […]
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