School Holidays Events
Discover School Holidays events happening in Brisbane.
Upcoming School Holidays Events
Back to all events
School Holidays at the Thomas Dixon Centre
These school holidays, discover the magic of movement, music, and creativity these school holidays at the Thomas Dixon Centre! Whether you have little ones or big kids, there's something for everyone. Looking for something unique? Join Tara Coughlan from the Sprung Ensemble for an inclusive dance workshop for all abilities, or gain expert training, male-specific technique, and exclusive insights into the world of ballet at The Ballet Boys Project Holiday Program. Parents, this is for you too! Grab your kids and unwind with a series of free movie screenings on 16-17 April, perfect for the whole family. Movie screening times, Wednesday April 16 2pm: The Portable Door (PG, 2023) 4:30pm: Jumanji (PG, 1995) 6:30pm: The Martian (M, 2015) Movie screening times, Thursday April 17 10am: Peter Rabbit (PG, 2018) 12pm: Matilda (PG, 1996) 2pm: Wonka (PG, 2023) 4:30pm: Hunt For The Wilderpeople (PG, 2016) 6:30pm: Little Miss Sunshine (M, 2006) Visit the Thomas Dixon Centre website to view the full holiday program and register today!
Playtopia
Discover a world of wonder at free kids event – Playtopia! Returning to Roma Street Parkland from 9-11 and 16-17 April 2025 between 9am-1pm. Designed to captivate children aged 5-12, Playtopia offers a diverse range of activities tailored to ignite their imagination, foster creativity, and encourage social interaction. Each day introduces new themes, from learning how to breakdance, new sporting skills or unleashing your creative side with various book-inspired craft activities - ensuring an ever-evolving landscape of fun and learning. Playtopia is designed to be a morning filled with entertainment, education, and hands-on activities for every curious mind. It's a celebration of childhood, where every child can explore, learn, and create unforgettable memories. No need to book in advance – simply turn up and go whenever it suits your schedule. Please note there is no Playtopia programmed on Good Friday (18 April).
Obstacle training
Bookings essential. Challenge your whole body with this introduction to obstacle course racing. Learn some new skills and techniques that will help you run and overcome obstacles. Great for building strength and fitness. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 12-17 years.
Botanical Treasure Hunt
Crack the clues to discover the natural treasures hidden within the Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Work alone or in a group and explore the Botanic Gardens to solve this exciting treasure hunt. We have an activity suitable for ages 12 and under, with 2 age appropriate treasure hunt activities to choose from. Please bring a pencil or pen and wear a hat and enclosed shoes. This is a self-guided activity as you wander the botanic gardens. Collect your treasure hunt flyer from the Visitor Information Centre.
Micro Museum
What will you collect? Welcome to Micro Museum – a space for telling stories through objects. You are invited to explore the fascinating world of collecting, and uncover the memories that objects hold. Inspired by major exhibition Precious in this space you are the curator. You can select, sort and arrange a wide array of items, many of which are second-hand or vintage. Each object holds memories, and now you can create your own.
Monster Mashup
Be inspired by the treasures in Precious and Micro Museum and let your imagination run wild with Monster Mashup! Mix, match and mash-up pictures to create your own whimsical creature in this fun and free activity available every day of the week during these school holidays. Give your creation a name, a story and share with your friends! Find out more at Museum of Brisbane's Monster Mashup website. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.
School holiday autumn butterfly activity hub
Enjoy the cooler weather by exploring the gardens and getting to know plants with special relationships with butterflies. Take inspiration from the amazing shapes of falling Autumn leaves to create seasonal butterfly art. Wander the butterfly plants trail and see whose eating what; or identify the parts of a butterfly and colour them in to represent local butterfly species. Bring a picnic lunch and make a day of it on the lawn. Children under 16 are to be accompanied by an adult. For more information, email [email protected]: Meet at the Temperate lawn. Please wear a hat and enclosed shoes; and bring a snack and keep cup or water bottle. This workshop supports the Botanic Gardens' commitment to creating a plant loving community, dedicated to putting the plant back into planet.
Craft in the Park - Easter Hats
Easter Craft with Gumtree Kids! Come join us to make your very own Easter Bonnet these school holidays. Suitable for children aged 4 and up, don't forget to wear your best Easter outfit.
Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB Little Artist's Eye Spy website.
Precious Punk Badge Studio
Get inspired by the incredible punk rock badge collection in Precious and try your hand at making a rocking pin to take home. Cut, glue and paste your way into a new punk rock look at the Precious Punks Badge Studio. Find out more at Museum of Brisbane's Precious Punk Badge Studio website. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.
School holidays: Fact Finders: Under the sea
Explore the amazing world to be found under the sea through staff-led craft and activities inspired by our extensive junior non-fiction collection. Ideal for children aged 7-11 years.
Freestyle scooter clinic
Learn new skills on your Scooter that will help you ride skate parks safely and have more fun! This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 4-17 years.
Tinker table
Join us for some hands-on experimenting with simple circuit boards, robots and more. Explore coding, circuits, motion and robotics in an open learning environment. Ideal for those aged 4-16 years. A BNEtechkids workshop.
Make and create
Drop into the library to get creative with free art and craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4-12 years and their carers.
STEAM ahead on the Intelino train
Intelino is an interactive smart train, powered by innovative robotic technology. Learn basic coding skills through screen-free adventure and hands-on play. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5–8 years. A BNEtechkids workshop.
Make and create: Easter
Drop into the library to get creative with free Easter-themed craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4–12 years and their carers.
School holidays: Make and create: Easter
Drop in and get creative with our free craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4–11 years.
Slow mindful yoga for tweens and teens
Bookings essential. Reduce your stress and anxiety and discover your true self. Yoga is so much more than just an exercise but rather a union of mind, body and spirit. Learn key tools that can help you on a daily basis. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 10-17 years.
Brick builders code club
Join us for fun, hands-on STEAM challenges where you help story characters solve a problem through coding, engineering, science, and communication. Ideal for children aged 8-12 years.
Make and create: Easter
Drop in and enjoy a free Easter themed craft. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.
School holidays: Introducing Osmo
Discover an educational gaming system that merges tactile exploration with innovative iPad technology, actively engaging children in the learning process. Introducing young minds to coding in a fun and easy way, Osmal enables children to explore the world
StoryQuest with Claire Thompson
Join children’s author Claire Thompson for an adventure into the art of storytelling! Learn how to create captivating characters, powerful plots and vivid settings. With hands-on activities and insights from Claire’s books, this workshop invites young writers to unlock their imaginations and map out their own storytelling journeys. Ideal for children aged 7–12 years.
Brisbane's Biggest Easter Weekend at Victoria Park
Get ready to hop into Easter fun at Victoria Park. Join us from 9am to 1pm, Friday 18 April to Monday 21 April, for egg-citing adventures with something for everyone. Pop on your bunny ears, gather your friends and family, and join us for a memorable Easter celebration weekend at Victoria Park. Don’t forget to capture the moments and share your adventure by tagging #victoriapark The closest parking to the event site is located on Gilchrist Avenue. Brisbane’s Biggest Easter Weekend at Victoria Park is proudly brought to you by Brisbane City Council.
Botanical Treasure Hunt
Crack the clues to discover the natural treasures hidden within the Botanic Gardens at Mt Coot-tha. Work alone or in a group and explore the Botanic Gardens to solve this exciting treasure hunt. We have an activity suitable for ages 12 and under, with 2 age appropriate treasure hunt activities to choose from. Please bring a pencil or pen and wear a hat and enclosed shoes. This is a self-guided activity as you wander the botanic gardens. Collect your treasure hunt flyer from the Visitor Information Centre.
Micro Museum
What will you collect? Welcome to Micro Museum – a space for telling stories through objects. You are invited to explore the fascinating world of collecting, and uncover the memories that objects hold. Inspired by major exhibition Precious in this space you are the curator. You can select, sort and arrange a wide array of items, many of which are second-hand or vintage. Each object holds memories, and now you can create your own.
Monster Mashup
Be inspired by the treasures in Precious and Micro Museum and let your imagination run wild with Monster Mashup! Mix, match and mash-up pictures to create your own whimsical creature in this fun and free activity available every day of the week during these school holidays. Give your creation a name, a story and share with your friends! Find out more at Museum of Brisbane's Monster Mashup website. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.
Precious Punk Badge Studio
Get inspired by the incredible punk rock badge collection in Precious and try your hand at making a rocking pin to take home. Cut, glue and paste your way into a new punk rock look at the Precious Punks Badge Studio. Find out more at Museum of Brisbane's Precious Punk Badge Studio website. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.
Freestyle scooter clinic
Learn new skills on your Scooter that will help you ride skate parks safely and have more fun! This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 4-17 years.
Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB Little Artist's Eye Spy website.
Freestyle scooter clinic
Learn new skills on your Scooter that will help you ride skate parks safely and have more fun! This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 4-17 years.