Upcoming Events in Brisbane
Discover what's happening in Brisbane with our curated selection of upcoming events, festivals, and activities.
First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever creative play
Discover simple open-ended creative experiences to try at home including mark-making, pretend play and collage. Children will explore their creativity and develop their cognitive, language vocabulary, gross and fine motor, problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Ideal for children aged 5 years and younger. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
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.
Royal Queensland Art Society Workshop Festival
In April, the Royal Queensland Art Society Petrie Terrace Gallery is excited to be hosting a 2-week workshop festival! As a part of this festival, we will be holding a variety of workshops that cover a range of themes, artistic mediums and all-age groups: there is something for everyone! To kick off the festival, we will be hosting an Open Day at the gallery on Saturday, 5th of April from 10:30am. This is a great opportunity to meet the workshop tutors and find out more about the workshops, as well as find out more about other local art groups in Brisbane. Please see below workshops available during the festival: - Drawing to See with Dr Kay Kane - Abstract Acrylic - Artist Studio Tour with Beverley Tainton *RQAS Members Only* - Tutored Life Drawing with Scott Breton - Everyday Sketchbooks with Deb Mostert - Introduction to En Plein Air: Painting in the landscape with Richard Blundell - Watercolour Wonder: Embrace the Joy of Splash, Splatter and Surprise with Annette Raff - Oil painting workshop with Isabella Allis - Don't Take that Photo! - Photography workshop with Colin Bushell - Easter Painting with Kathy Sullivan For more information on all workshops, the open day and to book tickets, visit Humanitix. For further details, please contact the Gallery at 07 336 71977 or email [email protected]. You can also follow @Petrie_Terrace_Gallery on Instagram and rqasBris on Facebook. The Workshop Festival is supported by the Lord Mayor's Community Fund and Cr. Seal Chong Wah, Councillor for Paddington Ward. The Royal Queensland Art Society Brisbane Branch is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the RQAS website.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged 1-2 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged 1-2 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Zillmere Library craft group
Join us for a chat and cup of tea every Friday while working on your own craft project. Please bring your own craft materials. New members welcome.
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.
Senses alive: see, hear, touch nature
Bookings essential. Come and bring your senses to life. See the trees, hear the birds, touch the leaves and breathe in the fresh air. Come along to hear some stories and songs about the senses, engage in some creative activities that explore the textures of the park and play some games that will get everyone feeling active and healthy. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 3-8 years .
Little Explorers: Bug Detectives (5 years+)
Meet some of the Environment Centre’s resident insects and other mini-beasts at a fun bug show, then test out your detective skills on a short walk investigating bugs and their habitats. What will we find living nearby? Join this one-of-a-kind school holiday activity to discover fascinating facts about bugs and other mini-beasts and find out why these amazing animals are nature’s superheroes! On the day of the event: Arrive 10 minutes before starting time to check in with staff at the Environment Centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear sun-safe clothing and fully enclosed shoes. Bring insect repellent and sunscreen for later outdoor use if required, but please ensure you don't have any on your hands when meeting or touching our friendly bugs! Bring water and a snack if required as there are no food outlets on site.Note: This event will go ahead in light rain. Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
First 5 forever babies, books and rhymes
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies and toddlers aged 1-2 years. The First 5 Forever initiative is funded by the Queensland Government.
Clock Tower Tour
Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for toddlers aged 1-2 years. The First 5 Forever initiative is funded by the Queensland Government.
First 5 Forever children’s storytime
Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever Jarjum stories
Share in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories, songs, rhymes and interactive play activities. Ideal for children aged five years and younger.
Children’s storytime in the park - Dorrington Park, Ashgrove
Experience the magic of storytime with your child during a First 5 Forever storytime session in the park at the Pop-up Library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children from birth to five years and their parents or carers. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government. Location: Enchanted Forest playground (parking available off Frasers Road)
Children’s storytime (Cantonese)
Experience the magic of storytime in Cantonese with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years.
Community crafters
If you would like to join us for a chat and a cuppa while working on your craft project, then this group could be for you. Please bring your own craft materials. New members welcome.
First 5 Forever children's storytime
Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
School Holidays: Tinker Table: Bee-Bots
Drop in for some hands-on experimenting with Bee-Bots. Learn basic programming skills while helping your Bee-Bot navigate and solve a maze. Ideal for all ages.
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.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child’s pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for toddlers aged 1-2 years. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes in the park
Meet other parents and babies for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year. Please bring a blanket to sit on, sun protection, and water. Please note that this event will take place in the library's meeting room, if the weather is unfavourable. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Free guided tour - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane’s Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors. Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size. Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre. Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Meet Intelino, the interactive smart train
Jump onboard Intelino, our innovative smart train! Enjoy this interactive event where you can program an Intelino train to navigate fun coding challenges. No prior programming experience required. Ideal for children aged 5-8 years. A BNEtechkids worskshop.
Make and create for kids
Enjoy free school holiday activities for children aged 4-8 years.
Junior run squad
Come and try running with fully accredited coaches. Learn techniques that will help you run stronger and smarter. These sessions focus on technique, speed, endurance and fun. All levels welcome. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the session. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 8-17 years.
Perfect Little Planet
Children will love this tour of the Solar System through the eyes of a family of aliens on vacation from another star system. Session concludes with a virtual tour of the Brisbane night sky.
Zine Street Fair on the Queen Street Mall
Come along to Zine Street Mall as a part of this years Youth week celebrations. Copy & Destroy Zine Library will be popping up to host a zine fair on the Main Stage of the Queen Street Mall. Pop in to check out some amazing zines by young, local zine artists.