Celebrate the most magical and popular of holiday traditions as Queensland Ballet presents The Nutcracker.
The festive favourite returns for its eleventh year to captivate Queensland audiences once again with a dazzling winter wonderland where anything is possible. Fireplaces crackle, snowflakes flutter, and enchanted toys come alive to frolic and play to delight families of all ages this Christmas season.
Share in our magic this Christmas as Queensland Ballet presents its most cherished annual tradition for the whole family.
It’s Christmas Eve and when the clock strikes twelve, nothing is as it seems! Follow Clara and the Nutcracker Prince as they journey across a Lemonade Sea to the Kingdom of Sweets, for a midnight rendezvous of delectable delights and mesmerizing entertainment. Featuring all the character favourites: the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Mouse King, Drosselmeyer, and more, this is ballet magic at its best.
Steeped in history, the original Russian classic version of The Nutcracker was first presented in 1892. Queensland Ballet’s production was choreographed by renowned choreographer Ben Stevenson OBE in 1976, and premiered for Brisbane audiences in 2013 – Artistic Director Li Cunxin’s inaugural year with the company.
Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are coming back to Brisbane for a return season of Bluey’s Big Play after performing all over North America! This is Bluey’s Big Play, For Real Life.
When Dad feels like a little bit of Sunday afternoon time out, Bluey and Bingo have other plans! Join them as they pull out all of the games and cleverness at their disposal to get Dad off that bean bag.
Bluey’s Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series, with an original story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, and music by Bluey composer, Joff Bush.
Join the Heelers in their first live theatre show created just for you, featuring brilliantly created puppets. This is Bluey as you’ve never seen it before, brought to real life.
Family Tickets Available.
An Interactive Magic Spectacular
Experience the world’s first interactive magic spectacular – Metaverse of Magic. Bringing together the most renowned magicians from around the globe, this game‑changing theatrical epic combines breathtaking illusions, stunning stagecraft and cutting‑edge technology in an astounding extravaganza that has something for everyone.
“Captivating. A must-see production.” Stage Whispers
By using your personal smart device, you’ll have the unique opportunity to actively take part in the performance. Joining forces with the incredible i‑Gen magician Lenoxx (Ash Hodgkinson aka Ash Magic) and the all‑knowing Game Master DIGI, you’ll embark on a thrilling quest to reveal the secrets of the four masters of illusion and strive to gain access to the prestigious Inner Realm. Level up, earn points and rewards, and ultimately unlock the secrets of all magic – past, present, and future!
Step into the mesmerising Metaverse of Magic to discover astonishing realms of futuristic possibilities where the power of imagination has no limits.
Family passes available.
Enter the magical world of Ballet Theatre Queensland’s new production of The Sleeping Beauty. Based on the Charles Perrault fairy tale about the triumph of good over evil, this beautiful ballet is set to the famous music of Tchaikovsky, played live by the Cadenza Chamber Players.
Magnificent sets and costumes will help transport audiences both young and old to the palace of Princess Aurora, where the six royal fairies, including the kindly Lilac Fairy and the wicked fairy Carabosse weave their magic.
On her 16th birthday, Princess Aurora pricks her finger on the thorn of a rose, falling under a spell cast by the wicked fairy Carabosse. After sleeping for 100 years, she is finally woken by a tender kiss from a handsome prince.
Staged by Artistic Director Clare Morehen, showcasing the talents of Queensland’s finest young dancers and the wonderful musicians of the Cadenza Chamber Players, The Sleeping Beauty will delight audiences of all ages.
Step into the enchanting world of once upon a time. From opulent carriages to sumptuous gowns, twisted woodlands to mystical mirrors, ‘Fairy Tales’ at GOMA explores centuries of beloved folk stories through art, design and film.
Exclusive to Brisbane, this exhibition brings together exceptional contemporary art, breathtaking costumes, immersive installations and stunning cinema from visual storytellers around the world to untangle themes of bravery and justice, loyalty and humility, cunning and aspiration.
A free curated film program screens alongside the exhibition in the Gallery’s Australian Cinémathèque with ongoing screenings of Jim Henson’s The Story Teller television series throughout the season.
Jim Henson’s beloved television series The StoryTeller 1987 will screen daily as part of the ‘Fairy Tales’ film program. Told across nine separate episodes, this anthology series draws from several European fairy tales, many of which were first published by the Brothers Grimm. Bringing together a human cast with enchanting puppets developed by Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, these tales are rich with wonder, mystery and delight.
FREE Admission
Brisbane has a strong culture of artists using floral imagery to tell stories of this place. In a space reminiscent of a quintessential Queenslander house, Rearranged: Art of the Flower invites visitors to stroll through a lush collection of paintings, textiles, sculptures, ceramics and new media.
Commonly associated with domestic settings and still life compositions, flowers continue to be reimagined and evoke contemporary concerns. Rearranged beholds the beauty of this ever-popular subject and looks beyond to explore notions of place, memory and history. The exhibition illuminates diverse perspectives, always acknowledging that flowers have long been cared for by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities as an integral part of Country.
Journey through the house, out the back and into the garden, and revel in the beautiful blooms of Brisbane.
Kiddywinks Puppet Theatre has been performing Punch & Judy shows for over 20 years now. Presented by beloved local children's entertainer, Julia Baker, this very funny seaside-themed show appeals to both young and old. We invite the whole family to get in on the fun!
Encountering various characters from tickly Octopus to snappy Crocodile, Mr. Punch will need the help of the audience to avoid having his sausages stolen. Come and enjoy a traditional show with a modern twist. Julia's characters will have everyone laughing!
Free event.
Stomp, stomp, stomp on the ground, feel the earth shake as you make the sound! Aunty Sharron mirii Bell (as seen on "Playschool") presents her fun-filled live show, which encourages children to connect to Country and our native animals through song, dance, culture and storytelling.
0-8 Years.
Children's First Aid
This fun and interactive session is designed to give children the skills and knowledge to deal with an emergency.
The children will get to practice on real manikins, CPR and Defibrillator use, and managing some common medical emergencies.
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Jurassic World by Brickman - Queensland Museum
An adventure 6 million LEGO® bricks in the making.
Get ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, the blockbuster franchise from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, in the largest LEGO® brick exhibition in Australia.
Featuring large-scale dinosaurs, props, scenes and activities made from over 6 million LEGO® bricks. Relive the magic of beloved stories and characters from the Jurassic World franchise, as you embark on a thrilling journey across the Isla Nublar.
More than two years and 10,000 build hours have gone into the creation of Jurassic World by Brickman®, making it the biggest exhibition The Brickman team have ever created. This is a not-to-be-missed experience for kids and adults alike.
Jurassic World by Brickman® opens 8 December 2023 until 14 July 2024.
Be a Scientist! Ignite your imagination in SparkLab, an interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) space, ideal for 6 to 13 year olds!
Follow your curiosity and bring out your inner scientist as you question and wonder about the world around you.
Play and investigate your way through SparkLab, using many of the same skills that scientists, engineers and mathematicians use everyday.
Explore 40 interactive exhibits across three zones and discover the wonder of STEM in your everyday world! See live experiments at the Science Bar and get hands-on to create and solve challenges at the Maker Space.
The Cube is one of the world's largest interactive digital display systems. It's two storeys high, has 170m2 of high-definition screens, and includes 48 touch panels.
The space offers new and exciting learning opportunities for school groups, as we can use the responsive display screens to simulate environments, display data and interact with virtual objects. 30-minute interactive experiences include:
- Physics Observatory
- ChemWorld
- The Living Reef
- Code-A-Bot
State Library of Queensland - Holiday Fun Activities & Events
There’s adventure waiting for you these winter holidays at State Library. Discover an action-packed world full of imagination and exciting possibilities the whole family can enjoy. There will be a range of workshops and free activities for ages 0 to 12 years to entertain and inspire creativity.
Holiday fun discount: receive 10% off all in-store purchases at the Library Shop and Cafe during Holiday Fun. Mention Holiday Fun at checkout.
Booking required for Claymation creation and Culture weave workshops. Places are limited and tickets sell fast.
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Brisbane City Council's Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium opened in 1978. Located in the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha, the Planetarium is home to the Cosmic Skydome - a 12.5-metre-diameter projection dome. Visit the Planetarium to enjoy a show (including a tour of Brisbane's night sky), and tour the Display Zone. The Planetarium also includes an observatory, Galaxy Gift Shop and Sundial Courtyard. If you want to want to further your interest in the universe, you can find useful links to discover more about astronomy. Stay up-to-date with the Planetarium by following our Facebook page.
Clay: Collected Ceramics - Museum of Brisbane
Clay: Collected Ceramics is a celebration of ceramics combining works from Museum of Brisbane’s Collection and Kylie Johnson’s personal collection. It is accompanied by Commune, a display of single pieces contributed by more than 300 makers responding to MoB’s largest community callout to date.
13 May–22 October 2023
Open daily 10:00am–5:00pm
Summer School Holidays Events - Museum of Brisbane
With a fun adventure available every single day of the week, there’s so much to see and do at MoB these Summer School Holidays.
Explore exciting exhibitions and events and creative workshops.
Saturday 9 December 2023 – Sunday 21 January 2024
10:00am – 5:00pm
Open daily
The Castle of Tarragindi | GOMA
In a fantastical new Children’s Art Centre project at the Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) until 14 July 2024, Australian artist Natalya Hughes brings to life her vision for a castle interior that has its roots in both Turin, Italy, and the Brisbane suburb of Tarragindi. The artist explains the project where children can let their imaginations run wild as they explore the surprising delights of grotesque design.
NIDA Open Home - Performing Arts School Holiday Programs
Kids of all ages will love the school holiday day camps on offer at NIDA. Creativity is encouraged as kids sing, dance, write, direct and act their way through all the workshops on offer. Children as young as 2 years old are welcome, with special creative play sessions on offer. Holiday programs for kids are held across two locations in Brisbane so find your closest one.
Fox in the Box [Escape Room for Adults, Kids & Teens]
Looking for an escape room for Children, Kids or Teens as well as for birthday parties and special celebrations, then we have the answer for you...an innovative, exciting and creative way for your Children, Kids and Teens to have fun together in an escape room. Whether it’s for a birthday party, special celebration or just a group get together, then try our child friendly escape rooms for something totally different….
Urban Xtreme School Holiday Program
Looking for some inspiration to keep your kids active and entertained during the school holidays in Brisbane? Whether you’re looking for some family fun or get the kids supervised for the day, we’ve got you covered!… Trade screen time for some XTREME time and keep the kids active at Urban Xtreme.
Things to do with Teenagers in Brisbane that Aren’t Lame!
If you are looking for things to do with teenagers in Brisbane, well then stop the search and look no further! We have complied the best list of teens activities and fun things for teens to do so that you can get back to the million other things we know you have to do as a parent.
Fox in the Box [Escape Room for Adults, Kids & Teens]
Looking for an escape room for Children, Kids or Teens as well as for birthday parties and special celebrations, then we have the answer for you...an innovative, exciting and creative way for your Children, Kids and Teens to have fun together in an escape room. Whether it’s for a birthday party, special celebration or just a group get together, then try our child friendly escape rooms for something totally different….
Summer School Holidays Events - Museum of Brisbane
With a fun adventure available every single day of the week, there’s so much to see and do at MoB these Summer School Holidays.
Explore exciting exhibitions and events and creative workshops.
Saturday 9 December 2023 – Sunday 21 January 2024
10:00am – 5:00pm
Open daily
Teen Screen Printing Workshop: Garden Creatures - Museum of Brisbane
Make your very own cool tote this summer with the return of our Teen Screen Printing Workshop. In this 2 hour workshop you’ll get all the skills you need to create a screen printed scene inspired by Rearranged: Art of the Flower. A fun opportunity to mix up mediums and make your very own masterpiece, don’t miss out on this teen workshop that’s bound to grow amazing new ideas. Want to make even more creations? You can even bring a t-shirt from home to make a matching look!
Friday 5 January, Wednesday 10 January, and Thursday 18 January 2024
2.30 pm - 4.30 pm
$25 per person plus booking fee
Where: The Studio, Level 3, City Hall
Ages 13-17
The Cube is one of the world's largest interactive digital display systems. It's two storeys high, has 170m2 of high-definition screens, and includes 48 touch panels.
The space offers new and exciting learning opportunities for school groups, as we can use the responsive display screens to simulate environments, display data and interact with virtual objects. 30-minute interactive experiences include:
- Physics Observatory
- ChemWorld
- The Living Reef
- Code-A-Bot
Fox in the Box [Escape Room for Adults, Kids & Teens]
Looking for an escape room for Children, Kids or Teens as well as for birthday parties and special celebrations, then we have the answer for you...an innovative, exciting and creative way for your Children, Kids and Teens to have fun together in an escape room. Whether it’s for a birthday party, special celebration or just a group get together, then try our child friendly escape rooms for something totally different….
Jurassic World by Brickman - Queensland Museum
An adventure 6 million LEGO® bricks in the making.
Get ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, the blockbuster franchise from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, in the largest LEGO® brick exhibition in Australia.
Featuring large-scale dinosaurs, props, scenes and activities made from over 6 million LEGO® bricks. Relive the magic of beloved stories and characters from the Jurassic World franchise, as you embark on a thrilling journey across the Isla Nublar.
More than two years and 10,000 build hours have gone into the creation of Jurassic World by Brickman®, making it the biggest exhibition The Brickman team have ever created. This is a not-to-be-missed experience for kids and adults alike.
Jurassic World by Brickman® opens 8 December 2023 until 14 July 2024.
Be a Scientist! Ignite your imagination in SparkLab, an interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) space, ideal for 6 to 13 year olds!
Follow your curiosity and bring out your inner scientist as you question and wonder about the world around you.
Play and investigate your way through SparkLab, using many of the same skills that scientists, engineers and mathematicians use everyday.
Explore 40 interactive exhibits across three zones and discover the wonder of STEM in your everyday world! See live experiments at the Science Bar and get hands-on to create and solve challenges at the Maker Space.
The Cube is one of the world's largest interactive digital display systems. It's two storeys high, has 170m2 of high-definition screens, and includes 48 touch panels.
The space offers new and exciting learning opportunities for school groups, as we can use the responsive display screens to simulate environments, display data and interact with virtual objects. 30-minute interactive experiences include:
- Physics Observatory
- ChemWorld
- The Living Reef
- Code-A-Bot
