64 Easter School Holiday Activities in Brisbane 2026

Explore interactive science activities and exhibits at the Queensland Museum during the school holidays.

Hands-on science and discovery programs at Queensland Museum South Bank. Dinosaurs, space, natural history and interactive exhibits.

Creative workshops and interactive art experiences for children at GOMA. Painting, sculpture and hands-on making activities.

Meet and cuddle koalas, hand-feed kangaroos and see platypus at the world famous Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Brisbane.

Interactive science exhibitions and holiday workshops covering technology, nature and hands-on experiments for kids.

Free self-guided family nature walks and holiday programs at Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens. Plant discovery trails and guided tours.

Marine animal shows, rides and educational programs at Sea World. Meet dolphins, penguins and polar bears with keeper talks.

Learn to code and build apps over school holidays. Beginner to advanced programs for kids aged 7-15 across Brisbane locations.

Creative performing arts workshops for children at Brisbane Powerhouse. Drama, dance, circus skills and creative writing sessions.

Indoor trampoline parks with freestyle jumping, dodgeball courts, slam dunk zones and ninja warrior courses for all ages.

Explore world-class modern and contemporary art exhibitions at GOMA. Free general entry with paid special exhibitions. Kids love the Watermall and interactive spaces.

Cobb+Co Museum is Queensland's museum of social history, featuring the largest collection of horse-drawn vehicles in Australia. Located in Toowoomba, it offers engaging exhibits on Queensland pioneers, wagons, and regional life. School holiday programs bring history to life with hands-on activities and demonstrations for kids.

Walk through the canopy of a subtropical rainforest on elevated boardwalks at Mount Tamborine Skywalk. The 1.5km loop winds through ancient strangler figs, palms, and ferns — a magical, accessible experience for all ages. Located in the Gold Coast hinterland, the skywalk also features a café and educational displays about the local ecosystem.

One of Australia's most iconic wildlife sanctuaries, Currumbin is home to kangaroos, koalas, crocodiles, and hundreds of native species. The famous Rainbow Lorikeet feeding session is a daily highlight. Families can hold a koala, hand-feed roos, watch wildlife shows, and explore the WILD RIDE adventure ride. Located on the Gold Coast.

Warner Bros. Movie World is the Gold Coast's action-packed movie theme park featuring DC superheroes, thrill rides, and family attractions. Meet Batman, Wonder Woman, and Bugs Bunny. Enjoy rides from the Junior Driving School for toddlers to DC Rivals HyperCoaster for teens. With live shows, parades, and character meet-and-greets, it's a full-day experience.

WhiteWater World is the Gold Coast's ultimate water theme park, part of the Dreamworld complex. Featuring wave pools, lazy rivers, mega water slides, and dedicated toddler splash zones, it's perfect for cooling off during Queensland's warm months. The Cave of Waves and The Wedgie are crowd favourites for older kids and teens.

Australia's biggest theme park, Dreamworld at Coomera on the Gold Coast offers over 40 rides and attractions. From the thrilling Giant Drop to the beloved Tiger Island sanctuary with Bengal tigers, plus DreamWorks characters and family rides — there's something for every age. School holiday events add special programming and character appearances.

Australia Zoo is Steve Irwin's legendary wildlife sanctuary in Beerwah, Sunshine Coast. Home to over 1,200 animals including crocodiles, wombats, cheetahs, and Australia's largest collection of reptiles. Watch the Wildlife Warriors show in the massive Crocoseum, hand-feed giraffes, and get up close with koalas and kangaroos. A must-do Queensland experience.

SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast (Underwater World) in Mooloolaba is an immersive aquarium experience featuring sharks, rays, sea turtles, and a stunning 80-metre underwater tunnel. Kids can discover Nemo and Dory in the coral reef display, learn about local dugongs, and catch daily diver presentations. One of Australia's most popular family aquariums.

The Museum of Brisbane celebrates the city's people, history, and culture through rotating exhibitions in the heritage Brisbane City Hall. Entry is free and exhibitions are family-friendly, exploring topics from Brisbane's Aboriginal history to modern city life. The building itself — with its iconic clock tower — is a highlight for curious kids.

South Bank Parklands is Brisbane's beloved riverside precinct, home to Streets Beach — Australia's only inner-city beach — a free lagoon pool, lush gardens, and 17 hectares of parklands. Families spend full days here swimming, playing on playgrounds, visiting the markets, and dining riverside. The cultural precinct is steps away, making it a hub for a family day out.

The Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium at Mt Coot-tha is one of Australia's largest and most advanced planetariums. Families can watch spectacular digital sky shows projected on a 12-metre domed screen, explore interactive astronomy exhibits, and stargaze through the observatory telescope on clear nights. A wonderful blend of science, wonder, and learning for all ages.

The State Library of Queensland at South Bank runs free and low-cost school holiday programs for children of all ages — from storytelling and craft for toddlers to digital literacy workshops for older kids. The library's young people's precinct, The Edge, offers maker spaces, coding workshops, and creative programs throughout the year.

The Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) at South Bank presents world-class performing arts for families every school holidays — from puppet theatre and circus for toddlers to musical theatre and comedy for teens. QPAC's free outdoor programming in the Cultural Forecourt adds extra activities for the whole family.

Zoomers Adventure Park at Bli Bli on the Sunshine Coast is a family fun park packed with activities — mini golf, go-karts, water slides, bumper boats, a giant jumping castle, and arcade games. With a café on site and affordable all-day passes, it's a popular choice for families visiting the Sunshine Coast who want a mix of activities in one location.

Thunderbird Park on Tamborine Mountain in the Gold Coast hinterland offers outdoor adventures for the whole family — flying foxes (zip lines), treetop ropes courses, abseiling, mountain biking, and chalets to stay overnight. Set in lush hinterland rainforest, it's a favourite for family getaways and school holiday adventures just an hour from Brisbane.

Aussie World is a beloved family theme park on the Sunshine Coast with a fun, uniquely Australian character. Featuring classic rides, the famous Ettamogah Pub, mini golf, mazes, train rides, and carnival games, it's a nostalgic and affordable day out for families. With free parking and all-inclusive ride wristbands, it's great value for young kids.

Springbrook National Park in the Gold Coast hinterland is home to the Natural Bridge — a spectacular rock arch formed by a waterfall and cave, lit by glowworms at night. The 1km loop walk through the ancient rainforest is accessible for children and leads to the iconic cave where thousands of glowworms shine in the dark. A truly magical free experience.

Crystal Castle and Shambhala Gardens near Byron Bay is a magical outdoor destination featuring giant crystals, enchanted gardens, Peace Pagodas, and resident peacocks. Families explore winding garden paths, meditate under the 6-metre crystal cave, and discover Buddha statues among lush subtropical foliage. A peaceful, wonder-filled day out in the Byron hinterland.

Hervey Bay is the Whale Watching Capital of the World, where humpback whales rest in the sheltered bay during their annual migration between July and November. Multiple licensed tour operators run morning and afternoon trips, and whale encounters are almost guaranteed — including breaching, tail slapping, and curious juveniles approaching the boat. A bucket-list family experience.

Elanda Point Canoe Company offers guided and self-guided kayaking and canoeing adventures on the calm, pristine waters of Lake Cootharaba and the Noosa Everglades near Noosa. Families paddle through ancient paperbark forests and the Southern Hemisphere's only true everglades, spotting wildlife including sea eagles, turtles, and pelicans. Suitable for children 5+.

Montville is a charming mountain village in the Sunshine Coast hinterland renowned for its galleries, artisan studios, cafes, and stunning hinterland views. Families stroll the main street discovering local artists, hand-made crafts, fudge shops, and toy stores. Free to explore, with paid experiences like painting workshops, glass-blowing, and pottery making also available.

The Granite Belt around Stanthorpe in southern Queensland is a unique cool-climate region offering apple picking, berry farms, cellar doors, and farm stays — perfect for families. During autumn, kids can pick apples and strawberries at working orchards. The region's high altitude makes it refreshingly cool in summer and offers snow-like frosts in winter — unusual for Queensland.

Brisbane Roar FC runs school holiday football clinics for children aged 5–16 across Brisbane, led by professional coaching staff. Programs focus on skill development, teamwork, and fun in a structured half-day or full-day format. Suited to all ability levels — from beginners to competitive players — and include Roar merchandise for participants.

Queensland Ballet offers immersive school holiday dance workshops for children aged 4 and up at their home base in West End. Programs include ballet foundations for young starters, contemporary dance, and themed creative movement workshops. Taught by professional QB dancers and educators, these sessions are a wonderful introduction to the performing arts.

Flip Out Brisbane is a massive indoor freestyle adventure park with trampolines, foam pits, ninja warrior courses, dodge ball, climbing walls, and airbag jump zones. Sessions are run in time blocks with dedicated areas for toddlers (Wee Flippers) and older kids and teens. Multiple Brisbane locations make it a popular choice for rainy-day school holiday fun.

iFLY Brisbane at Chermside lets kids and adults experience the thrill of skydiving in a safe, indoor vertical wind tunnel. Flyers float on a column of air at up to 200km/h — no experience needed. With professional instructors, a minimum age of 3 and weight limit of 136kg, it's accessible for the whole family. School holiday packages are available.

Laser Force in Brisbane's Fortitude Valley is one of Queensland's largest and most popular indoor laser tag arenas. Players suit up and battle across multiple levels of the darkened arena in team-based missions. Suitable for children 5+ and adults, with birthday party packages available. Combine with arcade games and prizes for a full afternoon of fun.

Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq at Westfield Chermside is a retro-futuristic entertainment venue with bowling, diner-style food, escape rooms, a massive arcade floor, laser tag, karaoke, and mini golf — all under one roof. The lavish 1970s circus-meets-retro-diner theming is Instagrammable and fun for the whole family, from toddlers to grandparents.

Cub Hub is an indoor play and cafe centre in South Brisbane designed for children up to 10 years old. Featuring soft play equipment, climbing structures, ball pits, a dedicated baby zone, and a well-stocked parent café, it's a favourite for rainy days and school holidays. With ample supervision zones and safe play structures, parents can relax while kids burn energy.

Come along and see our school in action! A comprehensive tour of the facilities and classrooms at Kimberley Park State School.

Join us for a fun-filled school holiday program all about dinosaurs! Participate in hands-on activities, explore our dinosaur exhibits, and learn about these ancient creatures.

Available autumn & spring 2026. Tour content repeated across all dates in a season. Selected Thursdays | 10:15am & 11:30am | 45 minutes

Available autumn & spring 2026. Tour content repeated across all dates in a season. Selected Thursdays | 10:15am & 11:30am | 45 minutes

Looking for Easter school holidays ideas? Bambino Workshops deliver pizza skills, Easter treats and plenty of giggles!

Spend the day at RSPCA Queensland helping shelter animals, get involved with hands-on activities that make an impact.

Get ready for a fun-filled Easter Edition: School Holiday Dance & Acro Workshop at Frontier Studios!

Join us for a fun, hands-on Bully Defence Workshop to boost confidence and safety! Book here: https://goo.gl/forms/O3OOf9GEIXOLrPDJ2

Come join us for a fun and free beginners line dancing class at Mt Gravatt - no experience needed, just bring your dancing shoes and a smile

Beginners Line Dancing class with Linda every Tuesday1-2 pm at 19 Gager Street, Sunnybank. Followed by Improvers Class from 2-4 pm.

FREE Beginners Line Dancing Class at Moorooka- This activity is kindly funded by BCC as part of Active & Healthy Program. All welcome.

Genesis Christian College presents... High School Musical!

Join artist Nancy Brown to customise a t-shirt with your very own unique design at the Living Museum of Logan.

Get to know the butterflies that visit Brisbane and the Botanic Gardens.

Looking for upcoming school holiday events in Brisbane? Step into Mad Hatter’s High Tea, a playful Easter Holiday High Tea experience.

Join us at Y School & Trade Centre Open Day for fun tours, cool demos, and all the insider info!

See how Compass Independent School could provide a creative, tailored and joyful school experience for your child or young person!

Come explore the future of education with us at Brisbane Independent School Open Day 2026 - it's more than just classrooms and textbooks!

Collect and decorate your free pot of authentic Gallipoli rosemary at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries these school holidays.

Government House, also known as Fernberg, is Queensland's premier heritage home and the working residence of the Queensland Governor.

Join us for STORYTIME - a fun and dynamic play session that starts the building of an important connection for both you and your child.

Join us for Circus Fun these school holidays!

Join us for an informative school tour at Ferny Grove State School to power your little one into Prep!

Get tickets on Humanitix - Brisbane hosted by Brisbane Bahá'í Community. Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Glenelg St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia. Friday 8th April 2022. Find event information.