Looking to explore beyond the 4017 area this winter school holiday season? While there’s plenty to enjoy in Sandgate, there are also exciting activities to experience outside the bayside suburb.
Here are a few options to consider that aren’t too far from home:
Step into the interactive theatrical haunting of Scaredy House at Metro Arts in West End from 19-29 June. Families can experience a game of slight frights and night lights for $25. Book at www.metroarts.com.au/event/scaredy-house
La Boite Theatre and The Little Red Co are hosting a Music Theatre Holiday Workshop from 24-27 June for students aged 12-18. The program includes singing, acting and dancing and is led by industry professionals. Bookings close 20 June. Sign up at laboite.com.au
Join Disney on Ice for a Road Trip Adventure at Brisbane Entertainment Centre in Boondall from June 27-30. Visit Moana in Motunui, travel to the Pride Lands with Simba and explore a whole new world with Aladdin. Book now at www.brisent.com.au/disney-on-ice-2024/
Roma Street Parklands hosts a free kids event, Playtopia, on school holidays. From 28 June to 5 July, children aged 5-12 can enjoy a variety of activities promoting creativity and social interaction. See visit.brisbane.qld.au/inspiration/playtopia
Urban Xtreme Ski and Adventure Sports in Hendra is the perfect place to keep kids active and entertained during the school holidays. They offer full-day programs, a week-long holiday camp and one-hour workshops like ninja training, trampoline and dodgeball, climbing, laser tag, skiing, and snowboarding. Voted Brisbane’s top spot for supervised school holiday fun, learn more at www.urban-xtreme.com.au
Celebrate Make Music Month at Pine Rivers Heritage Museum in Old Petrie Town from 22 June to 7 July. Enjoy the musical instrument petting zoo, craft activities and the new Wheelz Imaginarium. Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am to 3pm.
Don’t miss your last chance to see Jurassic World at the Queensland Museum before it closes on 14 July. Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught has used over six million LEGO bricks to create an amazing exhibition featuring dinosaurs, props and scenes from the blockbuster franchise. Visit www.museum.qld.gov.au
The Glowing Galactic Mini Golf Expedition at Albany Creek Village is set to take place from 1-5 July, offering participants an out-of-this-world adventure. Running from 10am to 2pm each day, this interstellar experience requires no booking. For more information visit Albany Creek Village on Facebook.
Northey Street City Farm is hosting the Earth Kids Holiday Program for children aged 6 to 12. The program aims to educate kids on nature, Indigenous culture, eco arts, bushcraft skills and permaculture principles and runs from 25-27 June, 9am to 3pm, at 16 Victoria Street, Windsor. Visit www.nscf.org.au/home/learn/youth-education/holiday-programs/
Kids Dig It! returns to the Abbey Museum these school holidays with Medieval Family Fun. From 24-28 June, families can enjoy a week of educational activities. Book an entry ticket then purchase additional activities like archery, an archaeological dig, and knights training. Visit abbeymuseum.com.au/event/kids-dig-it-medieval-family-fun-2024/
Play School Live in Concert is set to impress families with their latest show, Let’s Play Together, as they tour nearby locations from 20-30 June, including Wynnum, Kedron, The Gap, Morayfield and Coorparoo. For more information visit www.kidspromotions.com.au
Deamworld: And of course, for a BIG day out why not pack the bags and check out these discounted Dreamworld passes to help save you some cash!?
