The Australia Day long weekend brings some massive family attractions to Brisbane. The world’s largest inflatable theme park, The Big Bounce, launches on Saturday, while Bluey’s World continues to draw crowds at Northshore. It is also the final weekend to catch the creative workshops at the Museum of Brisbane before they wrap up for the school holidays.
The Big Bounce
24 January – 1 February 2026 | Eagles Sports Complex, Mansfield
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Prepare for some serious airtime as the world’s largest inflatable theme park takes over Mansfield. Featuring massive ball pits, climbing towers, and a 300-metre long obstacle course, this is a high-energy day out suitable for toddlers, older kids, and even adults.
Bluey’s World
15 January – 15 March 2026 | Northshore Pavilion, Hamilton
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Brisbane’s most famous blue heeler welcomes families into her world. This immersive experience recreates the Heeler family home with impressive detail, offering interactive games, photo opportunities, and a chance to play in the backyard just like in the show.
Puppy Yoga
24 & 25 January 2026 | Paddington & Bulimba
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Combine relaxation with cuteness overload. These sessions guide you through a yoga class while adorable puppies roam the room for cuddles.
- 24 Jan: Yoga Bones, Paddington
- 25 Jan: The Centre of Dance, Bulimba
Story Bridge Adventure Climb
15 December 2025 – 23 January 2026 | Story Bridge Adventure Climb, Brisbane City
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It is the final day (Friday) to take advantage of the school holiday specials. brave the heights and take the family to the top of Brisbane’s iconic bridge for panoramic views of the city and river—a thrilling way to start the long weekend.
MoB Kids: Dazzle Discs
13 December 2025 – 26 January 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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Celebrate the sparkly city lights in this craft workshop. Kids can design and create their own light-reflecting “dazzle discs” to take home. This is the final weekend to catch this activity before it closes.
MoB Kids: Cut + Collect Badge Studio
5 – 26 January 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
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Another creative offering closing this weekend. Children can design their own badges using collage techniques, taking inspiration from the museum’s art collection to create a wearable masterpiece.
Backbone Theatre For Babies
23 January 2026 | Backbone Youth Arts, Seven Hills
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A gentle and engaging performance designed specifically for infants and their carers. This theatre experience uses sensory play, sound, and movement to captivate the youngest audience members in a safe and welcoming environment.
Holidays Kids Combo
15 December 2025 – 27 January 2026 | Pacific Golf Club, Carindale
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Pacific Golf Club continues its popular holiday combo deal. It’s a great way to get the kids outdoors for a round of mini-golf, with food and drink options making it an easy, low-stress outing for parents.
Children’s storytime in the park – Frew Park
23 January 2026 | Frew Park, Milton
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Head to the famous “arena” playground at Frew Park for a special outdoor storytime. It’s a free, relaxed morning of stories and songs, followed by plenty of time to run around on the massive concrete play structures.
STEAM Sundays
25 January 2026 | Indooroopilly Library, Indooroopilly
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Keep the brain ticking over with this Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths workshop. Suitable for school-aged kids, this Sunday session offers fun challenges that encourage problem-solving and creativity.
First 5 Forever children’s storytime
23 January 2026 | Carina Library, Carina
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A classic library storytime session designed to foster a love of reading in children under five. Expect rhymes, songs, and picture books in a cool, air-conditioned setting—perfect for escaping the January humidity.
With the school year fast approaching, this Australia Day long weekend serves as the ultimate summer finale for Brisbane families. It is the perfect time to burn off that boundless holiday energy at The Big Bounce or soak up some culture at the Museum of Brisbane before their seasonal workshops wrap up. Whether you are seeking adrenaline-pumping fun or a gentle start to the year with puppy yoga, be sure to lock in your tickets early to end the holidays on a high note.
