This weekend offers some truly spectacular, once-a-year experiences for families. From getting gloriously messy at the Brisbane Festival of Colour (Holi) in Mount Gravatt to exploring the dinosaur skeletons after dark at A Night at the Museum, there is plenty of magic to be found. It is also your absolute last chance to play the artist-designed mini-golf course at the Powerhouse.
Brisbane Festival of Colour – Holi
28 February 2026 | Mount Gravatt Showgrounds, Mount Gravatt
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Get ready for a vibrant, messy, and joyous Saturday. Celebrate the traditional Indian festival of Holi with music, dancing, and the iconic throwing of coloured powders. It is a wonderfully inclusive, high-energy event that kids absolutely love (just make sure everyone wears an old white t-shirt!).
A Night at the Museum
27 February 2026 | Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane
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Have you ever wondered what happens in the museum after the doors close? Grab your torch and find out! This special Friday night event offers exclusive after-hours access to exhibits, hands-on activities, and a rare chance to explore the galleries in a thrilling, low-light atmosphere.
Lunar New Year Rooftop Party
28 February 2026 | Sunnybank Plaza – Cinema Rooftop, Sunnybank
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Sunnybank wraps up its Lunar New Year celebrations with a massive rooftop party. Expect a bustling evening filled with incredible Asian street food, traditional lion dances, cultural performances, and a festive atmosphere perfect for the whole family to enjoy together.
Swingers – The Art of Mini Golf
10 January – 1 March 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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Time is up! This is your final weekend to putt your way through this unique, artist-designed mini-golf course set up around the Powerhouse. It is a fantastic, interactive art experience that doubles as a fun, competitive game for the family.
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs: The Smurfs
28 February 2026 | Regent Park, Cannon Hill
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Pack a picnic rug and some snacks for a free movie under the stars. Regent Park is hosting a family-friendly screening of The Smurfs. Arrive early to grab a good spot on the grass and enjoy the community atmosphere before the film begins at sundown.
UQ Alumni Book Fair 2026
27 February – 1 March 2026 | UQ Centre – St Lucia Campus, St Lucia
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Build your home library on a budget! The famous UQ Book Fair is a treasure trove for families. Spend a few hours hunting through thousands of high-quality, pre-loved children’s books, educational materials, and young adult fiction at bargain prices.
Library STEAM & Museum Science Sessions
27 February – 1 March 2026 | Various Locations
Ignite your child’s curiosity with these free educational sessions:
- Little Sparks (Fri 27 Feb): The final day of the Museum’s play-based STEM program for 3-5 year olds. Info
- Family STEAM Morning (Sat 28 Feb): Science, tech, and art activities for families at Carina Library. Info
- STEAM Sundays (Sun 1 Mar): Weekend science fun at Indooroopilly Library. Info
First 5 Forever & Storytime in the Park
27 February 2026 | Various Locations
Friday morning is all about early literacy and outdoor fun for the littlest Brisbanites.
- Babies, Books and Rhymes: Held at Corinda, Wynnum, Annerley, Mt Gravatt, Kenmore, Stones Corner, Bracken Ridge, Sandgate, Carina, and Mitchelton libraries. Info
- Storytime in the Park: Enjoy fresh air and a good book at Dorrington Park, Ashgrove. Info
Vipoo Srivilasa: Express Yourself
Until 13 September 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), South Brisbane
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If you need an indoor, air-conditioned activity, the Children’s Art Centre at GOMA continues to host this delightful, interactive exhibition where kids can engage in creative, hands-on art-making centered around themes of joy and kindness.
This weekend is a brilliant mix of education and pure celebration. A Night at the Museum is an unforgettable way to kick off Friday evening, while Saturday is dominated by massive cultural parties with Holi on the southside and the Lunar New Year closing party in Sunnybank.