The Easter school holidays in Brisbane are jam-packed with great things to do for children of all ages. From theatre and shows, free activities, outdoor fun and family-friendly events, you'll find them all here on Must Do Brisbane's guide to 20 of the best boredom busters.
A hilarious, quirky and offbeat show that has enchanted audiences across the world, Fluff is about as good as it gets when it comes to children's theatre – a must see.
Head along to GOMA this Easter for 3 great things to do: Yayoi Kusama's The Obliteration Room, Journey to Fantastic Lands and a Michael Parekowhai drawing activity.
A unique chance to work with the talented actors behind Harvest Rain and be part of a live stage production, this fun week-long workshop is for 10-15 year olds who love singing, dancing and acting.
Visit Brisbane's first virtual theme park (inside Garden City) for one of 80 wild roller coaster rides – through snow, haunted mansions, deserts and jungles in air-con comfort.
This whimsical treat for children by acclaimed circus company Circa brings animal kingdom magic to the stage in a breath-taking acrobatic and aerial extravaganza.
Take a trip back in time at this fascinating and unique time capsule of Australia's past – a whole mini township of preserved colonial shops and houses, just off the road to the Gold Coast.
The ultimate school holiday boredom buster, Laserzone boasts Brisbane's best indoor laser tag circuit, dodgem cars, video and arcade games galore and a jungle adventure for young ones.
Brisbane's favourite youth circus group is back on stage at The Judy, this Easter, with this captivating family friendly show of amazing aerials, juggling, the German wheel and more.
Get set for an outdoor adventure like no other – a graded series of high ropes courses through the bush, featuring 120m long flying foxes, tarzan ropes, tightropes, suspended rope ladders and more.
A raw and brutal yet funny coming of age play about what it means to be young in Australia today, this collaboration between Sydney's Belvoir and Brisbane's La Boite is a must see for youth audiences.
An absolutely charming show that will delight young and old, Balloonacy is a poignant and funny Charlie-Chaplin-esque piece of theatre about the power of friendship to change lives.
Get along to the 19th century fortress for some cannon firing on Easter Sunday and join in the fun themed activities Raiders of the Lost Fort and Holding the Fort during the holiday weeks.
Brisbane and surrounds are blessed with this collection of state of the art parks with all manner of great amenities that are a day destination unto themselves and best of all they are all free to visit.
Speedsters and adrenaline junkies of all ages can experience the thrill of whizzing around the track in their own racing car.
It's all aboard the working vintage steam train at Roma St on Easter Sunday morning for a fun family ride of an hour throughout the suburbs of Brisbane.
The classic children's book has turned into a quirky and delightful movie in time for the school holidays, with a funny, charming tale that will keep children, parents and carers entertained.
The beloved story of beautiful young mermaid Ariel is brought to the Brisbane Arts Theatre stage in a charming show that is adapted from Disney's highly successful 2008 Broadway production.
Nature meets art in this enchanting discovery walk especially for children at Mt Coot-tha Botanical Gardens. Pick up a brochure from the info kiosk near the entrance and let the adventure begin.
Kenneth Branagh brings the classic tale of Cinderella into the 21st century with this lavish film that is a visual feast and one that inspires with its theme of being true to yourself in the face of tragedy.
This fabulous new exhibition at the Qld Museum takes visitors on a journey back 145 million years to experience life on earth when dinosaurs ruled, with more than 20 life-size animated creatures.
When in the CBD or Roma St Parkland, take a detour to this fascinating free museum which chronicles the history of Qld policing, infamous crimes and a murder mystery to solve.
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