School Holiday Activities in Brisbane: The Best for Spring 2024

School holidays in Brisbane can be long if your kids have nothing to do. We all know that the "I'm bored" plight tends to come up a few days into the holiday season (sooner if you take their screens away).

Sure, we can try the only boring people get bored approach, or we can get them out of our hair, doing something active and keeping themselves busy and entertained with awesome school holiday activities in Brisbane. Bonus points if they learn a new skill or make some new friends!

The Queensland spring school holidays are from 14 September – Sunday 29 September.

Here are our picks of the best spring school holiday activities in Brisbane.

School Holiday Activities in Brisbane: The Best for Spring 2024

1. Code Camp School Holiday Programs

Code Camp is an ideal solution to keep STEAM-loving kids engaged during the spring school holidays. Having educated over 100,000 Australian children, the camp offers a wide range of skills, from video editing for YouTube to the intricacies of developing a game based on "Jurassic World." It's a platform where kids can dive into the tech world, learning to build and craft their digital creations.

Tailored to suit various age groups and skill levels, and with more than 100 accessible locations across Australia as well as online options, Code Camp offers a perfect fit for every aspiring young coder and creative mind. Your favourites are also back this season, including Minecraft Engineers (for kids 7-12), Minecraft Minis (for kids 5-7), and Roblox Legends (for kids 7-10). Robotics Camp and Drone Camp are also running these holidays, offering the coolest few days of STEM learning and fun. 

Where:    All areas of Brisbane and Gold Coast
When:     Monday 16 September – Friday 27 September 2024 | 9:30 am – 3:30 pm*
Cost:       Starting from $129 for online and $275 for in-person camps

*Drop-off starts at 9 am and pick-up ends at 4 pm. Extended hours from 8 am until 5 pm are offered at selected venues.

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2. Bounce Into Monster Jump

 

For a bouncing-good time these school holidays in Brisbane, book your tickets for Monster Jump at Sandstone Point.

Monster Jump is a sprawling inflatable course packed with over 30 obstacles that will have you climbing, crawling, and bouncing to your heart's content. Get ready to leap over giant hurdles, squeeze through inflatable tunnels, and conquer towering slides—all in one epic circuit.

Monster Jump is designed for all ages - from tiny tots to grown-up kids at heart. The course is challenging enough for teens and adults but still super fun for the little ones, making it the perfect family day out.

Where:     Sandstone Point Hotel
When:      14 - 29 September 2024 | 9.30 am to 3.30 pm. Closing at 1.30 pm on 29 September
Cost:        $40 2-hour Pass (5 years to adult); $40 2-hour Toddler Tickets (under 5 years) One parent/caregiver is included; $10 more for an all-day upgrade

3. Speaking Schools Australasia

Speaking Schools Australasia offers an array of online holiday workshops designed to help children from Kindergarten to Year 9 enhance their speaking skills and boost their confidence. These workshops cater to various skill levels and focus on different areas of interest.

Speaking School Australasia online workshops are systematically arranged based on year group, skill level, and topic area, providing every student with an opportunity to excel. Emphasising the principle of "learning by doing", students are actively encouraged to participate and practice their speaking skills in a supportive atmosphere. It's a great option for those looking to learn from home during the holidays! 

Where:  Online
When:   During the spring school holidays
Cost:     Various depending on program type and length, see website for details 

4. School Holiday Activities at the Museum of Brisbane

Unlock a world of fun during these school holidays in Brisbane, as the Museum of Brisbane is once again putting on a fantastic itinerary for school kids. 

• Go on a special tour of the exhibition New Light: Photography Now + Then. Tailored exclusively for young, curious minds.
• For crafty teens, take an artist-led workshop with Izzy Heaton and learn how to make your very own teen zine.
• Remix the Alfred Elliott collection into a piece of wearable art in the Snip-Snap Badge Studio!
• Discover the art of photography in an exciting iPhone masterclass tailored for teens, led by the acclaimed artist Carl Warner
• Become a detective for the day with a fun game of Little Artist's Eye Spy.
• Take a ride up the famous Clock Tower and see the city sights.

Unlock a world of artistic adventure at the Museum of Brisbane (MoB) during these school holidays! MoB is set to become a playground of creativity and exploration for families. Dive into a diverse range of activities designed to spark the imaginations of children and teens alike.

Where:    Museum of Brisbane - 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City
When:     14 - 29 September 2024
Cost:       FREE

5. Family Fun at Redland Performing Arts Centre

Fun, fun, and more fun is coming to Redland Performing Arts Centre these school holidays!

Entertainment galore is on the agenda for families, starting with The Listies Make Some Noise! Plus, get ready to groove with The Beanies, stars of ABC Kids TV, as they bring their Big Beanie Boogie Show to life. For older families, don't miss the captivating blend of Irish dance and grand illusions in Celtic Illusion—a performance that will leave you spellbound.

There are also FREE art-making classes for all. No bookings are required—just bring your imagination! Plus, the Flipside Circus workshops are back with sessions for all ages and abilities.

Where:    2/16 Middle St, Cleveland 
When:     17 - 24 September 2024
Cost:       FREE and ticketed events

6. DinoFest Brisbane: Age of the Tyrannosaur

This one's for all the dino fans out there! Get ready to meet life-size walking dinosaurs like Triceratops, Stegosaurus, Tyrannosaurus, and Carnotaurus, plus some adorable baby dinosaurs. And don't miss a special VIP mystery guest making her first appearance at DinoFest!

Set in the beautiful Kalinga Park, DinoFest is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a picnic, visit the playground, or explore the scenic parklands.

Where:     Kalinga Park Playground, 164 Park Ave, Wooloowin 
When:      Sunday 15 - Sunday 29 September 2024
Cost:        $26.28 per child ticket, $28.38 per adult ticket

7. Scientist for the Day at SparkLab

Step into SparkLab, the ultimate STEM playground for curious 6 to 13-year-olds! With 40 interactive exhibits across three exciting zones, SparkLab offers a hands-on adventure in science, technology, engineering, and maths.

Kids can play with electricity, explore planetary conditions, create colourful shadows, and dive into live science experiments. It's a place to ask big questions, test ideas, and let imagination soar while tackling fun challenges.

Discover the universe's secrets in SparkLab's dynamic space, designed to inspire and educate through active exploration and creative problem-solving.

Where:     Queensland Museum Kurilpa
When:      Daily sessions from 9.30 am to 4 pm
Cost:        Tickets from $13 per child; family tickets for $47.50

8. Fancy Long Legs at La Boite Theatre

Based on a delightful new picture book by Brisbane's own tinsel and craft queen, Rachel Burke, Fancy Long Legs is set to dazzle kids and adults alike.

Join Fancy, a spider with a flair for creativity, as she embarks on a whimsical journey. Fancy loves making webs but sometimes gets distracted. With a little help from her spiderling friends, she discovers her unique style and creates something truly extraordinary.

This heartwarming tale takes a sparkly and relatable look at neurodivergence, offering a playful, glitter-covered adventure about acceptance, staying true to yourself, and finding friends who celebrate your differences.

Where:   La Boite Theatre
When:    12 - 22 September 2024
Cost:      From $29

9. Pure Tennis Academy Holiday Camp

The exciting spring school holidays program at Pure Tennis is designed for kids aged five to 12 and no experience is required.

Every day will include a new range of activities at the Ferny Hills Centre, with something to suit every attendee!

There are so many other activities happening alongside tennis; including bocce, Jenga, soccer, baseball, gridiron and more. There are tennis and off-court games each morning and afternoon, and both morning and afternoon tea are provided. 

Where:   144 Samford Road, Ferny Hills
When:    Week 1: 16 - 20 September
               Week 2: 23 - 27 September
Cost:      $49 for a half-day or $69 for a full day, additional $10 for early drop off (8 am)

10. Coast Club

Choose the Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast and send your kids off for a day that could include high ropes, surfing, archery, abseiling, canoeing, rock climbing or caving with Coast Club.

What's on Offer:

• Morning Adventure: Kick off the day with a three-hour session of aerial adventures and court sports, bodyboarding, rock climbing, or stand-up paddleboarding from 9 AM to 12 PM for just $36.25 per child.
• Full-Day Adventure: For the ultimate thrill-seekers, extend the fun with a full-day adventure from 9 AM to 3:30 PM at $77 per child, with activities ranging from abseiling and quick jumps to canoeing and surfing.

Where:   Various locations throughout the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast
When:    During the spring school holidays
Cost:      Morning adventures (3hrs) $36.25 pp | Full day adventures (6hrs) $77 pp.

11. Explore Dinosaurs Unearthed

Calling all dinosaur fans for FREE school holiday activities in Brisbane! Dive into Dinosaurs Unearthed at Queensland Museum.

Discover the incredible creatures that once inhabited Queensland, from local dinosaurs to gigantic marine reptiles and massive megafauna. Marvel at the Australovenator, Queensland's own 'velociraptor,' and compare your size to the enormous Megalania, the largest lizard ever known.

Unearth the ancient wonders of Queensland through remarkable geological discoveries, advanced paleotechnology, and groundbreaking research by our museum scientists.

Where:    Queensland Museum Kurilpa
When:     On now
Cost:       FREE

12. Circus Fun House

For school holiday activities in Brisbane that are anything but boring, roll up, roll up to the Circus Fun House!

Brace yourselves for a wild show with Ringmaster Francois and his squad of crazy circus buddies! This isn't your regular circus—it's an epic showdown of music, comedy, dance, and insane circus tricks that'll blow your mind. Get ready for a visual feast with jaw-dropping costumes, sky-high aerial stunts, heart-pounding acrobatics, and side-splitting comedy. And just wait until you see the next-level effects that'll transport you straight into the wacky world of the circus! 

Where:     Northshore Brisbane, 98 Bincote St, Hamilton
When:      90-minute shows during the Brisbane school holidays
Cost:        Tickets from $25

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