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School holidays in full bloom! Welcome to the most idyllic school holidays of the year! Spring has officially arrived, and in Queensland, that means pure perfection — golden sunshine, crisp coastal breezes, and that glorious sweet spot of warm weather before the intense summer heat sets in. It’s the absolute best time to shake off the winter hibernation, pack a picnic, and get outdoors to explore with the family. Our Spring School Holiday Guide is bursting with ideas across Southeast Queensland — Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast, and the Gold Coast. From outdoor adventures and wildlife encounters, to the best shows and hands-on creative workshops, we’ve rounded up something for every kind of kid — the active explorers, the crafty creators, and the ones who just want an ice cream by the playground. To make planning effortless, we’ve split the guide into three regional editions: Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Sunshine Coast, so you can easily map out your holiday fun. This is your SUNSHINE COAST edition! Simply click the covers below to view the other regions.
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Sunshine Coast Spring School Holiday Activities
FINNEGAN THE FART DETECTIVE
THEATRE HOLIDAY PROGRAMS
THE EVENTS CENTRE, CALOUNDRA SEPTEMBER 24, 9:30AM | 11:30AM | 2PM Finnegan the Fart Detective is a hilariously immersive mystery for curious kids and adventurous families where sound takes centre stage. Slip on a pair of Silent Disco headphones and step inside the investigation, hearing every creak, squeak and suspicious splat in rich 3D audio. This fast-paced show delivers big laughs and clever surprises at every turn. CLICK FOR MORE >>
GOLD COAST, SUNSHINE COAST | SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 9 Calling all Prep – Grade 7 students! Join Little Seed Theatre Company for a week-long workshop creating a production and focusing on the skills of Acting, Singing & Dance! This is the perfect program for all budding young performers that want a week of theatrical fun. All experience levels welcome. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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SANDSTONE POINT HOTEL, BRIBIE ISLAND SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 5 Get ready for the ultimate outdoor adventure these school holidays as Monster Jump returns to Sandstone Point Hotel! This giant inflatable obstacle course is perfect for kids, teens and fun‑loving adults, offering hours of high‑energy action, laughter and unforgettable memories. CLICK FOR MORE >>
THE TENNIS HIVE, BUDERIM SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 1 Game On These School Holidays! Tennis & Multi Sports Camps with The Tennis Hive. Looking for a holiday program that ticks every box? Tennis Hive’sTennis & Multi Sports Camps are four days of non-stop fun, friends and fresh air – where kids swing racquets, chase balls, make new friends and go home happily worn out. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Spring School Holiday Activities
Escape to the ultimate family getaway, where comfort and adventure meet. Stay in a range of self-contained Cabins and Safari Tents or camp on our spacious sites. Enjoy the Monster Waterpark, heated pool, spa, and eco-friendly playground. Dine at Nibbles Café or the dog friendly The Fire Place, shoot hoops on the basketball court, or enjoy any of our other great indoor and outdoor activities. Fun, relaxation, and connection — all in one place! P: (07) 5514 4400 | E: stay@gcpark.com.au W W W.K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U | W W W.K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U W: goldcoastholidaypark.com.au
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WHAT ‘INCLUDED’ REALLY MEANS The biggest holiday stress usually isn’t the destination; it’s the constant drip-feed of daily extras once you arrive. Cruising flips that model completely by bundling your biggest line items together. Main meals are covered across main dining rooms, buffets, and casual bites, so feeding a family of four or five won’t blow your budget. Entertainment is built-in too, featuring live shows, pool deck parties, and movies under the stars. Even accommodation is locked in with your stateroom home base, eliminating the hassle of paying for separate hotels. Best of all, supervised kids’ programs replace the expensive day camps, entry fees, and activity hire you would normally budget for on land. You know the exact cost before leaving the driveway, making your getaway completely predictable.
WHY A CARNIVAL CRUISE IS THE ULTIMATE VALUE FAMILY HOLIDAY
If you’ve ever priced up a family holiday, you know the drill. Flights are one line item. Accommodation is another. Add three meals a day for the whole crew plus endless activity fees to keep the peace, and “relaxing” is the last word that comes to mind.
“With year-round sailings, you can escape whenever it fits your family calendar.”
A Carnival cruise quietly changes both the maths and the mood. With main meals, entertainment, kids’ clubs, and accommodation bundled into a single upfront price, parents can actually enjoy the holiday instead of keeping a running mental tab in the back of their minds. 6
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Spring School Holiday Feature SOMEWHERE NEW EVERY MORNING Part of the magic of cruising with kids is unpacking just once while the destinations come to you. Wake up in a new port—from Moreton Island to Airlie Beach or the South Pacific—explore for the day, and return in time for dinner without airport queues, luggage dragging, or repacking suitcases. With yearround sailings, you can escape whenever it fits your family calendar, choosing from shore excursions that range from laid-back beach trips to action-packed tours. NEXT-LEVEL FUN FOR EVERY AGE Carnival’s youth programs are built specifically for every stage to keep everyone entertained from morning to night. For the tiniest cruisers, the Turtles program offers parentaccompanied, expert-led play packed with arts, sensory fun, and gentle games, while toddlers can jump into high-energy Zumbini® dance classes. Storytime gets a major upgrade with Seuss at Sea, bringing beloved characters to life through interactive story sessions, character breakfasts* and the highspirited Seuss-a-palooza Parade dancing down the deck.
There’s fun for every age on board a Carnival cruise ACTION AND ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE CREW Older kids and teens have just as much to look forward to onboard. Creative sessions yield genuine fridge-worthy masterpieces, while Build-A-Bear Workshop at Sea* lets kids craft their own furry friends. Tweens and teens aged 12 to 14 get their own dedicated hangout spot at Circle “C”, complete with dance parties, games, and movie nights supervised by engaging counsellors. Outside the youth clubs, Carnival’s WaterWorks waterpark delivers heart-pumping waterslides for maximum excitement, alongside pools and Dive-In Movies under the stars. For parents wanting an evening to themselves, Night Owls offers supervised late-night parties for kids 11 and under for a small fee.
THE BOTTOM LINE A Carnival cruise is the rare holiday where the value genuinely works in your favour. Main meals, entertainment, accommodation, and kids’ clubs are all part of the deal. So skip the spreadsheet, pack the sunscreen and let the kids have fun while you actually get to relax. It’s time to play away on Carnival. *Charges apply.
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MEET SEA CREATURES AND REPTILES AT NOOSA FAIR
NOOSA FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE | SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 1 Kick off the school holidays with Ocean Life Education! Meet live animals and get inspired to love the ocean on Monday 21 September and Friday 25 September from 10am to 1pm. All activities are free, so bring the kids along and enjoy the fun these school holidays at Noosa Fair Shopping Centre! CLICK FOR MORE >>
FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT PELICAN WATERS SHOPPING VILLAGE
LOCATION | SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 2 Looking for something free and fun to do these school holidays? Join Pelican Waters Shopping Village for their popular Baby Animal Farm. Plus, take a photo with your favourite baby animal, share it to Pelican Waters Shopping Village’s Facebook page and go in the draw for a chance to win a $50 gift pack! CLICK FOR MORE >>
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SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT THE GINGER FACTORY
YANDINA | SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 2 Make room for more special memories at The Ginger Factory this September school holidays. Open 7 days a week with free entry, The Ginger Factory is packed with free experiences the whole family will love. Wander beneath the rainbow umbrellas, follow the Zog Trail, bounce along to see Bee-Trice the jumping castle and let the kids loose on the playground. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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You bring the family, we’ll bring the fun. When school’s out, adventure’s in with a Carnival cruise. With free kids clubs that keep them entertained, waterslides and splash parks for endless thrills, Seuss at Sea, plus all your main meals included – parents can actually relax, and kids get the school holidays of their dreams. 9 W W W.K I D S O N T H E C O A S T.C O M . A U | W W W.K I D S I N T H E C I T Y.C O M . A U
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GREASE THE MUSICAL
THE J THEATRE, NOOSA | SEPTEMBER 24-26 THE EVENTS CENTRE, CALOUNDRA | OCTOBER 2-4 GREASE is the word! The electrifying, smash-hit musical bursts onto the Sunshine Coast for a high-octane, strictly limited, season this September. So grab your poodle skirts, slick back your hair, and drive in to the ultimate feel-good musical that’ll have you dancing in your seat and singing all the way home! CLICK FOR MORE >>
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LITTLE LIFESAVERS
BRISBANE, BRIBIE ISLAND, REDCLIFFE, RABY BAY, GOLD COAST & SUNSHINE COAST | SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 4 Keep kids active, engaged and learning vital water safety skills these school holidays with Surf Life Saving Queensland’s Little Lifesavers Program. For ages: 5–12 years. Running in Queensland since 1993, Little Lifesavers is a fun and supportive introduction to surf lifesaving and lifelong water safety. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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ECO JELLYFISH LANTERN CRAFT
NOOSA CIVIC | SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 2 Join the Cheeky Monkey Club at Noosa Civic these school holidays and create a magical jellyfish lantern. Using upcycled fabrics and recycled materials, kids can design and decorate their own hanging lantern to take home. It’s fun, hands-on and inspires sustainable creativity! Monday 21 September to Friday 3 October 2026 (weekdays only). Drop in any time between 10am and 1pm CLICK FOR MORE >>
TINY HUMANS DANCING: UNDER THE SEA
THE SHED @ AUSSIE WORLD | SEPTEMBER 26 @ 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Dive into an underwater adventure as Tiny Humans Dancing returns to the Sunshine Coast with a huge Under the Sea kids rave party these school holidays! PLUS – keep the fun going with exclusive Aussie World theme park access from 1pm–4pm for only $25 per person. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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HYPT SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
SEA CREATURE RESCUE MISSION
HYPT, BUDERIM | SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 2 HYPT’s School Holiday Workshops are back to entertain the kids these September School Holidays. Workshops include: Slime Mad-Mess Day, Spa Retreat, Mermaid Magic & Unicorn Sparkle, Kids in the Kitchen, Spring Slime Lab, K-Pop Take Down Day, Braids & Beauty Pamper Party, Science Explosion, Hypt v Tilly Belle Day, Slime & Smoothie Mania, Glow Party and by appointment - Braiding Bar. CLICK FOR MORE >>
SEA LIFE, MOOLOOLABA SEPTEMBER 12 - OCTOBER 11 The Sea Creature Rescue Squad is a brand-new interactive event where you’ll discover how to protect some of the ocean’s most incredible – and endangered – animals. From sharks and turtles to seahorses and coral reefs, ocean life faces challenges every day. Now it’s your mission to step up, take action, and become part of the rescue squad. CLICK FOR MORE >>
FREE FLOWER CROWN AND MINI TERRARIUM WORKSHOPS
UNREAL RIDES & VIBES
EUMUNDI SQUARE | SEPTEMBER 25 & OCTOBER 2, @ 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM On Friday 25 September, join their Free Flower Crown Workshop to learn how to create a beautiful flower crown to take home. On Friday 2 October, take part in their Free Mini Terrarium Workshop and discover how to make your very own mini terrarium.
AUSSIE WORLD, PALMVIEW SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 4 Spring school holidays are about to get a whole lot more UNREAL, with Aussie World bringing together great rides, brand-new live entertainment, interactive family challenges and plenty of good vibes. There are more ways than ever to make some UNREAL family memories at Aussie World these spring school holidays.
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Learn to Swim Lessons
• FREE LESSONS FOR BABIES 3 TO 6 MONTHS • FREE SWIM ASSESSMENT
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SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN WITH NOOSA COUNCIL
RACKLEY SWIMMING SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
NOOSA COUNCIL VENUES SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 4 Noosa Council’s venues offer a range of fun activities to keep your children entertained over the school holidays, from learn to swim intensives and yoga to creative workshops with local artists and tech workshops at the digital hub, there’s something for everyone.
RACKLEY SWIMMING POOLS SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 2 The Rackley Swimming Holiday Program is a great opportunity for your kids to fast-track progress and boost your children’s swim skills in a short period. Runs for two weeks across the school holidays, with 30-minute lessons each day (Monday to Friday)
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BOAB OASIS AND PUMP TRACK OPENING
MONSTER MACHINE DAY
BOAB OASIS PARK, AURA | SEPTEMBER 19 After an unexpected weather-induced delay Aura are officially opening Boab Oasis Park and launching their very first pump track! The park is ready, the pump track is pumped, and there is a HUGE afternoon planned: Bring the bikes, scooters, skateboards and kids!
WHITELEY AVENUE, NIRIMBA SEPTEMBER 26 The big trucks and machines are rolling back into Aura for Monster Machine Day on Saturday 26 September 2026. Get up close with diggers and construction machinery, enjoy ride-on diggers and activities with Junior Tradies, food trucks, live music, kids entertainment and more.
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AUSFUNK KIDS CLUB
AUSFUNK CHEER & DANCE, KULUIN | SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 2 Ausfunk Kids Club Vacation Care runs through the Queensland school holidays on designated days. Book for a single day or a block of 5 for a reduced cost. Lots of activities on offer, including food-themed days, ball games,crafts, trampoline, movies, jumping castle, airtrack, chillout zone and more. CLICK FOR MORE >>
HOLOGRAM EXPERIENCE
HOLOGRAM ZOO, NAMBOUR SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 5 This school holiday, experience the Aquarium Hologram Experience! Dive into an underwater adventure featuring Atlantis, whales, dolphins, turtles, orcas, crocodiles and more. Guests can also experience the Africa Hologram Experience, a holographic safari filled with lions, elephants, giraffes, meerkats and amazing African animals. CLICK FOR MORE >>
WITTACORK DAIRY COTTAGES
Stay on a real working dairy farm! A picturesque dairy farm located just outside of Maleny. A true farm experience where guests can gain insight into the operation of a dairy, in addition to calf, pig and goat feeding, tractor and pony rides, and egg collecting.
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Stay in any of the four self-contained cottages set on the ridge overlooking Lake Baroon and the Kondalilla National Park. One complimentary pony ride per child per stay.
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AERIALCATZ SCHOOL HOLIDAY CIRCUS WORKSHOPS
AERIALCATZ, MAROOCHYDORE SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 2 These action-packed workshops for kids aged 5–15 combine fitness, creativity and adventure, with a mix of aerials, acrobatics, tumbling, balancing, circus games, and plenty of opportunities to try something new. With fresh activities throughout the day, kids will stay active, engaged and having fun. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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LIFEFLIGHT SUNSHINE COAST FAMILY FUN DAY
LIFEFLIGHT AEROMEDICAL HANGAR SUNSHINE COAST AIRPORT, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Bring the whole family along to explore the new LifeFlight Jocelyn Walker Visitor Experience and Education Centre, meet LifeFlight crews, enjoy interactive activities, face painting, a themed photo booth and more. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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MAKE, BELIEVE, MAGIC: THE WORLDS OF THE JIM HENSON COMPANY
QAGOMA, SOUTH BRISBANE SEPTEMBER 12, 2026 - APRIL 18, 2027 Celebrating 70 years of creativity and innovation, the exclusive-to-Brisbane exhibition ‘Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company’ will be an unprecedented exploration of world-building and imaginative storytelling. CLICK FOR MORE >>
KIDS TAKE OVER
HOTA | SEPTEMBER 14 - SEPTEMBER 26 You’re invited into a world of imagination where things are wonderfully strange and delightfully unexpected. Dive into a vibrant program of performances, free daily activities, immersive installations, and handson workshops at HOTA these school holidays. With something new to discover every day, one visit is never enough… well, not for a true adventurer! CLICK FOR MORE >>
CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: KOOZA
UNDER THE BIG TOP, EAGLE FARM AUGUST 1 - SEPTEMBER 27 KOOZA is Cirque du Soleil’s breathtaking return to classic circus artistry, blending nail‑biting acrobatics, bold slapstick comedy, and a vibrant world of characters that take audiences on an unforgettable journey of self‑discovery. A rare chance to see one of Cirque’s most beloved touring shows right here in Queensland. CLICK FOR MORE >> 18
SPRING HOLIDAYS AT TREVENA GLEN
TREVENA GLEN FARM, MOUNT SAMSON SEPTEMBER 19 - OCTOBER 3 Just over 30 minutes from central Brisbane, Trevena Glen Farm offers animal farm experiences with a huge range of kids activities. Enjoy Brisbane’s largest range of animals and the friendliest group of ponies you’ll meet! Open 6 days per week Monday to Saturday. So if you’re ready for an adventure, Trevena Glen is a must do farm experience. CLICK FOR MORE >>
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