No bunny does school holidays better!
Welcome to the sweetest school holidays of the year!
Easter is almost here, bringing chocolatey surprises and cooler autumn days. Whether your kids are all about egg hunts and craft, or you’re simply hoping to keep them busy (and happy!) while you juggle work and life, this is the guide you’ll want bookmarked.
Our Easter School Holiday Guide is packed with fun things to do across southeast Queensland — Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast. From hands-on workshops, to holiday camps, shows and outdoor adventures, there are plenty of ideas to help you turn “I’m bored” into “best day ever”.
To make planning easy, we’ve split the guide into three editions: Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, so you can quickly find what’s happening near you and build a holiday plan that actually works for your family.
This is your SUNSHINE COAST edition! Enjoy! Simply click the covers below to view the other regions.
Easter school holiday activities for kids in
Easter school holiday activities for kids on the BRISBANE GOLD COAST
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Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
LITTLE LIFESAVERS SCHOOL
HOLIDAY PROGRAM
BRISBANE, BRIBIE ISLAND, REDCLIFFE, RABY BAY | APRIL 7 - APRIL 17
Keep kids active and learning vital water safety skills these school holidays with Surf Life Saving Queensland’s Little Lifesavers Program. Kids ages 5–12 will enjoy a range of fun water activities, beach games and basic rescue skills, designed to build confidence in and around the water. CLICK FOR MORE >>
FREE PUTT PUTT FUN
NOOSA CIVIC | APRIL 4 - APRIL 17
Putt the fun into the school holidays at Noosa Civic! Putt for fun or putt to win, Noosa Civic’s 9 hole circus-themed putt putt course opens Easter Saturday. Perfect for little players with big imaginations, or a challenge to master for the older ones! All ages welcome. Children must be supervised by an adult. No bookings required. CLICK FOR MORE >>
FUN FUN AND MORE FUN! SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT THE GINGER FACTORY
THE GINGER FACTORY | APRIL 7 - APRIL 17
Get ready for school holiday fun at The Ginger Factory! In Week 1 (7–11 April), Balloon Bonanza brings colourful balloon creations with Miss Donna. In Week 2 (13–17 April), Old Macdonald’s Farm petting zoo arrives with cuddly sheep, cheeky goats and plenty of farmyard charm.
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UNREAL AUTUMN ADVENTURE
AUSSIE WORLD | APRIL 4 - APRIL 19
School holidays just got even more exciting with an UNREAL Autumn Adventure packed full of rides, activities and family fun at Aussie World. Experience the thrill of your favourite rides, from family classics like Bug Run, Little Beaut Toot Toot and the Carousel, to bigger adventures across the park. There’s also an Easter Bunny Hunt happening across the park during the Easter weekend. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
TENNIS AND SPORTS CAMP
MATTHEW FLINDERS ANGLICAN COLLEGE
APRIL 8 - 15
Get ready for three days of action, laughter, and fun at The Tennis Hive’s Holiday Tennis & Sports Camp! Each day is packed with professional tennis coaching, multi-sports, and games including pickleball, basketball, soccer and dodgeball. Kids can also enjoy a sausage sizzle lunch and Slip n Slide & Movie in the afternoon. CLICK FOR MORE >>
HOLOGRAM ZOO DINOSAUR ADVENTURE
HOLOGRAM ZOO, NAMBOUR
APRIL 2 - APRIL 19
Experience a world 65 million years in the making with the Hologram Zoo Dinosaur Adventure. This revolutionary leap in entertainment technology transports you directly into the heart of the Cretaceous period, utilising holographic technology to create threedimensional prehistoric giants... CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
ADAPT WITH MOSES MBYE SCHOOL HOLIDAY CLINICS
NOOSA PIRATES & BEERWAH BULLDOGS
APRIL 7 - APRIL 15
ADAPT with Moses Mbye School Holiday Clinics offer local kids a fun, active day of sport, teamwork and confidence-building. Led by NRL player Moses Mbye and delivered with SunnyKids, the clinics combine structured activities with lessons on healthy habits and positive routines. CLICK FOR MORE >>
FREE SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT PELICAN WATERS SHOPPING
VILLAGE
PELICAN WATERS SHOPPING VILLAGE
APRIL 13 - APRIL 17, 10 AM - 1 PM
Enjoy free family fun these school holidays at Pelican Waters Shopping Village. Meet the Easter Bunny and receive free chocolates on 4 April, then return for hands-on wooden craft activities and tasty Dinosaur Dogs on 13, 15 and 17 April. Relaxed, drop-in activities for the family. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN WITH NOOSA COUNCIL
NOOSA COUNCIL VENUES | APRIL 4 - 19
Noosa Council venues are packed with fun these school holidays. Kids can enjoy storytelling and craft sessions
FREE EASTER EGG HUNT AND SUNCATCHER WORKSHOP
EUMUNDI SQUARE | APRIL 10 & 17
Celebrate the Easter school holidays at Eumundi Square with free family activities. Kids can hunt for
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN AT RUSH ADVENTURELAND
RUSH ADVENTURELAND | APRIL 3 - 19
Are you looking for things to do with the kids in the school holidays? Get ready to take the family on a
MINI CANVAS CREATIONS
CALOUNDRA SHOPPING CENTRE
APRIL 13 - APRIL 19
Let little artists get creative these school holidays at Caloundra Shopping Centre. From 13–19 April, kids
HOLIDAY TENNIS & SPORTS CAMP
Sausage sizzle lunch included Prizes & MVP awards! AGES 5-12
Professional tennis coaching + pickleball, basketball, soccer, dodgeball, Slip n Slide & afternoon movie
DATES
Three days of action, sport & fun in Buderim PRICING
Wk 1: 8–10 April
Wk 2: 13–15 April
8:30am – 3:00pm
Full Day: $70 | 3 Days: $210
Half Day: $50
Early Bird: $180 (by 31 Mar)
✅ PlayOn! Sports Vouchers accepted �� Matthew Flinders Anglican College, Buderim
https://thetennishive au/ holiday-camps/ Scan QR or visit website
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
FREE EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN
AT NOOSA FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE
NOOSA FAIR SHOPPING CENTRE
APRIL 13 - APRIL 17
Add a little magic to the school holidays at Noosa Fair Shopping Centre with free family entertainment. Meet the Easter Bunny on 4 April as he hops through the centre handing out chocolates, then enjoy the laughs and surprises of Magic Glen’s live shows on 13, 15 and 17 April. No bookings needed. CLICK FOR MORE >>
AERIALCATZ EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS
AERIALCATZ, BUDERIM | APRIL 8 - 17
Run away to the circus these school holidays with AerialCatz’ Aerial & Circus Workshops. Kids aged 5–15 can try acrobatics, aerial silks, trapeze, games and crafts in a fun, supportive environment. With full and half-day, fully supervised drop-off sessions available, it’s an action-packed way to keep kids active, learning new skills and having a great time. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
LITTLE SEED THEATRE COMPANY
THEATRE APRIL HOLIDAY
PROGRAMS
NOOSA, MAROOCHYDORE, CALOUNDRA, GYMPIE, BYRON BAY | APRIL 6 - APRIL 17
Join Little Seed Theatre Company for a week-long workshop where students stage a show and focus on the skills of Acting, Singing & Dance! Each week focuses on developing skills, building stage confidence and making friends while preparing an end of week showcase production. CLICK FOR MORE >>
EASTER OCEAN ADVENTURES
SEA LIFE SUNSHINE COAST
APRIL 3 - MAY 3
Dive into an ocean adventure these Easter holidays at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast. Explore sharks, jellyfish, seals and penguins, with interactive exhibits and daily keeper talks bringing marine life to life. Kids can upgrade to the Junior Marine Biologist program for a behind-the-scenes experience. A fun, day out for curious young ocean explorers. CLICK FOR MORE >>
HOP, SNAP & SMILE
MAROOCHYDORE HOMEMAKER CENTRE
MARCH 28 - 29 / APRIL 2 & 4
Hop into Maroochydore Homemaker for a sweet Easter photo experience with real bunny rabbits. Families can capture a 5×7 photo and digital copy with their floppyeared friends, with a $5 donation supporting Inclusive Kids. Running 28–29 March and 2 & 4 April from 10am–2pm, it’s a fun way to make Easter memories while supporting local children. CLICK FOR MORE >>
HYPT EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAY WORKSHOPS & VACATION CARE
HYPT BUDERIM | APRIL 7 - APRIL 17
Keep kids busy these Easter school holidays with HYPT’s fun-filled holiday workshops. From slime labs and pancake making to Hello Kitty, unicorn pamper parties and glow dance days, there’s something for every interest. The Braiding Bar is open daily, and fullday Vacation Care runs from 9am–3pm. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Multi-Storey Playground
Climbing Wall Arena
Hyper Bumper Cars
Toddler Zone
Ninja Course
High Ropes
VR Simulator Playgroup The Rush Coaster CAFE
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Sunshine Plaza Shopping Centre Precinct (opposite Woolworths) Maroochydore
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Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
RELAX &
FLOW:
YOGA FOR MUMS + KIDS YOGA EXPERIENCE
THE MEETING PLACE, KAWANA ISLAND
APRIL 18 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Enjoy a peaceful reset at this Mums & Kids Yoga afternoon at Kawana Island Meeting Place. While mums unwind with a gentle yoga and sound healing session, kids enjoy a playful yoga class with movement, breathing and mindful colouring in a nearby room. For ages 5–12. CLICK FOR MORE >>
PEREGIAN DIGITAL HUB EASTER HOLIDAY PROGRAM
PEREGIAN DIGITAL HUB | APRIL 7 - 17
Tech-loving kids can dive into creativity these Easter holidays with Peregian Digital Hub’s workshops. Designed for ages 8–17, the sessions include coding, digital design and emerging tech skills. Led by talented young creatives, these hands-on workshops are perfect for curious minds keen to learn, create and have fun. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
MEET THE EASTER BUNNY
KAWANA SHOPPINGWORLD
APRIL 2 & 4
Meet the Easter Bunny at Kawana Shoppingworld these school holidays as he roams the centre handing out chocolate eggs and spreading festive cheer. Visit on 2 April from 2–5pm or 4 April from 10am–2pm. This free, no-bookings-needed experience is a simple and fun way to add a little Easter magic to your day. CLICK FOR MORE >>
EASTER BUNNY AND SUPERHERO DISCO
SUNSHINE BEACH SURF CLUB | APRIL 14
Throughout the Easter long weekend, the Easter Bunny will visit the kids during dining hours (see website for times and days). PLUS on Tuesday 14 April there will be a kid’s Superhero and Villain Disco from 5pm. Featuring DJ Candy, this is a chance for the kids to get dressed up and dance the night away upstairs while you enjoy dinner and drinks downstairs. CLICK FOR MORE >>
BRISBANE Saturday, 23 May 2026 Nissan Arena
SUNSHINE COAST
Saturday, 25 July 2026 UniSC Arena
GOLD COAST
Saturday, 13 March 2027
Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium
Sunshine Coast Easter School Holiday Activities
MARY VALLEY RATTLER EASTER EXPRESS
HISTORIC GYMPIE STATION | APRIL 5
Bring the family for an Eggstacular day with an Easter Egg Hunt, treat the kids to some family fun with a journey aboard the Historic Mary Valley Rattler. The Mary Valley Rattler is one of Queensland’s most iconic heritage steam train experiences, capturing the region’s rich history and the beauty of the spectacular Mary Valley landscape. CLICK FOR MORE >>
EASTER SUNDAY RACES SUNSHINE COAST TURF CLUB | APRIL 5
Celebrate the Easter long weekend with a relaxed, sunshine-filled day out at the Easter Sunday Races this Sunday 5 April. Kids will love the FREE Easter Egg Hunt after Race 1, plus pony rides, inflatables, lawn games and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. With children under 18 entering free, it’s an easy win for families looking for school-holiday fun.
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Rest of SE QLD
SANCTUARY COVE INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW
SANCTUARY COVE MARINA | MAY 21 - 24
The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show showcases the best in boating, marine technology, luxury living and waterside entertainment. Experience hundreds of vessels on display, world-leading brands, innovation, fine food, and a festival atmosphere over the sparkling Sanctuary Cove Marina.
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DOIN’ IT FOR THE KIDS: A FAMILY HOLIDAY DEAL PARENTS WILL LOVE
PARADISE RESORT | UNTIL MARCH 31
Paradise Resort Gold Coast is famous for being Australia’s ultimate family resort, and their latest deal makes it even easier to enjoy a stress-free escape. For a limited time, families can enjoy a 3-night stay from just $899, with inclusions designed to take the pressure off parents and maximise the fun for kids.
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EASTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT TREVENA GLEN FARM
TREVENA GLEN FARM, MOUNT SAMSON
APRIL 7 - APRIL 18
Looking for amazing kids school holiday activities? Just 40 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!
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2026 IVORY’S ROCK SPARTAN TRIFECTA WEEKEND
IVORY ROCK, PEAK CROSSING
MAY 23 - 24
Spartan returns to Ivory’s Rock in Ipswich from 23–24 May 2026 for an epic obstacle racing weekend. Participants can tackle Sprint (5km), Super (10km) or Beast (21km) courses packed with obstacles. There’s also a Kids Race for ages 4–14, making it a thrilling challenge for the whole family. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Rest of SE QLD
THE GREAT BEACH ADVENTURE
KINGSTON BUTTER FACTORY CULTURAL
PRECINCT | APRIL 9 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Great Beach Adventure is a joyful, imaginationpowered escapade for children aged 3–10 and their grown-ups. With physical comedy, playful surprises, and heartwarming friendship, it’s the perfect summer holiday theatre treat that will have the whole family ready for their very own beach adventure! CLICK FOR MORE >>
OLAFUR ELIASSON: PRESENCE
GOMA | UNTIL JULY 12, 2026
Immerse yourself in ‘Olafur Eliasson: Presence’. Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson invites us on an expansive, multi-sensory journey that engages our sense of perception. See, feel and move through art in a whole new way. CLICK FOR MORE >>
Olafur Eliasson / Beauty 1993 / Purchased 2025. The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Charitable Trust / Collection: The Josephine Ulrick and Win Schubert Charitable Trust, QAGOMA / Photograph: Ela Bialkowska, OKNOstudio
PLAYTOPIA
ROMA STREET PARKLAND
APRIL 8 - 17
Playtopia returns to Roma Street Parkland these school holidays with plenty of creative outdoor fun for kids aged 5+. Drop in to build in Cardboard City and enjoy daily movement activities like dance and sports. Optional ticketed low-cost workshops add extra hands-on learning, making it a playful, imaginationfilled day out. CLICK FOR MORE >>
HISTORIC RIVERMILL – A MUST-DO THIS SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
HILSTORIC RIVERMILL, DAILY
At Historic Rivermill children can interact with horses, alpacas, turtles and goats, and enjoy their brand-new Mini & Me horse and pony rides, where parents ride side by side with their little ones. While the kids explore and connect with the animals, parents can relax with a coffee and take in the peaceful river views. CLICK FOR MORE >>
