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Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Monday, 4 May 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.

Clock Tower Tour
Monday, 4 May 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.

Zen Do Kai karate classes
Monday, 4 May 2026, 6:15 - 7:10pm

Zen Do Kai karate classes

Family oriented, reality based self-defence classes.

Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.

Bush Kindy: International Compost Awareness Week
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 10 - 10:45am

Bush Kindy: International Compost Awareness Week

Join us for a special Bush Kindy, celebrating International Compost Awareness Week. Bush Kindy is for children aged 3 - 5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as your children learn about wiggly worms and build a take-home miniature worm farm. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week. This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity please email us at DCBC@brisbane.qld.gov.au Requirements: Please arrive 10 minutes before starting time to check in at the environment centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes, sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack if required as there are no food outlets on site. Suitable messy play clothes recommended.Note: Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.

Bush Kindy
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 10 - 10:45am

Bush Kindy

Bush Kindy is for children aged 3 - 5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week. This activity is for the general public. If you are a day care or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, email KFDC@brisbane.qld.gov.au Requirements: Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent. Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play. Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site. ​​​​​​​Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.

Clock Tower Tour
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.

Children’s storytime in the park - Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 9:30 - 10am

Children’s storytime in the park - Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks

Experience the magic of storytime with your child during a First 5 Forever storytime session in the park at the Pop-up Library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children from birth to five years and their parents or carers. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

Bush Kindy: International Compost Awareness Week
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 10 - 10:45am

Bush Kindy: International Compost Awareness Week

Join us for a special Bush Kindy, celebrating International Compost Awareness Week. Bush Kindy is for children aged 3 - 5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as your children learn about wiggly worms and build a take-home miniature worm farm. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week. This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity please email us at KFDC@brisbane.qld.gov.au Requirements: Please arrive 10 minutes before starting time to check in at the environment centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes, sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack if required as there are no food outlets on site. Suitable messy play clothes recommended.Note: Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.

Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.

Clock Tower Tour
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.

Children’s storytime in the park - Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 10:30 - 11am

Children’s storytime in the park - Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks

Experience the magic of storytime with your child during a First 5 Forever storytime session in the park at the Pop-up Library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children from birth to five years and their parents or carers. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

Gathering: Georgia Llewellyn
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 12 - 1pm

Gathering: Georgia Llewellyn

Gathering presents Georgia Llewellyn.  Georgia Llewellyn (Corowa) may be best described as a musician who has achieved remarkable success as an artist based on Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island). Georgia's natural talents have led her around the world where she worked with some of the best in the industry. Her warm and gentle energy will capture your heart and soothe your soul.  Let Georgia be your guide through the conversation of song as she transports you into a world of melodic recitals and beautiful catastrophes.   Join us from 12noon-1pm for a free lunch time performance by Georgia Llewellyn.  This Gathering event is produced by Cre8tive Nations.

Seido Karate Classes for Adults & Teens
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 6:30 - 7:30pm

Seido Karate Classes for Adults & Teens

Our adult program offers classes at 6.30pm, three times a week (Monday, Wednesday & Thursday). Our adult program includes students as young as 10 through to students as mature as 80+! The adult syllabus starts from 15 years old, with students learning the junior (children’s) syllabus up until this age. Our classes are suitable for beginners through to advanced students. On Monday and Thursday, an advanced class is run simultaneously for our green, brown and black belt students. Black belt classes are also run at 7.30pm on Monday and Thursday. Adults and teenagers learn discipline, focus, confidence, strength and humility as well as being active and having the opportunity to socialise, meet and work out with like-minded individuals of various ages, abilities and backgrounds.

Practical Wing Chun
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 6:30 - 7:30pm

Practical Wing Chun

Welcome to Practical Wing Chun! We are the martial arts school in Brisbane. Wing Chun is a Kungfu well known for its close quarters combat. It was designed for the street environment where aggression occurs more often.  Practical Wing Chun welcomes people of all ages, gender, race, religious beliefs, skill levels, and body types. We believe people of all walks of life should experience the benefits that martial arts offer.

Bush Kindy: International Compost Awareness Week
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 10 - 10:45am

Bush Kindy: International Compost Awareness Week

Join us for a special Bush Kindy, celebrating International Compost Awareness Week. Bush Kindy is for children aged 3 - 5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as your children learn about wiggly worms and build a take-home miniature worm farm. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week. This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity please email us at BWEC@brisbane.qld.gov.au Requirements: Please arrive 10 minutes before starting time to check in at the environment centre. All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes, sunscreen and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack if required as there are no food outlets on site. Suitable messy play clothes recommended.Note: Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.​​​​​

Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.

Clock Tower Tour
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.

Seido Karate Classes for Children
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 5:30 - 6:30pm

Seido Karate Classes for Children

Our children’s program has classes at 5.30pm, three times per week (Monday, Thursday & Friday). The majority of students in our children’s program are 6-12 years old, but we have some children start as young as 4 or 5 and some parents who join in the class with their child(ren). Our classes are suitable for beginners through to advanced students. On Monday and Thursday, an advanced class is run simultaneously for our advanced yellow, green, and brown belt students. Children learn discipline, focus, confidence, strength and humility as well as being active and learning to socialise and work with other children of various ages, abilities and backgrounds.

Zen Do Kai karate classes
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 6:15 - 7:10pm

Zen Do Kai karate classes

Family oriented, reality based self-defence classes.

Seido Karate Classes for Adults & Teens
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 6:30 - 7:30pm

Seido Karate Classes for Adults & Teens

Our adult program offers classes at 6.30pm, three times a week (Monday, Wednesday & Thursday). Our adult program includes students as young as 10 through to students as mature as 80+! The adult syllabus starts from 15 years old, with students learning the junior (children’s) syllabus up until this age. Our classes are suitable for beginners through to advanced students. On Monday and Thursday, an advanced class is run simultaneously for our green, brown and black belt students. Black belt classes are also run at 7.30pm on Monday and Thursday. Adults and teenagers learn discipline, focus, confidence, strength and humility as well as being active and having the opportunity to socialise, meet and work out with like-minded individuals of various ages, abilities and backgrounds.

Children’s storytime in the park - Dorrington Park, Ashgrove
Friday, 8 May 2026, 9:30 - 10:30am

Children’s storytime in the park - Dorrington Park, Ashgrove

Experience the magic of storytime with your child during a First 5 Forever storytime session in the park at the Pop-up Library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children from birth to five years and their parents or carers. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Friday, 8 May 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.

Bush Babies
Friday, 8 May 2026, 10am - 12pm

Bush Babies

Bring your little ones (aged 0–1) to Karawatha Forest and let them discover the magic of free play in nature. This relaxed, outdoor session introduces babies to the wonders of the bush while offering families a safe, welcoming space to connect with each other and their local reserve. Requirements: All babies must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult. Wear a wide-brimmed hat, sun-smart clothing, sunscreen, fully enclosed walking shoes, and insect repellent. Bring drinking water and a snack or picnic lunch, as no food outlets are available on site. Note: Event may be cancelled on the day due to weather or environmental conditions.

Clock Tower Tour
Friday, 8 May 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.

Children’s storytime in the park - Dorrington Park, Ashgrove
Friday, 8 May 2026, 10:30 - 11:30am

Children’s storytime in the park - Dorrington Park, Ashgrove

Experience the magic of storytime with your child during a First 5 Forever storytime session in the park at the Pop-up Library. This interactive session includes stories and songs for young children. Ideal for children from birth to five years and their parents or carers. First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

The Party - Tiny Stages Series
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 9am - 2:45pm

The Party - Tiny Stages Series

A whimsical show for infants and toddlers. Sweetie the Swamp Wallaby is getting ready for a big surprise, her joey is about to emerge from her pouch. Luckily, she has her friends Edna the Echidna and Maggie the Magpie to help her prepare. Come join the animals of the forest to get ready for The Party! “Very thoughtful and beautiful. We loved the sensory elements. Kept the children really engaged.” - Audience reaction. Cast: Mary Eggleston Aimee Gray Alison LambolePlaywright and Director: Alice Beaver Clapham Runt time: Approximately 45 minutes. Ages: This is a theatrical experience created for very young audiences, while older siblings are very welcome, please be aware that this is a space for infants and toddlers to safely enjoy. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, baby changing facilities provided onsite and in space. Pram parking available. Carer resources available. Find out more via the Backbone Theatre website.

Little Artist’s Eye Spy
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot. There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed. Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions. Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers. Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit the MoB website.

Perfect Little Planet
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 10:15 - 10:50am

Perfect Little Planet

Children will love this tour of the Solar System through the eyes of a family of aliens on vacation from another star system. Session concludes with a virtual tour of the Brisbane night sky. This show contains some sudden sound effects, fast moving scenes and flashing light sequences.

Clock Tower Tour
Saturday, 9 May 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane’s iconic Clock Tower. The Clock Tower Tour is a “must do” while in Brisbane! For many years, City Hall’s Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane’s tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of “taking a trip up the tower” happily continues at Museum of Brisbane. The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane’s oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia’s largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells! Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly. Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.