QLD School Summer Holidays are Almost Over!

Summer 2019-2020 school holidays (Saturday, 14 December 2019 — Monday, 27 January 2020) are almost over and your children’s “back to school” anxiety is something we know YOU, as a parent, is now dealing with. Well, what can we say: it’s that time of the year again!

So, we have put together a list of some tips on how you can still maximize the remaining holidays before getting ready for the big day. Here are some school holiday activities in Brisbane for having fun and building excitement & readiness without spending too much money:

5 FUN SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES FOR UNDER $10

1. Brisbane Tramway Museum | Ferny Grove

You can step back in time in Brisbane and ride a tram at the Tramway Museum as many times as your Brisbane Family would like. Set in a bush land setting, you can explore restored trams and other reminders of Brisbane’s tramway era. There are plenty of spots for picnics and souvenirs and drinks available. It is open Sundays from 12.30 – 4pm.

2. Queensland Maritime Museum | South Brisbane

You can discover historic vessels of all shapes and sizes at the Maritime Museum. It is located on the banks of the Brisbane River at South Bank. You can take a complimentary audio guided tour to make the most of your visit. The children will enjoy the big exhibits such as the warship Diamantina. It is open daily from 9.30am – 4.30pm.

3. Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium | Mt Coot-tha

If your little ones are interested in all things astronomical, then this is the place for them. You can view regular shows in the Cosmic Skydome which are projected onto the dome. These shows are recommended for different age groups, so check that detail when deciding which show to go to. There is also the Galaxy Gift Shop where you can buy all things cosmic. The Planetarium is open from Tuesday to Sunday.

4. Ipswich Art Gallery | Ipswich

Ipswich Art Gallery is Australia’s first permanent interactive children’s space designed for the under twelves. They are committed to delivering child-centred programs that you will not see anywhere else. They have different exhibitions that are VERY hands on for the children. This is not a place for the children to be directed by adults, it is a space for the children to really explore and self direct. The exhibits for the children range from free to around the $5.00 mark. They are open daily from 10am – 5pm.

5. Bricks n Fun |  Capalaba

If you have a Lego lover in your house, then this is the place for them. They have a Lego Buildroom where the kids can go for a 1 hour or 2 hour session. There is a massive variety of LEGO kits they can choose from and sit and build them. All of the instructions are included and there is something to suit all abilities. There are only 12 children allowed per session so there is plenty of room for the LEGO creations. There are also LEGO displays to look at and become inspired from. Sessions run from 10am each day until 4.00 or 5.00pm.

THEATRE & STAGE SHOWS FOR KIDS IN BRISBANE IN THE SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AND BEYOND

Wed 22 – Sat 25 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Jan Swan Lake Act !! & Graduation Ball

Corner Grey Street and Melbourne Street

South Bank, Queensland 4101 Australia

Two magical worlds collide in this exciting double bill presented for the first time in over 40 years by Ballet Theatre Queensland.

Wed 22 – Sat 25 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Jan Penn & Teller

Corner Grey Street and Melbourne Street

South Bank, Queensland 4101 Australia

Dubbed “the greatest performing duo in showbiz” by Jimmy Fallon, Penn & Teller have defied labels – and at times physics and good taste – by redefining the genre of magic and inventing their own very distinct niche in comedy.

Sat 25 Jan – Sat 11 Apr @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm The Twits | Petrie Terrace

Brisbane Arts Theatre, 210 Petrie Terrace

Brisbane, Queensland 4000 Australia

Bored with playing silly tricks on one another, the revolting and hideous Mr and Mrs Twit turn their attention to capturing and training a family of monkeys (the Mugglewumps) for a circus act, but the monkeys turn the tables on the Twits, with the aid of some helpful birds that convince the Twits the world has turned upside down.