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outdoor kids activities

Brisbane would have to be the best city in Australia for outdoor kids activities, with a superb climate and so many wide green open spaces. From super parks and great kids' playgrounds to water parks and swimming pools, bike rides and kid-friendly walks, where to see animals and outdoor movies, theme parks and fantastic outdoor adventures, our outdoor guide for kids has it covered.

Our comprehensive What's On For Kids in Brisbane section is always full of great ideas, too!

Sherwood Arboretum Nature Playground
Sherwood
Sherwood Arboretum Nature Playground
A state of the art nature-inspired play space has been added to the heritage-listed Sherwood Arboretum
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Loganholme
Alexander Clark Park
This fantastic park south of Brisbane features a massive 5 metre high koala play tower with a tunnel slide, firepole and climbing wall
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Nature at Play
Nature at Play
Nature at Play is the ultimate outdoor learning resource for families, carers and educators
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Bradbury Park
Kedron
Bradbury Park
A popular northside park has just been upgraded to include a unique playscape unlike any other in Brisbane
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Dig It Tamborine Mountain
Tamborine Mountain
Dig It
Kids get the chance to take the driver’s seat and operate their own mini-excavator at Australia's first park for kids
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary's Nocturnal Tours
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Nocturnal Tours
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Australia's nocturnal wildlife with a twilight or night time tour at Lone Pine
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Hanlon Park/ Bur'uda, Stones Corner
Stones Corner
Hanlon Park/ Bur'uda
An inner-city concrete jungle has been transformed into a vibrant urban oasis with the rejuvenation of Hanlon Park
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TopStroke Mini Golf Oxley
Oxley
TopStroke Mini Golf
A unique, professionally-designed 18-hole mini golf course that has recently opened at Oxley Golf Club
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Butterfly Hill, Rosemount, Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast
Butterfly Hill
Located just east of Nambour, Butterfly Hill offers visitors to the Sunshine Coast a spot to hang out amidst some of nature’s gorgeous aerial artists
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Golf Central BNE
Junior Golf Clinics
Golf Central BNE
Golf Central BNE is the perfect place for kids to learn, practice and have fun playing the game of golf
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Fig Tree Pocket
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Brisbane's Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket is a must do experience for tourists and locals alike
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John Scott Park, Samford
Samford
John Scott Park
This train-themed playground is part of the wider John Scott Park.
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White Ridge Farm, Elimbah, Moreton Bay region, Brisbane, South East Queensland, animal farm, llamas, alpacas, pony rides, birthday parties
Elimbah
White Ridge Farm
Spend a laid-back day feeding and cuddling farm animals at White Ridge Farm, Moreton Bay’s most popular animal farm attraction, with llamas, alpacas and
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Meadowbrook Golf Club, Mini Golf
Meadowbrook Mini Golf
Kids can hit the greens instead of their screens at Logan's first mini golf course in Meadowbrook
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TreeTop Challenge Juniors Zipline Adventure Park, Sunshine Coast
North Tamborine
TreeTop Challenge Juniors
Australia's largest zipline adventure park just for kids is set in lush rainforest right on Brisbane's doorstep
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Discover an array of animal farms and wildlife centres across SE Qld
around SE Queensland

Animal & Wildlife Experiences

Discover 14 amazing places to get up-close-and-personal with creatures great and small at local animal farms, wildlife parks & centres across
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

Jazz legend Herbie Hancock is coming to QPAC for one-night-only
Oct 17
Sydney Dance Company

Sydney Dance Company

Australia's leading contemporary dance company returns to Brisbane
Oct 17-19
Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

Discover this northside art trail over 2 art-filled weekends
October 19-20, October 26-27
Halloween Ghost Train

Halloween Ghost Train

All aboard the Halloween Ghost Train for a spooktacular journey
Oct 26
Hans: Disco Spektakulär

Hans: Disco Spektakulär

Cabaret superstar Hans is bringing his sensational show to Brisbane
Nov 7-10
Concierto, Paul Grabowsky, QPAC

Concierto

Experience an evening of musical brilliance with Paul Grabowsky
Nov 9
Camerata & Davide Monti: Baroque Labyrinth

Camerata & Davide Monti: Baroque Labyrinth

Italian violin virtuoso Davide Monti joins Camerata in concert
Nov 13
Prof Alice Roberts - From Cell to Civilisation

Prof Alice Roberts - From Cell to Civilisation

A fascinating talk on humankind, genetics & archaeology
Nov 20
Twilight in the Vineyard

Twilight in the Vines

A magical summer experience set amongst the vineyards
Until Mar 31
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