School Holiday Activities & Programs in Brisbane: The Best for Winter

School holidays in Brisbane can be long if your kids have nothing to do. We all know that the "I'm bored" plight tends to come up a few days into the holiday season (sooner if you take their screens away).

Sure, we can try the only boring people get bored approach, or we can get them out of our hair, doing something active and keeping themselves busy and entertained with awesome school holiday activities in Brisbane. Bonus points if they learn a new skill or make some new friends!

When are the School Holidays in Queensland?

Mark your calendars, Queensland parents! The winter school holidays are from Saturday 28 June to Sunday 13 July 2025.

The Best School Holiday Activities & Programs in Brisbane

1. Bounce Into BOUNCE

Calling all thrill-seeking kids to the high-energy, gravity-defying fun of BOUNCE these school holidays.

This trampoline park and activity hub is an exhilarating haven for fun-seekers of all ages, with a dynamic atmosphere and diverse range of attractions tailored to maximize both fun and physical fitness across every age and skill level.

BOUNCE Holiday Camps are a super fun, healthy way to keep kids entertained and away from screens during the holidays. Each 3 hour BOUNCE camp includes 1.5 hours with a qualified coach, 30 minutes to refuel with a shared fruit platter and 1 hour of free time led by an awesome BOUNCE host.

Delivered in a safe environment, these sessions are the perfect opportunity for kids to meet new friends and try new skills.

Where:    BOUNCE Holiday Camps are available at Tingalpa and Burleigh Waters
When:     28th June – 13th July 2025
Cost:       $65 per day

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2. Speaking Schools Australasia

Speaking Schools Australasia offers an array of online holiday workshops designed to help children from Kindergarten to Year 9 enhance their speaking skills and boost their confidence. These workshops cater to various skill levels and focus on different areas of interest.

Speaking School Australasia online workshops are systematically arranged based on year group, skill level, and topic area, providing every student with an opportunity to excel. Emphasising the principle of "learning by doing", students are actively encouraged to participate and practice their speaking skills in a supportive atmosphere. It's a great option for those looking to learn from home during the holidays! 

Where:   Online
When:    During the winter school holidays
Cost:      Various depending on program type and length, see website for details.

3. Code Camp School Holiday Programs

Code Camp is an ideal solution to keep STEAM-loving kids engaged during the summer school holidays. Having educated over 100,000 Australian children, the camp offers a wide range of skills, from beginner to advanced coding camps, robotics, stop-motion animation, DJing, video production and so much more!

Tailored to suit various age groups and skill levels, and with more than 100 accessible locations across Australia as well as online options, Code Camp offers a perfect fit for every aspiring young coder and creative mind. More school holiday favourites are returning this season, including Minecraft Minis and Roblox Legends, Robotics Camp, Youtube Creators, and DJ Camp. Plus, check out their NEW Get Crafty programs!

Where:    All areas of Brisbane and Gold Coast
When:     During the winter school holidays
Cost:       Starting from $129 for online and $275 for in-person camps

 *Drop-off starts at 9 am and pick-up ends at 3:45 pm. Extended hours from 8 am until 5 pm are offered at selected venues

4. School Holiday Activities at the Museum of Brisbane

If you're looking for school holiday activities in Brisbane that cater to your child's creativity, imagination, and adventurous side, get ready to unlock a world of fun and excitement at the Museum of Brisbane.

The Museum of Brisbane is once again putting on a fantastic itinerary for school kids so they can warm up with some winter creativity! Get your flower power on in a space reminiscent of a quintessential Queenslander house, Rearranged: Art of the Flower allows you to stroll through a lush collection of paintings, textiles, sculptures, ceramics and new media. Get cosy with the Cosy Crochet Club every day of the school holidays. Inspired by Rearranged: Art of the Flower artist Millie Radovic, drop into The Studio where you’ll learn how to crochet your very own friendship bracelet. Become a detective for the day with a game of Little Artist’s Eye Spy and take in sweeping views of the city by booking a Clock Tower Tour.

Where:    Museum of Brisbane - 64 Adelaide St, Brisbane City
When:     During the winter school holidays
Cost:       Free and paid activities

5. Scientist for the Day at SparkLab

Step into SparkLab, the ultimate STEM playground for curious 6 to 13-year-olds! With 40 interactive exhibits across three exciting zones, SparkLab offers a hands-on adventure in science, technology, engineering, and maths.

Kids can play with electricity, explore planetary conditions, create colourful shadows, and dive into live science experiments. It's a place to ask big questions, test ideas, and let imagination soar while tackling fun challenges.

Discover the universe's secrets in SparkLab's dynamic space, designed to inspire and educate through active exploration and creative problem-solving.

Where:     Queensland Museum Kurilpa
When:      Daily sessions from 9.30 am to 4 pm
Cost:        Tickets from $13.50 per child; family tickets for $49

6. Hot Shots Holiday Camp at Pure Tennis Academy

The exciting summer school holidays program at Pure Tennis is designed for kids aged five to 12 and no experience is required.

Every day will include a new range of activities at the Ferny Hills Centre, with something to suit every attendee! There are so many other activities happening alongside tennis; including bocce, Jenga, soccer, baseball, gridiron and more. There are tennis and off-court games each morning and afternoon, and both morning and afternoon tea are provided. 

Half-day camps run from 9 am to 12 pm, and the full-day camps run from 9 am to 3 pm.

Where:   144 Samford Road, Ferny Hills
When:    30 June - 11 July 2025
Cost:      $65 for a half-day or $79 for a full day, additional $10 for early drop off (8 am)

7. Snow4Kids 

Who says Queensland kids can't have fun in the snow? Brisbane’s ultimate snow adventure, Snow4Kids returns these winter school holidays to Mt Gravatt Showgrounds.

Experience the best winter has to offer while being surrounded by tons of real, fresh snow. Build snowmen, throw snowballs at your siblings, feel the falling snow on your nose, meet the frosty characters and get chills in the snow pit!

Where:   Mt. Gravatt Showgrounds
When:    Daily, 28 June to 13 July 2025, 9 am - 4.30 pm
Cost:      $30 pp.

8. Explore Dinosaurs Unearthed

Calling all dinosaur fans for FREE school holiday activities in Brisbane! Dive into Dinosaurs Unearthed at Queensland Museum.

Discover the incredible creatures that once inhabited Queensland, from local dinosaurs to gigantic marine reptiles and massive megafauna. Marvel at the Australovenator, Queensland's own 'velociraptor,' and compare your size to the enormous Megalania, the largest lizard ever known.

Unearth the ancient wonders of Queensland through remarkable geological discoveries, advanced paleotechnology, and groundbreaking research by our museum scientists.

Where:    Queensland Museum Kurilpa
When:     On now, until 4 October 2025
Cost:       FREE

9. Sleep Under the Sharks at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium

Get ready for the ultimate sleepover under the sea and experience SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium after dark!

When the daytime crew heads home and the lights dim, the underwater world comes alive for Sleep Under the Sharks – a sleepover adventure of a lifetime that you have to see to believe! Imagine sleeping inside the Ocean Tunnel, with sharks and massive rays gliding above you, all while the aquarium is yours to explore – without the crowds. Before you drift off you'll be given a private behind-the-scenes tour and access to an exclusive seal presentation. 

Pack your PJs and your sense of advenure for a sleepover like no other. All meals and drinks, including afternoon tea, dinner and breakfast are provided. 

Where:    SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium, Parkyn Parade, Mooloolaba
When:     Friday 4 July 2025
Cost:       $130 pp

10. Asia Pacific Triennial Kids

Children can dive into their imagination with hands-on making and multimedia interactives, and gain insight into the experiences of others through drawing and video works by artists from India, Aotearoa New Zealand, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia/Palestine, Cambodia, and Timor-Leste. 

The Asia Pacific Triennial Kids exhibition will open up new worlds for curious young minds. 

Where:       QAGOMA, Stanley Place, South Brisbane
When:        On now until 13 July 2025
Cost:          FREE

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