Spring School Holidays
Spring into the Past – Fun Heritage Adventures for Kids!
Puppet story time and live bug display
Classic stories told with the help of puppet bugs, followed by a live bug experience.
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Landsborough Museum | Wednesday 24 September, 10.00am-11.30am Wednesday 1 October, 10.00am-11.30am | Visit website to register. |
Free. Registration essential. Ages 3 to 8.
Dinosaur kingdom jumping castle
So what kid doesn’t think dinosaurs are cool? Dinosaur Kingdom brings the primeval world of the dinosaur to your backyard – in a super cool and fun way! With a great slide, plenty of room to bounce and inflatable interactive including baby dinos and dinosaur eggs inside, this is one awesome castle! Afterwards explore the museum exhibition and live bugs display. Ages 3 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Landsborough Museum | Thursday 25 September, 10.30am-2.30pm | No bookings required. |
Free. No bookings required. Ages 3 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Kids' Native Flower Wristband Workshop with Blak Botanics
Get ready for a fun and flowery adventure with Nadine McDonald-Dowd (Yuwi) from Blak Botanics! In this hands-on workshop, kids will create their very own wristbands using beautiful native flowers and plant fibres, while learning about the special plants that grow on Country. Guided by First Nations knowledge and gentle storytelling, little hands will explore nature, creativity, and culture in a safe and joyful space. All materials provided.
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Bankfoot House | Friday 26 September, 10.30am-12.00pm | Register |
Free. Registration essential. Ages 8 and over recommend or a parent will need to assist.
Pioneer Play - Gold Panning
Try your hand at panning for gold and exchange your finds with the banker for chocolate coins at the only remaining coach stop on Cobb and Co run between Brisbane and the Gympie gold fields.
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Bankfoot House | Saturday 27 September, 10.30am-11.30am | Register |
Free. Registration essential. Ages 5 and over.
Outdoor Movie The Lorax
Bring your favourite comfy camp chair, bean bag or blanket. And don’t miss the free popcorn!
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Bankfoot House | Friday 3 October, 5.30pm-7.30pm | Visit website to register. |
Free. Registration essential. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Insect mounting and pinning workshop
Traditionally reserved for high school students, an increasing number of younger students have taken up the challenge of learning how to start an insect collection. This workshop is suitable for students aged 10 and up. They will learn everything they need to know including how to collect, mount, label, preserve and present an insect collection.
As part of this workshop, students will be provided with a setting board, pins, mounting needles, labelling card, instruction booklet and an Australian butterfly and beetle/bug to mount.
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Landsborough Museum | Friday 3 October, 10.00am-11.15am | Visit website to register. |
$10 per person. Registration essential. Ages 10 and over. No refunds unless event cancelled. Hosted by Bugs Ed.
Pioneer Play - Butter Churning
Experience the satisfaction of churning and tasting your own creamy, delicious butter! You’ll get your hands dirty (the fun kind) using an old fashioned butter churn.
| Location | Date and time | Registration |
| Bankfoot House | Saturday 4 October, 10.30am-11.30am | Register |
Free. Registration essential. Ages 5 and over.
Museum Mystery Madness
Visit your local museum and discover exciting secrets about local history. Enjoy interactive games and activities for all ages.
| Location | Date and time |
| Region-wide | Visit the website for details. |
View the program and event terms and conditions.
Arts and Heritage Levy Funded.