The Foodie Academy Easter Adventure

15 April, 9.30am, Helensvale Library Join us for an egg-stra special Easter cooking adventure! Kids will get creative in the kitchen, making fruity flowers, chocolate balls, and bunny crackers - delicious fun for everyone! Classes are $15 each. Bookings are essential. https://www.facebook.com/share/1AG9ov1wRR/

Free petting zoo

16 & 17 April, 10am - 2pm, Beenleigh Marketplace, near Cotton On Petting Zoo with Old Macdonald's Farm! Get up close with adorable farm animals at our FREE Petting Zoo! Optional feed available for a small fee *No bookings needed – just walk in. Parental supervision required.

Free photos with the Easter Bunny

16, 17 and 19 April, Southport Park Shopping Centre The Easter Bunny is hopping into Southport Park! Hop by for FREE family photos taken on your own device —perfect for capturing those special moments with your loved ones!

Broadbeach Bricks Treasure Hunt

16 - 20 April, 10.30am - 2.30pm daily, Broadbeach Mall Broadbeach will transform into a LEGO® lover’s paradise as Broadbeach Bricks returns for its third annual celebration! This free, family-friendly event promises five days of creativity, hands-on fun, and intergalactic adventures during the school holidays. Families can take part in the FREE Broadbeach Bricks Treasure Hunt, held daily from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, where participants search for hidden codes in the precinct for a chance to win prizes. No bookings are required. Drop into the Information Desk at Broadbeach Mall Stage between 10.30am and 2pm to get started!

Giant Bubble Play Space, Currumbin

Thursday 17 April, 9.30 - 11am, Kropp Park, Currumbin Come and experience the enchanting world of bubbles, where you'll find an assortment of generously filled buckets brimming with giant bubble solution. Choose from a variety of large bubble wands or toddler-friendly ones and let your inner bubble artist soar as you indulge in the pure delight of play. This is a free event, no ticket is required More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/638623725546800

Globe Trotters Travel Cafe Easter Egg Hunt

Thursday 17 April, 9.30 - 11.30am, Globe Trotters Travel Cafe, Mudgeeraba Hop on over, don't be late, an egg-citing hunt awaits! Join us for crafts and Easter cheer, the best event of the year! Crafts start first, then the hunt's a go, for just $2, come join the show! Tickets required, bookings essential. https://www.facebook.com/share/1X1csL42at/

Meet the Easter Bunny at The Pines Elanora

Thursday 17 April and Saturday 19 April, 10am - 1pm, The Pines Elanora Don’t miss the Easter Bunny when he hops on into The Pines Elanora to visit with all his friends this Easter! Kids can say ‘Hi’, have a photo taken and enjoy a special chocolate treat! But hurry, E.B has a busy schedule so he can’t stick around for long.

Shake and Create: Easter Unleashed kids classes at QT Gold Coast

Thursday 17 April, 12 - 2pm, QT Gold Coast This Easter, we’re stirring up a little magic, sweet, swirled and sprinkled to perfection. Our Shake & Create Easter egg decorating classes invite little bunnies to dive into a world of chocolate-drenched egg decorating delight. With a festive-filled milkshake in one hand and a treasure trove of sweet treats in the other, your tiny chocolatiers will dazzle, dust and drizzle their way to an Easter masterpiece to take home! Hop to the lobby from 12pm till 2pm on: Friday 11th April Thursday 17th April Easter Saturday 19th April For only $30 per child, let the chocolate flow and imaginations run wild at QT Gold Coast these school holidays. Bookings: https://www.qthotels.com/gold-coast/offers/eat-drink/shake-and-create-easter-unleashed-kids-classes/

Kids Easter Magic Show at Burleigh Leagues

Thursday 17 April, Burleigh Leagues Club Hop along to Burleigh Leagues Club for an Eggstravaganza of family fun, delicious chocolate Easter eggs and cash! Here’s the line-up: 5:30 PM: Kids Magic Show with Magic Mike 6:30 PM: Danny Fai Fai on stage entertaining you with live music until 9:30 PM 7:00 PM: Raffle Draws – 40 prizes up for grabs, including Chocolate Easter Hampers, Seafood Vouchers, and Meat Trays

Westfield Helensvale Easter Disco

Thursday 17 April, 5.30 - 7.30pm, The Playground, Westfield Helensvale Are you ready for an egg-cellent night out? Our annual Easter Disco is back and bigger than ever. Our DJ will be playing all of your favourite tunes, so get ready to hop to the beat and show us your best dance moves. Plus, you can add the finishing touches to your outfit at our free face painting and glitter tattoo booths. No Easter Disco would be complete without sweet treats! Be sure to redeem your complimentary fairy floss and snow cone while you're visiting. The fun doesn't end there! We hear that there might even be a special appearance from everybody's favourite fuzzy friend... The Easter Bunny!

Easter in the Laneway, Cavill Lane

Friday 18, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April Cavill Lane, 3113 Surfers Paradise Blvd Surfers Paradise GOOD FRIDAY 18th April, 12.30 - 2pm LIVE & FREE Easter Magic Show by Matt Hollywood. This fun, family-friendly show is an AMAZING eggciting treat!! Doors open at 12pm, Level 1 at Illusions Magic Theatre. This event is suitable for children 6 years and older. Seats cannot be reserved and entry is on a first in first serve basis. Audiences are welcome to start lining up at the door from 11am. Venue capacity is 100ppl. EASTER SATURDAY 19th April Get ready for family-fun to funky live music classics. Enjoy Easter Bunny visits from 12-3pm, roving bunnies from 2:30-4:30pm EASTER SUNDAY 20th April Celebrate Easter in the Laneway with bunny visits and FREE face-painting from 12-3pm

Easter Food Night Markets

Friday 18 April, 3-8pm, Murwillumbah Showgrounds, Branding Rail HOP INTO THE FUN – EASTER FOOD NIGHT MARKETS! FREE ENTRY & FREE PARKING! Get ready for a night filled with delicious eats, shopping, and good vibes! Here's what's waiting for you: Food Trucks Galore – Burgers, tacos, and everything in between! Dessert Heaven – Sweet treats you won’t want to miss. Retail Stalls – Shop local and discover unique goodies. Live Music – Chill out with the soulful sounds of tba So grab your crew, bring the kids, and make it a night to remember!

Easter Bunny Meet & Greet at Beenleigh

Saturday 19 April, 11am - 1.30pm, Beenleigh Market Place Easter Bunny Meet & Greet! Hop in for a special visit from the Easter Bunny and receive a FREE Chocolate egg! Easter Bunny will be visiting centre wide! Saturday 12 & 19 April 11 - 11.30am 12 - 12.30pm 1 - 1.30pm

Easter at Southport Sharks

Saturday 19, Sunday 20, Monday 21 April, Southport Sharks Easter Saturday – 19 April Buffet Breakfast in Frenzy’s with Kids Eat Free, from 7:30AM to 10AM Dinner Buffet in Frenzy’s from 5:30PM Easter Sunday – 20 April Buffet Breakfast in Frenzy’s from 7:30AM to 10AM Easter-themed raffles from 12PM Dinner Buffet & Mad Hatter’s Easter Disco hosted by LOL Crew from 5PM – Face painting and balloons from 5PM to 8PM Easter Monday – 21 April Buffet Breakfast in Frenzy’s from 7:30AM to 10AM Dinner Buffet in Frenzy’s with Kids Eat Free, from 5:30PM Face painting and balloons from 5PM to 8PM Bookings essential

Easter Egg Hunt at HOTA

Saturday 19 April, 9am - 1pm, HOTA, Bundall Join the Easter Bunny on an epic treasure hunt where kids can collect up to 50 Easter eggs each - plus, stick around for our Easter Bingo where 5 lucky adventurers will have the chance to win a giant golden egg crafted by our talented culinary team. On the hunt, kids will create their own Easter baskets, follow a fun-filled map to different zones, and dive into exciting activities. Dress up as your favourite Alice in Wonderland character and get your face painted on the day. Egg Hunt (starts on the Café Terrace) - 9am-12.30pm, sessions every half hour, $10 per child, bookings essential Face painting (Lower Foyer, HOTA Central) - 9am-1pm BINGO: The Golden Egg (Theatre 1) - 11.30am FREE Movies in Theatre 1 - bookings essential: Hop (2011) (G) - 9.30am Alice in Wonderland (1951) (G)- 12pm

Easter Fun at Benowa Village

Saturday 19 April, 10am - 1pm, Benowa Village Shopping Centre Join the Easter fun at Benowa Village! Meet the Easter Bunny and Alice, and join in a free Easter basket craft workshop! No bookings required

Egg-cellent Easter Saturday at Pimpama Tavern

Saturday 19 April, 10am - 1pm, Pimpama Tavern Hop on down for an Egg-cellent Easter Saturday at the Pimpama Tavern Looking for a cracking good time this Easter? Bring the family for a day full of fun, food & festivities! Delicious Easter-inspired menu for the grown-ups Face painting 11:30am - 2:30pm free for all dining children Kids colouring competition with egg-citing prizes Lolly / Easter Egg scramble at 12:30pm for dining children Free mini Easter egg with every kids meal It's the perfect spot to relax while the little bunnies have a blast! Bookings recommended - we wouldn't want you to miss out on all the happiness!

Easter Egg Hunt at Strand Coolangatta

Saturday 19 April, 10am - 1pm, The Strand at Coolangatta Join The Strand’s Secret Garden Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 19 April from 10am – 1pm. Start your journey at the Secret Garden host desk located on Ground Floor near Boardriders to pick up your hunt card and take off on your exploration! Find all 8 eggs and return your card back to host desk for an extra treat! Why not build your Easter Basket ahead of time! Our Secret Garden craft on Saturday 19 April is a beautiful Wooden Easter Egg Basket Build your basket and hop along on your way!

Easter magic at Capri

Saturday 19 April, 10am - 1pm, Capri on Via Roma Join us for a magical Easter celebration! The Easter Bunny himself will be making a special appearance, spreading joy and surprises throughout the day. But that’s not all—meet Pickles, the adorable real-life bunny, who will be hopping around and adding an extra touch of magic to your Easter festivities. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable day filled with fun, laughter, and Easter magic at Capri!

Meet the Easter Bunny at Tweed Mall

Saturday 19 April, 10am - 1pm, Tweed Mall Find the Easter Bunny and Alice in Wonderland as they hand out chocolates and FREE Tweed Mall Cooler Bags. Be sure to check inside to see if you've won yourself a gift card, coffee voucher or exclusive store offers!