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| Event Diary |
Gold Coast, the mere mention of it brings a mental picture of festivals, carnivals and fast-paced fun. There is so much to see and do - how do you make up your mind? Just browse through our event calendar, that's how!
If you have an event you would like to list with Gold Coast Kids, we'd love to hear about it! We do not charge for listings on this page, however all events listed on Gold Coast Kids must be family-friendly.
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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| 4 & 5 April |
The Runaway Bay Baby Show
Girls - 4th April
Boys - 5th April
Age Group Judging: 0-6 months, 7-11 months, 1- 2 years, 3-5 years
Photo Competition: Bring along your favourite photo
Optional Novelty Categories in each Age Group: Personality, Brightest Eyes, Biggest Smile, Prince/Princess, Star of the day, Parent & Child Look-A-Like, Best Costume, Most Appealing, Champion.
Trophies & Prizes, Titans Wife Guest Judge
All entrants get a free Runaway Bay Shopping Village Gift Bag
Registration: 9.30am
Judging Commences: 10am
$30 Entry Fee + $3-$5 for each Novelty Sub-Category
Call Judy on 0412 860 961 or Amanda on 0439 777 477
All proceeds go to the Mother’s Milk Bank |
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Bunny Eggventures
Date/Duration: 4 - 5 April 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Hop in to The Workshops Rail Museum for the annual Bunny Eggventures event. Meet the Workshops Bunny, visit the baby animal farm, take a ride on the Workshops Express Miniature Train and enjoy the art and craft activities at the Eggsploration Station. Admission is FREE after general Museum entry.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
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Easter Saturday Family Fun Raceday at the Gold Coast Turf Club
Saturday April 11
Gates open 10:00am
Free kids entertainment from 10:00am – 3:00pm including:
- Giant wave slide
- Climbing wall
- Jumping Castle
- Face Painters
- Pony Rides
- Petting Zoo
- Mechanical Surfboard
- And a visit from the Easter Bunny
For further information visit www.goldcoastturf.com.au or phone (07) 5538 1599 |
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Toyland Express
Date/Duration: 11-26 April 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Take a fascinating journey through the toy box at the Toyland Express event. Activities include storytelling, wooden toy making, music workshops, puzzles, play in the Toy Box, the Little Engine that Can Miniature Train Ride, and a curatorial display of toy trains.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
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Teddy Bears Picnic
Date/Duration: 16 April 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: If you come down to the Museum this day your in for a big surprise! Bring along your favoritet Teddy Bear and join us for a picnic on the lawn. Children can also share a special Teddy Bear story with The Workshops Conductor Henry. Picnic hampers can be pre-booked from the Trackside Cafe with all pre-bookings receiving a special show bag.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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19 July |
Circus Train
Date/Duration: 20 June – 19 July 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Roll up for all the BIG LOUD FUN of the circus when The Workshops Rail Museum brings the Circus Train event to life. Event activities include Circus Performers, Circus Train Creation Station, Circus Train The Display, Circus Camp and Action Alley.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
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Circus Train
Date/Duration: 20 June – 19 July 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Roll up for all the BIG LOUD FUN of the circus when The Workshops Rail Museum brings the Circus Train event to life. Event activities include Circus Performers, Circus Train Creation Station, Circus Train The Display, Circus Camp and Action Alley.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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TBA |
Breastfeeding Awareness Week |
TBA |
ABA Conference |
TBA |
Hills International College's Annual School Fair |
TBA |
Canungra Show |
TBA |
Gold Coast Show |
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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| 12 Sept - 4 Oct |
The Great Train Robbery
Date/Duration: 12 September – 4 October 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Can you solve the mystery of The Great Train Robbery? Follow the clues, examine the evidence and decide for yourself who committed this daring crime. This new event at The Workshops Rail Museum includes the "Who Dunnit?" Investigation, parlour games in "The Hideout", dress-ups, Cops & Robbers creation station, Robbers on the Run Storytelling and the Mystery Movie Theatrette.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
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Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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The Great Train Robbery
Date/Duration: 12 September – 4 October 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Can you solve the mystery of The Great Train Robbery? Follow the clues, examine the evidence and decide for yourself who committed this daring crime. This new event at The Workshops Rail Museum includes the "Who Dunnit?" Investigation, parlour games in "The Hideout", dress-ups, Cops & Robbers creation station, Robbers on the Run Storytelling and the Mystery Movie Theatrette.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
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Queensland Model Railway Show
Date/Duration: 24 - 25 October 2009
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, North Ipswich Q 4305
Cost: Adults $18.50, Children $10.00, Concession $15.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $55.00
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Format: Family Event
Brief Description/other details: Discover the fascinating world of model railways at the train mecca of Queensland! Marvel at an impressive display of model railway layouts and trade displays and learn more about this hobby which has hundreds of thousands of followers worldwide. Admission is FREE after general Museum entry.
For all event enquiries, please contact The Workshops Rail Museum:
Ph: 07 3432 5100
Email: info@theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au
Web: www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au |
Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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The Workshops Rail Museum’s Santa Sunday: Meet Santa when he makes a very special stop at The Workshops Rail Museum before the Christmas season starts! Ho ho ho! Admission is FREE after general Museum entry.
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, Ipswich QLD 4305
Date/Duration: 30 November, 2008
Times: 9:30am to 5:00pm
Cost: Adults $1750, Children $10.00, Concession $14.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $50.00. |
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The Workshops Rail Museum Santa Sunday Steam Train: Get into the festive spirit on the Santa Sunday Steam Train! Includes a one and a half hour steam train journey around South East Queensland Country, departing from The Workshops Rail Museum platform. Additional charges apply and bookings are essential. Ticket price does not include Museum entry. Date/Duration: 30 November, 2008. Times: 9:30am to 5:00pm. Cost: Adult: $30.00 (Member $25.00), Concession: $27.00 (Member $22.00), Children: $23.00 (Member $18.00), Family (2A+2Ch): $94.00 (Member $77.00). |
30 Nov - 14 Dec |
The Workshops Rail Museum’s Christmas at The Workshops Rail Museum: Get into the Christmas spirit with festive art and craft activities at the Creation Station, write letters to Santa and play the part with dress-ups. Admission is FREE after general Museum entry.
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, Ipswich QLD 4305
Date/Duration: 30 November to 14 December 2008
Times: 9:30am to 5:00pm
Cost: Adults $1750, Children $10.00, Concession $14.50, Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $50.00. |
Your Event Date and Event Here : A short description of your event here - up to 100 words. Please note all events must be child or family friendly and should provide details of the location, cost, suitable ages and a contact telephone number.
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26 Dec -
26 Jan |
The Workshops Rail Museum’s Day Out with Thomas 2009: The Workshops Rail Museum’s signature annual event, Day Out with Thomas, will once again delight visitors of all ages. ‘Sir Topham Hatt, The Fat Controller’ and Thomas the Tank Engine himself will be visiting The Workshops Rail Museum. So come along and join in all the fun with storytelling and activities for all.
Venue: The Workshops Rail Museum, North Street, Ipswich QLD 4305
Date/Duration: 26 December 2008 – 26 January 2008
Times: 9:30am to 5:00pm
Cost: Entry charges apply. Please visit our website (www.theworkshops.qm.qld.gov.au) for details. |
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