Events Calendar

Scribbly-Doodah Kids - Free Art Activities

12 Apr 2026 Free fun for the whole family at HBRG's dedicated creative zone in the foyer!

Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, 166 Old Maryborough Road,  

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Exhibitions, Family Events, Free, School Holidays, Youth

Maryborough Story Trail Concept Designs

12 Apr 2026 This exhibition celebrates the creative process behind the Maryborough Story Trail, highlighting the artists’ interpretations and the pride the community holds for its rich heritage and industrious past.

The Story Bank, 331 Kent St, Maryborough 4650

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Family Events, School Holidays, Youth

Vipoo Srivilasa's 'Express Yourself' for kids & families

12 Apr 2026 Drop into HBRG to experience hands-on art-making activities inspired by artist Vipoo Srivilasa’s current QAGOMA Children’s Art Centre exhibition, Express Yourself.

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Family Events, Free, School Holidays, Youth

Outdoor Holiday Fun in Mary’s Garden

12 Apr 2026 Bring the whole family to Mary’s Garden for a variety of outdoor games, including giant Jenga and quoits, included with your admission to The Story Bank this school holiday!

The Story Bank, 331 Kent St, Maryborough 4650

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Family Events, School Holidays, Youth

School Holiday Crafts at The Story Bank

12 Apr 2026 Unleash your child’s creativity with self-guided craft activities included in your admission to The Story Bank this school holiday!

The Story Bank, 331 Kent St, Maryborough 4650

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Family Events, School Holidays, Youth

Emerging Creatives: Youth Art Showcase

12 Apr 2026 To celebrate Youth Week 2026, we’re excited to present a youth‑focused exhibition showcasing emerging creatives from across the Fraser Coast.

Gatakers Artspace Studio, 311 Kent Street, Maryborough 4650

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Culture, Exhibitions, Family Events, Free, School Holidays, Youth

Through My Lens - Photography Challenge

12 Apr 2026 Open to young people aged 12-25 across the Fraser Coast region, the competition will encourage participants to capture the theme “Life Where I Live”.

Tagged as: , Art, Children, Free, School Holidays, Youth

OzFish Tilapia Takedown - Free Community Fishing Event

12 Apr 2026 Get ready to cast a line at our upcoming Junior Tilapia Competition at Ululah Lagoon!

Ululah Lagoon, Cheapside Street, Maryborough 4650

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events , Free, School Holidays, Youth

Social Kayaking

12 Apr 2026 Enjoy a gentle 30 minute paddle upstream and 30 minutes back to Teddington Weir.

Teddington Weir, Weir Road, Teddington 4650

Tagged as: , Children, Free, School Holidays, Sports & Lifestyle, Youth

Phoebe Paradise: The Hunters

12 Apr 2026 Mural in the Hervey Bay Regional Gallery foyer by Phoebe Paradise, Halle Bryant and Matthew Graveson.

Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, 166 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba 4655

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Tagged as: , Art, Exhibitions, Free

Magic and Circus Show Spectacular at Maryborough City Hall

13 Apr 2026 Something MAGICAL is coming to Maryborough City Hall! Get ready for a 60-minute thrill ride of unbelievable magic, circus stunts, comedy, and high-energy fun that will leave the whole family cheering for more!

Maryborough City Hall, 255 Kent Street, Maryborough 4650

Tagged as: , Children, Family Events, Performance, School Holidays

Butchulla Survival Skills - Traditional Fishing Methods

13 Apr 2026 Connect to culture, Country and Sea at this hands-on Youth Week experience led by Butchulla Land and Sea Rangers.

Pialba Foreshore, Seafront Oval, Pialba 4655

Tagged as: , Children, Culture, Free, School Holidays, Talks & Info Sessions, Youth

Youth Fest

13 Apr 2026 Youth Fest is the Fraser Coast’s cornerstone Youth Week community event, delivered by Council’s Community Development team in partnership with local organisations, clubs and businesses.

All Abilities Park and Seafront Oval, Esplanade, Pialba 4655

Tagged as: , Children, Free, School Holidays, Youth

Othello - Screening

13 Apr 2026 Shakespeare’s epic story of manipulation, jealousy and toxic masculinity explores the darker side of power, rage and desire.

Brolga Theatre, 5 Walker Street, Maryborough 4650

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Tagged as: , Film

Anastasia Klose: World without End

14 Apr 2026 'World without End' explores intertwined ideas of ecological extinction and human mortality—and the tenacity of life to persevere beyond loss.

Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, 166 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba 4655

30 more dates

Tagged as: , Art, Culture, Exhibitions, Free

Artist In Residence: Josh McCall

14 Apr 2026 In celebration of Youth Week 2026, Artist In Residence, Josh McCall brings fresh energy to the traditional craft of quilting.

Gatakers Creative Space, 311 Kent Street, Maryborough 4650

17 more dates

Tagged as: , Art, Exhibitions, Free, Youth

Colin Reaney: objects in a situation

14 Apr 2026 'objects in a situation: /fabrications according to measured drawings/' brings together recent works spanning drawing, sculpture and spatial installation, coalescing in an exploration of global and personal concerns and an examination of ‘belonging’ in an interconnected world.

Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, 166 Old Maryborough Road, Pialba 4655

30 more dates

Tagged as: , Art, Culture, Exhibitions, Free