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Winter school holidays in Moreton Bay hit differently. Gone is the heat, the crowds, and the chaos of summer. The temperature cools, but never too much. Some might say, it’s just right. Sunrises are epic, sunsets even more so, and the Humpback Highway becomes a traffic jam like no other.
From the coast to the hinterland, Moreton Bay is packed with activities to keep the kids (and the young at heart), smiling from sunrise to sunset. Big memories guaranteed.
Here are the top 6 things to do in Moreton Bay these winter school holidays.
Something magical happens just off the coast of Moreton Bay each winter. As the weather cools, the waters come alive with the gentle rise and fall of migrating humpback whales. Brisbane Whale Watching, operating out of Redcliffe, have the best seats in the house. Their fully accessible 5-hour tour gets you up close to these gentle giants as they cruise along the Humpback Highway. Expect breaches, blows, tail slaps, and kids who can’t stop smiling.
Learn more at www.brisbanewhalewatching.com.au
Challenge accepted. For families who love a little healthy competition (or “team building), the new Trevena Glen Farm Escape Room is a winner. Work together to search for clues, uncover hidden secrets, and solve puzzles before the 60-minute timer runs out.
Learn more at www.trevenaglen.com.au
White Ridge Farm is the ultimate family-friendly animal farm. Located 10 minutes north of Caboolture, this accessible and inclusive farm lets visitors meet llamas, alpacas, Gypsy the camel, piglets, goats, and more. But that’s just the start. Hop on a tractor ride, explore the Timeline Train, and finish with a round of putt-putt if the kids still have energy to burn.
Learn more at www.whiteridgefarm.com.au
It might be winter, but it’s a Queensland winter so pack the togs. Settlement Cove Lagoon in Redcliffe is open all year-round and offers a free, family-friendly swimming spot overlooking the Peninsula. There’s a shallow splash pool for the little ones, a playground for those who would prefer to stay dry, and plenty of space for a BYO BBQ picnic.
Just before the bridge to Bribie Island sits a family haven. Sandstone Point Hotel nails the balance of great food, relaxed atmosphere, and kid-friendly fun. The adventure playground and rolling green lawns (complete with a soccer net) makes it the perfect destination for a long, memorable day out. Grab a table for lunch and enjoy the seafood inspired menu at the Hotel or the Oyster Shed. Let the kids run wild, roll down the hill, and make new friends over a game of soccer. As the sun sets, migrate to the lawn with a sundowner while the burn off the last of their energy.
Time your visit for their 10th Anniversary Bonfire Night on the 4th of July. From 3pm, expect fire twirlers, kids’ rides, live music, and of course an epic bon fire (or two). Hot chocolate for the kids and toasty mulled wine for the grown-ups – winter perfection.
Learn more at www.sandstonepointhotel.com.au
The kids will dig this, literally and figuratively. Running from 29 June and 3 July, the Abbey Museum of Art and Archaeology returns to the winter school holiday calendar with its Kids Dig It! Medieval Family Fun Week. Suitable for children aged 5 – 12, the program lets them rediscover the history, culture and arts of the Medieval period through hands-on activities including bow-and-arrow practice, designing their own hand-painted shields, digging for artefacts, games, quizzes and more!
Learn more at www.abbeymuseum.com.au
Winter in Moreton Bay is a season of calm seas, crisp mornings, and unforgettable family adventures. Whether you're watching whales breach during the day or warming your hands by a bonfire at night, a winter holiday escape to Moreton Bay promises memories that last long after school goes back.
Don’t forget to visit one of the four Visitor Information Centres across the region, the one-stop-shop for local tips, hidden gems, and the most up‑to‑date info to help you plan the perfect day out.
Discover the hidden gems and sun-soaked adventures waiting for you in Moreton Bay. Just up the road from Brisbane, our region is where the coast meets hinterland adventure, and the laid-back Queensland lifestyle takes centre stage.
