Event calendar

Youth Summit 2026

The Queensland Family and Child Commission's third annual Youth Summit is taking place in Brisbane on Friday 10 April 2026. The Youth Summit is an opportunity for Queensland children and young people, aged 25 and under, to share their lived experiences and ideas for positive change directly to government and sector leaders to improve outcomes for children, young people and their families. Speakers from our last two Summits have created opportunities to advocate for systems change across a range of sectors including health, education, disability, domestic and family violence, child protection, and more, following their Summit presentations. They’re continuing to have an impact and shape the way sector professionals think about youth participation, advocacy and accountability. To find out more or to get involved, head to https://www.qfcc.qld.gov.au/youth/summit.

Fraser Coast Busking - regional music activation

The streets are about to come alive! Fraser Coast Regional Council is supporting an incredible line-up of young local talent ready to bring the vibes. From solo artists to small crews, these emerging musos will be taking it streetside at designated locations throughout Youth Week, sharing their sound, their energy and their main-character moments with the community. Now it’s over to you!Come along, stop for a listen, and show your support for Fraser Coast’s young performers as they step into the spotlight. Your cheers, claps and good vibes make all the difference. Let’s back local talent and celebrate youth creativity across the region.

Youth Week: Paper in Motion with Penny Bennett

Inspired by the oozing life forms from Penny's exhibition Bio morphism, participants will learn to create a kinetic sculpture using paper and the process of Automata. Automata is a playful and inventive way to create cams, cranks, levers, gears and linkages that turn movement into actions.

Participants will learn how to create all of these elements and how to use them to make their sculpture come alive with movement. This workshop is part of Queensland Youth Week - a celebration of young people and their incredible achievements, ideas, talents and contributions to our community.

No prior experience is needed and all materials are provided. Ages 12 - 21 years Cost: $15 includes tuition and all materials Where: Bundaberg School of Arts, 184 Bourbong Street When: Saturday 11 April | 10 am - 12 pm

Youth Fest

A youth-focused community event delivered in collaboration with a wide range of local youth services, community organisations, sporting groups and food vendors. This free, inclusive event offers sports come & try, circus workshop, arts & crafts, live music, lawn games and Colour Run.

Head down to Seafront Oval and All Abilities Playground to celebrate QLD Youth Week on the Fraser Coast

Anime Manga Club

Come along to our weekly Anime/Manga Drawing Club @ the Rockhampton Southside Library.BYO art project & enjoy the company of fellow artists and enthusiasts!Anime Manga Club is held in the Fitzroy Room at the Rockhampton Southside Library every Monday afternoon from 3.30pm-5.00pm.

All welcome. FREE!

Arcade Fun

Ready to press start? We’re taking over with retro vibes at 8-Bit Bar! If you’re 12-25 years, you’ll score 5 FREE game tokens to celebrate Youth Week. Race your mates on Mario Kart or battle it out arcade-style on Mortal Kombat, then grab the mic and belt out your fav tunes with karaoke energy turned all the way up. Button-mashing chaos. Off-key confidence. High score bragging rights. Main-character energy. Grab your crew, pick your player, make it loud and let’s run it back. Game on!

Ages: 12-17 years (parent or guardian MUST be in attendance, as this is a licenced premises) Cost: Free entry, purchase own food, drinks and additional game tokens ** free tokens for the participating youth week person only Limited spots available, bookings required. When booking online you will need to state how many will be attending, not just the youth week participant.

Barefoot Bowls

Roll up and give lawn bowls a go at Urangan Bowls Club! Whether you’re a future pro or just in it for the laughs, this is your chance to try something different, hang with mates and enjoy some friendly competition. We’ll keep you fuelled with a classic sausage sizzle and icy Zooper Doopers - because every great athlete needs top-tier snacks.

Free, fun and open to young people 12–25. No experience needed - just bring your game face (and maybe your best lawn bowls victory dance). No bookings required. Find out more about the Urangan Bowls Club

Howard Laser Skirmish

Challenge your mates at Laser Skirmish in Howard for an action-packed, free morning of outdoor fun. Meet at Howard State School, 108 William Street, at 9:30am for registration and a safety briefing - look for the FCRC marquee! Participants must wear closed-in shoes (no crocs) and sensible clothing suitable for a two-hour session. A free sausage sizzle lunch will be provided!

Youth Week Open Day at Maryborough Neighbourhood Centre

Come along for a fun, free day out and discover what’s on offer for young people aged 12–25! Enjoy a sausage sizzle, music, games and a live cooking demo while connecting with local youth programs and supports.

Learn more about opportunities including Youth Achievement Awards, Skills2Learn, HBNC Reconnect Program and Headspace Work & Study Support. No registrations required. For more information, please contact Centre reception on 07 4121 2141 or email programs@maryboroughnc.org

Bay Beats

Pull up to Bay Beats for an afternoon at the Hervey Bay Pump Track with music, prizes and plenty of action, hosted with Backbone BMX. Bring your skateboard, scooter, BMX, rollerblades or skates and ride under the beats. DJ Nixon will be live, a sausage sizzle and casual comps running across the afternoon. Whether you’re there to send it, cruise with mates or just hang out, it’s a free Youth Week event open to all skill levels. No bookings required - If you’d like to enter the competition, simply register on the day.

8-Bit Arcade & Bar

Race your mates on Mario Kart, battle it out on Mortal Kombat, get in some trick shots on the pool table, then then grab the mic and belt out your fav tunes with karaoke energy turned all the way up. Button-mashing chaos. Off-key confidence. High score bragging rights. Main-character energy. Grab your crew, pick your player, make it loud and let’s run it back. Game on.

Ages: 18-25 years Cost: Free entry, purchase own food, drinks and additional game tokens ** free tokens for the participating youth week person only Limited spots available, bookings required. When booking online you will need to state how many will be attending, not just the youth week participant.

Uncanny Valley - Free Movie Screening

Lights, camera… local action!Be among the first to see Uncanny Valley, a film shot right here in Maryborough.This free test screening gives you a sneak peek before release, followed by a live Q&A with the director and cast. Come along, watch the film, and hear the stories behind bringing it to life on the Fraser Coast.

Delivered by Screen Fraser Coast, and Fraser Coast Regional Councilhttps://www.screenfrasercoast.com.au/ more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/2776047099417816/?rdid=3mgiRucYHslMDsgn&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1DzgvuCRsj%2F#