Public listings checked 25/10/2026. Dates use each event’s local time. Check organiser details before travelling.
Explore the region
Explore Moreton Bay's bayside, hinterland and Bribie Island communities. Island access and travel times vary; Brisbane is listed separately.
Listings across Bongaree, Bribie Island, Caboolture, Clontarf, Dayboro, Morayfield, North Lakes, Petrie, Redcliffe, Samford Village, Scarborough, Strathpine, Woodford, Woody Point, Woorim.
Attractions and places to visit
44 places in this selection. Opening hours, access and admission vary; check the place details.
Wild Horse Mountain Lookout is the pergola on top of a hill that stands out against the skyline as one drives north. The turnoff is located 30 kilometres north of Brisbane just off the Bruce Highway near Caboolture. Named after the wild brumbies which roamed the area, Wild Horse Mountain stands 123 metres above sea level.
Telstra and the Department of Primary Industries jointly provided this wonderful and informative viewing and fire tower platform.
Walk the steep 700 metres paved uphill pathway and when you reach the top be rewarded with breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views across Pumicestone Passage and Bribie and Moreton Islands. The forest stretches below as a sea of green and the unique shape of the Glasshouse Mountains extends across the horizon.
On a clear day, you can see to Brisbane. Interpretive boards inform the visitor of the features of the surrounding area, and this is a great spot to take a rest and soak up the view before the leisurely (but steep) stroll back down to the car park. Take your belongings with you and a bottle of water!
On the banks of the Caboolture River, just off Morayfield Road, Centenary Lakes is a beautiful parkland teeming with wildlife. A popular spot for events, picnics, lakeside running, and beautiful nature photography, Centenary Lakes sits at the heart of Caboolture’s busy town centre, offering a slice of paradise and a relaxing atmosphere when you simply need a break.
Park facilities include picnic shelters, barbecues, playgrounds, toilets, wheelchairs and pram accessible.
Caboolture Regional Art Gallery is Moreton Bay's leading gallery, located on Kabi Kabi Country. In a contemporary gallery space, visitors can experience an exhibition program of significant Australian and international artists.
In-house curated exhibitions are partnered with touring shows from Australia's leading visual art institutions, bringing the best of Australian art to the region for everyone to enjoy. A wide range of artist talks, workshops, tours and family-friendly activities are available throughout the year.
Caboolture Regional Art Gallery also includes The Hub Gallery, a dedicated space with a focus on nurturing and celebrating local artists through a monthly changing program.
Cycling or walking between Caboolture and Wamuran on the scenic Caboolture to Wamuran Rail Trail. The trail showcases the history of the Caboolture to Kilcoy railway corridor, which has been closed for over 60 years since 1964, and provides a shared pathway from Caboolture to Wamuran.
Stretching 10.5 kilometres from Beerburrum Road in Caboolture to Atwood Street in Wamuran, this pathway is 3-3.5 metres wide, providing plenty of room for bikers and walkers to share the trail. There is car parking at both trailheads and the he path entries in Caboolture and Wamuran also feature signage, maps, shelters, drinking fountains, seating, landscaping, and safe road crossings.
Bribie Island National Park and Recreation Area offers beautiful coastal scenery, low-key bush camping spots, popular boating and fishing areas in Pumicestone Passage, excellent birdwatching opportunities and spring wildflowers.
Bribie Island, about an hour's drive from Brisbane, is a treasure trove of plants and animals. The island is fringed by sandy beaches and sand dunes. Heaths, paperbark wetlands and freshwater creeks and lagoons, along with open forests are home to varied birdlife.
Tidal wetlands and waters around Bribie Island are part of Moreton Bay Marine Park. Fish, crabs and prawns breed in nearby Pumicestone Passage and dugong feed on its seagrass communities. Thousands of shorebirds feed and roost here, making great birdwatching opportunities. Marine turtles also use the beaches during nesting and hatchling season of the summer months (Nov–March).
Explore the easy Bicentennial walking tracks. Go boating or paddle a kayak around Pumicestone Passage. Try your luck at fishing or crabbing. Picnic at Lighthouse Reach or Lions Park. Pitch a tent at Mission Point, or in one of other camping areas that are accessible only by four-wheel drive. Camping permits and vehicle access permits are required.
When driving, stay on tracks and off the dunes. Fore dunes are important habitat for wildlife. Shorebirds lay their eggs on the sand and marine turtles bury eggs in the sand.
The Caboolture Historical Village is a wonderful attraction with a massive collection of over 110,000 historical items restored and displayed within more than 70 buildings in a pioneer village setting covering 12 acres. There is something for everyone at the Village. Train rides for the kids; historic homes and furnishings for Mum; antique machinery, cars and tractors for Dad; a rainforest garden for keen horticulturalists and hours of reminiscing for older generations.
See demonstrations of historical skills such as the village blacksmith, wood crafting and others. Wash this down with refreshments from the modern cafe, old fashioned tea rooms or bring a picnic and the Village is a wonderful budget day out only 50 minutes from Brisbane. The perfect stopover on the way to the Sunshine Coast.
The Village is only two kilometres north of the Caboolture Central Business District. There is a free shuttle bus that can be booked by phoning the Village and will pick up passengers from the Caboolture Railway Station. Because of the size of the Village it is recommended that at least three hours is taken to really enjoy the collection and grounds.
Glow Float and Wellness is nestled in the serene surrounds of Samford Village dedicated to helping you achieve ultimate relaxation and rejuvenation. They offer a range of holistic therapies designed to restore balance, enhance well-being, and support your overall health.
The following therapies are available: floats, infrared saunas, red light, halo salt therapy, and contrast hydrotherapy. Infrared saunas and contrast hydrotherapy rooms can each hold up to 4 people. All rooms are private and shared only with your group.
The Store of Requirement is a magical wizard-inspired destination located in the heart of Samford Village, just 30 minutes north-west of Brisbane.
Step through the door and discover one of Australia's largest collections of officially licensed wizarding merchandise, collectibles, wands, apparel, jewellery, homewares and magical creatures. Shelves are filled with curious treasures sourced from around the world, including many items rarely found elsewhere in Australia.
More than just a store, The Store of Requirement offers an enchanting experience for witches, wizards and curious Muggles of all ages. Be sorted into your Hogwarts House, explore magical displays, and uncover surprises hidden throughout the shop.
Themed birthday celebrations are hosted year-round in the store's magical classroom, while visitors can also enjoy immersive Wizarding Adventures. During school holidays, additional magical activities including wand decorating workshops and potion-making classes provide even more opportunities for young witches and wizards to learn the secrets of the magical world.
Located amongst the cafés, galleries and boutique shops of Samford Village, The Store of Requirement is a unique destination for families, collectors and fantasy lovers seeking a memorable day out.
Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, building your collection, or simply looking for a little magic, there's always something waiting to be discovered.
