Kids in the City

Sat 20 June- Sun 19 July

Roll up! Roll up! for all the BIG LOUD FUN of the circus when the Circus Train event returns to The Workshops Rail Museum. Event activities include Circus Performers, Circus Super Station, Circus Train: The Display, Circus Camp and Action Alley. Cost: $18.50 Adults, $15.50 Concession, $10.00 Children 3 – 16, Free for Children under 3, $55.00 Family of 2 Adults and up to 4 Children. Contact Circus Train Hotline on (07) 3432 5193 or visit:

Sat 27 June – Sun 1 Nov

I wish I lived in Wonderland is a unique artwork, especially for kids. Artist Rose Skinner will use coloured sugar, candy, toys and household furniture to create a magical world that has to be seen to be believed! From 27 June until 26 July see Rose create Wonderland and help make Wonderland grow by creating items to add to the artwork! Wonderland remains on display until 1 November 2009. Cost: FREE. No bookings required. Contact: Ipswich Art Gallery on (07) 3810 7222 or visit:

Mon 29 June - Fri 10 June

Come along to a program jam-packed with free, fun activities to help young people and their families get out and active during school holidays. Bookings are essential. A full schedule of times and activities along with other locations can be found online. Cost: FREE. Bookings required. Contact Kids Sports on (07) 3311 6579 to book your place.

Tue 30 June at 10am

Make your own bedtime story book to take home. This is a great activity for children under 6 years old. Cost: FREE. Bookings required. Contact: Ipswich Library on (07) 3810 6815.

Tue 30 June – Tue 2 July at 10am - 12pm daily

Be inspired by Wonderland to create your own crazy, colourful hat! Cost: FREE. No bookings required. Contact: Ipswich Art Gallery on (07) 3810 7222 or visit

Wed 1 July at 10:30am

Join our interactive storytelling sessions aimed at encouraging the importance of reading and literature for children up to six years of age. Cost: FREE. No Bookings required. Contact: Ipswich Library on (07) 3810 6815.

Wed 1 - Fri 3 July at 11am & 1pm daily

Come and see a show that is fi lled with awesome magic, fun, and excitement! Cost: FREE. Contact: Ipswich Events Corp (07) 3812 2974.

Wed 1 - Fri 3 July at 11.30am, 12noon & 12.30pm

Winner of Ipswich “A Star is Born” competition, Vanessa will perform a repertoire of popular songs. Her amazing voice and talent will definitely lead her on a path to stardom. Cost: FREE. Contact: Ipswich Events Corp (07) 3812 2974.

Wed 1 - Sat 4 July at 11am, 12pm and 1pm (bookings required)

Designed for children aged 4 – 15, the Canvas Painting Workshops teaches children step-by-step instructions how to make their own creative canvas. Each child gets to take home their own creative work of art. Cost: FREE. Contact: Centre Management or call (07) 3294 5500.

Thur 2 July at 10am

A family comedy about a hotel handyman whose life changes when the lavish bedtime stories he tells his niece and nephew start to magically come true. Rated G 99 mins.Cost: $1.30 per person. Bookings are required. Contact: (07) 3810 6815 (payment is required at time of booking).

Mon 6 - Sat 11 July at 11am and 1pm daily

Be amazed by Elio and Eva as they bring their renowned Magic Show to Riverlink. Plus share in over $500 worth of prizes with chances to win at every show. East Precinct Under Gasometer (next to BCF). Cost: FREE. Contact: Centre Management or call (07) 3294 5500.

Tue 7 July - (Bookings are essential additional charges apply)

Experience the thrill of the travelling circus with a live steam train journey these winter holidays! Travel from Roma Street Station to The Workshops Rail Museum, where you can enjoy all the BIG LOUD FUN of the Circus Train event before returning to Roma Street Station by coach (bus). Entry into the Museum and the Circus Train, is included. Cost: Adult $53.00, Child $32.00, Concession $47.00. Contact: (07) 3432 5100 or visit

Tue 7 July at 10am

Create your own book and turn it into a work of art to show your family and friends. This activity is suitable for school aged children. Cost: FREE. Bookings required. Contact: Ipswich Library on (07) 3810 6815.

Tue 7 – Thur 9 July at 10am - 12pm daily

Create your own ‘monster bed bug’ using clay and plasticine. Cost: FREE. No bookings required. Contact: Ipswich Art Gallery on (07) 3810 7222 or visit

Wed 8 – Fri 10 July at 11am & 1pm daily

Banjo’s madcap and action-packed show is a hilarious treat for the entire family. Cost: FREE. Contact: Ipswich Events Corp (07) 3812 2974.

Thur 9 July at 10am

Based on the classic novel by Jules Verne, discover a fantastic and dangerous lost world in the centre of the earth. Rated PG 90 mins. Cost: $1.30 per person. Bookings are required. Contact: (07) 3810 6815 (payment is required at time of booking).

Thur 9 July at 5:30pm

As seniors in high school, Troy and Gabriella struggle with the idea of being separated from one another as college approaches. Along with the rest of the Wildcats, they stage a springmusical to address their experiences, hopes and fears about their future. Rated G 112 mins. Cost: 1.70 per person. Bookings are required. Contact: (07) 3810 6815 (payment is required at time of booking).

Fri 10 July at 10:30am

The Bilbies have arrived! Come along to The Bilbies Habitat Opening on Friday 10 July for a fun filled morning of Bilby presentations, FREE face painting and sausage sizzle. Contact: Ipswich City Council on (07) 3810 3666