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Best Gold Coast Parks For Kids

Statues at Broadwater Parklands Southport

Updated: Apr 19, 2025

The family friendly Gold Coast has a myriad of fantastic parks for kids but there are eight that are a destination unto themselves:

Broadwater Parklands Southport

Broadwater Parklands is the Gold Coast's showcase cultural and community park

Palm Beach Parklands

This tucked away expanse of parkland on the cusp of Currumbin Creek is like the Gold Coast's very own pirate cove

Pizzey Park

A leafy oasis right in the middle of Miami, Pizzey Park’s 60 hectares of greenery and forest is the gift that keeps on giving

Jabiru Island Park

Jabiru Island is an idyllic waterfront family playground, reached via a scenic boardwalk and located just behind a soft sandy beach

Greenheart Robina Parklands

Greenheart Robina Parklands is a stunning 22.5ha parkland and recreation area with something for everyone, located in the heart of Robina

Kurrawa All Abilities Playground

Kurrawa All Abilities Playground is an epic beachside kids park with guaranteed hours of fun for all ages and abilities

Faerie Park

Faerie Park is a wonderfully whimsical play and picnic space, tucked away in a pocket of suburbia

Robert Newmann Park

Surrounded by nature, Robert Newmann Park in Currumbin Valley is the perfect spot to settle in for an afternoon

Door Seven Haunted House

A spine-chilling immersive experience that is like stepping into a horror movie

Queensland Garden Show

The much-loved Queensland Garden Show will return to Nambour from 10 to 12 July for its 42nd year.

10-12 Jul

Jumpers & Jazz in July

Looking for a colourful, country winter experience?

Jul 16-26

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!

Jul 31 - Aug 2

Second Coming

La Boite Theatre presents Second Coming, a love letter to Earth wrapped in corporate salvation

Aug 6-22

School Holidays at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

School holidays are sorted with endless family fun waiting at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

School Holidays at Village Roadshow Theme Parks

MUST DO

Ashton's The Great Australian Circus

Ashton’s Great Australian Circus is lighting up the Gold Coast with a brand-new production at Broadwater Parklands

Ashton's The Great Australian Circus

WEEKEND AWAY

The Westin Brisbane

Treat yourself to a getaway at this unique and refreshing urban retreat with a focus on wellbeing, relaxation and effortless luxury, located in the heart of Brisbane's CBD

The Westin Brisbane

A stunning tribute to Barbra Streisand

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