Cairns Children's Festival Opportunities
Get involved with Cairns Children's Festival 2026
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) open 1 December 2025, with opportunities across art, activities, markets, exhibitions, food and volunteering.
Creation Stations Call Out
Every year, we invite artists, inventors, tinkerers, and creative thinkers to develop and facilitate an outdoor Creation Station activity that encourages children to explore, play, discover and create.
Food Vendor Call Out
Food vendors can apply for the popular family fun day at Tanks Arts Centre on 17 May 2026, with around 8,000 hungry attendees each year.
Mini Makers Market Call Out
We’re on the hunt for young makers aged 7–17 to join our Mini Makers Market at Tanks Arts Centre and Cairns Botanic Gardens on Sunday 17 May 2026.
Volunteer Call Out
Volunteering roles at the Cairns Children's Festival including making props, helping out at kids' arts workshops and finding lost parents.
Young Artist Call Out
Artists under 12 are encouraged to dive into the blue and submit artworks for the Dive Deep Down Children’s Exhibition at Tank 4 Gallery – an exciting chance to explore the unknown mysteries of the ocean through creativity.
Key application dates
| Opportunity | EOIs open (2025) | EOIs close (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Creation Stations | Mon 1 Dec | Sun 8 Feb |
| Food Vendors | Mon 1 Dec | Sun 15 Mar |
| Mini Makers Market | Mon 1 Dec | Sun 15 Mar |
| Exhibition | Mon 1 Dec | Wed 1 Apr |
| Volunteers | Mon 1 Dec | No close |
Last Updated: 27 November 2025
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