Cairns Children's Festival

Save the date: Sat 15 & Sun 16 May 2027

Save the dates! Cairns Children’s Festival is a vibrant celebration for little legends aged 12 and under, designed to spark creativity, curiosity and connections to nature, arts and culture.

This locally produced festival, proudly supported by Cairns Regional Council, celebrates children’s creativity while showcasing and supporting our local legends.

Bring the whole family to enjoy a holistic weekend of experiences including interactive performances, hands on workshops, pre festival activities and sensory-friendly events that invite children to share their ideas, imagination and everyday experiences.

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Tell Us What You Thought!

Did you attend Cairns Children’s Festival 2026? We’d love to hear from you!

Your feedback helps us improve and grow the festival each year, ensuring we continue delivering fun, creative and meaningful experiences for our community.

Take a few minutes to complete the post-festival survey and help shape future festivals.

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Meet the Mascots!

Get ready to meet the quirky and fun-loving mascots of the Cairns Children's Festival!

With big personalities and even bigger hearts, these mascots are sure to make your festival experience unforgettable!

Penda, Diamond, Zippy and Scratch are all here to cheer on the play!

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A huge thank you to our generous sponsors Pacific Toyota and Inspired Signs for their incredible support! Your contributions help make Cairns Children's Festival possible.