Entertainment
4 May, 2025
Fun events for all the family
IT’S a day of creativity, music, laughter, and a touch of magic as the Cairns Children’s Festival takes over Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) and the Court House Gallery on Saturday, May 17.
At CPAC, the day kicks off with A Bee Story — a buzzing circus adventure full of acrobatics, live music, and a heartwarming tale about friendship, teamwork, and the importance of bees.
This family-friendly show will have little ones wide-eyed with wonder and adults charmed by its uplifting message and stunning performances.
The fun continues with Ratburger, the stage adaptation of David Walliams’ bestselling and hilariously cheeky book.
Packed with clever characters, laugh-out-loud moments, and a few surprises along the way, Ratburger promises to be a wild and wonderful ride for kids and parents alike.
Across at the Court House Gallery, the precinct will be alive with a full day of free entertainment.
Bring a picnic and settle in on the lawn for Picnic on the Lawn, starring Box Jelly Theatre Company with playful pop-up performances, roving entertainers, and an energetic silent disco that will have everyone dancing.
Inside the gallery, discover colourful art exhibitions created by young local artists, offering a glimpse into the imaginative world of kids – through the eyes of kids themselves.
Plus, live music on the lawn will feature Cairns’ own Grace Jones, treating audiences to a sparkling set of Disney favourites guaranteed to get the whole family singing along.
Later in the day, the festival’s energy lifts again with the Pierce Brothers hitting the stage.
Fresh from a performance at Bluesfest in Byron Bay, these high-energy folk-pop favourites are set to deliver a concert that’s as exciting for parents as it is for kids.
And when the stars come out, it’s time to don your robes and wave your wands for The Hogwarts Experience.
Enjoy live Hogwarts-themed entertainment followed by an open-air screening of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone — a magical end to an unforgettable day.
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