Free family events bring Halloween to life

Halloween at the Museum will be held Friday 30 October, 4.30–7.30pm at Landsborough Museum.

Families looking for Halloween hijinks can enjoy trick-or-treating, costumes, spooky stories and after-dark adventures at the Landsborough Museum and the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden.

Come along to Halloween at the Museum, as Landsborough Museum transforms into a funhouse of activities on Friday 30 October from 4.30 to 7.30pm.

Visitors can dress in their favourite costume, trick-or-treat through the museum and enjoy face painting, games, a jumping castle and sausage sizzle.

For families with younger children, Spooky Storytime will bring storytelling and outdoor adventure together at Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden on Saturday 31 October, from 9.30 to 10am.

Strong Community Portfolio Councillor David Law said the Halloween program offered affordable ways for families to spend time together, explore somewhere new and connect with the region’s heritage.

“Halloween at the Museum is a fun and welcoming event that gives families a different way to discover our local history,” Cr Law said.

“Children can dress up, collect treats and enjoy the activities, while the whole family explores a collection filled with stories from our region.

“For families who prefer their Halloween fun in the great outdoors, Spooky Storytime at the Maroochy Regional Bushland Botanic Garden combines reading, imagination and a walk through one of our region’s most beautiful natural spaces.”

A night at the museum

Halloween at the Museum will be held Friday 30 October, 4.30–7.30pm at Landsborough Museum. Entry is free as it’s a drop-in event.

Landsborough Museum is located at 4 Maleny Street, just a short walk from Landsborough train station (with affordable 50 cent train fares).

Accessibility resources, including a virtual tour, sensory and accessibility guide and communication boards, are available online.

While exploring the museum, visitors can also immerse themselves in The Night Sky: Our shared darkness.

Through interactive displays and stunning imagery, the exhibition reveals the important role darkness plays in our lives and the natural world.

Visit the Heritage website and plan your trip to the Museum.

Follow the trail into the woods

Spooky Storytime will be held on Saturday 31 October from 9.30–10am at Maroochy Bushland Botanic Garden. It’s a free event so no registration is required.

Beloved local children’s author, Philip Bunting, will do a reading of his book Dropbear, followed by a question-and-answer session and book signing.

Located on Palm Creek Road, Tanawha, the Botanic Garden features bushland trails, nature play spaces, native gardens and art installations, with plenty of options for families to explore and picnic.

To reach the Spooky Storytime event, visitors can walk past the Lagoon to the open lawns area and find Mr Bunting and the Sunshine Coast Libraries team ready to entertain.

To view the accessibility guide and plan your visit, go to the Botanic Gardens website.

Beyond the Spooky Storytime event, the Story Walk will be open from 13 October to 20 November, a fun, educational and free activity for families with young kids.

Visit the Libraries website to discover more upcoming programs and events.