Planning a party in the great outdoors? Brisbane has some fantastic kid-friendly parks that offer everything from epic playgrounds to BBQs and shady picnic areas. Here’s our top 10 list to help you pick the perfect party spot.
1. New Farm Park, New Farm
This riverside gem is loved for its wide open spaces, shady fig trees, and an enormous playground. Ideal for classic park parties with room to run, play, and relax.
2. Kalinga Park, Clayfield
A northside favourite, Kalinga Park features a large, shaded playground with climbing nets, flying foxes, and a creekside bike path. With BBQs, toilets and plenty of picnic shelters, it’s a wonderful space for weekend birthday parties.
3. Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane City
Central, lush and beautifully landscaped, Roma Street Parkland features themed gardens, a playground, BBQ areas and plenty of space for games and cake-cutting.
4. John Goss Reserve, Chermside West
Known for its fantastic playground, shaded seating, and occasional coffee van, this northside park is perfect for hosting energetic little ones.
5. Guyatt Park, St Lucia
A quiet riverside park with leafy shade, a modern playground, picnic shelters and river breezes. It’s also close to public transport, including the CityCat, which adds a fun twist to your party arrival!
6. Whites Hill Reserve, Camp Hill
A great mix of playground fun and bushland adventure. There are picnic tables, BBQs, and even sports fields nearby for older kids.
7. Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks
This riverside park has a water play area, bike paths, flying fox, and heaps of shaded spots for setting up your party. A top pick for hot days!
8. Grinstead Park, Alderley
A fantastic, fully-fenced playground with big slides, climbing equipment, bike paths, and picnic shelters. This northside favourite is especially great for toddlers and younger children.
9. Teralba Park, Everton Park
This shady park has a great fenced playground, creek access, and lots of green space. There’s even a skate park and picnic shelters nearby.
10. Freeman Road Park, Inala
A hidden gem with a colourful and creative playground, musical instruments, climbing frames and shaded picnic tables—great for a more relaxed party vibe.
