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February 2026 in Brisbane and Queensland

Children are back at school, this is the last month of summer, and is often the hottest month of all – or maybe we’re just fed up with the heat.

- 6 February is New Zealand (Waitangi) Day

18 February (Wednesday) 2026 - National Rakali Day

Rakali Awareness Day is held on February 18th each year to promote this amazing creature as they are one of Australia’s lesser known animals and sadly suffer, in some circles, a bad reputation.

See the Rakali Awareness Day and Sightings Facebook group

21 February (Saturday) 2026 - International Mother Language Day

International Mother Language Day is celebrated annually on February 21 and is dedicated to the protection of linguistic and cultural diversity around the world.

This day was established by UNESCO in 1999 and is intended to draw attention to the importance of preserving mother tongues, especially those that are in danger of disappearing.

It reminds everyone of the right to speak and learn their mother tongue, and that linguistic diversity is an integral part of the cultural heritage of humanity.

See:

https://www.communitylanguagesaustralia.org.au/news/2024/02/sbs—embrace-your-mother-tongue-celebrate-international-world-mother-language-day

https://insiderguides.com.au/what-is-international-mother-language-day/

27 February (Friday) 2026 - Schools Clean Up Australia Day

Schools Clean Up Day is coming up on Friday 27 February 2026

School students and educators around Australia will be rolling up their sleeves to take part in Schools Clean Up Day.

It’s a fun, hands-on way for students to learn about caring for the environment while making a real impact in their school grounds and local community.

Schools can register to receive a free Clean Up kit, packed with materials and resources to help teachers run a safe and impactful event.

https://www.cleanup.org.au/whats-on/

More Things to Do

Libraries have a wide range of events for all ages.

Brisbane City Council Libraries – What’s On

Brisbane Sustainability Agency

Moreton Bay Libraries – What’s On

Ipswich Council Libraries – What On and What’s On this month

Logan City Libraries – What’s On

Gold Coast Libraries – What’s On

Toowoomba Region Libraries – Programs and Events

 

Workshops and classes in Brisbane (Classbento)

Find your calm at watercolours classes, learn to make knockout gnocchi like a pro, or craft your own handmade earrings at a jewellery-making course. It’s time to slow down, reconnect with your hands, and rediscover the joy of DIY. See also the courses available in Brisbane, on the Gold Coast here and the courses available on the Sunshine Coast here

 

Tours and Activities

Search tours and book online with Viator

 

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