POPpa’Licious

18/09/2026

40 YEARS OF QUEENSLAND CHILD PROTECTION WEEK

This year marks 40 years of Queensland Child Protection Week, an important milestone and a chance for our community to come together to show that every child deserves to grow up safe, supported and loved. 👧🧒

Head along to the Gladstone Marina on Saturday 26 September for a fantastic family day out, with plenty of FREE activities for everyone to enjoy!

🐴 Free petting zoo
🎨 Free face painting
🎶 Free silent disco
🍔 Local food and drink vans
🎡 $40 unlimited ride wristbands from AMP Amusements

📍 Gladstone Marina
📅 Saturday 26 September 2026
⏰ 9am–4pm

Most importantly, this week is an opportunity to recognise the incredible people who work every day to protect Queensland’s children and keep them safe.

A heartfelt thank you to our child protection workers, foster and kinship carers, educators, police, health professionals, community organisations and volunteers who support children and families and help make a difference when it matters most. 👏🙏

Bring the family, enjoy a great day out!

15/09/2026

🎉🍿 FAMILY FUN DAY! 🍿🎉

📍 Marina Parklands - FREE ENTRY
📅 Saturday, 26 September 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Come along for a fun-filled family day! 💕🎈

🍿 Delicious popcorn
🍭 Fairy floss
🌭 Korean-style corndogs
🍟 Hot chips & tasty treats
🥤 Refreshing drinks & more!

Bring the whole family, enjoy the day! 😍🍿

✨ See you there! ✨

05/09/2026

🌏✨ See you at the Multicultural Event! ✨🌏

Come say hello to POPpa’Licious and enjoy some delicious carnival treats! 🍿🍭🧋🌭

📅 Today
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Bring the family and come enjoy a day full of culture, food, fun and community! ❤️

See you there! 🎉

30/08/2026

28/08/2026

🎉 POPpa’Licious is heading to CAPRICON! 💥🕸️💜✨

Looking for your next family adventure? Rockhampton’s biggest pop culture convention is almost here!

We’ll be there serving up all your delicious favourites 😋🍿🌭🍩🍭🥤

Come along for an epic day of fun, adventure and delicious treats from POPpa’Licious! 😍

📍 Capricon – Rockhampton
📅 29th August
⏰8:30am - 8pm

Tag your family and friends and don’t miss out! 💜✨

14/07/2026

Only at Luminous 2026, see you there!

14/07/2026

SEE YOU THERE!!!

💚 We remain open. Please follow staff directions and event signage while LUMINOUS is being built.

Parking and vehicle access will be different between 7–21 July while event preparations take place. Visitor parking will be available at the front of the gardens, with pedestrian access into the Gardens.

Contractors, deliveries and approved disability access will continue under traffic management. Please have your disability parking permit ready to show staff on arrival.

We're excited to welcome everyone to LUMINOUS from 16–19 July, 5.30–9.30pm. Remember, all attendees require an event entry ticket, including free tickets.
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11/07/2026

🌟 We’re at the Calliope River Historical Village Markets today!

Come and visit POPpa’Licious for all your favourites:
🍿 Fresh Popcorn
🌭 Korean Corndogs
🍟 Hot Chips
🍭 Fairy Floss
🥤 Ice-cold Drinks & more!

📍 Calliope River Historical Village
⏰ We’re here until 1:00 PM.

Bring the family, enjoy the markets, and come grab a tasty treat! We can’t wait to see you! 💛