Best Kids Activities in Sunshine Coast (2026)
Planning your next outing? These are 12 of the best kids activities in Sunshine Coast right now, whether you're after a lazy weekend, a day with the kids or somewhere new to explore. We rank each one by our Spot Score and keep the list fresh, so you're always seeing what's actually worth your time.
Burn off some energy. These Sunshine Coast activities are built for younger kids — playgrounds, hands-on fun and places designed to keep little ones entertained.
12 spots
Noosa river pirate playground
Kids Activities in Noosaville, Sunshine Coast.
Mooloolaba Adventure Playground
Kids Activities in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast.
Dinosaur Park
Kids Activities in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Bells Reach Playground
Kids Activities in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast.
Kawana playground
Kids Activities in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Cotton tree playground
Kids Activities in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Active Park
Kids Activities in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast.
Pierce Park
Kids Activities in Kawana Waters, Sunshine Coast.
Pierce Park playground
Kids Activities in Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast.
Kings Beach Water Fountain And Playground
Kids Activities in Caloundra, Sunshine Coast.
Tickle Park Playground
Kids Activities in Coolum Beach, Sunshine Coast.
Pirate Ship Playground
Kids Activities in Mooloolaba, Sunshine Coast.
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Read guide →Kids Activities in Sunshine Coast — FAQs
What are the best kids activities in Sunshine Coast?+
Our top-rated kids activities in Sunshine Coast are ranked by our Spot Score, which combines Google ratings, review volume, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear at the top of this page.
How is the Sunshine Coast kids activities ranking decided?+
We blend independent signals — Google star ratings and review counts, popularity, the quality of available information and freshness — into a single Spot Score out of 100. It's an editorial score, not a paid placement.
Can I filter kids activities by suburb or price?+
Yes. Use the filters to narrow by suburb, minimum rating, price level, whether a place is open now, and features like dog-friendly or outdoor seating.
How many kids activities are listed in Sunshine Coast?+
We currently feature 12 kids activities across Sunshine Coast and surrounding suburbs, and we add and re-check venues regularly.