Looking for a fun new spot to take the kids? Ipswich is full of brilliant parks that are perfect for climbing, exploring, racing around and making memories. Think towering forts, wobbly bridges, speedy slides, buzzing bike tracks, and cubbies just waiting for an imaginary tea party.These parks are local gems - well-loved by families and always full of little feet running wild. You’ll find shady spots to relax, big open fields for a kick-about, and clever play spaces designed for all ages.Here are 10 parks around Ipswich that are worth popping on your adventure list. 

Ipswich is celebrating a huge result in the 2026 Best of Queensland Experiences Program, with 49 local tourism businesses recognised among the state’s top visitor experiences.Best of Queensland Experiences are tourism businesses recognised by Tourism and Events Queensland for delivering exceptional visitor experiences. For travellers, it’s a handy signpost to operators known for quality, service and memorable moments.This year also introduced new recognition tiers — Gold, Silver and Teal — adding even more prestige to the program. Ipswich didn’t just make the list, it stood out on it, with one Gold winner and four Silver tier winners among the region’s 49 recipients.

Planes, Trains and Autos is an exciting, family friendly event that celebrates all things aviation, rail and autos in the city of Ipswich. It’s held at the Workshops rail Museum and there’s plenty enjoy. Highlights include:FREE access to all museum exhibitions and kid’s activitiesCar, truck and motorcycle displaysMotorsport personalities Drag cars and vehicles from Willowbank RacewayRide a historic train at Queensland Pioneer Steam RailwayAir Force and Army machinery and vehiclesAviation displays and flypastsFamily interactive activities including wind tunnels and bottle rockets