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Face painting is one of the most effective children’s entertainment options for large events. It is visually engaging, draws families in and keeps children happily occupied. But when you are planning face painting for a festival, shopping centre activation, corporate family day or major community event, the logistics work differently than booking for a birthday party. Knowing what to expect helps you plan better, budget accurately and deliver a smooth experience for families and your event team. How Many Face Painters Do You Need? This is the most common question event organisers ask, and the answer depends on three things: the number of children expected, the duration of your event and the style of designs you want. As a general guide, a professional face painter can complete around 8 to 12 full-face designs per hour. Simpler designs like cheek art, stamps or small motifs can be done faster, sometimes up to 15 to 20 per hour. For a school fair with 100 children over three hours, two artists will comfortably manage the demand. For a festival expecting thousands of families over a full weekend, you may need a team of four to six or more, rotating in shifts. At Kidzklub,

Walk through any festival, school fair or birthday party in Australia and you will almost certainly find a queue of children waiting to have their faces painted. Despite the rise of digital entertainment and an ever-growing range of activity options, face painting continues to hold its position as the most requested and most consistently popular activity at children’s events. But why? What is it about face painting that keeps children and families coming back, event after event? It Is Personal and Creative Unlike group activities where everyone participates in the same way, face painting gives each child an individual experience. They get to choose their design, sit with an artist and watch as their face is transformed into something completely different. That one-on-one interaction is rare at busy events and children value it. Whether a child wants to become a tiger, a butterfly, a superhero or a rainbow, the result is something uniquely theirs. This sense of personal choice and creative expression is a powerful driver of engagement, particularly for children who may be hesitant to join larger group activities. It Creates Immediate Visual Impact Face painting does something that most other activities cannot: it changes how a child looks

Welcome to the crew, Megha! We are so excited to introduce Megha, one of the newest members of our Kidzklub team in Brisbane. Megha is 27 years old and brings a warm, creative energy to every session she joins. With experience in childcare and a natural love for art and imagination, she is passionate about helping kids express themselves through play and creativity. When she is not inspiring little artists, Megha enjoys finding new ways to make learning fun, and we cannot wait for families across Brisbane to meet her at upcoming Kidzklub events.

Your guide to happy, stress free festival adventures with children Thinking about taking your kids to a music or arts festival? We say go for it! Family festivals are a wonderful way to connect, explore and share new experiences together. While things may look a little different once children are in the mix, festivals can still be full of colour, creativity and joy when you plan ahead. Today, more festivals than ever are family-friendly, with dedicated children’s zones, creative workshops, live shows and chill-out areas designed just for little ones. With the right preparation, you can dance, play and explore while keeping your tribe comfortable and happy all weekend long. We asked our team at Kidzklub Australia for their top tips on how to make the most of your festival adventure with kids — keeping the fun high and the stress low! Top Tips for a Fabulous Family Festival Keep calm, stay playful and follow your kids’ rhythm. Take breaks often. Festivals can be full of excitement, noise and stimulation. Find the kids’ area or a quiet zone to rest and reset. Bring a pram or wagon. Perfect for naps and tired legs. Many festivals have nursery or family rest

There’s something magical about watching children connect with the land — seeing where their food comes from, meeting the animals, and discovering how nature works in real time. Our farm workshops for kids in Byron Bay are designed to inspire curiosity, creativity and respect for the environment through hands-on learning. What Makes Our Farm Kids Workshops Unique At The Farm Byron Bay, we believe the best classroom has sunshine, soil and a few muddy boots. Every session blends fun with education — children plant seeds, feed animals, and explore the garden while learning about sustainability and how food grows. Our programs are led by experienced educators who combine eco education for children with creative play. Activities change with the seasons — from Spring seed planting to Autumn harvests — ensuring each visit offers something new to learn and experience. Why Eco Education Matters Children are naturally curious about the world around them. When they learn directly from nature, they develop a deeper understanding and empathy for living things. Our workshops teach: The importance of healthy soil, water and pollinators How food travels from paddock to plate Simple ways to reduce waste and care for the planet These values stay with