Summer in Queensland

22 November 2021 - 11 February 2022

Spend summer in sunny Queensland

The Summer in Queensland program is back! This summer break, UQ has designed an exciting program rich in adventures, events, activities, workshops, day trips and opportunities to relax. Get to know your UQ community and create lifelong memories with friends so that you always carry a little bit of UQ with you.

Check back at this website regularly as new experiences and opportunities are added throughout the summer break.

What's better than spending summer in Queensland with it's warm weather and pristine beaches? Winning awesome prizes - that's what! Check out the competitions UQLife has running over the summer for your chance to win.

Upcoming highlights

Thinking of you
Looking for a unique way to stay in touch with family or friends back home?Send a personalised greeting card along with a professional portrait back home for FREE! You just need to register for BOTH a Photography session (9/12, 15/12, 6/1) and a Card making session (14/12, 21/12, 12/1).
18 Jan 2022
Join a day of absolute adventure as you explore the pristine waters and sands around Moreton Island!
Join one of our How-To sessions! These sessions are all about strengthening connections between staff and students, where our friendly staff volunteers will be sharing a skill with students in an informal workshop setting.

 

Holiday House

Spend your summer break with us at UQ Res

Come join us for a holiday staycation at the brand new Kev Carmody House and be one of the first to stay there!

There will be fun filled activities over the 2 weeks where you can participate in as much or as little as you want.

Prefer to chill by the pool and laze around during the holidays? You are in luck as there is a rooftop pool deck with the best view in town. There is a music room, games room, movie room and a private gym for you to use during your stay there.

 

Find out more

UQ Exclusives

5 Jan 2022
Enjoy an evening of peace and discovery while gazing at the southern skies at the picturesque Gatton campus.
19 Jan 2022
Join us at our beautiful campus at St Lucia for the opportunity to reconnect with your deeper self and support your wellbeing.

Tours and Day Trips

5 Jan 2022
Enjoy an evening of peace and discovery while gazing at the southern skies at the picturesque Gatton campus.
8 Jan 2022
Experience the beautiful Stradbroke Island with a ferry ride over, a delicious lunch and a picturesque walk around Point Danger.
15 Jan 2022
Visit one of the world's most iconic zoos! Australia Zoo is home to some of the coolest wildlife in Australia. Enjoy exciting wildlife shows and animal encounters.
18 Jan 2022
Join a day of absolute adventure as you explore the pristine waters and sands around Moreton Island!
22 Jan 2022
Take the UQ Summer bus to the Sunshine Coast for a fun day exploring the Eumundi Markets followed by lunch (own cost) at Noosa beach.
26 Jan 2022
Jump on the Summer Bus to Mt Coot-Tha for a lovely walk with friends
27 Jan 2022
Take the UQ Summer bus to 'Straddie' for a relaxing day on the island. Enjoy the ferry ride over and check out Amity Point.
2 Feb 2022
Take the UQ Summer bus to 'Straddie' for a relaxing day on the island. Enjoy the ferry ride over and check out Amity Point.

Festive Fun

A Christmas Visit
Sign up for this unique opportunity to spend Christmas day lunch at the home of a volunteer UQ Staff member. Immerse yourself in Australian culture and Christmas traditions while also sharing your own culture too. Spots are strictly limited and will be filled on a first come first served basis.

Food and Dining

17 Dec 2021
Learn how to cook and roll your own delicious sushi.
5 Jan 2022
Join the team from Multicultural Australia for some fun and easy cooking lessons!
7 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with Italian food, friends and fun!
14 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with Thai food, friends and fun!
14 Jan 2022
Join the team from Multicultural Australia for some fun and easy cooking lessons!
21 Jan 2022
Join the team from Multicultural Australia for some fun and easy cooking lessons!
21 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with food, friends and fun!
28 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with food, friends and fun!
2 Feb 2022
Join Aunty Dale Chapman from My Dilly Bag for a bush tucker tasting table.

Wellbeing and Respect

16 Dec 2021
Explore and experience the concept of gratitude and its impact on wellbeing through art. Let your creative juices flow as you contribute to a group mural.
6 Jan 2022
Get creative with nature-inspired art in this unique mindfulness session. Using items you've discovered in nature, express yourself through photography or drawing.
7 Jan 2022
Come join UQ Wellbeing and creatively paint an individual canvas in your own style!
11 Jan 2022
Take time out for yourself and join us for a yoga class.
12 Jan 2022
Come and learn how to create your own embroidery artwork!
19 Jan 2022
Join us at our beautiful campus at St Lucia for the opportunity to reconnect with your deeper self and support your wellbeing.
19 Jan 2022
Come join UQ Wellbeing and creatively paint an individual canvas in your own style!
25 Jan 2022
Join us at our beautiful campus at St Lucia for the opportunity to reconnect with your deeper self and support your wellbeing.
25 Jan 2022
Take time out for yourself and join us for a yoga class.
3 Feb 2022
Is there a quote that inspires you? Embrace your creative side and explore the artistic possibilities around what inspires you with this art workshop.

Culture, Arts and Crafts

16 Dec 2021
Explore and experience the concept of gratitude and its impact on wellbeing through art. Let your creative juices flow as you contribute to a group mural.
6 Jan 2022
Get creative with nature-inspired art in this unique mindfulness session. Using items you've discovered in nature, express yourself through photography or drawing.
7 Jan 2022
Come join UQ Wellbeing and creatively paint an individual canvas in your own style!
7 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with Italian food, friends and fun!
12 Jan 2022
Come and learn how to create your own embroidery artwork!
14 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with Thai food, friends and fun!
15 Jan 2022
Visit one of the world's most iconic zoos! Australia Zoo is home to some of the coolest wildlife in Australia. Enjoy exciting wildlife shows and animal encounters.
19 Jan 2022
Come join UQ Wellbeing and creatively paint an individual canvas in your own style!
21 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with food, friends and fun!
28 Jan 2022
Join us for an evening filled with food, friends and fun!
2 Feb 2022
Join Aunty Dale Chapman from My Dilly Bag for a bush tucker tasting table.
3 Feb 2022
Is there a quote that inspires you? Embrace your creative side and explore the artistic possibilities around what inspires you with this art workshop.
3 Feb 2022
Singing and songwriting workshops led by UQ School of Music artist-researchers in partnership with Summer in Queensland and UQISS

Sports and Games

14 Dec 2021
Join in the summer fun of Badminton at the UQ sports centre. All levels are welcome!
15 Dec 2021
Learn how to harness your inner quarterback!
4 Jan 2022
Join in the summer fun of Futsal at the UQ sports centre. All levels are welcome to come along and have some fun!
6 Jan 2022
Join in the summer fun of Badminton at the UQ sports centre. All levels are welcome!
11 Jan 2022
Take time out for yourself and join us for a yoga class.
12 Jan 2022
Join us to experience T20 Cricket at the Gabba!
13 Jan 2022
Join in the summer fun of Basketball at the UQ Sports Centre!
15 Jan 2022
Visit one of the world's most iconic zoos! Australia Zoo is home to some of the coolest wildlife in Australia. Enjoy exciting wildlife shows and animal encounters.
18 Jan 2022
Join in the summer fun of Futsal at the UQ sports centre. All levels are welcome to come along and have some fun!
20 Jan 2022
Join in the summer fun of Badminton at the UQ sports centre. All levels are welcome!
25 Jan 2022
Take time out for yourself and join us for a yoga class.
27 Jan 2022
Join in the summer fun of Basketball at the UQ Sports Centre!
3 Feb 2022
Join in the summer fun of Futsal at the UQ sports centre. All levels are welcome to come along and have some fun!

Learn and Grow

30 Nov 2021
The recruitment essentials day is here to give you the skills you need to get started in applying for jobs!
13-17 December
Gain an understanding of the impact of everyday activities on our climate and the steps that can be taken to reduce emissions. This accredited 8-hour program can be undertaken either in-person or online.
16 Dec 2021
Explore and experience the concept of gratitude and its impact on wellbeing through art. Let your creative juices flow as you contribute to a group mural.
5 Jan 2022
Join the team from Multicultural Australia for some fun and easy cooking lessons!
6 Jan 2022
Get creative with nature-inspired art in this unique mindfulness session. Using items you've discovered in nature, express yourself through photography or drawing.
7 Jan 2022
Come join UQ Wellbeing and creatively paint an individual canvas in your own style!
12 Jan 2022
Come and learn how to create your own embroidery artwork!
14 Jan 2022
Join the team from Multicultural Australia for some fun and easy cooking lessons!
21 Jan 2022
Join the team from Multicultural Australia for some fun and easy cooking lessons!
2 Feb 2022
Join Aunty Dale Chapman from My Dilly Bag for a bush tucker tasting table.
3 Feb 2022
Singing and songwriting workshops led by UQ School of Music artist-researchers in partnership with Summer in Queensland and UQISS