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Westfield North Lakes is bringing Disney and Pixar’s Cars to life with a week-long craft zone, giving families a chance to create keepsakes inspired by Lightning McQueen and friends.

Daily Creative Fun for Kids

The Disney Cars Craft Zone runs from Saturday, 20 September to Friday, 26 September at Centre Court near Concierge. Activities are open daily between 10 am and 1 pm, with new projects featured across the week. Entry is free and open to children and families.

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Each day of the program offers a different craft activity linked to the Cars theme. Children can customise tote bags, decorate pencil cases, or paint their own Cars plasters. The variety means families returning on multiple days can experience something new each visit.

More Than Crafts

The Craft Zone is part of a wider school holiday line-up at Westfield North Lakes. Alongside the Cars activities, children can join a paid LUSH workshop from 1 to 3 October, where participants create their own bath bomb or bubble bar.

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Event Cinemas, Planet Arcade, and nearby dining options add further entertainment for families spending the day at the centre.

Added Bonus for Members

Along with the craft activities, Westfield members are eligible to enter a competition running until 13 October. The prize is a three-night family trip to Disneyland Resort in California, including access to Cars Land. The package covers return flights for two adults and two children, provided in partnership with Flight Centre.

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In partnership with Disney, Westfield is offering members a chance to win a 3-night family holiday to Disneyland Resort in California, including Cars Land, thanks to Flight Centre. Enter daily via the Westfield app from 18 September to 13 October

Community-Focused School Holiday Activities

Westfield highlights the program as a family-friendly way to keep children engaged during the break. The North Lakes page also points out quieter hours in the centre for visitors who prefer a calmer environment.

By mixing free events with bookable activities, the centre aims to provide options for all families across the holiday period.

Published 24-September-2025

Grab your wand and round up your mates, Red Lock Escape Rooms in North Lakes is now home to a spell-filled escape experience for wannabe witches and wizards.

A Spellbinding Local Experience

Red Lock Escape Rooms in North Lakes has launched The Wizard’s Apprentice, a family-friendly escape room for ages 8 and up. Set in a magical academy, players solve puzzles and cast spells to earn full wizard status and unlock the FELMAS 2000 broom.

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Located in Westfield North Lakes, the escape room offers private sessions for 2–6 players, combining fun with teamwork and problem-solving, perfect for families and young adventurers.

Designed for the Community

With moderate difficulty, the escape room suits both newcomers and return players. Blending classic puzzles with interactive tech, it offers a fun, cooperative challenge for families, friends, and schools alike.

While the experience draws clear inspiration from the Harry Potter universe, Red Lock Escape Rooms does not use any licensed names or characters. Instead, it builds its own magical world with familiar themes to spark the imagination of fans without directly copying the source material.

The activity has become a drawcard in the area, offering something unique for Brisbane’s northern suburbs. With school holidays and weekend bookings filling fast, organisers recommend planning ahead to secure a spot. Sessions are available throughout the week, with flexible time slots to suit different group sizes and needs.

Access and Booking

Red Lock Escape Rooms is located at 1 North Lakes Drive, opposite Grill’d in Westfield North Lakes. Bookings can be made online through the venue’s official website. While the experience is not wheelchair accessible, the venue can accommodate various group requirements upon request.

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As interest grows among Brisbane locals looking for new ways to connect and spend time together, experiences like The Wizard’s Apprentice offer more than entertainment. They help create shared memories rooted in teamwork and imagination.

Published 7-April-2025

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Disney Cars Take Over Westfield North Lakes These School Holidays