International Day of Democracy – A Fun Family Day at Parliament House
Next on 14 Sep 2025 from 10:00am to 2:00pmInternational Day of Democracy – A Fun Family Day at Parliament House
Overview
Celebrate the principles at the heart of Australia's democracy with a day of discovery, reflection, and fun for all ages!
Curious about how democracy works? Join the activities and tours designed to help families and visitors explore the workings of Parliament House.
Highlights include guided tours of the Chambers where Australia's democracy unfolds and insights into Australia's democratic history – past, present, and future.
First observed in 2008, International Day of Democracy is a United Nations initiative held annually on 15 September. It's a chance to reflect on the state of democracy around the world and explore what it means here in Australia.
Dates
14 Sep 2025Australian Parliament House1 Parliament Drive, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Facilities
- Carpark
- Family Friendly
- Parents Room
- Public Toilet
- Restaurant
- Electric Vehicle Charging Point
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.