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Night festival with a lit Ferris wheel, colourful flower beds and crowds under bright lights.
Visitors walk along a path lined with glowing blue light poles at a night time festival.
Fire performers entertain a crowd at night with flames, with lit “FLORIADE” sign behind.
Glowing pink and red flower lights illuminate a garden display at a night time festival.

NightFest 2026

Next on 1 Oct 2026 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm

NightFest 2026

Night festival with a lit Ferris wheel, colourful flower beds and crowds under bright lights.
Visitors walk along a path lined with glowing blue light poles at a night time festival.
Fire performers entertain a crowd at night with flames, with lit “FLORIADE” sign behind.
Glowing pink and red flower lights illuminate a garden display at a night time festival.

Overview

Floriade after dark. NightFest returns for four nights this October.

Commonwealth Park comes alive with light, colour, and energy — exciting performances, roving entertainment, illuminated blooms, immersive experiences, and late-night food.

Tickets on sale soon.

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1–4 Oct 2026
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Commonwealth ParkCommonwealth Avenue, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Facilities
  • Family Friendly

Contacts

[email protected]
floriadeaustralia.com

When

Next on 1 Oct 2026 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm

Where

Commonwealth Park, Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.
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