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What's on in Canberra

Not only does Canberra put on some of the nation’s biggest festivals and blockbuster exhibitions, we also have a thriving calendar of foodie events, markets, performances, family-friendly activities, sport, and live music.

Canberra's events and festivals celebrate our four distinct seasons with glorious Floriade in spring, the power of Summernats in summer, Enlighten Festival in autumn, The Truffle Festival in winter, and live music all year round. That’s just a taste – start searching our event calendar to find what’s on in Canberra.

Featured events

South Korean girl group Aespa group photo.
12 Dec 2025 – 10 May 2026

Hallyu! The Korean Wave

Next on today from 9:00am to 5:00pm
A man standing in a gallery space with indigenous poles
6 Dec 2025 – 26 Apr 2026

5th National Indigenous Art Triennial

Next on today
A vibrant acrylic artwork depicting artist Kaylene Whiskey soaring surrounded by colourful elements.
15 Nov 2025 – 9 Mar 2026

Super Kaylene Whiskey

Next on today from 10:00am to 5:00pm
sunset Cinema, outdoor movies, Canberra, events, food, wine, cheese, bar, picnic
20 Nov 2025 – 28 Feb 2026

Sunset Cinema Canberra

Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 10:30pm
Wide shot view of Manuka Oval filled with fans
22 Dec 2025

BBL: Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat

Next on today from 7:15pm to 10:15pm

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Two first nations elders in sitting in country near Amaroona at sunset with hand carved spears
6 Aug 2025 – 29 Mar 2026

Kulata Tjuta: Tirkilpa

National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
Next on 24 Dec 2025
GRUB
9 May 2024 – 23 Dec 2026

Goulburn Regional Ukulele Band Sessions

The Goulburn Club, Goulburn
Next on 24 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm
Mother and young daughter enjoying high tea at Parliament House
12 Dec 2025 – 1 Mar 2026

High tea at Australian Parliament House

Australian Parliament House, Canberra
Next on 26 Dec 2025 from 11:00am to 2:00pm
UC Capitals player driving to the basket for a layup during a WNBL game.
27 Dec 2025

UC Capitals v Sydney Flames - Round 11

AIS Arena, Bruce
Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm
sunset Cinema, outdoor movies, Canberra, events, food, wine, cheese, bar, picnic
20 Nov 2025 – 28 Feb 2026

Sunset Cinema Canberra

The Australian National Botanic Gardens, Acton
Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 10:30pm
Be captivated by the grace and allure of Luna’s Cabaret Dancers while our DJs create the rhythm of t
13 Dec 2025 – 28 Nov 2026

Luna Saturdays

Luna, Canberra
Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 4:00pm to 11:59pm
Join us at the Southern Harvest Farmers Market in Bungendore
4 Jan – 27 Dec 2025

Southern Harvest Farmers Market

Village Square - Corner of Malbon and Ellendon streets, Bungendore
Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Riverbank Park Run
18 Jan 2025 – 10 Jan 2026

Riverbank Park Run

Riverbank Park, Yass
Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 8:00am to 10:00am
T20 superstar Marcus Stoinis in action for the Melbourne Stars
28 Dec 2025

BBL: Melbourne Stars v Sydney Thunder

Manuka Oval, Griffith
Next on 28 Dec 2025 from 7:15pm to 10:15pm
NYE Canberra Fireworks
31 Dec 2025

New Year's Eve Canberra

Lake Burley Griffin, Greenway
Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 11:59pm
Coin history displays at the Mint
3 Jan – 5 Dec 2026

Quiet Mornings at the Mint

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 3 Jan 2026 from 9:00am to 10:00am
UC Capitals player shooting the basketball while a defender closes in.
4 Jan 2026

UC Capitals v Perth Lynx - Round 12

AIS Arena, Bruce
Next on 4 Jan 2026 from 11:30am to 2:30pm
Joao Fonseca celebrating Workday Canberra International 2026 win
4–10 Jan 2026

Workday Canberra International 2026

Canberra Tennis Centre, Lyneham
Next on 4 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 5:00pm
A young girl busy at a crafting table with colourful art supplies.
5–25 Jan 2026

School Holidays Activities at the Museum of Australian Democracy

Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House, Parkes
Next on 5 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Kites in Sky
6–14 Jan 2026

Kite Making - Holiday program

National Arboretum Canberra, Molonglo
Next on 6 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 10:45am
Kids enjoying Mini-Minties activities at the Mint
6–20 Jan 2026

Mini-Minties - Animals on Australian coins

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 6 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00am
a hand holding 2 traded coins at the Mint
7–21 Jan 2026

Kids Coin Trade

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 7 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
Summernats Braddon
8–10 Jan 2026

Summernats Braddon Fringe Festival

Lonsdale St, Braddon, Braddon
Next on 8 Jan 2026 from 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Elite Hall
8–11 Jan 2026

Street Machine Summernats 38

Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC), Mitchell
Next on 8 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00pm
Kids overlooking the factory at the Mint
8–22 Jan 2026

Mini-Minties: Coin shapes, colours and movement!

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 8 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00am
Three children with a guide and titan the robot pouring coins
8–22 Jan 2026

Mintventures - Spies, codes and coins!

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 8 Jan 2026 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Murrumbateman Rec Grounds
14 Dec 2024 – 28 Mar 2026

Murrumbateman Village Market

Murrumbateman Village Market, Murrumbateman
Next on 10 Jan 2026 from 9:00am to 1:00pm
Binalong Markets
11 Jan – 13 Dec 2026

Binalong Community Markets

Cafe On Queen, Binalong
Next on 11 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
NAA: A1200, L56937
12–23 Jan 2026

Up, up and away holiday program

National Archives of Australia, Parkes
Next on 12 Jan 2026 from 10:15am to 2:30pm
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