Until 31 DecFree
Australian War Memorial — New Galleries
Seven thousand square metres of new galleries covering Afghanistan, peacekeeping and the daily Last Post ceremony.
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Updated 8 November 2026 · events curated by Morning Post
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Until 31 Jan 2027Free
Blueprints for Temples
Thought-provoking exploration of body and architecture in contemplative spaces, offering fresh perspectives on sacred design.
Find out more →Until 28 Nov
Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA
Live strings perform iconic Queen and ABBA hits in an intimate candlelit setting.
Find out more →Until 28 Nov
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Iconic film scores by Hans Zimmer performed by candlelight in an intimate gallery theatre setting.
Find out more →Selected dates
Museum Highlights Tour | 1pm Daily
Guided afternoon walk through the museum's most compelling collections, stories and objects with expert insight.
Find out more →Until 31 Dec
Questacon — Curiosity: Building Breakthroughs in LEGO
Perfect for grandkids—interactive science exhibits plus spectacular LEGO models including rockets and space builds.
Find out more →Until 8 Nov
Canberra Flamenco Workshop Series 1
A weekend introduction to flamenco rhythm and movement, a lively way to learn something new and meet fellow dance lovers.
Find out more →8 Nov · From 10am
Los Workshops – Rhythm, Dance & Culture
Go deeper into Latin American rhythm, dance and culture! Join visiting and local artists for hands-on flamenco, Cuban percussion and dance, and Brazilian pandeiru and samba workshops. Learn from SENES Flamenco, Suns of Mercury and Mestre Loki.
Find out more →Every Sunday 9:30am-2:30pm
Old Bus Depot Markets
Browse 200+ stalls of handmade crafts, artisan food and local produce at this beloved Sunday market.
Find out more →Selected dates
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
Adele's most beloved songs reimagined by string quartet in a stunning candlelit National Gallery performance.
Find out more →Until 18 Dec
Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
String quartet performs Michael Jackson classics by candlelight in the intimate Gallery theatre setting.
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Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Experience Vivaldi's masterpiece performed by candlelight in the National Gallery's intimate theatre setting.
Find out more →8 Nov
Music Theatre Projects - Path Fundraising Concert
Local music theatre performers come together on a Sunday for a fundraising concert of show tunes in a community setting.
Find out more →Selected dates
The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute
Relive the golden era of jazz with classics from Sinatra and Armstrong in The Abbey's atmospheric setting.
Find out more →Every Sunday afternoon
Barefoot Bowls at Canberra Bowling Club
Two hours on the greens with equipment and quick intro, walk-ins welcome.
Find out more →Daily 11am & 2pmFree
Free Guided Walk at the Botanic Gardens
Volunteer guides lead one-hour strolls through rainforest gully and eucalypt lawns, no booking needed.
Find out more →Every Saturday, Sunday and Monday
Guided Forest Walk at the National Arboretum
Hour-long forest walk with volunteer guides through tree collections, five dollars per adult.
Find out more →Until 4 Dec
UC Capitals v Bendigo Spirit
Women's basketball at its best as Canberra's WNBL team takes on Victorian rivals at AIS Arena.
Selected dates
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
Classical ballet meets modern stagecraft in this luminous reimagining of the beloved Cinderella fairytale.
Find out more →Until 1 Dec
Canberra Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows
Interactive outdoor mystery theatre where you solve clues and uncover secrets throughout Civic Square.
Find out more →8 Nov
Secret Garden in Canberra
A theatrical adaptation bringing the classic Secret Garden story to life on stage.
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