Curious about daily life in the past? Join the National Library’s Education team as they time travel back 50 years! Participants will explore the new exhibition 1975: Living in the Seventies, then make creative responses to the fashion and food from the time. All craft materials will be supplied. This activity is suitable for children […]
Tuggeranong Arts Centre’s October school-holiday program gives children a chance to show off their creativity. Guided by a team of professional artists, musicians, dancers, and actors, the one-day Art and Action program is an action-packed visual and performing arts school holiday explosion of creative joy.
Reflect on the women’s liberation movement of the 1970s and examine what feminist activism looks like today. Catherine Dwyer, Elizabeth Reid, and Biff Ward will sit down with Virginia Haussegger to discuss the evolution of feminism in Australia and the making of the acclaimed documentary 'Brazen Hussies'. The conversation will be followed by a screening […]
Landowner, Carolyn Larcombe, has a fascinating and important story to tell about Wandiyali~Environa Wildlife Sanctuary, a 300ha private nature reserve on the doorstep of Canberra. She will discuss its history, current projects, and forward thinking. All very welcome.
The Lake Moon Festival, one of Asia’s most cherished traditions, celebrates the full moon as a symbol of reunion, harmony, and gratitude. Families and friends gather to share mooncakes, exchange wishes, and light lanterns, fostering connections across generations and cultures. This year marks our 5th annual celebration and the festival’s first three-day outdoor edition, featuring: […]
The next South Canberra Community Markets is on Saturday 4 October, 10am-2pm. Feed the farm animals, do a scavenger hunt or try your luck in the sideshow alley games. Pick out a unique handmade gift at one of the stalls. Try heaps of yum street food. And enjoy the live music in the relaxing country atmosphere of […]
Large format photography is a beautiful way to get exquisite detail in photographs and take a slower approach to making images. Over a weekend, you will learn the basics of large format photography – from camera knowledge and theory to creating detailed contact prints of your images in the darkroom. For those who have shot […]
Canberra Psychic Fair is back at the Albert Hall! Come and spend some time over the weekend browsing through beautiful stalls featuring handmade products, crystals, jewellery, psychic drawings, wax art readings, aura photography, healers and so much more. You can come and get a reading from one of our brilliant psychics from all over Australia, […]
Storm Damage are holding their 19th fight show... The Canberra region premier & biggest MMA platform, come and see Mixed Martial Arts as it's meant to be seen live and in it's truest form. With the largest MMA cage in Australia, this is it, it's go time! Australia's best MMA fighters will be competing in […]
The Canberra Collectables Fair is run on the first Sunday of the month (Feb to Nov) in conjunction with the ACT & District Coin Club. The fair is predominantly Coins, Stamps, and postcards. Entry Free Located at Garran Adventure Scout Hall - 123 Kitchener St, Garran. Be aware that there are 2 scout halls in […]
Filled with unforgettable musical numbers performed by Bowie, amazing puppetry, and a fantastical world of quirky creatures, Labyrinth has become a timeless classic. Perfect for kids and families, this holiday screening is a chance to share the magic of this enchanting tale with a new generation.
Join the National Library of Australia and internationally acclaimed American novelist Eric Puchner for a special event focused on his new novel, 'Dream State'. Renowned for the sheer beauty of his sentences and immersive storytelling, Puchner has earned numerous prestigious accolades, including as a winner of a California Book Award and as a finalist for […]