• 6-Week Short Course: Lights, Camera, Animation

    Greenway Reed Street North, 137, Greenway, ACT

    Eleanor and Giovanni will guide you through an exploration of the world of claymation and stop-motion, as well as sharing specialised techniques in how to create your own scenes and characters.

  • Battle of the Bands: Lakeside Jam

    Greenway Reed Street North, 137, Greenway, ACT

    6 incredible young bands will take to the lakeside stage on 1 November. Expect high voltage performances of original songs and crowd favorites at this free, all ages event.

  • The Roy Orbison Story

    Queanbeyan Crawford Street, 253, Queanbeyan, NSW

    Experience the wonder of Roy Orbison in this brilliant theatrical portrayal of the man, his music, his voice, and his life. You will find yourself believing you are in his presence, transported back in time, reliving the emotion of each of his songs and the stories of his life. Mark Shelley is simply brilliant in […]

  • Halloween Reloaded

    Canberra London Circuit, 143, Canberra, ACT

    Baileys Arcade, Saturday 1st November 2025 7pm – Late – Reload Bar & Games, Canberra's premier destination for gaming enthusiasts, is excited to announce its return for a Halloween party that’s not to be missed! Over the past decade, Reload Bar & Games had become a staple in the Canberra social scene, offering a unique […]

  • The Canberra Collectables Fair (Coins, Stamps, Postcards)

    Garran Kitchener Street, 123, Garran, ACT

    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 […]

  • Gunning Train Station – 150 Years Celebration

    Gunning Gunning, NSW

    On Sunday 2 November, the historic Gunning Railway Station will come alive with a free community festival celebrating two major milestones: the 150th anniversary of the station’s opening and the second birthday of Connect@Gunning Station.

  • Compassionate Stakes Nup to the Cup

    Celebrate kindness and say Nup to the Cup at the Compassionate Stakes Day. Join in with inflatable T-Rex races, Unicorn dashes, and there will be kids’ games, great food, and more! Compassionate Stakes is a fun, animal-friendly day out supporting rescued animals at Little Oak Sanctuary.

  • Spring Roller Disco – Spring Out x Varsity Derby League

    Denman Prospect Bielski Street, 2, Denman Prospect, ACT

    Put on your skates and get ready to roll into spring! 🌸✨ Our Spring Roller Disco is the ultimate way to shake off the winter blues—think funky beats, colourful outfits, and good vibes all around. Roll your own way on skates, scooters (non-electric), or unicycles. Dress in your brightest spring flair, grab your friends, and […]

  • Multilingual poetry/prose reading

    Bring your favourite snippets of literature to share and celebrate our beautiful languages Any language, free translations welcomed Location: The Old Barn Gallery 18 Beltana Rd Pialligo, ACT

  • Book launch: The Shortest History of Australia

    Parkes Parkes Place West, Parkes, ACT

    Mark McKenna sits down with Frank Bongiorno to discuss Mark’s new book and how it came together at the National Library of Australia. In The Shortest History of Australia, Mark McKenna offers a compelling new version of our national story. This is a modern Australia permeated by First Nations history; a multicultural society with an […]

  • Film Developing and Scanning Workshop

    Griffith Manuka Circle, 30, Griffith, ACT

    In this workshop, you will be guided through the process of developing your own 35mm or 120 black and white film in the photo access film developing room. Your tutor will also give you a detailed demonstration of how to scan your negatives using the PhotoAccess Digital Suite. Once you have completed the class and […]

  • Power and Vision: Australia and the South Pacific Commission

    Parkes Parkes Place West, Parkes, ACT

    Join 2025 National Library of Australia Fellow, Dr Alexis Bergantz, to discuss his recent Fellowship research focused on the history of the South Pacific Commission. In 1947, Australia helped establish the South Pacific Commission (SPC, now the Pacific Community) to promote cooperation and improve the welfare of Pacific peoples. Based in Noumea, it was the […]