Major events

Witness the nation's best endurance riders going hard in Australia's most gruelling solo mountain bike race. The 24 Hour is a two day mountain biking event that tests riders' skills and endurance over a demanding course. Riders compete solo to complete the most laps in the 24 hour period. Enjoy exci...

See Australian Football League action here in the nation's capital! Watch 2009 final series contenders the Western Bulldogs go head to head with the Sydney Swans. Anything can happen this early in the season! Check their website for ticketing details. Book your accommodation now and make a weekend o...

Canberra’s ANZAC Day Dawn Service is one of the nation’s most moving ceremonies. Gather with thousands of Australians in the pre-dawn light to commemorate the 95th anniversary of the first military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces. Experience the emotion of the lone bugler playi...

Come and celebrate what's great about being an Aussie in the nation's capital. Enjoy something for everyone, from bush picnics and live music festivals to children's festivals. Stay for the fireworks finale and water spectacular on Lake Burley Griffin.

Australia Day Live is a national tribute to everything that is great about Australia and being Australian. It brings together the Australian of the Year Awards and some of Australia’s hottest home-grown music talent. Celebrate underneath the national flag at the apex of Parliament House, which is sp...

Be one of the first to preview this stunning new exhibition. See Australia’s democracy in its historical and geographical context. Discover how vibrant, innovative and controversial Australia's road to democracy has been. See George Washington’s writing set; on loan for the first time outside Americ...

The Canberra Festival is nine days of exhibitions, displays, sporting events, music, film, dance and theatre. Favourites include the Balloon Spectacular, the free family concert Celebrate in the Park and Canberra’s unique short film competition. See the Canberra Symphony play outdoors at Stage 88. E...

Celebrate the Canberra Festival in the air or on the ground. Both are great spots to enjoy the 2010 Canberra Festival Balloon Spectacular. There’s nothing like standing right next to a massive hot air balloon as it inflates and then rises gently into the skies. Witness the beauty of the balloons fl...

The Fireside Festival is a series of events celebrating winter. See yourself curling up by a crackling fire, tasting the best winter cuisine, enjoying glasses of nice red wine, discovering new places and experiences, relaxing with friends and family and immersing yourself in winter. Events include d...

With something special instore for 2010 you won't want to miss Floriade, Australia's celebration of spring. Over a million blooms will set the scene to stimulate all your senses. Be intrigued by the inspired garden bed designs. Get captivated by the artistic entertainment. Be fascinated with engag...

NightFest returns to Floriade with style in 2010! Experience an array of live entertainment and great activities set amongst spectacularly lit garden beds. See breathtaking views of the park and our city at night from the top of the giant ferris wheel. Shop for something special at the bustling nigh...

Don't miss this enigmatic superstar. See the record breaking and chart topping Lady Gaga live on stage. Enjoy a shifting artscape of the past, present and future. A live performance by Lady Gaga will leave you wondering how music survived without her. Tickets $89.90 from Ticketek.

Be one of the first to preview this incredible new exhibition on democracy. Ask yourself if you will stand up and be counted. Discover examples of those who have said yes. See how Australians can participate in the running of their country. Learn about organisations such as GetUp! and the Farmers Fe...

The National Gallery of Australia proudly presents Masterpieces from Paris: Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cézanne and beyond. This extraordinary exhibition is a first for Australia and will only be on show in Canberra. See major and numerous works by Vincent van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, Paul Cézanne, Georges Seurat...

Join in singing, dancing and non-stop entertainment at the National Folk Festival this Easter. Take part in a cultural celebration of traditional and contemporary music, dance, poetry and storytelling, staged in the nation’s capital during the Easter Break. Hundreds of the world’s best folk musicia...

Head to Canberra for the first game of the Bundaberg Rum Rugby Series! See the Qantas Wallabies take on Fiji. The islanders beat Canada, Japan and, Wales to reach the quarter finals of the 2007 Rugby World Cup but how will they handle the Canberra winter? Wrap up warm and see for yourself. Watch thi...

Experience delights from the Canberra region's local fine food and wine specialists. Bring a hamper and a rug, and enjoy the local thoroughbred racing industry talent. Free entry.

At 11.00 am on 11 November 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of continuous warfare. This year marks the 92nd anniversary of the armistice on 11 November. Australians pause to remember those who fought and died for Australia’s cause in all wars and armed conf...

This event is the total triathlon package: a sumptuous banquet of triathlon for athletes and spectators. There is a children's race, novice event, sprint and olympic distances and the Sri Chinmoy Peace Triathlon. All the action revolves around the sublime Yarralumla Bay; utilising Canberra's superb ...

Four exclusive nights only on 5th, 6th, 12th and 13th March! Enjoy your own unique evening experience at Masterpieces from Paris: Van Gogh, Gauguin, Cézanne and beyond. Make the most of late night viewings, introductory art talks each half hour, and music and shopping in the gallery. See headline ac...

See the current dons of dance performing on a three-dimensional super structure! Hear the biggest Warehouse sound system to date pumping out sounds from; The Bloody Beetroots Death Crew 77 , Steve Angello, MSTKFT, Ferry Corsten, LMFAO, Marco V, Green Velvet, Kid Sister, Bingo Players and more. Wareh...

Experience water like never before in this thought-provoking, entertaining and inspiring exhibition. Learn how water shapes our planet and nearly every aspect of our lives. Be inspired by water stories from around the world. Discover what you and your family can do to protect and conserve our planet...

Wine, Roses and all that Jazz celebrates the art of the grape in Canberra. Get out to one of the 25 wineries and local businesses. Sample award-winning wines, indulge in gourmet food, relax to live music in the vineyards, and take a wine tour and meet Canberra's passionate vignerons. Tell your frien...