National Multicultural Festival – Friday 16 to Sunday 18 February

Canberra’s highly-anticipated Multicultural Festival is back for another three days of culture, music, dance, food and more! One of the city’s biggest celebrations, be wowed by performers in the iconic parade, taste your way through the diverse food stalls, dance along to the many musical performances, join a cultural workshop and so much more. Get all the info here.

Tiger Lane Lunar New Year – Friday 16 to Sunday 18 February

Tiger Lane is celebrating Lunar New Year with a month of festive cuisine, activities, performances and demonstrations. For food, indulge in a special menu of Cantonese Lobster and Singapore-style mud crab with your choice of two set menus at Mrs Wang. There will also be live cooking demonstrations and free samples of sweets that are traditionally eaten on the final day of Lunar New Year with family. Across the precinct also see lion and dragon dancers celebrating good luck and fortune, and a giant panda mascot to take pictures with kids. Feel like 2024 will be your year? Try your luck at the Wishing Tree and Wheel of Fortune to win prizes! Check out the full itinerary and make a booking on Tiger Lane’s website.

10 Yards Pizza and Vino – Saturday 17 February

It’s no secret that these two go together just perfectly, but have you mastered the art of cooking pizza and pairing it with the perfect wine? Join 10 Yards for a pizza and vino workshop and learn how to make good pizza dough and sauce bases before putting on your favourite toppings and pairing it with lots of wine. Book now.

Templo Theatre Velvet Vice Dinner and a Show – Saturday 17 February

Templo Theatre is officially open and kicking things off with a special dinner and a show. Velvet Vice – a cabaret and burlesque night featuring a series of vintage circus magic will be taking to the stage, whisking you away to a realm of otherworldly allure. Crafted and curated by internationally acclaimed choreographer, David Camm, experience the era’s finest, fittest and most ferocious performers while you enjoy a delicious meal and drinks. Book now.

Luna Balkan Nights – Saturday 17 February

Join Luna Bar this Saturday night for an evening of music and dance as they celebrate Multicultural Week with a special Balkan Night. Alongside an epic feast, enjoy exciting performances by HighKix Cabaret as they bring the essence of Blakan parties to life. Get your tickets online.

Amici Tipsy Sundaze – Sunday 18 February

Amici is making sure your weekend doesn’t end on a flat note with Tipsy Sundaze. Happening every Sunday, unwind, sip and savour Amici’s Italian menu and enjoy the best of Canberra’s music scene. This week, local artist Mat Paese will be playing from 2:30-5pm. Book a table.