Parliament House Spring High Tea – Friday 14 October
Enjoy a traditional high tea lunch with a view of the spring courtyards of Parliament House. The Queen’s Terrace Café’s executive chef will create sweet and savoury delights with matching refreshments. Book your table online.
The Wizard’s Den Pop-Up Bar – Friday 14 and Saturday 15 October
A marvellously magical Wizard Den is coming to Zoo Bar and if you’ve ever wanted to step into a fantasy world of potions and spells, this is for you. During the 90-minute immersive magical pop-up bar, attending wizards and witches will put on their robes and sip mead as they brew potions, cast spells and complete challenges to unlock ingredients. The magical potions bar experience includes an IPA or mulled wine and two alcoholic potions and help from their potion master. Have underaged wizards and witches who might be interested? There will also be family-friendly sessions available. Book now.
Floriade – Friday 14 to Sunday 16 October
Floriade, Australia’s biggest celebration of spring returns for another beautiful season. Kicking off this weekend, walk through Commonwealth Park and explore over one million blooms, music, cultural celebrations, food and wine, horticultural workshops, market traders, artistic displays, entertainment, recreational activities and more! This is the last week to check it out! Get all the details online.
Morning Tea and Painting at Paint Pinot – Saturday 15 October
Learn how to paint a beautiful flora artwork while you sip on bubbles and enjoy homemade scones, jam and cream. Over three hours, a helpful instructor will guide you through each step to create your masterpiece and supply you with everything you need. Book now.
Tea Connoisseur Floriade Tea Tasting Package – Saturday 15 October
In line with Canberra’s spring festival Floriade, Tea Connoisseur is hosting a premium spring tea-tasting experience. Along with a variety of spring-limited teas, enjoy a range of desserts including white tea panna cotta, Japanese matcha puff and dark chocolate & hazelnut tart. Book now.
The Little Burley Market – Saturday 15 October
Soak up the Canberra spring weather at the new lakeside Little Burley Market. A beautifully curated gourmet food and artisan market, pick up wonderful goodies to take home including locally made gifts, pastries and cheeses or sample a range of delicious food options as you walk through. Right near Floriade, make a day of it and explore the two! Find out all the information here.
Jindii EcoSpa Women’s Wellness Workshop – Sunday 16 October
Inviting a group of guest speakers in the creative wellness and local entrepreneur space, Jindii EcoSpa is hosting a women’s wellness workshop. Exploring health topics and what it means to live a balanced lifestyle, learn a range of helpful tips and tricks and connect with other like-minded women. Purchase your ticket here.