THE TASTE FESTIVAL – FRIDAY 24 – SUNDAY 26 MAY
Savour premium wines, craft spirits and gourmet food at this year’s Taste Festival. Held at the Casino Canberra from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 May, you will have ample opportunity to taste your way through over 15 exhibitors and get to know the winemakers and distillers behind your favourite brands. Exhibitors include Canberra’s Ambrosia Distillery, Contentious Character, Antipodes Gin, and The Canberra Distillery, as well Hart of the Barossa, Manly Spirits, Petersons Wines, and Genista Wines. The VIP experience is inclusive of a glass of bubbles on arrival, unlimited wine tastings and a charcuterie plate. Tickets are on sale now, visit The Taste Festival Canberra to book.
MIDNIGHT BAR TEQUILA MASTERCLASS – SATURDAY 25 MAY
Calling all seasoned tequila drinkers and novices. To further celebrate Mexican Fiesta Month, join Midnight Bar for an exclusive Tequila Masterclass event that will have you discovering the secrets of tequila craftsmanship. For one night only, you will be guided in an exclusive tequila tasting and learn what it takes to master your very own buzzy cocktail, all while grazing upon Mexican-inspired bites to share. With a margarita on arrival, and delicious snacks to be enjoyed, be sure to secure your ticket here.
SKIN BALANCE AT GUNGAHLIN MARKETPLACE – SATURDAY 25 MAY
Join Gungahlin Marketplace and some of their favourite retailers, and discover expert wellness and beauty secrets from the leading experts. This Saturday, join the experts at Skin Balance as they guide you through the intricacies of skincare. Explore the reasons behind skin changes, the factors influencing them, and effective strategies for maintaining skin health. Plus, one fortunate participant will be gifted a complimentary face mask! See the full schedule here.
WALK-W-ME THE GALA – SATURDAY 25 MAY
WALK-W-ME, a local mental health initiative that brings people together every Sunday to walk, talk and create a safe space is hosting its first-ever gala event. On Saturday, they are swapping activewear for suits and dresses at Hotel Realm. Encouraging the WWM community as well as newcomers, as with all their weekly walks, the focus of the night is to improve mental health through the community. Tickets are $165 and include a three-course meal, open bar, entertainment, photographer and a lucky door prize. Get all the info here.
RAIDERS VS ROOSTER AT GIO STADIUM – SATURDAY 25 MAY
Cheer on the Canberra Raiders as they take on the Sydney Roosters in the NRL Indigenous Round. It will be a big day at GIO Stadium, with the Raiders Jersey Flegg team kicking off the day, followed by the NSW Cup and then the NRL. Spend your Saturday the right way with an afternoon of footy fun for the whole family! Get your tickets here.
MILLION PAWS WALK – SUNDAY 26 MAY
This Sunday is Australia’s 30th annual Million Paws Walk event, and is easily Canberra’s biggest dog party of the year. Down at Patrick White Lawns, it’s a great day for the animal-loving community to get together with their dogs. There will be puppy paw print artwork, lick artwork, market stalls, agility courses along with the five kilometre walk around Lake Burley Griffin. Get your tickets here.
RECONCILIATION DAY AT COMMONWEALTH PARK – MONDAY 27 MAY
Mark Reconciliation Day with a family-friendly event at Commonwealth Park! Witness a traditional Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country before exploring the numerous free activities available around the grounds. This event showcases Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, food, music and entertainment as part of National Reconciliation Week celebrations. Find all the info here.
