NIGHTFEST – FRIDAY 4 TO SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER
Explore Floriade’s dark side as NightFest returns with a new and exciting program of after-dark entertainment and horticultural illuminations. Each evening over the weekend, the park will be illuminated with colour and entertainment, stalls, and delicious food. See what’s on offer here.
CANBERRA ART BIENNIAL – FRIDAY 4 TO SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER
Running for four weeks, a biennial contemporary art festival will be held across various locations in Canberra. Explore the city and discover art hidden around iconic landscapes such as Lake Burley Griffin, and multiple venues, like Such and Such, The Vault, and Verity Lane. Find out all the info here.
SPACE TIME AT THE VAULT – FRIDAY 4 TO SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER
The Vault’s sublime cinematic experience of deep space and time has been reimagined. Step into the beauty and mysteries of the universe from 27 September to 13 October for the spring school holidays. Multiple sessions will be available to experience, from Space Time!, Bright Stars, Darker Matter and New Experiences. Find out what each one has on offer and get your tickets here.
FLORIADE – FRIDAY 4 TO MONDAY 7 OCTOBER
Celebrating its 37th year, Floriade is on at Commonwealth Park this weekend. With this year’s theme of Art in Bloom, one million beautiful flowers have transformed Canberra into a vibrant canvas of colour and creativity. The program offers art exhibitions, entertainment, music, food and drinks, horticultural and artistic workshops, market traders, recreational activities, and more. Get all the info here.
COLOUR FRENZY – SUNDAY 6 OCTOBER
Grab the kids, some friends, or workmates and join everyone walking, jogging, skipping, hopping, or running together in the Colour Frenzy festival. Filled with vibrant colours, thrilling obstacles, exciting games, and fantastic giveaways. This one is not just about having a great time, the event also supports local animal rescues in Canberra and adds meaning to the experience. Get all the deets here.
