Whether you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate the Christmas season or you just simply want an excuse to leave the house, we’ve got all the top activities and things to see in Canberra this weekend.
Christmas in the Park – Saturday 12 December
Celebrate the opening of Ginninderry’s new Community Recreation Park by heading down and enjoying a range of food stalls, live music, Christmas craft and activities and a special screening of the Polar Express. The event kicks off at 5:30pm until 9:40pm and is free however, you need to register your spot as tickets are limited! Get yours here.
Flix ‘n Dickson – Saturday 12 December
Take the whole family for a picnic and free movie at Dickson’s Post Office Courtyard. Kicking off at 6pm with entertainment from Lucy Sparkles and friends followed by a screening of Rise of the Guardians at 8pm. The event organisers also urge you to support local and grab something for dinner in the area to bring along for your picnic. Tickets are free but to secure your spot register here.
Christmas Gifts Workshop – Saturday 12 December
Get hands on and create thoughtful Christmas gifts for someone you love. Essential Happiness Potions will assist and guide you through a creative workshop where you will create gifts infused with 100% essential oils. After the two-hour workshop you will have made bath salts, serums, body oils, green cleaning sprays and more! Book your tickets now.
Martini Degustation – Saturday 12 December
Learn just how Mr Bond likes it with the help of The Martini Whisperer at Hotel Realm from 4pm. Get all the tips and tricks to the best martini including alcohol types and garnishes. Check out their Facebook event page for more.
Cookies with Mrs Claus – Saturday 12 December
Mrs Claus is making a surprise visit to City Walk in Civic during 9:30am to 12:30pm and wants your kids to help her bake some delicious cookies. They will learn to decorate Santa’s favourite cookies and then later taste their creations and wash them down with a big glass of milk. Tickets are $10 with all proceeds going directly to the GIVIT charity. Book your kids in for one of the sessions here.
Pilates in the Vineyard – Saturday 12 December
Spend your Saturday arvo with a Pilates class lead by Lucas Studios in the vineyard of Enotria Wines in Bungendore. Then later enjoy a cheeky wine tasting as you soak up the views. There are three sessions running from 1:30pm to 4:30pm for $30, secure yours now!
Underground Spirits Experience – Saturday 12 & Sunday 13 December
Get to know your local distillery and learn a little about Gin, with Underground Spirits Pop Up Urban Distillery Experience at the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre overlooking Lake Burley Griffin. The team will take you through a 45-minute talk about their distillery, the history of Gin, the production process, the botanical flavours they use and how to make the best G&T. Also included are four sample tastings and one G&T Long Drink. There are two times available on Saturday and Sunday, book your tickets now!
Christmas German Markets – Sunday 13 December
The very popular German Markets are back this Sunday at Harmonie German Club to celebrate Christmas! Get your hands on the usual German deli products, breads and cakes, wines and beer and handmade crafts. Then let the kids run wild and enjoy the jumping castle and a visit from Santa. Open from 9am – 1pm treat yourself to a German feast, and if you don’t want to miss out or wait in lines you can pre-order now on their online deli and get all your favourites. Check out Harmonie’s Facebook page for all the info and pre-orders.
The Pop Inn at Haig Park – Sunday 13 December
Canberra’s favourite pop up wine bar, The Pop Inn will be at Haig Park from 2-7pm serving up top notch wines for you to try, along with delicious meat and cheese tasting plates. Get all the latest updates on their website.
Lightpainting Workshop – Sunday 13 December
Interesting in photography? Want to broaden your skills and learn something new? 50eight photography is hosting a light painting workshop at Canberra Nara Peace Park at 7:30-9:30pm where they will teach you to techniques of the bright art form. With your own camera you will be shown typical camera settings to create varying light sources and once your colourful photos are taken you will also be guided through and editing tutorial on photoshop and how to blend images. Due to social distancing only six are allowed in the class so secure your spot now!
Xmas Sloth Painting at Boardwalk Bar & Nightclub – Sunday 13 December
Test your painting skills at Boardwalk Bar for a night of fun and most importantly to de-stress with their painting class. You will be guided through a two-hour session and by the end you will have created your own version of a cute Xmas Sloth. Tickets are $70 each and all necessary materials are provided. No experience is required so get your hands on tickets for you and your friends. More info here.
Carols by Candlelight Canberra – Sunday 13 December
Join the Woden Valley Youth Choir from 7:30pm as they sing your favourite Christmas Carols at Stage 88. Alternatively, this year they have partnered with ABC Canberra allowing the performance to be live streamed on ABC Canberra’s Facebook page, broadcasted on 666 AM and available via ABC listen if you wish to tune in at home. Get all the info and book in here.
