Thought March was busy? Here are 65+events to fill April
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You thought there was a lot going on in Canberra in March? Well, April is here to change that.
This jam-packed list will give you more than 60 reasons to avoid hibernation during these cooler Canberra days—and the best part is, there’s something for the whole family.
School Holidays
Tuff Nutterz Canberra
Measuring almost 300 square metres, Australia’s largest inflatable obstacle course is back to cause some chaos for the whole family. This supersize inflatable maze is packed with 30 fun and challenging obstacles to complete, including huge slides, climbing walls, hanging rails, balance balls and more! The kids will have a blast and so will you…if you’re game to try.
Friday 7 until Sunday 23 April | Parkes Place Lawns, King Edward Terrace, Parkes | Book here.
Playful Endeavour
Playful Endeavour is returning for the April school holidays for loose-parts play in Glebe Park! Take the kids along and let them run wild with open-ended, imaginative, self-directed play using a wide range of materials to spark the imagination such as hoops, poles, pipes, crates, ropes and tyres. Children are encouraged to let their imagination run free, using found and made materials to become whatever they want them to be! The best part? It’s free.
Saturday 8 until Sunday 23 March | Glebe Park, Canberra City | act.gov.au
The Great Easter Egg Hunt
It’s time for the Haig Park Village Market annual Easter egg hunt! Head along to enjoy an incredible day in the park, including the fun hunt and the free Easter arts and crafts table. Bookings are essential so get in quick!
Sunday 9 April | Haig Park, Braddon | Book here.
Meet the Easter Bunny at the Old Bus Depot Markets
Enjoy some chocolate and freshly baked goodies as the Easter Bunny hops into the Old Bus Depot Markets! And then after the hunt for chocolate eggs, it’s a hunt for original jewellery, art and homewares. See you there?
Sunday 9 April | 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | obdm.com.au
Warehouse Circus School Holiday Programs
This is one for kids of all ages. Learn how to juggle, tumble, bounce, balance an more with Warehouse Circus’ gifted group of friendly circus trainers, try Unicycling and watch some circus shows! With half day (three hour) programs for the younger set, and full day (9am-3pm) programs for older kids who can’t get enough, it’s sure to keep everyone entertained.
Tuesday 11 until Friday 21 April | 70 Maclaurin Crescent, Chifley | Book here.
School Holiday Workshops at the NFSA
This school holidays, head to the NFSA for the big-screen tales of a boy and his dragon, the power of imagination, thrilling magic and exciting treasure hunts. The best part is if you book the kids into a workshop, you’ll receive a free ticket to a school holiday film screening of your choice!
Tuesday 11 until Friday 21 April | National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, McCoy Circuit, Acton | Book here.
Canberra Glassworks School Holiday Program
Looking for something creative and fun for the school holidays? Under the guidance of some of Australia’s most acclaimed glass artists, the kids will learn introductory techniques in glassmaking to create their own masterpiece. Choose from Teen Glass Blowing, Casting Light and Holiday Tiles classes and have fun!
Wednesday 12 until Saturday 22 April | 11 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | Book here.
Art Workshops at the National Archives of Australia
Let children aged six to 12 years creatively develop and share what matters to them while learning about Australian stories of change. They will explore the exhibition Disrupt, persist, invent as well as the stories that have brought it to life.
Wednesday 12 until Friday 21 April | National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes | Book here.
Art Steps For Within Without
Art Steps is a series of creative making activities produced for children to enjoy with family and friends. Take the kids along to play in an immersive space that showcases artist’s James Turrell’s years of experimentation with space and light, experiment in the Skyspace Garden, build cubby-spaces and more.
Sunday 16 until Sunday 23 April | National Gallery, Parkes Place East, Parkes | Book here.
National Zoo Safari Scrapbooks Workshop
This is one for the budding wildlife photographer! Guided by expert tutors, kids will explore during this workshop how to capture daily life at the National Zoo and Aquarium. Taking place across two days, they’ll try different approaches to creating great images of different animals and edit their images from the zoo and create their own printed safari scrapbook to take home.
Monday 17 until Tuesday 18 April | PhotoAccess, 30 Manuka Circle, Griffith | Book here.
Special events and festivals
Relay for Life
Relay for Life is back for a jam-packed 24-hour event! After two years of virtual events, and a condensed in-person event in early 2022, its a very exciting full-scale return for Relay for Life. Register to walk in relay for all or part of the 24 hours to show that cancer never stops, so neither will we.
Saturday 1 April until Sunday 2 April | AIS Track and Field Centre, Masterman St, Bruce | relayforlife.org.au
St Monica’s Primary School Fete
Celebrate all things Easter at the St Monica’s Primary School Fete on Saturday 1 April from 10 am! There will be something for everyone on the day — from pony rides and photo booths to Devonshire tea and jumping castles. There are just over 40 prize packs up for grabs at the Chocolate Wheel, White Elephant treasures aplenty and a full day of entertainment. Want to know more? Pop over to the St Monica’s Fete Facebook group.
Saturday 1 April, 10 am – 2 pm | Moynihan Street, Evatt | facebook.com/events
Armada Bar End-of-Season Party
Ending the season with a splash, waterfront Armada Bar is hosting the ultimate end-of-season party on Sunday 2 April that will take your Sunday session to a whole new level. Bringing plenty of heat, the aptly named Your Sunday Best will see you sipping on $15 cocktails (plus one freebie on arrival), snacking on the best of Armada Bar’s summer menu, and enjoying live music and DJ sets from local legends (hello, Jack Lowman) throughout the afternoon.
And to add to the summer-y vibes (because we all know that Canberra sure as heck didn’t get enough when it was actually summer), you’ll also be able to have a boat ride on the Love Boat—a 103-year-old cruiser that will be setting sail from the Jetty at Armada. Oh, and before we forget: make sure to dress in your Sunday best.
Sunday 2 April, 12 pm – 4 pm | Grevillea Park, Menindee Drive, Barton | theboathouse.restaurant
Frenzy
Presented by Venus Vinifera, Frenzy will be the ultimate trade party for anybody in hospitality (and those who also just like wine, music or good food) interested in tasting, connecting and learning with and from others in the industry. with a focus on female, couple made and non binary wine makers both nationally and abroad. With a focus on female, couple made and non binary wine makers both nationally and abroad, this is an event for everyone.
Sunday 2 April, 12 pm – 4 pm | Such and Such, 220 London Cct, Canberra City | Book here.
Choir Boy
Choir Boy, by the Academy Award winning writer of Moonlight, Tarell Alvin McCraney, arrives at Canberra Theatre Centre in March on its Australian premiere season. The Tony Award nominated play is threaded throughout with soul-stirring a cappella gospel hymns as it explores the moving story of sexuality, race, hope, gospel music, and a young gay man finding his voice.
Until Sunday 2 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
360 ALLSTARS
360 ALLSTARS has taken its revolutionary urban circus around the world—now it’s making its official Canberra debut at Canberra Theatre Centre. The theatre will come to life with BMX, breakdancing, rap and drumming, showcasing diverse artforms that were born in the streets and mastered at the hands of these elite performers. It’s sure to leave you dizzy with excitement.
Tuesday 4 until Saturday 8 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
An evening with Deborah Frances-White, with special guest Steph Tisdell
If you are one of the 100 million people worldwide who has downloaded the juggernaut podcast The Guilty Feminist, then get your skates on! British author, comedian and podcaster Deborah Frances-White is coming to the National Museum of Australia. And she is going to record The Guilty Feminist live!
Her appearance at the National Museum of Australia will be her only Australian appearance this visit and the night promises to be extremely entertaining. The program starts at 7:00pm with refreshments available for purchase.
Wednesday 5 April | National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent Acton | Book here.
Mid-Week Mingle: CBR Gals x Amici
Make some new connections at the CBR Gals Mid-Week Mingle. With all the April blues setting in, take this event as an excuse to farewell the last rays of summer properly — wear your favourite pastels and bring a little extra sunshine. At (arguably) the most gorgeous and iconic establishment in Canberra, it’s sure to be a divine night filled with great wine and even better conversation.
Wednesday 5 April | 59 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City | Book here.
National Folk Festival
The Folkie is back! Bringing world-class performers, established and emerging artists and music lovers together to discover, share, experience and celebrate the exciting world of folk, expect five days full of fun.
Thursday 6 until Monday 10 April | Various locations | Book here.
Canberra and Region Heritage Festival
Back for it’s 40th year, this year the theme of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival is ‘Sharing Stories’—and there will be more than 160 activities to spark your interests. From open days, tours, workshops, exhibitions and entertainment, what will you book into?
Tuesday 11 until Sunday 30 April | Various locations | environment.act.gov.au
Picnic In The Grounds and Easter Egg Hunt
Have a sweet tooth? Here’s an Easter egg hunt you won’t want to miss. Enjoy the grounds, the views and a fun afternoon at one of the most historic properties in Canberra. Grab a picnic blanket, bring some snacks and watch as the kids run wild.
Thursday 13 April | Government House, Dunrossil Drive, Yarralumla | Book here.
Macbeth
It’s Shakespeare’s most haunting thriller, presented by Bell Shakespeare. A terrifying portrayal of moral collapse, Bell Shakespeare’s Macbeth, with Logie award-winning Hazem Shammas (The Twelve, Safe Harbour) as Macbeth and Jessica Tovey (The Miser, The Merchant of Venice) as Lady Macbeth, will take you on an intense and compelling journey into the dark heart of humanity.
Friday 14 until Saturday 22 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Murder By Invitation
Old money, new murder: and you’re invited. A mysterious letter has been received from Henrik Bancroft inviting the eccentric yet debonaire Detective Pierre Van Outen to investigate a murder at his estate. The victim? Henrik Bancroft himself…
Can you solve this Agatha Christie-style crime in time, or will there be more victims? The clock is ticking.
Friday 14 until Sunday 16 April | Tuggeranong Homestead, 51 Johnson Dr, Richardson | Book here.
Art IRL
Calling all young art lovers aged between 13 and 25—you’re invited to head to the National Gallery of Australia for the ultimate festival. Head along to enjoy a chilled-out afternoon enjoying music and performances by the ACT’s best youth talent, workshops, events and more!
Friday 14 until Saturday 15 April | Parkes Place East, Parkes | nga.gov.au
Inspire Festival
Whether you want to learn more about a sustainable lifestyle or are simply looking for a fun day out with the family, Ginninderry’s INSPIRE Festival is an absolute must-experience event. Head along to be inspired to live sustainably and learn about the latest trends, taken an EV for a spin, sample food and products from local artisans and producers and participate in workshops, tours and activities designed for all ages!
Saturday 15 April | 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | ginninderry.com
Shrek JR The Musical
Love Shrek the movie? Don’t miss this musical event for the whole family! The show is shaping up to be a fantastic production full of colourful characters and a talented youth cast.
Saturday 15 until Friday 21 April | Canberra College Performing Arts Centre, Launceston Street, Woden | Book here.
Canberra Circus Festival
The circus is back in town and it’s here for a good time. Expect an incredible line-up of Australian and international circus acts, outdoor performances, street artists, roving performers, workshops, food, markets, unusual attractions, community stalls and heaps more in this all-ages, fun-for-the-whole-family event.
Tuesday 18 until Sunday 23 April | Chifley Community Oval, Maclaurin Crescent, Chifley | Book here.
Anzac Day
This Anzac Day, come together in person and in spirit, to commemorate and reflect upon the service and sacrifice made by Australians in all wars and on operations at the Australian War Memorial to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings.
Tuesday 25 April | Australian War Memorial, Treloar Crescent, Campbell | More information here.
CraftAlive Canberra
For four big days, CraftAlive will be in Canberra to showcase local and interstate craft experts, as well as craft supplies, kits and equipment. It’s also a great opportunity to learn from world class specialists with interactive classes.
Wednesday 26 until Saturday 29 April | 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston | Book here.
2023 Canberra International Music Festival
Forget booking a flight overseas in 2023—the Canberra International Music Festival is back to transport you around the world. From Britain and France to Ukraine, West Africa, and (of course) Australia, the Canberra International Music Festival (CIMF) will be filling the city with a colourful and diverse selection of music as 28 concerts—and 150 international and Australian musicians—bring a kaleidoscope of powerful performances to the nation’s capital!
Friday 28 April to Sunday, 7 May | Various locations | Book here.
Corin Forest’s 40Fest
Free snowplay, snowmaking tours, stalls, food, drink, live music and more…this is one big birthday bash, because Corin Forest is hosting their 40th birthday party and everyone’s invited! The best part is entry to 40Fest is by gold coin donation and all funds raised will assist the Starlight Children’s Foundation in brightening the lives of seriously ill and hospitalised children. It promises to be a special day.
Sunday 30 April | 1268 Corin Road, Paddys River | corin.com.au
Food and Wine
Karen’s Diner On Tour
This is dining with a twist—the food is great, the service is ungrateful but your experience will be unforgettable. Book into this diner to enjoy an absurd, unique environment full of laughs, banter and top-notch American diner-style grub
Friday 21 until Sunday 23 April | Clubhouse Kaleen, 16 Georgina Crescent, Kaleen | Book here.
Stomp Festival
Celebrating local winemakers and producers through two days of wine, food, entertainment, activities, demonstrations, special offers, and much more, this is the perfect way to welcome autumn. And with over 25 wineries showcased, grape stomping, farm animals, live music, art, behind-the-scenes tours, barrel room tastings, back vintages, bike tours, demonstrations, picnics with pups and more, there’s sure to be something for everyone.
Saturday 29 until Sunday 30 April | Various locations | Book here.
Stage and Screen
Danny Bhoy—Now Is Not A Good Time
Internationally-renowned and critically-acclaimed comic Danny Bhoy is on his way to Canberra and get ready to laugh at his world premiere of his brand new show Now Is Not A Good Time. Hurry, this show will sell out!
Monday 3 until Tuesday 4 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Reasons To Be Pretty by Neil Labute
This bristling comic drama from American playwright Neil LaBute focuses on modern day obsession with physical appearance, centering around four friends and lover who become increasingly dissatisfied. It’s sure to make you laugh—and make you question what really matters in life.
Wednesday 12 April until Saturday 6 May | Mill Theatre at Dairy Road, 1 Dairy Road, Building 3.3, Fyshwick | Book here.
Daniel Sloss—Can’t
One for people who love cracking jokes and hilarious stories, comedy superstar Daniel Sloss is coming to Canberra. His new show, Can’t, follows on from his previous ground-breaking smash hits including HUBRiS (the biggest solo comedy tour for most of 2021, as reported in Pollstar), and X, his acclaimed tour de force about sexual assault. See you there?
Thursday 13 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Showmen—The Ultimate Magic Spectacular
Get ready for an unforgettable night of incredible and astounding fun for the whole family Prepare to experience a jaw dropping spectacle of live magic, illusions and stunts with Showmen—a supergroup of conjurers, tricksters, comedians, illusionists, daredevils, dancers and more!
Saturday 15 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra | Book here.
Cirque Mother Africa
Cirque Mother Africa is coming to Canberra with a jaw-dropping show featuring musicians and artists that will transport audience members to the breath-taking continent of Africa. This entertainment extravaganza combines the very best talent from nine African countries including Ethiopia, South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania to provide the wonder, suspense and joy that is Cirque Mother Africa.
Tuesday 18 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
And…Breathe
This World Earth Day, head along to the National Film and Sound Archive for the screening of five stunning dance films inspired by a connection to nature and the power of art to instigate change as they work towards Zero Emissions. Including a Q&A with ground-breaking cinematographer Jim Lounsbury, it’s not to be missed.
Saturday 22 April | 1 McCoy Circuit, Acton | nfsa.gov.au
Rhys Nicholson: Rhys! Rhys! Rhys!
Get excited, the winner of the 2022 Melbourne International Comedy Festival Award for Most Outstanding Show, Rhys Nicholson, returns for a very special one-off performance of their critically acclaimed show Rhys! Rhys! Rhys!
Wednesday 26 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Dylan Moran—We Got This
We Got This is the brand new show from BAFTA and Perrier award winning comedian Dylan Moran. It promises to be a joyously furious romp through the frustration and folly of modern day life (because we all know, these times have not been easy).
Thursday 27 until Friday 28 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Batchelor + Lea
In celebration of Australian Dance Week, get ready for Batchelor + Lea: a dance week double bill. In this showcase, two acclaimed artists originating from Canberra—James Batchelor with Shortcuts to Familiar Places and Liz Lea with RED.
Saturday 29 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Crimes of the Heart
In this award-winning black comedy, the three MaGrath sisters are together in their hometown of Hazelhurst, Mississippi, for the first time in a decade. Without giving too much away, all we’ll tell you is that even crimes of the heart have consequences…
Thursday 27 April until Saturday 13 May | Canberra REP Theatre, 3 Repertory Lane, Acton | Book here.
Music
Haydn’s The Seasons
Presenting The Seasons by Franz Joseph Haydn, the Canberra Choral Society and National Capital Orchestra are partnering for a exhilarating secular oratorio. Conducted by Louis Sharpe, with Chorus Master Dan Walker, the two organisations will come together on the Llewellyn Hall stage with soloists Sarahlouise Owens (Soprano), Ryan O’Donnell (Tenor) and Sitiveni Talei (Bass), and narration by Laura Tingle.
Saturday 1 April | Llewellyn Hall, Australian National University | Book here.
Miriam Lieberman Trio Just Transforming
The Miriam Lieberman Trio are returning to The Street Theatre with acclaimed new album Just Transforming. Expect West African influences to blend seamlessly with blues-infused melodies and soaring vocal harmonies as they share a soulful collections of stories, beautifully told through kora, guitar and Lieberman’s unmistakable voice.
Saturday 1 April | The Street Theatre, 15 Childers St, Canberra City | Book here.
Depth Disintegration by Sia Ahmad
As part of You Are Here’s ‘Cahoots Lab 2023’, Sia Ahmad presents the Canberra premiere of her APRA award-winning composition “depth disintegration”, performed by Benjamin Anderson. It’s promises to be a visceral work that allows space for vulnerability as it does a kick in the guts—and the perfect way to welcome this globally recognised artist home.
Friday 28 April | Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | Book here.
Björn Again: Thank ABBA For The Music Tour
Calling all dancing queens, it’s time to get excited as Björn Again brings ABBA’s timeless hits back to the stage in a sing-along, dance-along extravaganza. Playing play all the biggest ABBA hits (including ‘Waterloo’ ‘Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!’ and more) as well as plenty of glitzy 70s costumes, Swenglish banter and hilarious stage antics, you’ll have the ‘time of your life’!
Saturday 29 April | Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra City | Book here.
Exhibitions
A Stranger I Know Well
The exhibition’s witty and purposeful use of reflection provides the viewer space to consider the value of (self) image in our visually saturated culture. Allowing the artist’s own insecurities to manifest themselves in a body of work that puts the gaze on display, it’ll make you think.
Until Sunday 9 April | 21 Blaxland Cres, Griffith | m16artspace.com
Fagpile—Pink Is Fun
Created by Gerald Jones, this work showcases unique iconography in their work, featuring recurring themes of the artist’s easel and the edifice, and the head. Inviting the viewer to form their own allegory of the queer artist’s “fagpile” or detritus. In this body of work, pink plays a central role with political and emotional connotations, particularly in relation to queerness.
Until Sunday 9 April | 21 Blaxland Cres, Griffith | m16artspace.com
Cosmotechnic Telepathics in the Age of Surveillance Capitalism
Through investigations into digital telepathic infrastructure such as The Internet of Everything (the aim to automate all human processes), and current developments in Brain Computer Interfaces, in this exhibition a range of artists explore the differences between ‘regenerative’ and ‘extractive’ forms of telepathy.
Until Sunday 9 April | 21 Blaxland Cres, Griffith | m16artspace.com
After The Past
Featuring the works of Joel Arthur, Esther Carlin, Bryan Foong, Louis Grant, Aidan Hartshorn, Alex Hobba, Jacquie Meng and Belle Palmer., this group exhibition highlights the skills of Australian National University School of Art and Design alumni.
Tuesday 13 April | ANU School of Art & Design Gallery, Corner Liversidge Street and Ellery Crescent, Acton | Book here.
From The Series ‘Light Jelly Sweet’
An showcasing new work by Henry Hu, this exhibition features animation, paintings, and photographs that spotlights the artist’s continued interest in abstraction, as a force that might signify life without directly defining it. What arises from Light Jelly Sweet, whether on canvas, board, or paper, are testaments of existence as remembered, imagined, invented, and observed.
Thursday 13 April until Sunday 7 May | M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Cres, Griffith | m16artspace.com.au
Dialogue
Saskia, Nicola, Jonathon and Cathy met in the ANU’s Gold & Silversmithing workshop in 2018. After leaving the workshop behind—and missing the camaraderie, inspiration and influence that is a feature of a shared space—they decided to challenge each other to extend their practices. This is the result.
Thursday 13 April until Sunday 7 May | M16 Artspace, 21 Blaxland Cres, Griffith | m16artspace.com
10th Anniversary of the National Apology for Forced Adoptions at Parliament House
This exhibition is a audio-visual display commemorating the 10th Anniversary of the National Apology for Forced Adoptions at Parliament House. The apology acknowledged that the forced separation of mothers from babies ‘created a lifelong legacy of pain and suffering’.
Watch historic footage of speeches given in the Great Hall on 21 March 2013, including the full Apology and responses from former MP the Hon Steve Irons and former Senator Rachel Siewert.
Saturday 16 April | Australian Parliament House, 1 Parliament Drive, Canberra | aph.gov.au
Chromology: a solo exhibition by Luca Siliquini
This exhibition of oil paintings shows the effects that the colours of Canberra have on an Italian-born artist.
Until Sunday 16 April | Humble House Gallery, 93 Wollongong Street, Fyshwick | humblehouse.com.au
Homage
The 2022 Indigenous Artist-in-residence exhibition is back at Craft ACT! The program facilitates access for the artist to national cultural, tertiary and research institutions and their collections, curators and researchers. This group exhibition of new work by each artist is held annually, and a catalogue produced about the program is disseminated internationally. Don’t miss out.
Until Saturday 13 May | Craft ACT, North Building, 1, 180 London Cct | craftact.org.au
Two-Tone
Two-Tone is a collaborative exhibition featuring two contemporary artists, Louis Grant and Madisyn Zabel, who primarily work within a glass discipline. Head along to see the stunning work that opens up a discourse around dualities, contrasts and material in person.
Until Saturday 13 May | Craft ACT, North Building, 1, 180 London Cct | craftact.org.au
Boundaries
Showing the works of artists Julie Ryder, Mel Robson and Bev Hogg, this is another Artist-in-Residence exhibition that you shouldn’t miss.
Until Saturday 13 May | Craft ACT, North Building, 1, 180 London Cct | craftact.org.au
Portrait23: Identity
This is portraiture, but not as you know it. Portrait23: Identity is a major exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, showcasing new work from multi-award-winning contemporary Australian artists and collectives working across every state and territory.
Twenty-three artists and collectives present dramatic, ambitious and thrilling work about who they are and what it means to represent themselves, their communities, histories and contemporary society. Expect street art, textiles, performance, photography, ceramics, painting, drawing, soft sculpture and more.
Until Sunday 18 June | National Portrait Gallery, King Edward Terrace, Parkes | portrait.gov.au
Sport
ACT Brumbies v NSW Waratahs
One for the Brumbies fans—the ACT Brumbies are taking on fierce rivals the NSW Waratahs here in Canberra!
Saturday 1 April | GIO Stadium, Battye Street, Bruce | Book here.
Capital Classic Mountain Bike Ride
Get excited, this is the first Mountain Bike event in Canberra (and it involves wine tasting)! Helping to raise funds and awareness for people living with Head and Neck Cancer, this fully timed and supported ride will start and finish on the grounds of the iconic Mount Majura Vineyard and will encompass the Majura Trails Network.
And to make it even better, the Capital Classic will also feature plenty of food trucks, stalls, music and guest speakers!
Sunday 2 April | Mount Majura Vinyard, Lime Kiln Road, Majura | Book here.
ACT Brumbies v Fijian Drua
In this game, the ACT Brumbies face Fijian Drua in Round 8 of the Harvey Norman Super Rugby! See you there?
Friday 14 April | GIO Stadium, Battye Street, Bruce | Book here.
Raiders v Dragons
Head along to cheer on the Raiders in their first Sunday afternoon home game of the season as they take on the St George-Illawarra Dragons!
Sunday 16 April | GIO Stadium Canberra, Battye Street, Bruce | Book here.
Canberra Times Marathon Festival
It’s time to take on one of Australia’s oldest city runs! Choose from five distances (42.2K, 21.1K, 10K, 5.4K, 2K Kids run), enjoy the scenery and head along to the three-day expo to connect with the Canberra running community.
Sunday 16 April | John Dunmore Lang Place, Parkes | Book here.
Giants v Brisbane Lions
There’s nothing better than enjoying a game of footy on a Saturday afternoon with your family and mates., so don’t miss this epic clash when the Giants take on the Brisbane Lions at Manuka Oval. Enjoy all the high-flying footy and family entertainment.
Saturday 22 April | Manuka Oval, Manuka Circle, Griffith | Book here.
Workshops, webinars and more
Community Health Expo
Trying to improve your health? Luckily all of the experts are coming to Canberra thanks to a community run expo. Head along to speak with experts in fields including chiropractic, Pilates, yoga, gym and fitness and healthy prepared meals—perfect for helping you make informed decisions about your health.
Saturday 1 April | 7 Macpherson Street, O’Connor | Book here.
Woden Seniors’ Big Book Fair
Woden Seniors’ Big Book Fair is back! With over 25,000 books for sale, there will be something for all book lovers, including good-quality fiction, non-fiction, or children’s books. For collectors, the President’s table will feature a wide selection of old and collectable books. You’ll also find plenty of jigsaws, DVDs, CDs and games!
Until Sunday 2 April | Woden Seniors, 12 Corinna St, Phillip | wodenseniors.org.au
After Dark: Protest Art At The Archives
Celebrate World Art Day with an after-dark workshop that fuses art with archives to create eye-catching pieces with a purpose. Sit back and enjoy canapes and drinks while creating a poster about an issue that interests you, using an archival record with bespoke stenciling.
National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes | Friday 14 April | Book here.
Autumn Handmade Market
The Handmade Market is back! Get ready to shop over 250 genuine Australian designers and producers while discovering everything from limited edition fashion, handcrafted furniture, original sculpture, ceramics, fine art and prints, textiles, children’s toys and clothing, beautiful jewellery, accessories and a much-loved gourmet food and wine hall. See you there?
Saturday 29 until Sunday 30 April | Exhibition park in Canberra, Corner Northbourne Ave and Flemington Road, Mitchell | handmadecanberra.com.au
Canberra Potters Emerging Makers Market
Celebrating some of the finest emerging potters and ceramic artists from the region’s vibrant ceramics scene, head along to meet and buy directly from the makers! Items for sale include tableware, planter pots, sculptures, jewellery, vases and more.
Saturday 29 until Sunday 30 April | 1 Aspinall Street, Watson | canberrapotters.com.au
