Things to do
Things to do in Canberra
From Parliament House and Lake Burley Griffin, there is always something on in Canberra. This is our live guide to the best things to do in Canberra: today's events, what is on this weekend, and the markets, live music, exhibitions, food and family days out worth your time. Every listing is checked against its source and refreshed through the day, so you are seeing what is actually on rather than a stale calendar.
Explore by neighbourhood, from Braddon, Kingston and Belconnen, or head a little further out to Queanbeyan and Jerrabomberra. Below you will find upcoming events grouped by category, plus quick links to this weekend's plans, the best of Canberra, and our in-depth local guides from The Daily Canberra.
Event
Adam Halliwell Sono Una Pera LP Launch w/ Flora Carbo
Fresh Ideas for Busy Kitchens: Innovation, Inspiration, and Healthy Hacks
Solid 2026 Hackathon
Actually Autistic Canberra
Wednesday Trivia
2026 John Passmore Lecture
WiDA ACT EOFY Networking Event
Friday Night Jazz – Free Entry
1,000 Dreams Fund 2026 Student Leadership Summit
Learn Burlesque... IN PERSON
Geek Expo: Canberra
Day 12
Canberra Sound Healing Journey | Christian Dimarco 19 July 2026
Maximizing the Impact of Mind and Body Interventions Using Adaptation
Coffee Basics XA-TS01
Retro Silent Disco | National Museum of Australia | Canberra
GlowHaus: FROSTBITE edition
Lantern Workshop
Music
Ceremony
Community
Sport
Family
Arts
Basketball
Things to do in Canberra: your questions
What are the best things to do in Canberra?
- Start with Canberra's signature places, such as landmarks like Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and Australian War Memorial, then work through what is on right now. The guide below groups every upcoming event by category, so you can jump straight to live music, arts and exhibitions, food and markets, or family and community days out. For curated picks, see our best of Canberra lists and local guides.
What is on in Canberra this weekend?
- Our This Weekend guide pulls together the events running Friday to Sunday in Canberra, from gigs and markets to exhibitions and family activities. It updates daily as new events are confirmed, so check back through the week as the weekend fills out.
What are some free things to do in Canberra?
- Plenty of what is on in Canberra costs nothing to attend. Look for events tagged free in the listings below, and remember that many of the city's parks, markets, galleries and public spaces are free to enjoy any day of the week.
What can you do in Canberra when it is raining?
- Rainy days are made for the indoors. Galleries, museums, indoor markets, cinemas and long lunches all work when the weather turns. Browse the arts and food sections in the guide below to find something on under cover.
What are the best things to do in Canberra with kids?
- Look to the family and community categories below for kid-friendly events, along with markets, school-holiday programs and outdoor spaces. Most are low cost or free, and we flag booking details where a ticket is needed.
How often is this Canberra events guide updated?
- Every day. New events are ingested and verified against their source continuously, and past events drop off automatically, so the guide always reflects what is genuinely coming up in Canberra.