What could be more festive than a free ride on the merry-go-round?
28 November 2024
In brief:
- From carols to craft and everything in between, Canberra has an exciting lineup of festive events on offer.
- This story lists different types of Christmas activities and events.
There’s a very merry month ahead with these festive Canberra events:
Carols
Music is a big part of Christmas, and carols are a great way to get into the spirit. Gather with your local community and enjoy festive tunes.
Carols in the Park
When: 5pm, Sunday 8 December
Where: Dickson Playing Fields, Antill Street, Dickson
Carols in Town Park
When: 5pm Sunday 15 December
Where: Tuggeranong Town Park, Anketell Street, Greenway
The Canberra Times Carols by Candlelight
When: 6:30pm Saturday 7 December
Where: Stage 88, Commonwealth Park, Canberra
Craft and workshops
There’s something so special about receiving a handmade gift. Whether it’s a glass bauble, a card or a delicious meal, your loved ones will delight in your creations.
Holiday Special: Handmade Glass Ornaments and Make Your Own Bauble
When: every weekend from 30 November to 15 December
Where: Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Cutlery pockets and card making workshop
When: 1pm Saturday 7 December
Where: Mingle Community Space, 3 Klaus Moje Street, Whitlam
All ages holiday card making workshop
When: 12pm Saturday 7 December
Where: Canberra Museum + Gallery, Canberra
Family craft at the Archives
When: 1:30pm Saturday 7 December
Where: National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes
Theatre, performances and exhibitions
Need to lift your spirits? There’s plenty of entertainment on offer in the lead up to Christmas day. Dancing, singing, storytelling, comedy and art are all on the cards.
When: Monday 9 December to Tuesday 10 December
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra
When: Friday 13 December to Saturday 14 December
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra
When: 7:30pm Wednesday 18 December
Where: Fun Time Pony, 122 Alinga Street, Canberra
When: 2:30pm Thursday 19 December
Where: The Theatre, Belconnen Arts Centre
When: select dates from Thursday 28 November to Sunday 22 December
Where: Gallery of Small Things (GOST), 27 Wade Street, Watson
When: Friday 6 – Saturday 7 December
Where: Tuggeranong Homestead, Richardson
When: 7:30pm Friday 13 December
Where: The Street Theatre, 15 Childers Street, Canberra
When: Select dates from Thursday 28 November to Sunday 15 December
Where: Lanyon Homestead, Tharwa and Calthorpes House, Red Hill
Festive Celebrations
What could be more festive than gathering with your fellow Canberrans to celebrate? Don’t miss these community parties.
When: 3pm Saturday 7 December
Where: City Walk, Canberra City Centre
Christmas shopping and markets
Stocking up on stocking stuffers? Check out our guide to Canberra’s Christmas markets. There are also some special shopping events at local institutions:
When: 5pm Wednesday 11 December
Where: Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre, King Edward Terrace, Parkes
Struggling with gift ideas? Check out our guide to Canberra’s best local gifts this Christmas.
Festive and Free
Need to give your wallet a break? The City Centre has free entertainment and activities over the festive period.
When: Sunday 1 December to Tuesday 24 December
Where: Petrie Plaza, Canberra City
When: now until Monday 6 January
Where: City Walk, City Centre
When: Sunday 1 December to Tuesday 24 December
Where: City Walk, City Centre
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