Supporting young people to express their ideas and viewpoints on community issues.
03 April 2025
In brief:
- The 2025 ACT Youth Week will run from Thursday 10 April – Sunday 20 April 2025.
- This includes free events for young people in the Canberra community aged 12 to 25 years old.
- This article includes details of the schedule and its free events in Canberra.
ACT Youth Week offers young people the chance to express their ideas and viewpoints on issues that affect them.
It is a time to celebrate, have fun, and highlight the positive contributions young people make to the ACT community.
ACT Youth Week begins on Thursday, April 10, and concludes on Sunday, April 20, 2025.
College to Uni
A one-day event offering workshops, peer mentorship, and group activities to assist young people from Pasifika, migrant, and refugee backgrounds in understanding their higher education options.
Organised by: Mijica Lus
Date:16 April 2025
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Location: University of Canberra, 11 Kirinari Street, Bruce ACT
For more information: University of Canberra Events.
12 Hour Theatre Project
Young artists (aged 13-17 years) will imagine, create, rehearse, and perform original short theatre works within a 12-hour timeframe. No experience needed.
Organised by: The Canberra Youth Theatre
Date: 12 April 2025
Time: final show at 7:00pm or 8:00pm
Location: Gorman Arts Centre, 55 Ainslie Avenue, Braddon
For more information: Canberra Youth Theatre.
Sunset Festival 2025
A vibrant festival featuring live music, games, activities, street art, displays, and a variety of food and drinks at Eddison Park. This free event is also smoke, drug and alcohol-free.
Organised by: Woden Community Service Limited
Date: 17 April 2025
Time: 3:00pm – 6:00pm
Location: Eddison Park, Woden Skatepark, Launceston St, Phillip
For more information: Woden Community Service.
Melanesian Film Fest Day 2025
Celebrate Melanesian identity, creativity and community with a selection of youth-led films and discussions.
Date: Wednesday 16 April
Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: ANU Food Co-Op
For more information: Melanesian Film Fest.
African Youth Drum and Dance Workshop
This workshop is for young people from diverse backgrounds to share their traditions through drumming and dancing, promoting inclusivity and unity.
Organised by: Celebration of African Australians Inc
Date: 19 April 2025
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
Location: Tuggeranong Community Centre, ACT 2900
For more information: Celebration of African Australians.
Kooky Olympics
Enjoy a playful community sports event with a twist. Join in light-hearted games, connect with others, and celebrate diversity in a welcoming environment.
Organised by: Multicultural Hub Canberra
Date: Wednesday 16 April
Time: 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Location: Gungahlin Town Park
More information: Multicultural Hub Canberra
Your Moments Captured
Join the Belconnen Youth Centre for six days of free activities to celebrate Youth Week. Sketch boards, cameras and paper are provided. The activities will capture special moments with friends, new environments, spaces, portraits and more. The event will end with an exhibition at the Gallery.
Organised by: Capital Region Community Services
Date: 10-11 April and 14-17 April 2025
Location: Belconnen Youth Centre and Belconnen Gallery
For more information: Belconnen Youth Centre.
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