In brief:

• Lots of school fetes and fairs are held in spring.
• This story lists some upcoming ACT public school fetes.

The sun is shining, the blossoms are blooming and announcements of school fetes and fairs are in the air.

Not only do these spring events raise valuable funds for schools, they’re also a really good time for all.

Bring your family, your friends and your appetite, because what’s a school fete without baked goods (and more)!

Here is a list of upcoming ACT public school spring fetes and fairs.

FADDEN PRIMARY SCHOOL FETE

Sunday, 14 September 2025
12 pm–4 pm
Hanlon Crescent, Fadden

This year’s fete celebrates the school’s 40^th anniversary.

There will be plenty on offer, including face painting, games, showbags, reptiles, mini golf, food, prizes, plants, secondhand books, market stalls, a barbecue, Goodberry’s, raffles ($5700+ prizes) and more.

TORRENS PRIMARY SCHOOL FETE

Saturday, 18 October 2025
11 am–3 pm
Ritchie Street, Torrens

This fete will have live entertainment, food stalls (including Devonshire Tea and Turkish gözleme), handmade crafts, and children’s art and performances.

There will also be secondhand books, toys and face painting.

CAMPBELL HIGH SCHOOL 60TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION FETE

Friday, 24 October 2025
3 pm–7 pm
Treloar Crescent, Campbell

This twilight fete celebrates the school’s 60th anniversary.

Visitors can expect a wide range of food and entertainment and plenty of nostalgia.

TURNER PRIMARY SCHOOL FETE

Saturday, 25 October 2025
10 am–2 pm
Condamine Street, Turner

Head along to enjoy a range of stalls (toys, games, books, plants, bikes), food (sausages, curries, cakes, coffee, drinks), games, school band and djembe drumming.

Both cash and electronic payments accepted.

HAWKER PRIMARY SCHOOL – HAWKER SPOOKY FETE

Sunday, 26 October 2025
10 am–2 pm
Erldunda Circuit, Hawker

The Hawker Spooky Fete will have a Halloween theme.

There will be a book stall, a tombola, a barbecue, cakes, a haunted house, music and pumpkins.

PALMERSTON PRIMARY SCHOOL 30TH ANNIVERSARY FETE

Saturday, 1 November 2025
10 am–2 pm
Kosciuszko Avenue, Palmerston

This fete celebrates the school’s 30th birthday.

You can expect lots of family fun with rides, a petting zoo and stalls.

Tickets are available in advance or on the day. Both cash and cards will be accepted at major stalls.

BONYTHON PRIMARY SCHOOL – BONYTHON KIDS MARKET

Saturday, 1 November 2025
12 pm–2 pm
Hurtle Avenue, Bonython

A bit different to a regular fete, this is a market by kids, for kids (aged 4–12).

Stalls will include baked goods, honey, face painting, craft, secondhand books and toys, plants, dog treats and lemonade.

Each stall will keep its profits, with $10 per stall donated to the P&C.

TELOPEA PARK SCHOOL – LA GRANDE FÊTE

Saturday, 1 November 2025
10 am–5 pm
New South Wales Crescent, Barton

Telopea’s school fair will offer stalls, games, food and entertainment for all ages.

Both cash and electronic payments accepted.

MACGREGOR PRIMARY SCHOOL FETE

Sunday, 2 November 2025
10 am–2 pm
Hirschfeld Crescent, Macgregor

This fete will feature rides, games, a plant stall, market stalls, food trucks, a white elephant, children’s sports displays.

Cash and EFTPOS available.

CAROLINE CHISHOLM HIGH SCHOOL TWILIGHT FETE

Friday, 14 November 2025
4 pm–7 pm
Hambidge Crescent, Chisholm

This fete celebrates the school’s 40th anniversary.

There will be rides, food trucks, a barbecue, sporting clubs, face painting, glitter tattoos, secondhand books, plants, craft and market stalls.

FLOREY PRIMARY SCHOOL – FLOREY FAIR 2025

Saturday, 15 November 2025
11 am–3 pm
Ratcliffe Crescent, Florey

This fair’s theme is Community, Culture and Connection.

Stalls will include local services, handmade goods and a bake stall.

Both cash and cards accepted.

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