Autumn 2017
Canberra lights up this autumn
Whether you’re hungry for a unique experience or some mouth-watering delights, be surprised as Canberra comes to life in a celebration of colour and entertainment.
LOOK UP!
EAT, DRINK, BE MERRY
Your eyes will be firmly affixed to the skies as Canberra puts on a display of colour and fun this autumn.
Autumn in Canberra is prime for celebrating with friends and family. Dining in Canberra’s “foodie” precincts of Braddon, NewActon and Kingston Foreshore is always an option, where new restaurants and established options abound.
The whole city is transformed with the glow of magnificent autumnal colours as the trees begin to turn. Take in the spectacular views of the National Arboretum on a guided forest walk or enjoy a picnic lunch during their Autumn Forest Open Day on 4 March. The Canberra Balloon Spectacular will take your breath away as you watch over 30 hot air balloons inflate from the lawns of Old Parliament House and serenely make their way across the city. After dark, watch the sky erupt with an enviable display of fireworks, choreographed to the latest hits for Hit104.7 Skyfire on 18 March. And for the little ones, Questacon will take them up, up and away from 25 March with Above and Beyond. Discover what it takes to go in and above the sky in this interactive exhibit presented by Boeing.
Left: Don’t miss the National Folk Festival at Exhibition Park over the Easter long weekend. Front cover: The Canberra Balloon Spectacular returns from 11–19 March.
The Enlighten Night Noodle Markets returns from 3–12 March, and promises to deliver a unique take on traditional Asian street food. Be enticed by sizzling noodle dishes and succulent dumplings, or better yet, bring your friends and share a bit of everything! Canberra District Wine Week, from 31 March–9 April, celebrates our region’s growing popularity for the wine drinkers amongst us with a variety of tastings, tours and food-matching events taking place across Canberra and beyond. Wine not your thing? We’ll look after you with the 10th anniversary of the Canberra Craft Beer & Cider Festival taking place on 18 March. If it’s laughs you’re after, the Canberra Comedy Festival will have you rolling in the aisles as local and international comedians including the likes of Hannah Gadsby, Dave Hughes and Jimeoin descend upon Canberra from 20–26 March. The National Folk Festival will return over Easter (13–17 April) for a five day celebration of all aspects of folk life.
LET’S GET PHYSICAL Whether you prefer to get amongst it in the great outdoors, or cheer on your favourite team from the sidelines, there’s plenty to keep you busy this autumn in Canberra. Don your team colours and head over to Manuka Oval to catch North Melbourne, Port Adelaide and Western Bulldogs take on the GIANTS. There’s also non-stop action from March onwards at GIO Stadium for NRL and Rugby fans alike. You’ll catch the likes of the Sharks, Western Force, Highlanders, Reds, Blues and Lions display their talent as they take on the Plus500 Brumbies over six adrenaline filled weekends. Meanwhile, NRL fans can soak up the atmosphere and support the Sharks, West Tigers, Eels, Warriors, Sea Eagles and Roosters as they battle it out against the Canberra Raiders. Don your finest frock and dust off your best suit for the Mercedes-Benz Canberra Black Opal Stakes and tab.com.au Canberra Cup Race Day 2017 on 5 March. Enjoy Canberra’s beautiful natural surrounds on a ranger guided walk at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve — you may just spot some beautiful Australian wildlife in their natural habitat while you’re at it!
DISCOVER THE AUSTRALIAN STORY The nation’s capital is the perfect place to reflect upon what it means to be Australian. Celebrate the birth of the nation’s capital on Canberra Day, 13 March, as the city comes together to enjoy free entertainment. Discover the stories of Indigenous soldiers in Facing Two Fronts: The Fight for Respect at the National Archives of Australia, and learn more about Australia’s involvement in the Middle East as part of the War Memorial’s Middle East Exhibition. Pay your respects and commemorate Anzac Day at the Australian War Memorial with the National Ceremony, Dawn Service and Last Post Ceremony on 25 April. Observe the roll of honour projections as the names of those who gave their lives during the First World War are projected onto the facade of the Hall of Memory, nightly at the Australian War Memorial.
Taste a brew or two at the Canberra Beer and Cider Festival.
ART ATTACK Canberra is fortunate to host a range of exhibitions, festivals, performances and celebrations of the arts year round, and autumn is no exception. Enlighten 2017 presented by Singapore Airlines (3–12 March) brings together the iconic with the innovative. Canberra’s national attractions will be revealed in a different light as projections splash across these historical buildings. Make your way around the Parliamentary Triangle after dark and see these buildings come to life. Put on your dancing shoes — the BOLD Festival is taking place between 8–12 March and explores dance through a series of workshops, talks and performances.
Art, Not Apart takes over the city on 18 March as performances and exhibitions bring together the wacky, weird and wonderful — watch out for spontaneous dance parties! You Are Here Festival brings life to spaces not usually considered at the forefront of the arts scene — think laneways, carparks and more. Make your way around the various exhibitions sites from 5–9 April — you’ll be surprised where you end up. Don’t miss your final chance to experience the wonder of Versailles: Treasures from the Palace at the National Gallery of Australia. The exclusive exhibition will come to a close on 17 April.
What’s on throughout autumn
See the roll of honour projections at the Australian War Memorial.
KEEPER TALKS NATIONAL ZOO & AQUARIUM
Learn about the wide range of native and exotic animals, including lions, penguins and meerkats, which call the National Zoo & Aquarium home. Keeper Talks take place on weekends and school holidays. nationalzoo.com.au 02 6287 8400
FRANK STELLA THE KENNETH TYLER COLLECTION NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
Artist Frank Stella and master printer Kenneth Tyler played a significant role in the development of 20th century American printmaking. This exhibition showcases a selection of Stella’s adventurous and groundbreaking prints. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
DRESS CODE: EMPIRE MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
An old coat rescued. Sir Edmund Barton revealed. Discover an intriguing tale of power, prestige and Australia’s changing ties to Britain. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
Learn about a huge range of animals at the National Zoo and Aquarium.
AIS TOURS AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORT
Discover where our top athletes train in Australia’s premier elite sports precinct. Go behind the scenes and challenge yourself in Sportex, AIS’ engaging sport experience where you can try wheelchair basketball, virtual downhill skiing and more for yourself. experienceais.com.au/ visit-ais/tours 02 6214 1010
ROLL OF HONOUR PROJECTIONS
FOR COUNTRY, FOR NATION
AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
Explore the First World War galleries. At night see the names of those who gave their lives projected onto the Memorial. Check the website for the name schedule.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have a long standing tradition of fighting for country, and continue to serve with honour among our military forces. This new exhibition For Country, for Nation presents a diverse range of art, objects, photographs and stories from across Australia to explore.
awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
George Coates, Australian official war artists 1916–1918 1920 oil on canvas, National Gallery of Australia
ARTISTS OF THE GREAT WAR NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
This powerful exhibition addresses wartime propaganda, front-line experience and remembrance through paintings, drawings and prints by Official War Artists, combatants and women. It also features a special focus on the remarkable artist Will Dyson. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
BEHIND THE LINES 2016: THE YEAR’S BEST POLITICAL CARTOONS MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
PLAY UP MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Looking for a fun and unique place to entertain Explore the unpredictable the kids? Curated for, with events of 2016 that shape and by children, this our political destiny — from fabulous space allows our own double-dissolution, children to stand up, dress to Brexit and the shock up, make up, think up and Trump victory — through step up. Free after general the sharpened wit and admission. pencils of Australia’s best moadoph.gov.au cartoonists. Free after 02 6270 8222 general admission. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
Take a ranger guided walk at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve.
KSPACE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
Create your own time-travelling robot and blast to the past in Kspace, an interactive adventure game for kids aged 5–12 years. Session times vary. nma.gov.au/kspace 1800 026 132
ATHOL SHMITH FASHION PHOTOGRAPHS NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
Enter the elegant, bold and often glamorous world of Melbourne photographer Athol Shmith (1914–1990) in this selection of stunning black and white prints from the Library’s large collection. nla.gov.au 02 6262 1271
RANGER GUIDED WALKS TIDBINBILLA NATURE RESERVE
Don’t miss your chance to see Australian wildlife, including kangaroos, platypus, wombats and more, in this beautiful natural environment. tidbinbilla.act.gov.au 02 6205 1233
Enjoy spectacular views and forest walks at National Arboretum Canberra.
MUSEUM TOURS NATIONAL DINOSAUR MUSEUM
Bring your camera, your friends and those burning dinosaur questions for a fun and educational journey back in time. Tours run every weekend and during ACT/NSW school holidays. nationaldinosaurmuseum. com.au 02 6230 2655
DAVID ATTENBOROUGH’S VIRTUAL REALITY EXPERIENCE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
Join David Attenborough as he travels back through time to see the first glimmerings of life on earth, and dive into a breathtaking underwater tour of the Great Barrier Reef, all using the latest in virtual reality (VR) technology. nma.gov.au 1800 026 132
FOREST WALKS NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA
Put on your boots and follow your guide for this one hour trek into the forests to experience the magical autumn colours at the Arboretum nationalarboretum.act.gov.au 02 6207 8484
Lucy Culliton, Emitt on the chair 2001 in The Popular Pet Show, National Portrait Gallery.
MIDDLE EAST EXHIBITION AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
A new exhibition on Australia’s involvement in the Middle East is now on display at the Australian War Memorial. This display looks at Australian involvement from the Gulf War through to Iraq and Afghanistan, and includes some 220 items from the Memorial’s collection. awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
UNTIL 13 MARCH
UNTIL 13 MARCH
ICONIC AUSTRALIAN HOUSES
THE POPULAR PET SHOW
NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
With vivid photography, rich illustrations, 3D models and interviews, explore 30 of the most important Australian homes of the past 60 years.
This exhibition of exuberant Australian paintings express the joy and warmth that many of us derive from our animal companions; celebrating their trusting and unpretentious ways.
naa.gov.au 02 6212 3600
portrait.gov.au 02 6102 7000
Enjoy Sundaze at the National Museum of Australia.
13 MARCH, 15–17 AND 27 APRIL, 27–28 MAY
FEDERATION GALLERY SPECIAL VIEWINGS NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
Come and take a peek at the birth certificates of the Commonwealth of Australia, including the Constitution and Queen Victoria’s Royal Commission of Assent. Not to be missed! naa.gov.au 02 6212 3600
UNTIL 26 MARCH
UNTIL 9 APRIL
SUNDAZE AT THE MUSEUM BAR
DIGITAL PORTRAITURE AWARD 2016
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
Visit the Museum on Sundays from 3–7pm for Sundaze with quality DJs, live acts and great food and drinks and free entry to the Lakeside Deck.
An annual event that extends traditional notions of portraiture and fosters emerging artists with an interest in new technology.
nma.gov.au 1800 026 132
portrait.gov.au 02 6102 7000
See Versailles: Treasures from the Palace at the National Gallery of Australia.
UNTIL 17 APRIL
UNTIL 25 APRIL
UNTIL 30 APRIL
VERSAILLES: TREASURES FROM THE PALACE
THE SELL
THE DESIGNER WITH THE MIDAS TOUCH
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
For the first time in history, some of the world’s greatest treasures from the Palace of Versailles are in Canberra for an epic exhibition exclusive to the NGA. Embodying the opulence, luxury and beauty of a period central to French history, it’s not to be missed. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
Step back in time, into the advertisements of Australia’s past. The Sell showcases rich collections of Australian advertising and explores the messages behind iconic and long forgotten ads. nla.gov.au/exhibitions/ the-sell 02 6262 1271
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT
Brimming with unparalleled pieces and behind-thescenes rarities, the Royal Australian Mint’s latest exhibition Stuart Devlin: The Designer with the Midas Touch is a must see. ramint.gov.au 02 6202 6999
March
The Enlighten Night Noodle Markets return as part of The Canberra Times Good Food Month.
EVERY WEDNESDAY IN MARCH
1–31 MARCH
THE CANBERRA TIMES SCIENCE-FICTION IN GOOD FOOD MONTH THE ATOMIC AGE VARIOUS LOCATIONS
NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE
Good Food Month returns for another year of delicious, unique and engaging events taking place across Canberra.
2–3, 9–10 MARCH
LUMINOUS BOTANICUS III: NIGHT OF BEAUTY AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS
Experience illuminated Throughout March, the gardens, enjoy local NFSA screens movies musicians and relax with from the golden age of a bite to eat on an after sci-fi including Godzilla canberra.goodfoodmonth.com dark discovery of the (1954), King of Monsters diversity and beauty of (1956), The Incredible our Australian landscapes. Shrinking Man (1957) anbg.gov.au/gardens and Invaders from 02 6250 9588 Mars (1953). nfsa.gov.au 02 6248 2000
Canberra comes to life after dark for Enlighten from 3–12 March.
2 MARCH TO 14 MAY
3–12 MARCH
3, 4, 10, 11 MARCH
THE OFFICIAL OBSERVER — 25 YEARS OF AUSPIC
ENLIGHTEN 2017 PRESENTED BY SINGAPORE AIRLINES
LATE NIGHT OPENING AND FOOD CARTS
PARLIAMENT HOUSE
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
This exhibition celebrates 25 years’ service by Auspic photographer David Foote and includes iconic images of major world events, world leaders, royalty, former Prime Ministers and the Australian Parliament.
Spectacular architectural projections, international installations, live entertainment and food galore will see Enlighten transform the heart of Canberra into a nocturnal playground for young and old. Tuck into fun, aph.gov.au/visit_parliament authentic Asian eats as 02 6277 5399 part of the Enlighten Night Noodle Markets. enlightencanberra.com.au 13 22 81
MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY, OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Enjoy a range of family friendly tasty treats from pop up food carts as you watch the impressive architectural projections on the iconic Old Parliament House building and meander through the building after dark. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
For the Record takes place at the Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House. Photo: Sean Davey
3, 4, 10, 11 MARCH
4 MARCH
5 MARCH
FOR THE RECORD
AUTUMN FOREST OPEN DAY
THE SOCIAL DANCE OF VERSAILLES: A JOURNEY THROUGH FRENCH COURTLY DANCE
MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY, OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Bring the family along to enjoy a fun and inspiring art and craft session after dark in Old Parliament House. Marvel as your creative contribution based on the Hansard records becomes part of a giant installation in King’s Hall. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA
Take part in an exclusive opportunity to explore the southern forests of the National Arboretum Canberra — an area not usually accessible by cars. Bring your picnic, bring your friends and family and soak up the beautiful autumn colours in our forests.
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
Be transported by the music, costumes and dance to a world of exquisite beauty. You can even join in for some of the dances. Presented by John Gardiner-Garden and the Earthly Delights nationalarboretum.act.gov.au Historic Dance Academy. 02 6207 8484
nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
Experience the art of dance at BOLD Festival. Photo: Elizabeth Cameron Dalman, OAM
8–12 MARCH
10 MARCH
11–19 MARCH
THE BOLD FESTIVAL
LIGHTS! CANBERRA! ACTION!
CANBERRA BALLOON SPECTACULAR
SENATE ROSE GARDENS, PARKES
LAWNS OF OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE, PARKES
PARLIAMENTARY TRIANGLE, PARKES
BOLD brings together dance artists from a wide range of areas, cultures and countries, and through talks, performances, films and revivals of historic works, explores their legacies, experiences and careers evolving with age. theboldfestival.com
Picnic under the stars as you watch the top 12 short films created around the central theme of ‘Right’ at the local film makers event, Lights! Canberra! Action! eormedia.com.au/lca 13 22 81
Wake up early and enjoy the excitement of more than 30 hot air balloons from across the globe launching from the lawns of Old Parliament House. balloonspectacular.com.au 13 22 81
Be surprised by Art, Not Apart, throughout Canberra on 18 March.
12 MARCH
13 MARCH
SYMPHONY IN THE PARK
CANBERRA DAY
ART, NOT APART
PARLIAMENTARY TRIANGLE, PARKES
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
COMMONWEALTH PARK, PARKES
Relax as the sun sets and enjoy music from a nostalgic tribute band followed by a performance from Canberra Symphony Orchestra.
Join the festivities at Canberra Day as the nation’s capital celebrates its 104th birthday with a program bursting to the seams with free entertainment, food and fun.
events.act.gov.au 13 22 81
events.act.gov.au 13 22 81
18 MARCH
Canberra’s largest contemporary arts festival returns for another huge day of exhibitions, performance art, numerous music stages, installations, strange interventions, film and projection, street food, dance parties and more. artnotapart.com
See the sky come to life for Hit104.7 Skyfire 2017.
18 MARCH
18 MARCH
CANBERRA CRAFT BEER & CIDER FESTIVAL
HIT104.7 SKYFIRE 2017 CANBERRA COMEDY FESTIVAL LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN VARIOUS LOCATIONS Canberra lights up the The fourth annual festival shores of Lake Burley Griffin with a magnificent features more than display of fireworks set to 60 headline international, national and local artists a soundtrack broadcast across a variety of comedy on Hit104.7. hit.com.au/canberra/skyfire formats in venues around Canberra, including Dave 13 22 81 Hughes, Jimeoin, Hannah Gadsby and many more.
MERCURE CANBERRA
Now in its 10th year, this festival will feature breweries from across Australia, along with live bands, food, entertainment and kids activities, while helping raise funds for ACT Cancer support. canberrabeerfest.com.au
20–26 MARCH
canberracomedyfestival. com.au
Enjoy demonstrations and more as part of Bonsai Week at the National Arboretum Canberra.
20–26 MARCH
FROM 23 MARCH
FROM 23 MARCH
BONSAI WEEK 2017
FACING TWO FRONTS: THE FIGHT FOR RESPECT
INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS AT WAR: FROM THE BOER WAR TO THE PRESENT
NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA
Take part in a bonsai experience like no other during this week of demonstrations, masterclasses, curator guided tours and social events.
NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
02 6207 8484
naa.gov.au 02 6212 3600
Through the lens of military service and the stories of those who served, learn about Indigenous soldiers’ nationalarboretum.act.gov.au struggle for social justice.
NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
This award-winning travelling exhibition from the Shrine of Remembrance celebrates the courage, tenacity and resourcefulness of Indigenous Australians in the armed forces. naa.gov.au 02 6212 3600
Experience Canberra District Wine Week at vineyards and cellar doors throughout the region.
FROM 25 MARCH
26 MARCH
31 MARCH–9 APRIL
ABOVE AND BEYOND
CHARLIE SIEM AND THE OMEGA ENSEMBLE
CANBERRA DISTRICT WINE WEEK
QUESTACON — THE NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
Presented by Boeing, Above and Beyond at Questacon invites you to experience what it takes to make the ‘impossible’ possible in and above the sky.
For the first time ever, internationally renowned violin virtuoso Charlie Siem performs in Australia with the Sydney-based Omega Ensemble.
questacon.edu.au 02 6270 2800
charliesiem.com
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Celebrate our region’s wine vintages with wine tastings, food matchings and tours across the region, from Gundaroo to Bungendore and more. The Canberra Wines Harvest Festival, 8–9 April, is not to be missed. canberrawines.com.au
April
Freestyle riding in Toowoomba, Queensland, 2012, National Museum of Australia. Photo: Patricia Woods
OPENS APRIL
1 APRIL–18 JUNE
2 APRIL
FREEWHEELING: CYCYLING IN AUSTRALIA
THE NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHIC PORTRAIT PRIZE 2017
AUTO ITALIA CANBERRA
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
140 years of Australia’s cycling history will spin into Canberra for this must-see exhibition for cycling enthusiasts of all ages. Free, donations welcome.
The National Photographic Portrait Prize exhibition is selected from a national field of entries, reflecting the distinctive vision of Australia’s aspiring and professional portrait photographers and the unique nature of their subjects.
nma.gov.au/freewheeling 1800 026 132
portrait.gov.au 02 6102 7000
OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE LAWNS
Passion and pride intersect as Italian automotive enthusiasts gather to witness this showcase of beautiful design and excellence. autoitaliacanberra.com
Eat, drink and be merry at The Forage.
5–9 APRIL
8 APRIL
13–17 APRIL
YOU ARE HERE FESTIVAL
THE FORAGE
NATIONAL FOLK FESTIVAL
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
This immersive and experimental art festival takes over Canberra for five days as the city’s shopfronts, laneways, carparks and more are transformed . youareherecanberra.com.au
LITTLE NATIONAL HOTEL
Feast to your heart’s content at Canberra’s street food feast, the Forage. Eat, drink and be merry as you enjoy the tastes of local food vendors and be entertained by musicians, dancers and models in this unique showcase of local cafes, food trucks, wineries and breweries. theforage.com.au
EXHIBITION PARK
Be entertained as the National Folk Festival brings exceptional musicians and performers from across Australia and the world to Canberra in a five day celebration of traditional and contemporary folk life. folkfestival.org.au 02 6262 4792
Commemorate Anzac Day at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra.
22 APRIL
25 APRIL
27 APRIL–7 MAY
SUNWAVES CUBAN STREET FEST
ANZAC DAY COMMEMORATION
CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL
OLD BUS DEPOT, KINGSTON FORESHORE
Try something new from top street food vendors and dance the night away to live music at this Canberra-first event. sunwaves.com.au
AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
The spirit of Anzac, with its qualities of courage, mateship, and sacrifice, continues to have meaning and relevance for our sense of national identity. The Dawn Service, National Anzac Day Ceremony and Last Post Ceremony will commemorate the 102nd anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces in the First World War. awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
VARIOUS LOCATIONS
Enjoy intimate performances and exceptional musicianship — featuring classical, contemporary and world music — in some of the capital’s most iconic settings. cimf.org.au 02 6230 5880
May
See M*A*S*H at Cinema in the Vietnam Era at the National Film and Sound Archive.
EVERY WEDNESDAY IN MAY
7 MAY
13 MAY–20 AUGUST, 2017
CINEMA IN THE VIETNAM ERA
GROOVIN THE MOO
KIRSTIE REA, THE LAND: A 20 YEAR SURVEY
NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE
Heart, wit, mayhem and a spirit of protest infuse these counter-cultural hits. Season includes M*A*S*H (1970), and The Wild Bunch (1969). nfsa.gov.au 02 6248 2000
THE MEADOWS, UNIVERSITY OF CANBERRA
Australia’s only regional touring music festival returns with a stellar line-up including The Wombats, Violent Soho, Amy Shark, Tash Sultana and more! gtm.net.au
CANBERRA MUSEUM AND GALLERY
Celebrate the work of one of Australia’s leading contemporary glass artists in this exhibition that pulls works from her career spanning two decades. cmag.com.au 02 6207 3968
Grab a bargain at the Suitcase Rummage in NewActon. Photo: Cole Bennetts
14 MAY
21 MAY
24 MAY–20 AUGUST
SUITCASE RUMMAGE
STRINGS IN THE SALON
MELODRAMA IN MEIJI JAPAN
MONSTER KITCHEN AND BAR
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
Join musicians from the Canberra Symphony Orchestra for a program of delightful music in the Monster salon.
Step into the tumultuous world of Japan in the 1800s, through a selection of stunning Japanese woodblock illustrations. Used to illustrate Japanese novels, these beautiful images accompany stories filled with drama, tragedy and intrigue, reflecting the uncertainty of the times.
NEWACTON PRECINCT
A mini market set up in suitcases. Come for a bargain, a swap, or an old-fashioned haggle. Featuring vintage goods, artwork, bric-a-brac, clothing, books, jewellery, hand-made, shoes, records, and more. newacton.com.au
monsterkitchen.com.au 02 6287 6287
nla.gov.au
Markets
Peruse the Old Bus Depot Markets every Sunday in Kingston.
18-19 MARCH
SUNDAYS
HANDMADE MARKET
OLD BUS DEPOT MARKETS
EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA
OLD BUS DEPOT, KINGSTON
10am–4pm SATURDAYS
CAPITAL REGION FARMERS MARKET EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA
10am–4pm SPECIAL THEMES
12 March
Retro Depot in March
16 April
Portobello Road on Easter Sunday
21 and 22 May
A Celebration of Wool
3RD SUNDAY
4TH SATURDAY
BUNGENDORE MARKETS
BRAIDWOOD MARKETS
7.30am–11.30am 1ST SUNDAY
HALL MARKETS HALL
10am–3pm
BUNGENDORE
BRAIDWOOD
9am–3pm
8am–1pm
Sport
See the GIANTS return to Manuka Oval on 10 March.
AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE
2017 SUPER RUGBY
MANUKA OVAL
4 MARCH
GIO STADIUM CANBERRA
10 MARCH
11 MARCH
GIANTS V North Melbourne
Plus500 Brumbies V Sharks
15 APRIL
10 MARCH
GIANTS V Port Adelaide
Plus500 Brumbies V Western Force
28 APRIL
GIANTS V Western Bulldogs
AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL LEAGUE WOMEN MANUKA OVAL 18 MARCH
GIANTS V Western Bulldogs
GIO STADIUM CANBERRA
25 MARCH
NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE Canberra Raiders V Sharks 19 MARCH
Canberra Raiders V West Tigers
Plus500 Brumbies V Highlanders
1 APRIL
8 APRIL
15 APRIL
Plus500 Brumbies V Reds 30 APRIL
Canberra Raiders V Warriors
Plus500 Brumbies V Blues
21 APRIL
12 MAY
Plus500 Brumbies V Lions
Canberra Raiders V Eels
Canberra Raiders V Sea Eagles 28 MAY
Canberra Raiders V Roosters
Canberra Raiders will play the Eels at GIO Stadium Canberra on 1 April.
RUNNING OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE LAWNS 8–9 APRIL
2017 Australian Running Festival
WALKING VARIOUS LOCATIONS
23 APRIL
STROMLO FOREST PARK
AMB 100 Mountain Bike Marathon 30 APRIL
STROMLO FOREST PARK
Fox Rollercoaster Superflow Round Three
1–2 APRIL
HORSE RACING
Canberra Walking Festival
5 MARCH
CYCLING 1–2 APRIL
EAST KOWEN FOREST
The Mont 24 Hour Race 9–11 MARCH
COTTER CAMP GROUND
2017 Oceania Road Cycling Championships
THOROUGHBRED PARK
2017 Mercedes-Benz Canberra Black Opal Stakes and tab.com.au Canberra Cup Race Day 18 MARCH
Canberra Outlet Centre Charity Race Day
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS AIS ARENA 8 APRIL
Brace 49
TENNIS CANBERRA TENNIS CENTRE 11–26 MARCH
ACT Claycourt International
NETBALL AIS ARENA 19 MARCH
GIANTS Netball V Adelaide Thunderbirds 14 MAY
GIANTS Netball V Melbourne Vixens
Theatre and music
Ladies in Black comes to the Canberra Theatre from 27 March until 2 April.
CANBERRA THEATRE 27 MARCH–2 APRIL
Queensland Theatre: Ladies in Black 31 MARCH–2 APRIL
Paw Patrol Live! Race to the Rescue 7 APRIL
Kate Miller-Heidke with The National Pops Orchestra
We’re Going On A Bear Hunt
THE PLAYHOUSE, CANBERRA THEATRE CENTRE
11 MAY
15 MARCH
Julia Morris — Lift & Separate
Martha Wainwright with special guests Oh Pep!
25–27 MAY
6–15 APRIL
Sydney Dance Company — ORB
Bell Shakespeare — Richard 3
6 MAY
20 APRIL
Billy Bragg & Joe Henry
5 MAY
22 APRIL
The Whitlams 25th Anniversary Tour with The National Pops Orchestra
3–14 MAY
David Hobson & Marina Prior — The 2 of Us VELVET 31 MAY–3 JUNE
Sydney Theatre Company: TALK
Emma Pask will perform at The Street Theatre on 31 March.
THE STREET THEATRE 4–18 MARCH
Cold Light
ROYAL THEATRE, THE ANU BAR NATIONAL CONVENTION 8 MARCH CENTRE CANBERRA The Living End
21 MARCH
20 MARCH
Paul Foot — Tis A Pity She’s A Piglet
8 APRIL
Daniel O’Donnell
22–24 MARCH
Jessica Mauboy
Doug Anthony All Stars
15 APRIL
24 MARCH
Carlos Santana
Cal Wilson — Things I’ve Never Said
LLEWELLYN HALL, ANU
31 MARCH
Emma Pask 5–7 MAY
Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells For Two 20 MAY
Peace Train — A Tribute to Cat Stevens Starring Darren Coggan
10 APRIL
An Evening with Ayaan Hirsi Ali
10 MARCH
Holly Throsby 23 MARCH
Urthboy 1 APRIL
Kingswood
JAMES O FAIRFAX THEATRE, NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA 1 APRIL
Louis legacy, Salut! Baroque concert
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