Spring 2016
Season of celebration There’s a lot to love about Canberra in spring — from a jam-packed calendar of annual events and award-winning restaurants to endless natural attractions and a multitude of galleries and museums just waiting to be explored.
EMBRACE SPRING
TREAT YOURSELF
Celebrate the turn of the season at Floriade, the largest flower show in the Southern Hemisphere, and a much loved fixture on Canberra’s events calendar. This celebration of spring showcases the best in horticulture, creative landscaping, innovation and design. And don’t miss the five-night after dark extravaganza, Floriade NightFest, with spectacular lighting designs and installations, pop-up roving entertainment, live comedy and music acts.
After all that fresh air you’ll have earned a little indulgence and Canberra’s red-hot food and wine scene is sure to impress. Refuel in the inner-city foodie precincts of Braddon, NewActon and the Kingston Foreshore — where you’ll find a delicious combination of hipster coffee shops, innovative cafes and award-winning restaurants — or spend the day sampling the region’s cool climate wines, with more than 30 cellar doors located within 35 minutes drive of Canberra.
Enjoy the great outdoors and soar above Lake Burley Griffin and the National Arboretum Canberra in a hot air balloon or venture into our nearby national parks to hike the mountainous surrounds and appreciate the beauty of the region.
Enjoy a weekend of local wines matched with scrumptious food, while roving from winery to winery, and taking in the beautiful countryside along the way during the Murrumbateman Moving Feast. You can also sample the best Rieslings from the Canberra district and across the world at the Canberra International Riesling Challenge Public Tasting Day on 15 October at the Albert Hall. A pop-up Canberra District Wine event on 18–19 November in one of the city’s coolest laneways will give you another opportunity to taste a cheeky local red or white.
Left: Hot air ballooning over National Arboretum Canberra Front cover: Floriade
Tackle a Brodburger on the Kingston Foreshore
EXPLORE THE CITY
EXPEND SOME ENERGY
Get up close and personal with a cheetah at the National Zoo & Aquarium, indulge in a worldfamous Freakshake at Patissez, sample award-winning bacon from Pialligo Estate or see a different side of Parliament House on a tour of the stunning private gardens during Floriade.
Let the kids run wilder than their imagination in Canberra through giant acorns at the National Arboretum Canberra, tiny villages at Cockington Green Gardens and past friendly fossils at the National Dinosaur Museum.
Explore the many parks around Lake Burley Griffin, the masterful centrepiece of Canberra. The large and lovely lake is an ideal water playground, whether you’re into rowing, sailing, kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding. Cyclists and walkers are well catered for along the 40km shoreline, and nothing beats a picnic in its numerous parks and gardens.
Weave your way through the fascinating displays of Spiders at Questacon — The National Science and Technology Centre, and explore Play Up at the Museum of Australian at Old Parliament House. Build a robot of the future using touch screens and then journey back in time to learn about an important era in Australia’s history at the popular KSpace family space at the National Museum of Australia.
Central Coast Mariners v Wellington Phoenix
TAKE IT ALL IN Explore the history of humanity when major international exhibition A History Of The World In 100 Objects From The British Museum opens at the National Museum of Australia. Immerse yourself in a pop-up arts trail along the southern shores of Lake Burley Griffin during Contour 556. Fifty local, national and international artists present public works, including dance, soundscapes, projections and ‘traditional’ sculpture, which respond to the layers of Canberra’s history.
ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS Enjoy the views, delicious picnic hampers, wonderful atmosphere and most of all the music when Canberra’s operatic spectacular, Voices in the Forest, returns for its sixth concert at the National Arboretum Canberra. Catch latest releases, children’s movies and classic films in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens’ Sunset Cinema throughout spring. Be in the crowd when the Central Coast Mariners take on the Wellington Phoenix. GIO Stadium will host this blockbuster where the Central Coast Mariners will take on their rivals from across the Tasman in a remembrance weekend fixture.
What’s on throughout spring
Spot Australian wildlife at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
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
AIS TOURS
DRESS CODE: EMPIRE
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORT
MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Come on tour to see where many of our top athletes prepared for the Rio 2016 Olympics — you might even catch some of them training for their next competition. experienceais.com.au/ visit-ais/tours 02 6214 1010
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
Create your own time-travelling robot at Kspace. Photo: Adam McGrath
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
NATIONAL COIN COLLECTION
KSPACE
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
The Royal Australian Mint is home to Australia's National Coin Collection, with some of the most interesting items from the collection on display in the gallery.
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.
ramint.gov.au 02 6202 6999
nma.gov.au/kspace 1800 026 132
The World of Coin Design at the Royal Australian Mint
FIX AND MAKE
DESIGN AND NATURE
HOTEL HOTEL
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
A series of workshops and talks inviting individuals to reconnect with their hands and encourage new learnings through doing. Bookings essential. hotel-hotel.com.au/ fixandmake 02 6287 6287
This glass and ceramics exhibition features the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany and ClĂŠment Massier, two of the greatest Art Nouveau designers and artists, and brings their extraordinary art together for the first time at the gallery. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
THE WORLD OF COIN DESIGN ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT
Enter the world of a coin designer at the Royal Australian Mint this spring and see what a typical coin-design studio looks like. ramint.gov.au 02 6202 6999
Museum tours at the National Dinosaur Museum
RE-DISCOVERING GINNINDERRA HALL SCHOOL MUSEUM AND HERITAGE CENTRE
For half a century from the 1860s, Ginninderra was a flourishing community boasting a church, two schools, a police station and a hotel. But what happened? museum.hall.act.au
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
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA TALKS AND WORKSHOPS NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
The Gallery has an extensive program of talks and workshops where you can learn about local and international artists, be inspired by the National Art Collection and create your own artworks. nga.gov.au 02 6240 64119
Stand up, dress up and think up at Play Up
PLAY UP MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Curated for, with and by children, this fabulous space allows children to stand up, dress up, make up, think up and step up. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
MUD MEN — RAMESH MARIO NITHIYENDRAN INSTALLATION NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
The installation by Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran is comprised of five large-scale ceramic sculptures, including four new works that are being exhibited for the first time. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
TOUR: COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
Explore the National Portrait Gallery Collection and the building on this free daily highlights tour. Meet some of the most interesting people in the collection and learn about the building. portrait.gov.au 02 6102 7000
Roll Of Honour Projections at the Australian War Memorial
MAGNA CARTA: AN AUSTRALIAN STORY MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
How do the movie The Castle, the Yirrkala Bark Petitions and Albert Langer relate to Magna Carta? Find out and explore the history from an Australian perspective. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
ROLL OF HONOUR PROJECTIONS
FACE UP! IN KING’S HALL
AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
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. awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
Join the democratic chorus and vote for what matters to you by projecting your selfie onto the walls of King’s Hall. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
Treasures Gallery at the National Library of Australia
TREASURES GALLERY
GUIDED FOREST WALK
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA
Browse new additions when you come face to face with some of the Library’s greatest treasures and Australia’s best known stories.
Put on your boots and join your guide for a seasonal walk into the Forests from 10am each Sunday throughout spring.
nla.gov.au 02 6262 1111
MEMORIES OF THE STRUGGLE: AUSTRALIANS AGAINST APARTHEID MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Explore Australia’s involvement in the
nationalarboretum.act.gov.au struggle to end apartheid 02 6207 8484
in South Africa. See Gary Foley’s Springbok rugby jersey, Sir Donald Bradman’s letters and Nelson Mandela memorabilia. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
Spiders, Questacon — The National Science and Technology Centre
UNTIL 4 SEPTEMBER
FAITH, FASHION, FUSION: MUSLIM WOMEN’S STYLE IN AUSTRALIA NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
Exquisite garments, sleek fashion shoots, designers, retailers and bloggers. Discover emerging modest fashion trends and the work of a new generation of Muslim fashionistas. naa.gov.au 02 6212 3600
UNTIL 11 SEPTEMBER
MAY GIBBS BY GUM! CANBERRA MUSEUM AND GALLERY
Beyond its phenomenal creativity, May Gibbs’ work is an early example of merchandising stories and artworks. The exhibition presents a large collection which reflects this highly sophisticated merchandising. cmag.com.au 02 6207 3968
UNTIL 9 OCTOBER
SPIDERS QUESTACON — THE NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
Imagine if you could taste with your fingers and hear with your hair! Don’t miss out on exploring the amazing abilities of our eight-legged friends at Questacon’s exhibition, Spiders. questacon.edu.au 02 6270 2800
S.T. Gill (1818–1880), Kangaroo Hunting No. 1, The Meet (detail) c. 1856, National Library of Australia
UNTIL 16 OCTOBER
UNTIL 16 OCTOBER
UNTIL 30 OCTOBER
AUSTRALIAN SKETCHBOOK: COLONIAL LIFE & THE ART OF S.T. GILL
TOUGH AND TENDER NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
DIANE ARBUS: AMERICAN PORTRAITS
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
More than just a colonial artist, Samuel Thomas Gill was a satirist and a social commentator. See stories of colonial life in more than 200 of his paintings, drawings, watercolours and prints. nla.gov.au/australiansketchbook 02 6262 1111
This exhibition explores personal relations, individual expression and fluid identity in the photography of Larry Clark, Robert Mapplethorpe, Nan Goldin and more. portrait.gov.au 02 6102 7000
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
This exhibition features 36 of Arbus’ most iconic photographs, exhibited alongside a selection of photographs from the NGA collection by other leading photographers, whose work influenced Arbus or has been influenced by her. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
Play by Xu Zhen at the National Gallery of Australia
UNTIL 31 OCTOBER
UNTIL NOVEMBER
MENZIES BY JOHN HOWARD
CONTEMPORARY ASIAN GALLERIES
MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA
Former PM John Howard shares his reflections on and insights into Robert Menzies’ first term, and the experiences that shaped Australia’s longest-serving prime minister. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
This new display focused on contemporary Chinese art features provocative works by internationally renowned artists such as Ai Weiwei, Xu Zhen and Zhang Huan. nga.gov.au 02 6240 6411
UNTIL 13 NOVEMBER
PEACE, LOVE AND WAR: THE DENMANS, EMPIRE AND AUSTRALIA, 1910–1917 CANBERRA MUSEUM AND GALLERY
Lord Thomas Denman was Australia’s fifth Governor-General and married to the irrepressible Lady Gertrude Denman. This exhibition examines the political, cultural and Imperial interests of this imposing power couple. cmag.com.au 02 6207 3968
Spring Glory Courtyard Tour at Parliament House
UNTIL 20 NOVEMBER
BIGGER ON THE INSIDE: COLLECTING DR WHO CANBERRA MUSEUM AND GALLERY
Timothy Kirsopp displays his entire collection in an attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s largest collection of Dr Who related memorabilia. Items document everything Whovian from Daleks and the TARDIS to the Doctors and their companions. cmag.com.au 02 6207 3968
UNTIL LATE NOVEMBER
BEHIND THE LINES 2015 MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Leadership spills, big personalities and controversial policies during 2015 resulted in satirical gold from Australia’s talented political cartoonists. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
10–11 SEPTEMBER, 16 SEPTEMBER–9 OCTOBER, 14–16 OCTOBER
SPRING GLORY COURTYARD TOUR AUSTRALIAN PARLIAMENT HOUSE
See a different side of ‘the people’s house’ on a tour of the stunning private gardens during Floriade. aph.gov.au/visitparliament 02 6277 5399
The Lewis chessmen, about 1150–1175 CE, found in Scotland, probably made in Norway © Trustees of the British Museum
3 SEPTEMBER, 24 SEPTEMBER, 1 OCTOBER, 8 OCTOBER AND 5 NOVEMBER
AFTERDARK: SPRING SCAVENGER HUNTS AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS
Gather your family for a night-time botanical scavenger hunt and obtain the most points to take home the coveted ‘super-sleuth’ prize. anbg.gov.au/gardens/ whatson 02 6250 9588
18 SEPTEMBER AND 2 OCTOBER
MEET THE GARDENER SPECIAL TOUR AUSTRALIAN PARLIAMENT HOUSE
FROM 9 SEPTEMBER
A HISTORY OF THE WORLD IN 100 OBJECTS FROM THE BRITISH MUSEUM NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
Learn about the work that goes into maintaining the gardens on a tour led by an experienced Parliament House gardener, followed by morning or afternoon tea. Bookings essential.
This major international exhibition explores the history of humanity — how we have shaped the world, and how the world has shaped us — from two million years ago until the present.
aph.gov.au/visitparliament 02 6277 5399
nma.gov.au/100objects 1800 026 132
September
Floriade, the largest flower show in the Southern Hemisphere
15 SEPTEMBER–13 NOVEMBER
THE WATERHOUSE NATURAL SCIENCE ART PRIZE 2016 NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA
This stunning exhibition features finalists from Australia’s premier natural science art prize presenting their perspectives on the scientific issues facing our planet. The ever popular Waterhouse is a compelling display of natural science seen through the eyes of renowned and emerging artists. naa.gov.au 02 6212 3600
17–18 SEPTEMBER
GAMMA.CON AIS ARENA
GAMMA.CON is the largest pop culture celebration in the ACT and Southern NSW, featuring cosplay, videogames, tabletop gaming, tournaments, panels, workshops, live events, art and much more. gammacon.org.au
17 SEPTEMBER– 16 OCTOBER
FLORIADE COMMONWEALTH PARK
Celebrate spring and the turn of the season at Floriade, the largest flower show in the Southern Hemisphere. This premium garden event showcases the best in horticulture, creative landscaping, innovation and design. floriadeaustralia.com 1300 852 780
Explore the Australian National Botanic Gardens
17 SEPTEMBER– 16 OCTOBER
17 SEPTEMBER– 16 OCTOBER
TULIP TOP GARDENS
BREAKFAST WITH THE BIRDS
SUTTON NSW
Discover a hidden valley with a 10-acre garden of tulips, daffodils, blossom trees and other spring flowers. tuliptopgardens.com.au 02 6230 3077
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS
Discover the Gardens' birdlife followed by breakfast at Floresco in the Gardens Cafe every Saturday and Sunday coinciding with Floriade Bookings essential. anbg.gov.au/gardens/ whatson 02 6250 9588
19–24 SEPTEMBER
AUSTRALIAN COOL CLIMATE WINE SHOW FLINT IN THE VINES, MURRUMBATEMAN
The Australian Cool Climate Wine Show was born out of the vision that a small band of local grape growers and winemakers had to create a wine show dedicated to benchmarking the unique wine styles produced from cool climate wine regions. accwineshow.com.au 02 6227 0358
Botanica at Bisonhome
22 SEPTEMBER– MID NOVEMBER
POLITICAL CARTOONS FROM THE ‘TIMES OF INDIA’ MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE
Developed in collaboration with the Indian High Commission in Canberra, this exhibition showcases political cartoons from the Times of India newspaper, including work from renowned cartoonist Ajit Ninan. moadoph.gov.au 02 6270 8222
FROM 23 SEPTEMBER
FOR COUNTRY: FOR NATION AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
For Country: For Nation shares Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories of military service in times of war and peace in the Special Exhibitions Gallery. awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
24 SEPTEMBER–17 OCTOBER
BOTANICA BISONHOME, PIALLIGO
Bisonhome celebrates spring in the ACT with Botanica, an annual design festival with floral displays, an art exhibition from Tiffany Brown, and master classes from leading local and national stylists, chefs and providores...oh and a killer bake-off! bisonhome.com 02 6257 7255
FASHFEST
24 SEPTEMBER–9 OCTOBER
28 SEPTEMBER–2 OCTOBER
WORDPLAY
FLORIADE NIGHTFEST
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
COMMONWEALTH PARK
Drop in and read, write, illustrate and imagine. Celebrate Floriade with a range of activities exploring spring, flowers and the shape, meaning and use of language. nla.gov.au/events 02 6262 1111
Explore spectacular lighting designs and installations, discover pop-up roving entertainment and be entertained by top talent in comedy and music at NightFest. This after-dark experience illuminates Floriade across five nights. floriadeaustralia.com/ nightfest 1300 852 780
29 SEPTEMBER–1 OCTOBER
FASHFEST NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE
FASHFEST, a stunning three-day fashion experience, shines the spotlight on the city of Canberra’s diverse local design talent. The 2016 event extends its style platform to include interstate and international fashion designers. fashfest.com.au
October
Canberra International Riesling Challenge Public Tasting
1–2 OCTOBER
15 OCTOBER
15–16 OCTOBER
THE TRADIES MURRUMBATEMAN MOVING FEAST
CANBERRA INTERNATIONAL RIESLING CHALLENGE PUBLIC TASTING
MURRUMBATEMAN RECREATION GROUND
VARIOUS WINERIES
Tantalise your taste buds with the Murrumbateman Moving Feast, a roving degustation of fine local wines matched with delicious tasting plates, showcasing the best of Murrumbateman's local wineries. makersofmurrumbateman. org.au 02 6226 2557
ALBERT HALL
Discover why Riesling is one of the world’s favourite grapes. Taste vintages from the Canberra District, across Australia and overseas. rieslingchallenge.com
MURRUMBATEMAN FIELD DAYS The Murrumbateman Fields Days are the Yass Valley and Canberra Region's premier small farm field day event bringing together more than 450 exhibitors and tempting all your taste buds with superb local wines and produce. mfdays.com 02 6227 5895
Fifty artists present works in Contour 556
22 OCTOBER– 13 NOVEMBER
CONTOUR 556 SOUTHERN SIDE OF LAKE BURLEY GRIFFIN CANBERRA
Fifty local, national and international artists present public works on Canberra’s history in Contour 556. Experience this outdoor event of landscape activations including dance, soundscapes, projections and ‘traditional’ sculpture. contour556.com.au
23 OCTOBER
29 OCTOBER
WONDERLANDS: CELEBRATING THE ILLUSTRIOUS LIFE OF ROBERT INGPEN
CANBERRA NARA FESTIVAL
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
Master illustrator and storyteller Robert Ingpen leads us on a journey into the magical landscapes of his own imagination, revealing the places, stories and people that inspired him along the way. nla.gov.au/events 02 6262 1271
LENNOX GARDENS, CANBERRA NARA PARK
The Canberra Nara Candle Festival is a celebration of the Canberra Nara Sister City relationship with calligraphy, origami, Japanese food, martial arts demonstrations, entertainment and the light of more than 2,000 candles. events.act.gov.au/nara 13 22 81
November
Sunset Cinema at Australian National Botanic Gardens
OPENS 4 NOVEMBER
11 NOVEMBER
THE POPULAR PET SHOW
REMEMBRANCE DAY
NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
This exhibition will express the joy and warmth that many of us derive from our animal companions as seen through the art of Nicholas Harding, Kristin Headlam, Noel McKenna, Darren McDonald and many more. portrait.gov.au 02 6102 7000
OPENS 11 NOVEMBER
SUNSET CINEMA
AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL
AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL BOTANIC GARDENS
Take part in the Dawn Service, followed by the National Ceremony, remembering those who died or suffered for Australia's cause in all wars and armed conflicts.
Enjoy latest releases, children’s movies and classic films in the beautiful garden surrounds on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. Bring a picnic or purchase your dinner at the event.
awm.gov.au 02 6243 4211
sunsetcinema.com.au/ canberra 02 6250 9588
Food and Wine In The Laneway
OPENS MID NOVEMBER
18–19 NOVEMBER
19 NOVEMBER
THE SELL: AUSTRALIAN ADVERTISING 1790S TO 1990S
FOOD AND WINE IN THE LANEWAY
VOICES IN THE FOREST
TOCUMWAL LANE, CANBERRA CITY
NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA
Drop into the city’s Tocumwal Lane to sample a pop-up selection of some of the Canberra district’s best food and cool climate wines.
Canberra’s operatic spectacular returns for its sixth concert featuring Sumi Jo, soprano, Richard Troxell, tenor and Sally-Anne Russell, mezzo-soprano.
NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA
A trip down memory lane is in store as the Library embarks on an exploration of Australia’s changing self-image through 200 years of advertising, chock-full of nostalgia with familiar brands, names and campaigns. nla.gov.au 02 6262 1111
canberrawines.com.au
voicesintheforest.com.au 02 6275 2700
Markets
Old Bus Depot Markets
SATURDAYS
SUNDAYS
CAPITAL REGION FARMERS MARKET
KINGSTON
EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA
7.30am–11.30am
OLD BUS DEPOT MARKETS 10am-4pm SPECIAL THEMES
4 September 11 September 18 September 25 September 2 October 9 October 16 October 23 October 6 November 13 November 20 November 27 November
Multicultural Sunday Bling on Sunday Green Savvy Sunday Collectable Sunday Multicultural Sunday Retro Depot Bling on Sunday Collectable Sunday Multicultural Sunday The Jewel of Canberra Bling on Sunday Collectable Sunday
The Forage
1ST SUNDAY
9 SEPTEMBER
21–25 SEPTEMBER
HARTLEY HALL MARKETS
NIGHT MARKET CANBERRA
SPRING ART EXHIBITION
HALL
REALM PARK, BARTON
ALBERT HALL, CANBERRA
4pm–9pm
10am–5pm
10–11 SEPTEMBER
22 OCTOBER
10am–3pm 3RD SUNDAY
BUNGENDORE MARKETS BUNGENDORE
9am–3pm 4TH SATURDAY
BRAIDWOOD MARKETS BRAIDWOOD
8am–1pm
HANDMADE MARKET
THE FORAGE
EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA
THE LITTLE NATIONAL, BARTON
10am–4pm
2pm–7pm
Sport
Manuka Oval
RUNNING
TENNIS
ROND TERRACE, PARKES
CANBERRA TENNIS CENTRE, LYNEHAM
4 SEPTEMBER
29 OCTOBER–7 NOVEMBER
Canberra Times Fun Run
Canberra International
HORSE RACING THOROUGHBRED PARK, LYNEHAM 7 OCTOBER
tab.com.au Tony Campbell Memorial Cup and Students Race Day 1 NOVEMBER
tab.com.au Melbourne Cup Race Day
HYUNDAI ALEAGUE SOCCER GIO STADIUM 12 NOVEMBER
Central Coast Mariners v Wellington Phoenix
CRICKET MANUKA OVAL 18 NOVEMBER
Commonwealth Bank Southern Stars v South Africa 20 NOVEMBER
Commonwealth Bank Southern Stars v South Africa
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS AIS ARENA 26 NOVEMBER
Brace MMA 2016 Grand Final
Theatre and music
Othello. Photo: Pierre Toussaint
CANBERRA THEATRE 3 SEPTEMBER
Celtic Illusion 15–17 SEPTEMBER
Circa: Carnival of the Animals 13–23 OCTOBER
Wicked 2 NOVEMBER
Kim Wilde & Howard Jones 19 NOVEMBER
A Very Canberra Comedy Festival Christmas 23–27 NOVEMBER
The Nutcracker
THE PLAYHOUSE, CANBERRA THEATRE CENTRE
THE COURTYARD STUDIO, CANBERRA THEATRE CENTRE
8 SEPTEMBER
4–15 OCTOBER
An Evening with Henry Rollins
Kitty Flanagan — All New Whitey McWhiteboard Show
13–24 SEPTEMBER
The Wharf Review 14–22 OCTOBER
Othello 27–29 OCTOBER
Sophocles’ Antigone 22 NOVEMBER
Sesame Street presents Elmo’s Super Fun Hero Show 26 NOVEMBER
Lawrence Mooney — Moonman
The Whitlams
THE STREET THEATRE
5–8 OCTOBER
21 OCTOBER
6–18 SEPTEMBER
Dinosaur Time Machine
Diesel — Americana
The Faithful Servant
6–8 OCTOBER
23 OCTOBER
21 SEPTEMBER
Polarity
Chrystian Dozzer — Despertar album launch
13 OCTOBER
Kate Ceberano & Paul Grabowsky: Love Songs
22–24 SEPTEMBER
14 OCTOBER
The Whitlams 24 SEPTEMBER
Tangents — Stateless album launch 29 SEPTEMBER–8 OCTOBER
Papillon
Alesa Lajana Joseph Tawadros Quartet 15 OCTOBER
Supermusician by Die Roten Punkte
19 NOVEMBER–4 DECEMBER
Cold Light
Metamorphoses with the Australian String Quartet
THE ABBEY, NICHOLLS 9 SEPTEMBER
Harry Manx 17 SEPTEMBER
Burlesque Idol
THE ANU BAR, ACTON 29 SEPTEMBER
Ball Park Music 3 NOVEMBER
The Dandy Warhols
NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA 19 SEPTEMBER
Basically Beethoven: Selby and Friends 16 OCTOBER
Metamorphoses with the Australian String Quarter
HIGH COURT OF AUSTRALIA PUBLIC HALL 30 OCTOBER
Canberra Wind Symphony: Legally High
LLEWELLYN HALL, ANU 10 SEPTEMBER
Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox 24 SEPTEMBER
Canberra Youth Orchestra — Icons 3: Sibelius 2–3 NOVEMBER
ACTEWAGL Llewellyn Series/04 Tchaikovsky 4 NOVEMBER
The Tallis Scholars