5 THINGS TO DO IN AUTUMN

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Canberra Comedy Festival Gala

If you’re looking for maximum belly laughs and entertainment, then book a ticket to the Canberra Comedy Festival Gala. This event showcases some of the best local and international acts from the Canberra Comedy Festival line-up, all in one massive show. The gala takes place on 21 March and is guaranteed to keep your endorphins running high. canberracomedyfestival.com.au

2 Feared And Revered

Feared and Revered: Feminine Power through the Ages, celebrates the power and diversity of female spiritual beings in cultural traditions and beliefs across the globe. This exhibition showcases more than 160 objects from the British Museum’s collection, spanning six continents and 5,000 years, from 2800 BCE to the present day. Open daily at the National Museum of Australia until 27 August 2023. nma.gov.au/exhibitions/feared-and-revered

3 Handmade Market

Looking for the perfect memento to remind you of your trip to Canberra? Then a visit to Handmade Market on 29 and 30 April is a must. The quarterly market brings together over 250 Australian designers, crafters and makers under one roof, so you’re guaranteed to find something for everyone, from your grandmother to your cousin’s new boyfriend you’ve never met. handmadecanberra.com.au

4 Taste Festival Canberra

Don’t spoil your appetite before visiting Taste Festival Canberra, which brings together Australia’s best local wine, spirit and craft beer makers. Sip and taste your way through the festival while also indulging in some of the ‘walk and fork’ gourmet plates on offer. This event runs from 27 to 30 April, with tickets available from Eventbrite. eventbrite.com.au/e/taste-festivalcanberra-tickets-445631133717

5 Canberra Balloon Spectacular

Early risers will be rewarded with a dawn skyline bejewelled by hot air balloons, with the annual Canberra Balloon Spectacular returning to the skies as part of the Enlighten Festival. Every morning from 11 to 19 March, hot air balloons will launch from Patrick White Lawns at around 7am (weather permitting), creating a visual spectacle of colour and movement across the city. There’s a hot breakfast for those who brave the early start, so set your alarms and send your eyes skyward. Ticketed balloon flights are also available. enlightencanberra.com/program/canberraballoon-spectacular