What’s on THIS WINTER

Truffle Hunt And Dine

Truffle season in Australia runs from late May through to early September – and what better way to celebrate these diamonds of the culinary world than by joining a truffle hunt at The Truffle Farm, followed by a decadent six-course truffle degustation. Make sure to book your ticket before you visit.

23 Mount Majura Rd, Majura thetrufflefarm.com.au

Festival Of Everyday Art

See Canberra through fresh eyes when you join a series of free family events taking place between May and July. There’ll be workshops, treasure hunts, self-guided trails and an exhibition at Canberra Museum and Gallery – plus, you’ll get the chance to win prizes and add your own artistic flourishes to the cityscape. bit.ly/m/peoplelab

Come From Away

Playing at Canberra Theatre for a limited season, this awardwinning musical recounts the true story of the thousands of travellers stranded in a small Canadian town after their planes were diverted on 11 September 2001. Despite the sombre theme, this feelgood production will have you dancing along and singing the songs for days. comefromaway.com.au/tickets/canberra

AUSTRALIA’S FIRST PRIME MINISTERS

Be sure to catch this exhibit at Australian Parliament House before it closes at the end of the month. Featuring a set of prints of Australia’s first 16 prime ministers, created by Canberra artist Alison Alder, it pays tribute to the leaders who helped build this nation during the first half of the twentieth century. Public Exhibition Area, Australian Parliament House aph.gov.au

Uncharted Territory

Canberra’s new arts and innovation festival celebrates creativity, experimentation and groundbreaking ideas. From 7 to 16 July, events will take place in and around the Australian National University’s cultural precinct Kambri, as well as various locations across the city, with some of Canberra’s most formidable minds and talents coming together to explore what is unique about the city. unchartedterritory.com.au

Fun In The Snow

Less than an hour’s drive from the city, Corin Forest is sure to satisfy your frozen fever this winter with Canberra’s only snow experience. Enjoy the magic of building a snowman and riding a toboggan in the dedicated Snowplay area, or try your hand at skiing and snowboarding on the beginner-friendly hills.

Whether you prefer the thrill of a snowball fight, or just sipping a hot chocolate by the fireplace, Corin Forest offers a fun day out for the whole family. Discover special events running throughout the winter season at corin.com.au

NGURA PULKA – EPIC COUNTRY

One of the largest and most significant First Nations community-driven art projects ever developed, Ngura Pulka was conceived, created, directed and determined by Aṉangu people. Running from 8 June to 8 October, this major exhibit speaks to ideas connecting to Ngura: of love, longing, knowledge, maintenance, connection and protection of Aṉangu land. National Gallery of Australia, Parkes nga.gov.au