Events

Many of Australia's national festivals take place in Canberra. From fast cars to folk music and flowers, you'll find a diverse calendar of festivals and events, not to mention a range of diverse exhibitions to tempt all tastes.

See below for events happening over the Summer - Autumn period in Canberra.

Renaissance: 15th and 16th Centuray Italian Paintings from the Accademia Carrara, Bergamo: 9 December - 9 April - National Gallery of Australia, Parkes Place, Parkes.

This unique exhibition offers audiences an unparalleled chance to see Early and High Renaissance paintings by some of the greatest European artists. Raphael, Botticelli, Bellini and Titian are represented among an amazing gamut of talent and creative splendour.

More than 70 works on canvas and panel will be on display, made between 1400 and 1600 by painters in northern and central Italy.

Timed ticketing applies. Premium tickets available for early weekend viewings. See website or ticketek for full ticketing information.

For more information visit www.nga.gov.au or phone 02 6240 6502.

Enlighten: 2, 3, 9, 10 March - various locations, Canberra.

Over four exclusive evenings see Canberra in a whole new light at ENLIGHTEN.

Be entertained by spectacular lighting projections and late night openings at 11 world-class attractions. See blockbuster exhibitions combined with live music, outdoor bars and an eclectic array of special performances.

Exclusive to Canberra, ENLIGHTEN includes buzzing entertainment precincts and gourmet food and wine offerings.

ENLIGHTEN provides a spectacular new perspective linking some of Australia's most famous attractions through a memorable array of fun and surprising experiences for visitors.

Multiple venues creating magical moments. Tickets on sale from 8 December. Check the website for full details www.enlightencanberra.com.au.

 

Canberra Airport Open Day: 25 March - Brindabella Business Park, Canberra Airport.

The Canberra Airport Open Day is happening again on Sunday 25 March from 9.30am to 1.30pm, and will feature loads of aircraft displays and children's activities.

Come and climb aboard a Qantas, QantasLink, or Virgin Australia plane, or take a step back in time with a display from the Historical Aircraft Restoration Society.

There will be something for everyone including children's rides, great food and entertainment for the whole family.

 

For more information on other events happening throughout Canberra please visit www.visitcanberra.com.au or www.outincanberra.com.au