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Things to do TODAY in Canberra
Tuesday 2nd June 2026
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WE ALL NEED A LITTLE LAUGHTER IN OUR LIFE
WE'VE GOT THE COMEDIANS AND THEY'VE GOT THE LOLS.
GRAB YOUR FRIENDS AND BOOK SOME TICKETS FOR GIGS IN YOUR FAVOURITE VENUES AROUND THE CO..
Kings of Comedy is Australia's original underground comedy club, a nationwide live stand-up network built for people who want something raw, hilarious and unmistakably local.
Operating..
Step into the shadows and uncover the truth in Canberra Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows!
A thrilling outdoor detective game where you solve the case before the killer strikes aga..
Australia's premier whisky tasting experience discover exceptional whiskies masterclasses and our Rare&Old Bar.
Join us across Australia for unforgettable tastings from the world's fin..
Australia in the Great War is the Memorials new permanent exhibition on display in the First World War Galleries.
The exhibition presents the story of Australia in the First World War c..
Australian National Botanic Gardens - Open Hours & Tours
The Gardens offers everything for a perfect family day out, a quiet relaxing stroll, formal scientific research and botanical study.
Enjoy a range of walking trails to suit all taste..
The Canberra Space Centre (CSC) is located on the grounds of the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex (CDSCC) at Tidbinbilla, about 35kms southwest of the city of Canberra.
The CSC..
Play It Your Way
Experience the thrill of next generation gaming in the Stadium gaming.
Dazzle your senses with a Pop Chinese experience at natural nine.
Play host in one of ou..
Museum of Australian Democracy
Old Parliament House
Entry is free, group bookings are encouraged
Opening hours
9am to 5pm daily (last entry at 4:30pm)
Closed Christmas Day
18..
Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House
National Library of Australia is open 7 days a week (except public holidays) with daily tours.
Regular opening hours: 7 days 10-5
Public holidays Closed
Enjoy your National Librar..
The National Museum of Australia is open 9am to 5pm daily (closed Christmas Day).
Free general admission*
The National Museum of Australia explores the land, nation and people of ..
Parliament House is open to visitors every day of the year except for Christmas Day.
Opening hours
9:00 am to 5:00 pm (non-sitting days)
9:00 am to 6:00 pm (sitting days)
Visitors..
Permanent Exhibitions | National Museum of Australia
Always showing at National Museum of Australia
Free
9am-5pm daily
Explore exhibitions at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra .
Variations on the Classical
Great Sout..
Open Weekdays: 8:30am - 5pm, Weekends: 10am - 4pm
The Mint is easy to explore and learn about how all of Australia's circulating coins are made.
Upstairs you can watch a DVD, see our..
Body adorned celebrates the National Gallery's rich and diverse jewellery collection through an intentionally maximalist display.
Bringing together over 370 works by First Nations, Aus..
Open every day: 10am - 5pm
Admission is free
Select major exhibitions are ticketed
Emigre artists in post-war Australia
Collection Display
23 May 2026 - 7 Mar 2027
Level 2, Gall..
Migration and modernism | Emigre artists in post-war Australia
National Gallery of Australia
Communities from across the globe have helped shape Australia as we know it today.
In a time of unprecedented migration across oceans and borders, Mig..
13 Sep 2025 - 18 Apr 2027
Level 2, Galleries 19 & 20
Free
This exhibition highlights recent acquisitions by artists from across Asia and the Asian diaspora in a range of media includi..
Level 2, Gallery 24 - National Gallery of Australia
Free
Richard Lewer's Steve is a gentle exploration of the complexity of a family coming to terms with a dementia diagnosis.
Thr..
FreeTrent Parke's photographic series The Christmas tree bucket 2006-09 is a tender and darkly humorous portrayal of his extended family coming together to celebrate Christmas.
The ser..
Worldwide - National Gallery Of Australia Collection
Ongoing exhibition
Level 1, Galleries 8-11 | National Gallery of Australia
Free
This major display drawn from the collection is inspired by the National Gallery's founding history...
Hijinx Hotel is an immersive interactive game experience housed within the theme wonder and theatre of a quirky New York style hotel.
Leave the suitcases at home - these challenge rooms..
Canberra Centre
Canberra,
Canberra Centre, Corner of Cooyong Street and Ainslie Ave, 148 Bunda St,
Movies for the kids these school holidays ..
It's action, comedy and excitement central these school holidays, with a supersonically awesome program of family-friendly films.
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Check out latest films, Hollywood blockbusters and independent films
There is nothing quite like watching a good movie on a big screen with big sound.
Film reviews from Switch, imdb..
National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories cultures and achievements and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving rec..
Check out the new BagSmart BLAST series of Backpacks.
The Blast Roller Backpack takes travel in stride-on wheels on foot or on your terms.
Designed for carry-on compliance with maxi..
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Are you ready Australia Freestyle Kings' adrenaline-pumping family fun event is returning in 2026!
The Freestyle Kings Live is heading across Australia in the 2026 "World Tour".
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Since TRIVIALITIES began operating in January 1999 we have organised and hosted over 20,000 trivia nights.
Some of our pub and club venues have been operating for over 18 years.
Our..
We just love the footy.
And it's all LIVE and FREE on Seven.
Seven has announced its AFL commentary team and football shows for 2026.
Programs include Agenda Setters, Unfiltered,..
Fox Footy is Australia's only dedicated 24/7 AFL channel on 504 and KAYO.
FOX FOOTY is the ultimate place to experience all the action of every round of the Toyota AFL Premiership Seaso..
Returning for its 18th season in 2026 MasterChef Australia is must-see TV.
MasterChef Australia 2026 airs four nights a week from Sunday to Wednesday. The episodes air on Channel 10 and..
Catch Melanie Bracewell, Tim McDonald & Mel Tracina every Tuesday night on 10.
From Working Dog, the creators of Have You Been Paying Attention?, comes The Cheap Seats.
Hosted by Hav..
Andy Lee chats to a panel of celebrities and 100 regular Australians via Zoom about a whole range of issues both big and small.
The Hundred is a TV show diving into everyday people's ho..
