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Things to do TODAY in Canberra
Monday 19th January 2026
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Electric Boat Hire: Kingston
Three-Hour Eco-Friendly Boat Hire in Kingston for Up to Eight People
Voyage onto the gentle waters of Lake Burley Griffin aboard an environmentally-friendly electric boat.
Enjoy th..
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Canberra's best guide to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays.
Our guide includes activities, workshops, events and idea's to keep the kids active and busy.
Friday 19..
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 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..
Hallyu! The Korean Wave is at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra from 12 December 2025 to 10 May 2026.
Join us this summer for a one-of-a-kind K-pop culture experience!
Rid..
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..
Reflection: 50 Years of the Australian Honours System
The Royal Australian Mint and Government House present a new exhibition recognising the Australian honours system and the outstanding service and contributions of Australians making a diff..
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..
Bilong Papua New Guinea | 50 years of Independence
13 Sep 2025 - 12 Apr 2026
Level 2, Gallery 21
Free
Bilong Papua New Guinea marks the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea's independence and the birth of a new nation on September ..
9 Aug 2025 - 22 Feb 2026
Level 2, Gallery 26
Free
Drawn from the National Gallery's expansive collection of Australian and international music posters spanning the 1960s to 1980s, Enj..
Oct 2024 - Feb 2026
Level 2, Gallery 25
Free
Lindy Lee is one of Australia's most accomplished contemporary artists.
To complement the unveiling of Ouroboros, Lee's major new p..
5th National Indigenous Art Triennial: After the Rain
6 Dec 2025 - 26 Apr 2026
Level 1, Gallery 12
Free
After the rain there are always new beginnings.
The 5th National Indig..
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..
Until 27 Jan 2026 @ National Museum of Australia - Free
Featured artists: Vernon Ah Kee, Gordon Hookey, Lloyd Gawura Hornsby, Jenna Lee, Damien Shen, Christian Thompson, Jason Wing, Zho..
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..
11 Oct 2025 - 15 Mar 2026
Level 1, Galleries 2, 3 & 4
Free
Women photographers 1853-2018 highlights the transformative impact of women artists on the history of photography.
Since ..
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,
Red Hot Summer Tour is heating up in 2026, headlined by Paul Kelly and with a spectacular line-up featuring Missy Higgins, The Cruel Sea, The Cat Empire, Kasey Chambers, and Jess Hitchcock..
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..
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Start 2026 with something exciting on the calendar thanks to Singapore Airlines' New Year Sale with return fares to Singapore from just $589* plus a wide range of favourite destinations ac..
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MyHomeware is running a Free Shipp..
Chill out!
Make iced tea at home with our collection of teas that are perfect for serving cold.
Did you know: most of our teas can be made both iced and hot so try it both ways!
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Valmori Home Collection: 2026 New Year Mattress Super Sale
We would like to announce that we have 2026 New Year Super Sale for the entire month of January 2026!
2026 New Year Super Sale
$390 OFF Marked Down Sale on All Mattresses
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