Things to do in Canberra

02/09/2026

Canberra Writers Festival 2026: For the Love of Books

The Canberra Writers Festival returns from 15-18 October 2026, celebrating its 10th anniversary with 110 events and 200 artists celebrating books and storytelling across four exciting days.

https://www.onlycanberra.com.au/canberra-writers-festival

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The Canberra Writers Festival returns from 15-18 October 2026,

01/09/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day is Thursday (10 September 2026), and we're asking you to walk for the 9 Australians lost to su***de every day.

https://www.onlyaustralia.com.au/world-su***de-prevention-day


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September 10 is World Su***de Prevention Day. We all have a role to play in preventing su***de Join us this September as we rally together for World Su***de...

23/08/2026

Help Save The Black Wreath - iconic underground local gig space, rehearsal studio, and heavy music hub in Alice Springs.

https://www.onlyalicesprings.com.au/the-black-wreath

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The Black Wreath is an iconic underground local gig space, rehearsal studio, and heavy music hub in Alice Springs. The Black Wreath is at a crossroads.

23/08/2026

Kim returns in 2026 to thrill Australian fans with the Closer Tour.

UK pop icon KIM WILDE has thrilled fans across the globe with her infectious hits and exciting live performances.

https://www.onlyaustralia.com.au/kim-wilde

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UK pop icon KIM WILDE has thrilled fans across the globe with her infectious hits and exciting live performances.

21/08/2026

The 2026 Rugby League World Cup kicks off in Sydney on October 15, 2026

Jointly hosted by Australia, New Zealand, and Papua New Guinea, the 31-day event features 26 teams across three simultaneous tournaments (Men's, Women's, and Wheelchair).

Everything you need to know including dates, times, teams and tickets

https://www.onlyaustralia.com.au/rugby-league-world-cup

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The 2026 Rugby League World Cup kicks off in Sydney on October 15, 2026.

18/08/2026

Global fitness brand World Gym will officially open the doors to its first Australian Capital Territory club bringing its signature strength-focused training experience and premium recovery facilities to Canberra for the first time.

https://www.onlycanberra.com.au/world-gym-open-day

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18/08/2026

Breast Cancer Trials Q&A - Metatstatic Breast Cancer

Join us on for our next online Q&A event, providing a compassionate and informative space to explore the questions many people living with metastatic breast cancer-and those who love and care for them-are asking.

https://www.onlyaustralia.com.au/breast-cancer-trials-qa

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Join us on Wednesday 16 September from 5-6:30pm (AEST) / 7-8:30pm (NZST) for our next online Q&A event,

16/08/2026

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA @ National Gallery of Australia

Experience the timeless music of two of the world's greatest pop legends as Candlelight transforms Canberra's James Fairfax Theatre into an unforgettable concert venue, where the iconic songs of Queen and ABBA are performed beneath the warm glow of hundreds of candles.

https://www.onlycanberra.com.au/candlelight-queen-jft

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Experience the timeless music of two of the world's greatest pop legends as Candlelight transforms Canberra's James Fairfax Theatre into an unforgettable...

13/08/2026

American Smoking BBQ Cooking Class @ Canberra BBQ School

Limited Availability - Learn about the four main BBQ regions of the United States and a variety of cooking techniques that will help you produce mouth-watering meat each time you BBQ!

https://www.onlycanberra.com.au/american-smoking-bbq-cooking-class-pc

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If the thought of juicy tender and fall-off-the-bone meat ignites your hunger then this fun and hands-on cooking class is for you! Learn about the four main...

13/08/2026

Best Of Hans Zimmer @ National Gallery of Australia

Buy your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Gandel Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.

https://www.onlycanberra.com.au/candlelight-hans-zimmer-nga

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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations never before used for this purpose in Canberra.