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What’s on This Weekend in Canberra: Sitchu's Top Picks

This is what we're doing this weekend in Canberra.

SpringOUT Pride Festival

And in the blink of an eye, spring is almost over. We can already feel the sunshine so we're filling our weekend with outdoor adventures, markets and plenty of eats

Stuck for things to do? Search our what's on in Canberra this weekend guide and consider yourself sorted. 

The Forage Festival

Dive into Canberra’s Culinary Culture at The Forage Festival

Experience Canberra's foodie scene at The Forage, an annual street food festival that brings together the best local food trucks, restaurants, and drinks vendors.

Held at Mount Majura Vineyard, this event invites you to indulge in delicious eats, local drinks and amazing live music, all while celebrating Canberra’s unique food culture. With a huge range of vendors and interactive masterclasses, The Forage is a buzzing community event you don't want to miss. 

Saturday November 9, 12pm-7pm

Mount Majura Vineyard, 88 Lime Kiln Road, Majura

Craft + Design Canberra Festival

Get Arty at the 2024 Craft + Design Canberra Festival

During November, the 2024 Craft + Design Canberra Festival, themed Regenerate, will bring together over 500 artists, designers, and architects, highlighting the power of handmade craftsmanship and design innovation.

Experience engaging exhibitions, interactive activations, and the rich culture of Canberra, a global design capital. Celebrate creativity, collaboration, and sustainability while connecting with the city’s thriving artistic community. Many events are free, with select workshops ticketed.

10 days of activations, 30 days of exhibition; full schedule here 

Various locations across Canberra 

SpringOUT Pride Festival

Celebrate Canberra's Diversity with SpringOUT Festival 

Celebrate diversity and pride at Canberra's SpringOUT Festival, an annual event packed with fun activities, performances, art, sports, and workshops that bring the LGBTQIA+ community together. Running through November, SpringOUT showcases the spirit of Canberra with Fair Day, engaging discussions, and memorable nightlife events, inviting everyone to join in celebrating love and inclusion in the capital.

Full schedule here

Various locations across Canberra throughout November

Lake Burley Griffin (Image Credit: Visit Canberra)

Soak up the Sunshine with the Bridge-to-Bridge Walk in Lake Burley Griffin

Who says you can’t enjoy a slice of nature in the middle of the city? And what better way to celebrate spring than with this lovely, gentle 5km bridge-to-bridge (Commonwealth Bridge to Kings Avenue Bridge) walk around the iconic Lake Burley Griffin? This walk is popular for those who want to get in a brisk walk during their lunch hour or those who like to indulge in a coffee midway—yes, please.

The walk also allows you to view Canberra icons along the way like the National Library, the National Carillon, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Sculpture Garden and more goodies.

Starting point: You can start anywhere along the basin of the lake in between the two bridges.

Duration: 1.5 hours

Lindy Lee's Ouroboros illuminated at night, 2024, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra (Image Credit: nga.gov.au)

Experience Lindy Lee's Ouroboros Sculpture at The National Gallery  

Australian artist Lindy Lee’s Ouroboros, which has just been completed, will be a stunning addition to the public sculpture garden and is now open to visitors in the National Gallery forecourt.

Inspired by the ancient symbol of a snake eating its own tail, this sculpture invites visitors to walk into its curved space, where beams of light filter through hundreds of perforations. 

Parkes Place East, Parkes  

Free, open 24 hours and illuminated at night

Molly

Enjoy a Stellar Lineup of Jazz on the Rocks at Molly’s

Immerse yourself in a night of smooth jazz every Tuesday at Molly, a popular speakeasy-style bar in Canberra. From 7pm, local artists create a laid-back atmosphere perfect for enjoying cocktails and classic tunes. The lineup changes weekly, showcasing talented musicians. Bookings are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome, and entry is free.

Every Tuesday, free entry

Melbourne Building, Wooden Door, Odgers Lane

Still on the lookout for something to do this weekend? Why not check out one of Canberra's epic exhibitions or if you're looking to save some cash, check out our edit of the best free things to do in Canberra.

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