Events
The Canberra and Capital region has a rich calendar of annual events.
March
Yass Picnic Races – Rated as one of the top 10 race events of the Australian calendar, thanks to the fantastic party atmosphere, high fashion and generous country hospitality. There’s even the occasional horse race!
Autumn
Canberra District Wine Harvest Festival – Celebrate the beauty of autumn and the promise of another vintage with a visit to some of the region’s 35 cellar doors.
Easter
National Folk Festival – A cultural celebration of music, dance, poetry and storytelling.
April
Anzac Day at the Australian War Memorial – A unique opportunity to participate in one of Australia’s most significant national ceremonies.
August
Fireside Festival – Make you winter escape and escape to winter. A month long celebration of firesides, fun and friends.
Spring
Floriade – Nothing says spring louder than 1 million bulbs in full bloom. Experience the magic of Floriade for yourself.
October
Murrumbateman Moving Feast – The Makers of Murrumbateman, a collective of local businesses, invite you to join them on the October Long Weekend. Enjoy flagship wines perfectly matched with gourmet tasting plates plus a range of other activities.
Murrumbateman Field Days – Australia’s largest Field Days specifically for the small landholder. Get face to face with livestock, markets and producers.
Novermber
Wine, Roses and Jazz – The third major wine event of the local calendar and your first chance to taste current vintage releases and join in a range of events including live music in the vines.
Events Calendars
For details of all the region’s autumn events, see this detailed listing.
For details of all the region’s winter events, see this detailed listing.
