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Canberra after dark

Experience the diversity and magic of Canberra’s after-dark scene all year round.

From live music of every genre, to theatre, captivating art, dance, delicious food, intriguing film and comedy, Canberra’s nightlife offers up a surprising range of experiences and events throughout the city.

Check this guide so you don’t miss a thing.

Portrait of photographers under the Milky Way

3 May – 25 Oct 2025

Milky Way Workshop Canberra By Ari Rex

Wildbark, Throsby

Next on

Group of musicians playing instruments

17 Sep 2025 – 30 Dec 2026

Wednesday Jazz

Molly, Canberra

Next on today from 8:30pm to 10:30pm

BACKBAR

6 Feb 2025 – 6 Jun 2026

Blackbird Live Music

Blackbird Bar - Live Music - Cocktails - Nightclub - Underground Speakeasy, Canberra

Next on today from 7:30pm to 11:59pm

Crowd of people sitting in a bar

18 Sep 2025 – 31 Dec 2026

Bourbon Street

Molly, Canberra

Next on tomorrow from 9:00pm to 11:30pm

UC Capitals player driving to the basket for a layup during a WNBL game.

27 Dec 2025

UC Capitals v Sydney Flames - Round 11

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm

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20 Nov 2025 – 28 Feb 2026

Sunset Cinema Canberra

The Australian National Botanic Gardens, Acton

Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 10:30pm

Be captivated by the grace and allure of Luna’s Cabaret Dancers while our DJs create the rhythm of t

13 Dec 2025 – 28 Nov 2026

Luna Saturdays

Luna, Canberra

Next on 27 Dec 2025 from 4:00pm to 11:59pm

T20 superstar Marcus Stoinis in action for the Melbourne Stars

28 Dec 2025

BBL: Melbourne Stars v Sydney Thunder

Manuka Oval, Griffith

Next on 28 Dec 2025 from 7:15pm to 10:15pm

Bottomless Pasta

23 Dec 2025 – 29 Dec 2026

Bottomless Pasta

Amici, Canberra

Next on 30 Dec 2025

Musicians playing piano and saxaphone in a dimly lit bar

23 Sep 2025 – 29 Dec 2026

Jazz on the Rocks

Molly, Canberra

Next on 30 Dec 2025 from 7:00pm to 10:30pm

Moose NYE

31 Dec 2025

Mooseheads NYE

Mooseheads, Canberra

Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 9:00pm to 11:59pm

NYE Canberra Fireworks

31 Dec 2025

New Year's Eve Canberra

Lake Burley Griffin, Greenway

Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 11:59pm

Seafood Buffet

31 Dec 2025

New Year's Eve Seafood Buffet at The Promenade Cafe

The Promenade Cafe at Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Canberra

Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Twilight in the Gardens

31 Dec 2025

New Year's Eve Twilight in the Gardens

Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Yarralumla

Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Luna Bar Dripping in Gold

31 Dec 2025

Dripping in Gold | NYE

Luna Bar, Canberra

Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 4:00pm to 11:59pm

New Year’s Eve Dinner_Yacht Club

31 Dec 2025

New Year’s Eve Dinner at the Yacht Club

Canberra Southern Cross Club Yacht Club, Yarralumla

Next on 31 Dec 2025 from 8:00pm to 10:00pm

Summernats Braddon

8–10 Jan 2026

Summernats Braddon Fringe Festival

Lonsdale St, Braddon, Braddon

Next on 8 Jan 2026 from 5:00pm to 11:00pm

Elite Hall

8–11 Jan 2026

Street Machine Summernats 38

Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC), Mitchell

Next on 8 Jan 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00pm

Tay Tay Tribute Show

11 Jan 2026

The All Ages Tay Tay Tribute Show

The Zeppelin Room, Narrabundah

Next on 11 Jan 2026 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm

Wheatus

16 Jan 2026

Wheatus - 25 Year Anniversary Tour

University of Canberra, Bruce

Next on 16 Jan 2026 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm

Belly dancer performing at Bar Beirut. She is balancing a sword on a seated customer's head.

17 Jan 2025 – 28 Mar 2026

Belly Dancing at Bar Beirut

Bar Beirut, Canberra

Next on 16 Jan 2026

80s Rewind Cruise

17 Jan – 21 Feb 2026

80s Rewind Cruise: The Ultimate Cruise for the Over 40s!

Canberra Party Boat, Kingston

Next on 17 Jan 2026 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm

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26 Oct 2025 – 18 Jan 2026

Twilight Flow and Live Music

Wildbark Wildlife Centre, Throsby

Next on 18 Jan 2026 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Group of people smiling and drawing

19 Jan 2026

Monday Magic | Life Drawing at Wakefield's

Wakefield's Bar & Wine, Ainslie

Next on 19 Jan 2026 from 6:30pm to 9:00pm

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