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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.

Sabrina
9 Apr 2026

Sabrina Live - Not for real... but pretty close

Llewellyn Hall, Canberra
Next on today from 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Raio de Sol
9 Apr 2026

Raio de Sol

Glebe Park stage, Canberra
Next on today from 5:35pm to 6:00pm
The Outdoor Dining space at Verity Lane Market
7–11 Apr 2026

The Lost Wonders of the City at Verity Lane Market

Verity Lane Market, Canberra
Next on today from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey
8–12 Apr 2026

The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey - Canberra

Canberra Theatre, Canberra
Next on today from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Battle of the Bands picture
7–11 Apr 2026

The Wonderful Battle of the Bands

Dissent Cafe and Bar, Canberra
Next on today from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
The Jetty beside Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra
27 Mar – 9 May 2026

Viva Italia in Canberra Festival

Various venues, Parkes
Next on today
Visitors stand inside an immersive gallery as Mona Lisa projections glow across towering walls.
28 Feb – 12 Apr 2026

Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius

Federation Centenary Fountains, Parkes
Next on today
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
Third Anniversary
10–12 Apr 2026

IIIxIII: Level 3 Unlocked - Cypher's Third Anniversary

Cypher Brewing Co, Gungahlin
Next on tomorrow from 11:00am to 11:00pm
A close shot of a man holding glasses
10–18 Apr 2026

Julius Caesar

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on tomorrow from 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Bell Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar
10–18 Apr 2026

Bell Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on tomorrow from 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Band
2 Jan – 18 Dec 2026

Straight, No Chaser

Molly, Canberra
Next on tomorrow from 9:30pm to 11:59pm
Artist JAMO
11 Apr 2026

JÄMO @ UC Hub

UC Hub, Bruce
Next on 11 Apr 2026 from 8:00pm to 11:30pm
Sound and Fury Ensemble
11 Apr 2026

Sound and Fury: Live. Art. Rapture. Party.

Blank Cultural Platform, Canberra
Next on 11 Apr 2026 from 8:00pm to 11:59pm
Photo of a group of performers
11–12 Apr 2026

Smith's Cabaret Cabal

Smith's Alternative, Canberra
Next on 11 Apr 2026 from 3:00pm to 11:00pm
Belly dancer performing at Bar Beirut. She is balancing a sword on a seated customer's head.
28 Mar – 19 Dec 2026

Belly Dancing at Bar Beirut

Bar Beirut, Canberra
Next on 11 Apr 2026 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm
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 11 Apr 2026 from 4:00pm to 11:59pm
Group plaining trivia game heads or tails
16 Mar 2026 – 15 Mar 2027

PJs Monday Night Trivia

PJs in the City, Canberra
Next on 13 Apr 2026 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Group of people outside pub
20 Jan 2025 – 14 Dec 2026

Smith's Poetry Thing

Smith's Alternative, Canberra
Next on 13 Apr 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Bic Runga
14 Apr 2026

Bic Runga

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on 14 Apr 2026 from 7:30pm to 10:20pm
Event image
14 Apr 2026

Bright Minds, Bold Voices: Reimagining how we fly

Shine Dome, Canberra
Next on 14 Apr 2026 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Bottomless Pasta
23 Dec 2025 – 29 Dec 2026

Bottomless Pasta

Amici, Canberra
Next on 14 Apr 2026
Man looks at camera, fixing his tie, unsettled
15–25 Apr 2026

Thom Pain (based on nothing) by Will Eno

Mill Theatre at Dairy Road, Fyshwick
Next on 15 Apr 2026 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm
Group of musicians playing instruments
17 Sep 2025 – 30 Dec 2026

Molly Pro Jazz Jam

Molly, Canberra
Next on 15 Apr 2026 from 8:30pm to 11:30pm
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