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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.

Sean playing guitar
15 May – 26 Dec 2026

PJs Live Music in the City

PJs in the City, Canberra
Next on 17 Jul 2026 from 8:30pm to 11:30pm
Band
2 Jan – 18 Dec 2026

Straight, No Chaser

Molly, Canberra
Next on 17 Jul 2026 from 9:30pm to 11:59pm
Frank Sultana playing guitar
18 Jul 2026

Frank Sultana Blues Band at The Zeppelin Room

Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah
Next on 18 Jul 2026 from 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Golden toasted sandwich with melted cheese, caramelised onions and mushrooms, topped with chives.
18 Jul 2026

Toasty with a Most-y

Trust Cafe Club, Canberra
Next on 18 Jul 2026 from 2:30pm to 6:00pm
Canberra Raiders player Joseph Tapine running the ball.
18 Jul 2026

Double Header | NRL Raiders v Rabbitohs - NRLW Raiders v Roosters

GIO Stadium, Canberra, Bruce
Next on 18 Jul 2026 from 12:45pm to 6:00pm
Nurse Georgie Carroll
18 Jul 2026

Nurse Georgie Carroll

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on 18 Jul 2026 from 7:30pm to 8:50pm
Two sets of hands wrap around a green pole. Black and white forest background. Smoke in foreground.
18 Jul 2026

Glasshouse Dance Collective presents Kindling

Gorman Arts Centre, Braddon
Next on 18 Jul 2026 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
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 18 Jul 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 18 Jul 2026 from 4:00pm to 11:59pm
Blake Pavey
19 Jul 2026

Blake Pavey - A Bit Scared

The Street Theatre, Canberra
Next on 19 Jul 2026 from 7:30pm to 8:40pm
Sound Healing Canberra
19 Jul – 23 Aug 2026

Breathwork and Sound Healing Journey, Dickson

Soma Woman's Wellbeing, Dickson
Next on 19 Jul 2026
Jim Jefferies | Son of a Carpenter
24 Jul 2026

Jim Jefferies - Son of a Carpenter

Royal Theatre, Canberra
Next on 24 Jul 2026 from 6:30pm to 10:00pm
Casey Donovan Massive 2026 National Tour “THIS IS ME”
24 Jul 2026

Casey Donovan Massive 2026 National Tour “This Is Me”

Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, Phillip
Next on 24 Jul 2026 from 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Mooseheads Canberra
24 Jul 2026

Back to 2016

Mooseheads, Canberra
Next on 24 Jul 2026 from 9:00pm to 11:59pm
Off Broadway
24 Jul 2026

Off Broadway

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on 24 Jul 2026 from 7:30pm to 9:20pm
Canberra Parliament House
24–25 Jul 2026

Whisky Live Canberra

Unviersity of Canberra, Bruce
Next on 24 Jul 2026 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm
The Edge
24–25 Jul 2026

The Edge

Erindale Theatre, Wanniassa
Next on 24 Jul 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Majesty Rising
25 Jul 2026

Majesty Rising

The Street Theatre, Canberra
Next on 25 Jul 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Canberra Raiders player Jed Stuart celebrating a try.
25 Jul 2026

Double Header | NRL Raiders v Tigers - NRLW Raiders v Sharks

GIO Stadium, Canberra, Bruce
Next on 25 Jul 2026 from 12:45pm to 6:00pm
natural nine
25 Jul 2026

Christmas in July Banquet at natural nine

natural nine, Canberra City
Next on 25 Jul 2026 from 12:00pm to 9:00pm
Great Gatsby Gala
25 Jul 2026

Great Gatsby Gala

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra, Barton
Next on 25 Jul 2026 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Photo
25 Jul 2026

Rooftop Roots & Reggae - Winter Edition

Blank Cultural Platform, Canberra
Next on 25 Jul 2026 from 4:00pm to 10:00pm
Kirian J Callinan portrait.
26 Jul 2026

Kirin J Callinan with ESCAP-ISM + RFOP at Gang Gang Cafe

Gang Gang Cafe, Downer
Next on 26 Jul 2026 from 6:30pm to 10:00pm
A group of diverse young children are sitting outdoors under lush green trees, engaged in reading.
27 Jul 2026

Indigenous Literacy Foundation: Strength in our stories

National Library of Australia, Parkes
Next on 27 Jul 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm
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