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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.

Alan Davies – Think Ahead

8–9 Dec 2025

Alan Davies – Think Ahead

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra

Next on 8 Dec 2025 from 7:30pm to 8:30pm

UC Capitals player shooting the basketball while a defender closes in.

9 Dec 2025

UC Capitals v Adelaide Lightning - Round 8

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 9 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Andy Trieu doing a live DJ set on stage doing a peace sign

12 Dec 2025

Opening party Hallyu! The Korean Wave

National Museum of Australia, Acton

Next on 12 Dec 2025 from 7:00pm to 11:00pm

UC Capitals player shooting the basketball while a defender closes in.

12 Dec 2025

UC Capitals v Southside Melbourne Flyers - Round 9

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 12 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Hansel and Gretel running through a fairytale forrest, all leading to the witch

12–20 Dec 2025

Hansel & Gretel

Albert Hall, Yarralumla

Next on 12 Dec 2025 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Choir and orchestra on stage with conductor, two female and one male soloist. auience in foreground

13 Dec 2025

A Handel Celebration

Llewellyn Hall, Canberra

Next on 13 Dec 2025 from 7:30pm to 10:00pm

A crowd of people enjoying music at dusk at Spilt Milk Festival

13 Dec 2025

Spilt Milk Canberra

Exhibition Park, Mitchell

Next on 13 Dec 2025 from 11:00am to 11:00pm

The Amosa family sitting and smiling dressed in formal wear and posed for a photo shoot

13 Dec 2025

Christmas with The Amosa Family at Lanyon Homestead

Lanyon Homestead, Tharwa

Next on 13 Dec 2025 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Ginninderry Christmas in the Park

13 Dec 2025

Ginninderry Christmas in the Park

Paddys Park, Strathnairn

Next on 13 Dec 2025 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm

people sitting on a grass field watching Carols in Town Park Canberra

14 Dec 2025

Carols in Town Park

Tuggeranong Town Park, Greenway

Next on 14 Dec 2025 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm

Sydney Kings player and opponent on court

17 Dec 2025

NBL - Sydney Kings v Adelaide 36ers

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 17 Dec 2025 from 7:15pm to 9:15pm

UC Capitals player shooting the basketball.

20 Dec 2025

UC Capitals v Geelong Venom - Round 10

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 20 Dec 2025 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Sound Healing Canberra

24 Aug – 21 Dec 2025

Breathwork & Sound Healing Journey

Soma Woman's Wellbeing, Dickson

Next on 21 Dec 2025

Wide shot view of Manuka Oval filled with fans

22 Dec 2025

BBL: Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat

Manuka Oval, Griffith

Next on 22 Dec 2025 from 7:15pm to 10:15pm

The Christmas Spectacular

22–23 Dec 2025

The Christmas Spectacular

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra

Next on 22 Dec 2025 from 6:30pm to 8:20pm

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

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

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

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

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

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

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