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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.

Elvis Richardson Estanlishment / Treaty, 2022
27 Sep – 26 Oct 2024

Canberra Art Biennial

The festival is multi site, across central Canberra, with a central hub at Lake Burely Griffin., Parkes
Next on 27 Sep 2024 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Garema Lounge Sessions
13 Sep – 6 Dec 2024

Garema Lounge Sessions

Garema Place, Canberra
Next on 27 Sep 2024 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm
Alien DJing
28 Sep 2024

Drum & Space

The Vault, Fyshwick
Next on 28 Sep 2024 from 8:00pm to 11:59pm
Frente
28 Sep 2024

Frente

The Theatre, Belconnen Arts Centre, Belconnen
Next on 28 Sep 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
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28 Sep 2024

First Ball Of The Season: Unveil the Secrets of Regency Glamour

Contentious Character Urban Winery, Fyshwick
Next on 28 Sep 2024 from 6:00pm to 11:00pm
Goldner String Quartet
28 Sep 2024

30th Anniversary Farewell Tour | Goldner String Quartet

Snow Concert Hall - Canberra Grammar School, Red Hill
Next on 28 Sep 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Smiths@Belco Feature Image - Frente
28 Sep 2024

Smiths@ Belco: Frente with Special Guests

The Theatre, Belconnen Arts Centre, Belconnen
Next on 28 Sep 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
CBR Cinematic City enjoying a night walk around the Lake
28 Sep – 2 Nov 2024

Localjinni's Moonwalks

Walk begins and ends at Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Parkes
Next on 28 Sep 2024 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Jodi Martin - Country Mile Tour 2024
29 Sep 2024

Jodi Martin - Country Mile Tour 2024

Smith's Alternative, Canberra
Next on 29 Sep 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Lightening the Load with Grace Tame
29 Sep 2024

Lightening the Load with Grace Tame

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on 29 Sep 2024 from 7:30pm to 9:00pm
speakers at the Hopes and Fears panel discussion
1 Oct 2024

Hopes and Fears: Australian Migration Stories panel discussion

National Library of Australia, Parkes
Next on 1 Oct 2024 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Mystique
2 Oct 2024

Mystique

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on 2 Oct 2024 from 2:00pm to 3:40pm
Image: 2023 competition winners and panel members. Photo by Yun Hu/ANU
2 Oct 2024

2024 Whitworth Roach Classical Music Performance Competition Finals

Llewellyn Hall, ANU School of Music, Canberra
Next on 2 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Monthly Jam Workshop
6 Dec 2023 – 4 Dec 2024

Jam Workshop with Canberra Blues Society

The Zeppelin Room, Narrabundah
Next on 2 Oct 2024 from 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Colourful sketches on a table with a glass of wine
3 Oct 2024

Theatre Thursday - Life Drawing at Templo Theatre

Templo Theatre, Canberra
Next on 3 Oct 2024 from 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Person standing with arms folded wearing white t-shirt and tradies tool belt
3 Oct 2024

Ainslie Salon: Grace Petrie

Ainslie Main Hall, Ainslie Arts Centre, Braddon
Next on 3 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
NightFest image
3–6 Oct 2024

NightFest 2024

Commonwealth Park, Parkes
Next on 3 Oct 2024 from 6:30pm to 10:30pm
Man on stage wearing a beanie, holding a mobile phone and speaking into a microphone
1 Aug – 5 Dec 2024

Open Mic Poetry Night

The Pot Belly Bar, Belconnen
Next on 3 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Ray O'Leary
4 Oct 2024

Ray O'Leary - Your Laughter Is Just Making Me Stronger

The Street Theatre, Canberra
Next on 4 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 8:00pm
Dracula's: Sanctuary
4–5 Oct 2024

Dracula's: Sanctuary

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
Next on 4 Oct 2024 from 7:30pm to 8:10pm
An armchair in front of a turntable and a lava lamp
1 Mar – 6 Dec 2024

Vinyl Lounge

National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, Acton
Next on 4 Oct 2024 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Photo by Lisa Maree Williams
5 Oct 2024

Pure Energy - AYO Young Symphonists

Snow Concert Hall, Red Hill
Next on 5 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Man singing
5 Oct 2024

Jazz Haus presents Pat Powell (Patou)

Tuggeranong Arts Centre, Greenway
Next on 5 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
Damian Callinan
8 Oct 2024

Damian Callinan – Double Feature

Fun Time Pony, Canberra
Next on 8 Oct 2024 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm
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