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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cirque Alice

22–25 Jan 2026

Cirque Alice

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra

Next on 22 Jan 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm

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

25 Jan 2026

UC Capitals v Bendigo Spirit - Round 15

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 25 Jan 2026 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm

The Eagles experience

31 Jan 2026

One of these nights - The Eagles Experience

The Zeppelin Room, Narrabundah

Next on 31 Jan 2026 from 8:00pm to 11:00pm

Circuit

31 Jan – 1 Feb 2026

Canberra Festival of Speed

Thoroughbred Park, Lyneham

Next on 31 Jan 2026 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Manpower Australia – Australia’s Thunder From Down Under

1 Feb 2026

Manpower Australia – Australia’s Thunder From Down Under

Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden, Phillip

Next on 1 Feb 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

UC Capitals player shooting the basketball.

3 Feb 2026

UC Capitals v Southside Melbourne Flyers - Round 16

AIS Arena, Bruce

Next on 3 Feb 2026 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Wooten Brothers

4 Feb 2026

Victor Wooten & The Wooten Brothers (USA)

The Zeppelin Room, Narrabundah

Next on 4 Feb 2026 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm

John Williamson – 55 Years – My Travellin’ Days are Done!

6 Feb 2026

John Williamson – 55 Years – My Travellin’ Days are Done!

Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra

Next on 6 Feb 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:30pm

Three women in cultural dress clap for the festival parade performers

6–8 Feb 2026

National Multicultural Festival

Canberra CBD, Canberra

Next on 6 Feb 2026

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