FLORIADE NIGHTFEST- FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
This year Floriade’s annual NightFest has been transformed into a gastronomical tour of Canberra with restaurants and eateries all over the city creating bespoke menus for one night only. Diners can enjoy the Spring-inspired menu’s alongside a specifically curated Spotify playlist featuring music from NightFest past performers. Checkout the Floriade website for a link to all the participating restaurants and see what’s on offer.
FURY FRIDAY’S AT DENDY – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2
Unleash your inner motorhead as Dendy showcases Mad Max: Fury Road every Friday this October. Set in the post-apocalyptic future, warrior Imperator Furiosa (Charlize Theron) escapes the citadels tyrannical dictator with his five enslaved wives. Forging an alliance with Max Rockatansky (Tom Hardy) the duo lead a high-speed chase across the Wasteland desert to escape. Tickets available here.
MUSIC ON THE GREENS- OCTOBER 3-4
Live and free, music on the greens from the Kambri Precinct at ANU is hosting a range of musicians every weekend for live music lovers. DJ’s are spinning tracks on Saturday’s between 12- 2, and on Sunday’s acoustic artists take over from 1-3. Enjoy a bite to eat with Kambri’s extensive offerings and enjoy the Spring weather outdoors. More information here.
RAIDERS VS SHARKS- FRIDAY OCTOBER 3 5.40PM
Cheer on the Canberra Raiders as they take on the Cronulla Sharks at their first home finals game! Following the teams convincing win last weekend, a rested Jarrod Croker will return as team Captain. Kick off at 5:40pm. Tickets are limited through the NRL site. Book here.
ST ALI ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL- ALL WEEKEND
The Italian film festival returns to Palace electric cinemas this weekend! Showcasing a selection of the best new films out of Italy, heartfelt romances, moving dramas and hilarious comedies will transport viewers to Rome, Palermo and Naples. Find synopsis, session times and book tickets here.
OUT OF THIS WORLD: AUSTRALIA IN THE SPACE AGE- ALL WEEKEND
This weekend marks the beginning of the National Archives exhibition examining Australia’s fascination with the Space age. From the 50’s through to the 70’s see how architecture, film, design, fashion, pop culture and music were all influenced by our first forays into the unknown. The gallery is open 10-4 on weekends, the exhibition is free but timed bookings are required. More information and bookings here.
PUB ROCK AT THE NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY- ALL WEEKEND
Missing live music? Relive the golden age of Australian Pub rock and realise what it meant to Australia’s cultural identity at the National Portrait Gallery of Australia. Photographers works of artists such as INXS, Midnight Oil, Cold Chisel, Kylie Minogue, Divinyls and more showcase a treasure trove of images that will transport you back to live gigs. Tickets are free, but booking is essential. Book here.
