CANBERRA COMEDY FESTIVAL  – FRIDAY 15 – SUNDAY 17 MARCH
The annual Canberra Comedy Festival is back for another year with an impressive line-up of local, national, and international comedians. Over two big weeks, the capital’s fun-filled program will see shows held across a variety of venues and promises to make everyone laugh. Get all the info here.

CANBERRA BALLOON SPECTACULAR – FRIDAY 15 – SUNDAY 17 MARCH
One last chance to enjoy the bright and colourful hot air balloons float over the lake and Canberra’s sky this weekend. Launching around 6:15am each morning at the Patrick White Lawns over nine days, ditch your sleep in and enjoy a hot breakfast and coffee from local food carts while you watch. Daily announcements about weather conditions will be made at 6am. Get all the info here.

MIDNIGHT BAR X HENDRICKS GIN TAKEOVER – FRIDAY 15 TO SUNDAY 17 MARCH
Midnight Bar is joining forces with Hendrick’s Gin from 19 February to Sunday 17 March to bring you four exclusive gin bowls to sip on this summer. Plus, with each gin bowl you purchase, you will be placed into the draw to win a Hendrick’s Gin hot air balloon ride for two. Book now.

SKYFIRE – SATURDAY 16 MARCH
After a 5-year hiatus, Skyfire is back with a bang for 2024 and promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Brought to you by Canberra’s favourite radio stations Hit 104.7 and Mix 106.3, head down to the northside of Lake Burley Griffin to enjoy a night filled with entertainment and countdown to the firework spectacular that lights up Canberra.

GOVERNMENT HOUSE OPEN DAY – SATURDAY 16 MARCH
Enjoy the last bit of summer weather at the Government House Open Day and spread out a picnic rug, bring along some food and drinks or purchase from the sausage sizzle and local coffee vendors, and sit back and experience the atmosphere. With beautiful gardens, a tour of the house and the opportunity to explore one of Australia’s most historic properties all are welcome, with no tickets required.

CAPITAL REGION FARMERS MARKET CELEBRATES 20 YEARS – SATURDAY 16 MARCH
Head down to the Capital Region Farmers Market this Saturday and help celebrate their 20th birthday with them. There will be a range of celebrations throughout the day, including a birthday cake competition, family friendly activities, local entertainment, exclusive merch, stallholder specials and giveaways, and so much more.

SHOWROOM CANBERRA HOME & LIFESTYLE SHOW – SATURDAY 16 – SUNDAY 17 MARCH
Happening over Saturday and Sunday, the ShowRoom Canberra Home and Lifestyle Show brings together Canberra’s most creative, innovative, and informative industry professionals. The best part, it’s free to attend at Exhibition Park and promises to provide the indoor and outdoor home and lifestyle inspiration you’ve been looking for.