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Floriade Walking Trail

Floriade is just a 15-minute stroll from the City Centre. Before or after your flower fix, there is so much more to explore. Spot the giant Glorious Wally sculpture, take a ride on the merry-go-round, or dive into creative workshops at the Canberra Museum and Gallery. Catch a live performance at the Canberra Theatre and then wrap up your day with drinks and dinner at one of the city’s many restaurants and bars.

Make your Floriade outing a full city adventure with blooms, art, entertainment and good food all within walking distance.

Celebrate Floriade in the City Centre

From live shows to hands-on workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Make a whole day of it with food, drinks, and plenty of fun.

Garema Place | It’s a bird.. it’s a plane..

It’s Glorious Wally!

Scientifically known as ‘Wahlenbergia gloriosa’, Glorious Wally is located next to the merry-go-round and has arrived in bloom to celebrate spring in the heart of our city.

Canberra Museum + Gallery

RELICS: A New World Rises

Created by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, RELICS combines sculpture, design, storytelling and nostalgia into an experience unlike a traditional museum exhibition or typical LEGO® display. The deeper you look, the more you discover.

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2 Sep, 9 Sep + more

Trivia Night at 88mph

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3 Sep, 10 Sep + more

Trivia at Mooseheads

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2 Sep, 9 Sep + more

ChiChiz Trivia

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31 Aug, 7 Sep + more

PJs Monday Night Trivia

QT Lounge

Pride and Prejudice x QTea High Tea

This September, QT Canberra trades its usual mischief for Regency manners, in partnership with Canberra Theatre Centre. Expect lavish florals, a Pride & Prejudice-inspired QTea High Tea, and just enough scandal to keep Mr Darcy interested.

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Haig Park Village Markets

Spring School Holidays Workshops

From magical potion-making workshops and nature play sensory stations to floral-themed arts and crafts, there will be something to spark every child's imagination.

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While you’re in the City Centre, take the time to make a day of it. Eat, drink, shop and explore your city.

Offers

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Suite Staycation

Suite Staycation

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First Edition Canberra

Midweek Pasta Nights

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Novotel Canberra

Dine & Unwind Escape

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Stay Longer and Save

Stay Longer and Save

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PJs in the City

Friday Pizzas at PJs

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Vines and Wines Canberra Wine Tours

Extra Winery Stop


Get your free City Centre illustration packs and let creativity run wild! Kids can colour, paint, and bring the city’s icons to life in their own style.


Floriade blooms in front of the iconic 'Floriade' mural

Australia’s Biggest Celebration of Spring

Floriade

As spring arrives in Canberra, more than one million blooms bring Commonwealth Park to life in a vibrant display of colour and natural beauty. Wander through spectacular garden beds and enjoy a diverse program of entertainment, food and drink, workshops, talks, and activities for all ages, as Australia’s Biggest Celebration of Spring comes into full bloom.

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