Free Merry-Go-Round Rides in the City Centre

Event

Enjoy free merry-go-round rides every day from 1–24 December!

Bring the family to soak up the Christmas lights and make a whole day (or night) of it. Snap a photo by the Christmas tree to tick off your festive to-do list, and let the kids run wild at the Glebe Park playground between spins on the merry-go-round.

Accessibility
  • Does not cater for people with access needs.

When

(Until 24 Dec)

Session times vary

Where

Merry-go-round, Petrie Plaza, City Centre

Petrie Plaza,
Canberra ACT 2601

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Price

Free

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Events in the City Centre

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