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Winter in the City

The City Centre comes alive this winter with fire, movement and something new to discover around every corner.

From high-energy circus acts to fire performances lighting up the night, Winter in the City brings a lineup of experiences across local businesses and public spaces.

Rug up, wander through the streets, stop in for a bite, and stay a little longer as the city shifts into the evening.

Event details

Location

City Centre

Dates

8 – 18 July 2026

What to expect

Fire performances

Watch the night ignite with live fire shows bringing warmth and energy to the City Centre.

Circus

Expect dynamic performances popping up across the precinct, full of movement, skill and surprise.

Experiences across local businesses

Discover special offers, activations and events happening inside venues throughout the City Centre.

Get involved

Are you a business in the City Centre?

Submit your event, offer or activation to be part of the Winter in the City program and be featured across campaign promotion.

Submit your expression of interest

Full program to be released soon


ABOUT CITY RENEWAL AUTHORITY

As an agency of the ACT Government, the City Renewal Authority is charged with shaping the growth of the central parts of Canberra to make it a great place to live, explore and enjoy. In partnership with the community, the City Renewal Authority creates a thriving city heart through the delivery of design-led and people-focused urban renewal with a focus on social and environmental sustainability.

City Renewal works within a designated Precinct, which spans Dickson, Braddon, Civic, Northbourne Avenue, Haig Park and Acton Waterfront.

Some of the content on this website is created by the City Renewal team, while other parts are contributed by City Centre businesses. If you notice anything that needs updating, please let us know.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.

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