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Discover the world’s most comprehensive display of Australian native plants in the heart of Canberra.
The Australian National Botanic Gardens is a place for recreation, inspiration, conservation, science and learning. Through our Living Plant Collections and the National Seed Bank, the Gardens makes a substantial contribution to conservation of Australian native plants. We work with a range of partner organisations to conduct diverse research into Australian plants and ecosystems.
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Latest events
Sunset cinema
Thursday 20 November 2025 - Saturday 28 February 2026
Enjoy latest releases, children’s and classic films in the beautiful garden surrounds. Bring a picnic or purchase your dinner and popcorn at the event.
Enjoy latest releases, children’s and classic films in the beautiful garden surrounds. Bring a picnic or purchase your dinner and popcorn at the event.
2026 Snakes Alive!
Monday 12 January 2026 - Sunday 18 January 2026
Get ready to slither into a world of scaly fun at Snakes Alive - where you can meet, learn about, and even hold some amazing live snakes!
Get ready to slither into a world of scaly fun at Snakes Alive - where you can meet, learn about, and even hold some amazing live snakes!
Secrets of the Australian Bush - Summer School Holidays Adventure
Monday 12 January 2026 - Thursday 22 January 2026
This Summer school holiday, discover the amazing secrets of the plants that live in the Australian bush on this family-friendly tour at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
This Summer school holiday, discover the amazing secrets of the plants that live in the Australian bush on this family-friendly tour at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Morgyn Phillips Postcards from Black Mountain
Wednesday 14 January 2026 - Sunday 8 February 2026
Black Mountain, in the heart of Canberra, is the inspiration for this exhibition of small images in ink and coloured pencil featuring the landscapes, tracks, flora and fauna found there.
Black Mountain, in the heart of Canberra, is the inspiration for this exhibition of small images in ink and coloured pencil featuring the landscapes, tracks, flora and fauna found there.
Meet the Artist - Meet Morgyn Phillips the artist of Postcards from Black Mountain exhibition
Saturday 17 January 2026
Join Morgyn for a relaxed afternoon in the gallery sharing her experiences and passion for postcards and local places, and to find out about the creative processes behind the development of the Postcards from Black Mountain series.
Join Morgyn for a relaxed afternoon in the gallery sharing her experiences and passion for postcards and local places, and to find out about the creative processes behind the development of the Postcards from Black Mountain series.
