What’s on
There’s always something new and exciting to see and do at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Our calendar of events is changing all the time. Check out the list of current and upcoming events and exhibitions below.
Events and exhibitions
Art in Miniature
Wednesday 27 August 2025 - Sunday 21 September 2025
Art in Miniature is a group of 22 artists from the Canberra region who enjoy working and exhibiting miniatures artworks together.
Art in Miniature is a group of 22 artists from the Canberra region who enjoy working and exhibiting miniatures artworks together.
Thursday Talks
Thursday 18 September 2025 - Thursday 27 November 2025
Our Thursday lunchtime talks cover diverse aspects of the natural world in Australia and around the globe.
Our Thursday lunchtime talks cover diverse aspects of the natural world in Australia and around the globe.
Wake Up with the Birds
Saturday 20 September 2025 - Sunday 28 September 2025
Observe amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Observe amazing birdlife in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
After Dark Walk in the Gardens
Friday 26 September 2025
Fun for young and old, explore the Gardens as it gets dark, observe the birds as they go to bed, discover animals that come out at night.
Fun for young and old, explore the Gardens as it gets dark, observe the birds as they go to bed, discover animals that come out at night.
Secrets of the Australian Bush - a family adventure
Tuesday 30 September 2025 - Friday 10 October 2025
This Spring school holidays, join us for a family-friendly Flora Explorer bus tour.
This Spring school holidays, join us for a family-friendly Flora Explorer bus tour.
Bugs Alive exhibition
Friday 3 October 2025 - Thursday 9 October 2025
We've got you covered for a great family day out in Australian National Botanic Gardens this Spring school holiday.
We've got you covered for a great family day out in Australian National Botanic Gardens this Spring school holiday.
Woodcraft Guild annual exhibition and sale
Friday 3 October 2025 - Monday 6 October 2025
The ACT Woodcraft Guild’s annual exhibition and sale will return at the Australian National Botanical Gardens this Spring School Holidays.
The ACT Woodcraft Guild’s annual exhibition and sale will return at the Australian National Botanical Gardens this Spring School Holidays.
Australian Native Plant Society Canberra - Spring Plant Sale
Saturday 18 October 2025
This spring sale will feature around 7000 Australian native plants, with over 250 different species represented.
This spring sale will feature around 7000 Australian native plants, with over 250 different species represented.
