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
Sunset cinema
Thursday 21 November 2024 - Saturday 22 February 2025
Summer is around the corner and that means the Sunset Cinema is back for another glorious season of outdoor movies under the stars!
Summer is around the corner and that means the Sunset Cinema is back for another glorious season of outdoor movies under the stars!
Botanical Connections
Wednesday 22 January 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
Artist and Printmaker Jo Hollier sees the Gardens as a place of appreciation for our unique flora and a place where we can feel connected to nature and the environment.
Artist and Printmaker Jo Hollier sees the Gardens as a place of appreciation for our unique flora and a place where we can feel connected to nature and the environment.
Thursday Talks
Thursday 13 February 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.
Bonsai exhibition
Saturday 22 February 2025 - Sunday 23 February 2025
The annual Australian Plants as Bonsai exhibition is back at the Gardens this weekend, presented by the Canberra Bonsai Society.
The annual Australian Plants as Bonsai exhibition is back at the Gardens this weekend, presented by the Canberra Bonsai Society.
Exhibition by Frank Knight
Friday 28 February 2025 - Sunday 23 March 2025
Join us to celebrate the long career of Australia's fauna and landscape artist Frank Knight.
Join us to celebrate the long career of Australia's fauna and landscape artist Frank Knight.
Enlighten event: reflect & connect
Friday 7 March 2025 - Saturday 8 March 2025
Enjoy a picnic and relax with live music as the sun goes down in the Gardens. Meander at your own pace and discover some amazing plant adaptations.
Enjoy a picnic and relax with live music as the sun goes down in the Gardens. Meander at your own pace and discover some amazing plant adaptations.
Growing Friends autumn boutique native plant sale
Saturday 8 March 2025
Plants are propagated by the Growing Friends volunteers from cuttings or seeds sourced from the Gardens.
Plants are propagated by the Growing Friends volunteers from cuttings or seeds sourced from the Gardens.
Themed Walk - choosing Australian plants for your garden
Monday 10 March 2025 - Sunday 16 March 2025
Wondering what to plant in your garden? Join a free guided walk to see some plants that may be just what you are looking for.
Wondering what to plant in your garden? Join a free guided walk to see some plants that may be just what you are looking for.
