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
The Ties That Bind – Botanical Inspirations
Wednesday 4 June 2025 - Sunday 29 June 2025
Art binds us together. At least it does in the talented Fredericks family.
Art binds us together. At least it does in the talented Fredericks family.
Thursday Talks
Thursday 19 June 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.
July themed walk - Australian Plants in Foreign Lands
Monday 30 June 2025 - Sunday 6 July 2025
While many Australian plants have found success in overseas countries, some have behaved badly.
While many Australian plants have found success in overseas countries, some have behaved badly.
MEGAfauna: Look-Alike
Tuesday 1 July 2025 - Thursday 31 July 2025
Get ready for adventure as you come face to face with giant creatures from the past!
Get ready for adventure as you come face to face with giant creatures from the past!
Wild places
Wednesday 2 July 2025 - Sunday 27 July 2025
This exhibition connects us to wild places and celebrates Australian landscapes and ecosystems from rugged alpine environments to open woodlands and lush forests.
This exhibition connects us to wild places and celebrates Australian landscapes and ecosystems from rugged alpine environments to open woodlands and lush forests.
Join children’s author Bronwyn Saunders for MEGAfauna fun!
Saturday 5 July 2025 - Sunday 20 July 2025
Get ready for an exciting adventure into the world of MEGAfauna!
Get ready for an exciting adventure into the world of MEGAfauna!
MEGAfauna Makers Art Workshop
Tuesday 8 July 2025 - Thursday 17 July 2025
Embark on an extraordinary journey into the past with artist Tom Buckland, where ancient giants once roamed the Earth.
Embark on an extraordinary journey into the past with artist Tom Buckland, where ancient giants once roamed the Earth.
Culture on the Move weaving workshop
Tuesday 8 July 2025
Celebrate NAIDOC week at the ANBG with Pitta Pitta Wangkamahdla weaver and artist Ronnie Jordan from Culture on the Move.
Celebrate NAIDOC week at the ANBG with Pitta Pitta Wangkamahdla weaver and artist Ronnie Jordan from Culture on the Move.
MEGAcreative creatures
Friday 11 July 2025
Bring your family to celebrate NAIDOC week at the ANBG with Pitta Pitta Wangkamahdla weaver and artist Ronnie Jordan from Culture on the Move.
Bring your family to celebrate NAIDOC week at the ANBG with Pitta Pitta Wangkamahdla weaver and artist Ronnie Jordan from Culture on the Move.
