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
Thursday Talks
Thursday 18 June 2026 - Thursday 26 November 2026
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.
Coming to the Gardens this Spring: Canberra Art Biennial
Friday 11 September 2026 - Saturday 31 October 2026
This Spring we look forward to welcoming the 6th edition of the Canberra Art Biennial to the Gardens. The Capital’s own contemporary public art festival, Canberra Art Biennial presents artwork that responds to stories and histories within the designed landscape of Canberra.
This Spring we look forward to welcoming the 6th edition of the Canberra Art Biennial to the Gardens. The Capital’s own contemporary public art festival, Canberra Art Biennial presents artwork that responds to stories and histories within the designed landscape of Canberra.
Frog Listening Evening
Friday 25 September 2026
Have you ever heard the frogs in the Gardens and wanted to know more about them?
Join Anke Maria Hoefer (Frogwatch Coordinator for ACT & Region) to listen and learn about Canberra's amazing frogs in the beautiful surrounds of the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Bring the family and test your listening skills to see if you can identify the different frog calls.
Meet at the amphitheatre in front of the Crosbie Morrison Building & adjacent ponds. In case of wet weather we will adjourn inside the Crosbie Morrison Building.
Secrets of the Australian Bush - Spring School Holidays Adventure
Monday 28 September 2026 - Thursday 8 October 2026
This Spring school holidays, 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 Spring school holidays, discover the amazing secrets of the plants that live in the Australian bush on this family-friendly tour at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Luminous Life – Floriade After Dark: A Twilight Discovery Experience at Australian National Botanic Gardens
Thursday 1 October 2026 - Saturday 3 October 2026
Step beyond the Garden gates and discover what grows—and glows—after dark. Experience Australia's native bush like never before.
Step beyond the Garden gates and discover what grows—and glows—after dark. Experience Australia's native bush like never before.
