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FOR THE SECOND TIME, THE PIXAR-THEMED MINI-GOLF COURSE  WILL TEE OFF IN CANBERRA FOR A 4-WEEK RUN  Australia’s much-loved pop-up mini-golf phenomenon, Pixar Putt, will return to Canberra in time for the school holidays when it opens at Civic Square on 20 September. Tickets go on sale on Friday 13 September at 12pm. This pop-up mini-golf sensation is made up of interactive …

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Open Air PlayUP is back, with a party twist for the school holidays. Join us in the Senate Courtyard for some of your favourite party games – musical chairs, Duck, Duck, Goose or an egg and spoon race. Challenge your family to a game of Giant Connect 4, a round of badminton and so much …

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Use mixed media to make your own fluorescent turtles inspired by artworks from the Pormpuraaw Art and Culture Centre in Belonging: Stories from Far North Queensland. Explore the colours and sealife represented in the artworks, then craft your own glowing turtle to take home. Sessions: 10–11am and 11.30am–12.30pm The Workshop, Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre …

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Interactive Theatre International presents SIGNOR BAFFO 🌟 Get ready for a laugh-out-loud culinary chaos as Signor Baffo stirs up a storm! This award-winning interactive children’s comedy is hitting the road for its first regional tour, and it’s packed with fun, mischief, and all the answers to life’s silliest questions: 🍝 How do you mix meatballs with spaghetti? …

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Bring home the coastal vibes of Far North Queensland by joining artists from the Pormpuraaw Art and Culture Centre to create your own kinetic sculpture from seashells. Explore handcrafting and decorative ideas in this unique cultural experience. Sessions: 10–11am and 11.30am–12.30pm The Workshop, Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre Suitable for ages 5–12 years

Learn the art of weaving with visiting artists from the Pormpuraaw Art and Culture Centre, then create your own jellyfish sculpture using reclaimed fishing nets from the Gulf of Carpentaria. Session: 10am–12.30pm The Workshop, Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre Suitable for ages 12–17 years

Canberra! Get ready for a spine-tingling night of fun and frights at Canberra’s most exciting Halloween event! This Halloween Food Festival is set to bring the ultimate spooky experience for families. Mark your calendars and prepare to be immersed in a world of ghoulish delights, devilish rides, and wicked games! The Trick-or-Treat Lane will be …

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Celebrate Peace and Culture at the Canberra Nara Candle Festival! Join us for a beautiful celebration of peace, goodwill, and culture at the Canberra Nara Candle Festival, an annual event that honors Canberra's sister city relationship with Nara, Japan. The festival highlights the rich traditions of Japanese culture, from mesmerizing candle displays to music, art, …

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Disability Sports Australia and Paralympics Australia are collaborating to deliver a series of free Bupa Try Para-sport Events across Australia. Bupa Try Para-sport events provide people with physical, vision, and intellectual disabilities with the opportunity to: Try a wide range of Para-sports Learn about local programs & pathways Learn about Para-sport classification Meet and greet …

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Join us at the Museum for a woolly adventure with author Jackie Hosking, as she shares the story of Chris the sheep in A Woolly Tale, our latest book in the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre children’s series. Then spark your creativity in a hands-on workshop where children can make their own woolly artwork. Perfect for young …

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The National Zoo & Aquarium is celebrating Christmas early with our 12 Days of Enrichment for all the animals in the zoo and ending with the Zoo’s first ever Christmas concert! From December 7 to December 19, our animals will receive special XMAS inspired enrichment items as well as special keeper talks each day! Enrichment …

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Join us for Making Music in recognition of the United Nations’ International Day of People with Disability. Participate in an instrument-making workshop with Hands On Studio, be part of a playshop with Music for Canberra or take a tour of Breathing Space with Museum educators in the Garden of Australian Dreams – suitable for all …

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