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 below.
Colour in Winter Guided Walks
Monday 8 August–Sunday 14 August, 11.00 am–12.00 pm daily — Meet at the clock near the bridge
Brighten your winter day and discover the spectacular colours of leaves, bark, flowers and seeds in the Gardens with a Volunteer Guide.
Celebration of Wattles Walks
30 August–5 September, 11.00 am–12.00 pm — Meet at the clock near the bridge
Celebrate Wattle Day with a guided walk exploring the Gardens’ collection of wattles, the genus Acacia.
Get Ready for Spring Native Plant Sale
Saturday 27 August, 8.30 am – 11.00 am (or earlier if sold out) — Education Lawn
A boutique sale with plants grown by the Gardens' Growing Friends from material sourced in the Gardens.
Storytime
First Friday of every month — Crosbie Morrison Lawn
Stories, songs, rhymes and creative activities are brought to life in the Gardens' beautiful natural surroundings.
Exhibitions at the Visitors Centre
Daily, 9.30 am – 4.30 pm — Visitor Centre Gallery
Exhibitions explore the Australian environment through diverse creative forms including fine art, craft, photography and sculpture.
Thursday Talks
Resume in February 2022 — Theatrette
Our Thursday lunchtime talks cover diverse aspects of the natural world in Australia and around the globe. Bookings essential.
