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.
Gardens Through Time: Self-guided heritage trail
Sun 14 April - Fri 31 May — Maps available from the Visitor Centre
Look back in time to see how the Gardens has grown and changed on this self-guided historical photo trail.
Tree Week Children's Art Exhibition
Sat 4 May - Fri 31 May — Children's Trail
See the work of Canberra's budding artists in this special outdoor exhibition.
Garden of Letters by the Canberra Calligraphy Society
8 May 2024 - 2 June 2024 — Visitor Centre at the Australian National Botanical Gardens
Join the Canberra Calligraphy Society for their next exhibition ‘Garden of Letters’ at the Australian National Botanic Gardens.
Storytime
10 - 11 am, first Friday of every month, except January — 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
12.30 pm on Thursdays from February through November — Theatrette
Our Thursday lunchtime talks cover diverse aspects of the natural world in Australia and around the globe. Bookings essential.
