Australian National Botanic Gardens

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Light and Dark Night Tours ended on Saturday 10 March 2018.

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Current events

Bilby trail2.

Bilby trail and craft activities (self-guided)

Fri 29 Mar - Sun 28 Apr — Collect a map from the Visitor Centre

Learn about the bilby and its habitat on a children's self-guided trail.

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Corneliab o gossypiumsturtianum.

Bush Fragrance

6 Apr – 5 May 2024 — Visitor Centre at the Australian National Botanical Gardens

This exhibition celebrates the work of the Botanic Art Group and their love of native flora.

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Bush animal weaving

Culture on the Move – Bush Animal Weaving Workshops

Thurs 18 April and Fri 19 April, 10 am and 1 pm — Banksia Centre

Create your own bush animal during the school holidays.

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Weaving

Culture on the Move – Traditional Weaving Workshops

Sat 20 April 10 am - 1 pm — Banksia Centre

Sharing cultural knowledge on weaving and plant use and learning how to prepare fibres.

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2, 3, 8, 9, 10 March. 7.30 – 9.30 pm. Gates open at 7.00 pm

Experience the Gardens in a different light as part of Enlighten Festival 2018.

Led by our expert rangers, you’ll wander through the mist in the Rainforest Gully, explore the light and dark sections of the Gardens and enjoy delicious desserts in the Red Centre.

You can also enjoy a 15% discount on a Luminous facial at Jindii Eco Spa.

Things to note

  • Wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking.
  • Check the weather forecast and be prepared in case of wet or cold weather.
  • Gates open at 7.00 pm. Please do not arrive any earlier as you will not be able to access the Gardens or carpark.

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When

2, 3, 8, 9, 10 March. 7.30 – 9.30 pm. Gates open at 7.00 pm

Price

Adult: $27.60
Junior (16 years and under): $22.50
Family (2 adults and 2 juniors): $64.30
Concession: $22.50
Ticketek booking fee: $4.05