What's on in Canberra This Week?: 11th - 17th November

Canberra is heating up, and we don't just mean the weather! There's so many fun events for families happening this week. Check them out below!

Drizzle Boy

Drizzle Boy is a moving play centred around an autistic boy who has struggled in a world that wants to change him. When he finally heads off to university, he meets Juliet, and his life takes a beautifully positive twist, where suddenly everything seems possible - even his dream of building a rocket and blasting off into space! Drizzle Boy was the smash-hit of Queensland Theatre’s 2023 Season, winner of the 2022-2023 Queensland Premier’s Drama Award, and the first time a neurodivergent character has been written by a neurodivergent playwright and portrayed by an actor with lived experience on the Australian main stage. Strap yourself in for this heartfelt, funny, and important story that’s perfect for the whole family. Don't miss your chance to see Drizzle Boy at the Canberra Theatre Centre. Find tickets here.

Drizzle Boy @ the Canberra Theatre Centre - 13th-16th of November - $39.95+

Mega Monster Truck & Unlimited Ride Spectacular

Get ready for a day filled with adrenaline-pumping action and non-stop fun! Watch as monstrous trucks crush cars and perform jaw-dropping stunts., plus hop on unlimited rides and enjoy the thrill of the fair. Don't miss out on this epic event at Canberra's EPIC. Once you have purchased ticket you have unlimited rides from 1pm till 8pm. Grab your tickets here!

Mega Monster Truck & Unlimited Ride Spectacular @ EPIC - 16th November - $47.13+

Holy Family Primary School Fete

When it's spring, it can only mean one thing. Fetes galore! Head along to Holy Family Primary in Gowrie for their Christmas themed fete this weekend. Don't miss out on the ever-popular show rides and side show alley, face painting, hairspray, show bags, pony rides, cookie decorating, tombola, handmade crafts, a cake stall, kids' costumes, and second-hand books and toys, a live auction, a raffle (with the chance to win $3000 cash!), lots of delicious food, including Devonshire Tea, fairy floss, ice cream, kebabs, nachos and a good old BBQ. There'll also be local entertainers, Christmas carollers, and community and sporting groups that are bound to keep you entertained for the day. Find out more information here.

Holy Family Primary School Fete - 16th of November - 10am-2pm - free

SouthFest

Celebrate everything that makes Tuggeranong such a special place at this year's SouthFest. The streets, laneways and foreshore of Tuggeranong will come alive as they host a range of markets, food, activities and entertainment. With a huge range of festivities on offer, this is one festival you won't want to miss! Find all the details here.

SouthFest @ Tuggeranong - 16th of November - 10am-4pm - free

Canberra Aqua Park

Get your swimmers out - the Canberra Aqua Park is returning to Canberra this weekend! Get ready to have an awesome day out with your family as you climb, splash, slip and slide through their giant inflatable obstacle course and bounce off their famous jumping pillow. The Park offers something for everyone to beat the heat this summer.

Canberra Aqua Park - 17th November - 10am - 3pm - $24+

Pay Your Age Day @ Lollipops Majura

Keep the kids entertained on Tuesday the 12th of November, with entry costing the age of your child at the time! (e.g. $1 for a 1 year old, $2 for a 2 year old, etc). Tell a friend, organise your play date and come for a play and only pay your child's age! Find more info and book tickets here.

Pay Your Age Day @ Lollipops Majura - 12th November - Various costs

Disney Trivia

Think you (or your kiddo) is the ultimate Disney fan? Head along to Reload Bar's Disney Trivia on Friday night to put your skills to the test. Plus there will be prizes for best team name, best Disney character impersonation and best dressed, plus a pinata, Disney visuals, and for the adults, there's Disney themed 'magic potions' to make the night a whole lot more fun! Please note that all ages are welcome to attend, but minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Find all the details here.

Disney Trivia @ Reload Bar - 17th November - 7pm-9:30pm - $5p.p.

Year 3000 Party

If your teen is a little too keen to head out partying, the Vault is offering a completely legal underage warehouse party, and the best part? Peking Duk is headlining! Colour us impressed! The organisers have thought of everything for this event, from security, food & (non-alcoholic) drinks, toilets, and much more. This is a totally safe and awesome event for 14-18 year olds only. Find more info and book tickets here.

Year 3000 Party @ The Vault - 15th November - free

Christmas Clay Play

Come and spend a tactile and exciting morning with clay! Children & adults will have the opportunity to explore the wonderful qualities of clay and can choose to build a small ceramic object which can be fired in the kiln and picked up at a later date. The theme of this clay play is centred around the handmade gift. Learn some simple techniques to create decorative hangings, letters and other small thoughtful items. This workshop is suitable for beginners or those with experience. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Price includes 1 adult & 1 child (or just 1 adult). Extra children can be paid for on the day ($10). You will get to take your ceramic piece home with you (once it has been fired in the kiln). Find more information and book tickets here.

Christmas Clay Play @ Yarralumla Primary School - 16th November - $53.87

French Market

Discover more than 30 stalls at the Alliance Francaise de Canberra in Turner, for a touch of French culture, food and drinks, all while supporting local Australian businesses! Enjoy a picnic area to taste one of the many delicious foods and have a drink, take part in a free French speed talking session, try out our pétanque field, and let your children have fun with special activities just for them! Find more info here.

French Market @ Alliance Francaise - 16th November - free

Gundaroo Community Festival

Come along to celebrate the gorgeous town of Gundaroo. Discover their awesome community groups and local businesses. There'll be live music, kids activities, art exhibitions, gift stalls, raffle, BBQ, sweet treats, coffee, a scarecrow competition, plus more! The festival will continue into the evening with entertainment at Cork Street Cafe & Gundaroo Inn. Find more information here.

Gundaroo Community Festival @ Gundaroo Park - 16th November - 11am-11pm - free

Neville Bonner Primary School Book Fair

Head along to the 2024 Neville Bonner Primary School Book Fair. There will be something for everyone, from second hand books, to a cake stall and sausage sizzle! Rain, hail or shine, come and grab a bargain book! Entry is free, via the Mabo Blvd carpark (opposite Bonner Woolworths). Parking is free, and the venue is fully accessible. Find more details here.

Book Fair @ Neville Bonner Primary School - 16th November - 10am - 4pm - free

Santa's Arrival Parade

Santa is coming to town and South.Point is celebrating with a fun-filled parade! Watch as Santa makes his grand entrance, accompanied by a host of festive characters to get everyone into the holiday spirit! Once the parade concludes, it’s time for photos with Santa! Bring your little ones for a special moment with Santa and take home a keepsake photo to cherish. Find more info and book your Santa photos here.

Santa's Arrival Parade @ South.Point Tuggeranong - 16th November - 11am - free

Tuggeranong Arts Centre Grand Day Out

Join the SouthFest fun at Tuggeranong Arts Centre’s Grand Day Out and take part in a free day of fun designed for the whole family. Between 10am and 2pm, the Centre will be buzzing with free activities for grandparents, mums, dads, kids and teens. Book in for a structured art, dance, or drama class, or drop in and enjoy a range of live entertainment and spontaneous art making. Find more information here.

Grand Day Out @ Tuggeranong Arts Centre - 16th November - 10am - 2pm - free

Canberra Kids Market

Discover new, handmade and pre-loved clothes, toys, books, games, accessories, furniture, prams, strollers, and equipment for babies, toddlers and young ones at the Canberra Kids Market. There are plenty of stalls to explore and great bargains too. Find more info here.

Canberra Kids Market @ Fitters Workshop - 17th November - 10am - 3pm - free

Weetangera Primary School Fete

The Weetangera Primary School Fete is back for 2024! With plenty of activities for children, and all your favourite fete stalls, the 2024 fete has something for everyone.

You can expect a BBQ, rides, face painting, reptile zoo, a cake stall, book stall, toy stall, plant stall, sideshow alley, chocolate trailer, raffles, a colour run, white elephant, and plenty more. Find all the info you need here.

Weetangera Primary School Fete - 17th November - 10am - 2pm - free

Day of the Dead Fiesta

Come down and celebrate Mexican Day of the Dead with us at The Harmonie German Club! Join Lucha Fantastica for a family-friendly fiesta featuring an Aztec Shaman welcoming you and doing a cleansing to get rid of the bad spirits, opening ceremony in Aztec language, traditional altar, festive piñatas and, of course, over 10 masked luchadores. Expect a show packed with acrobatics, action, and a pinch of comedy that'll keep the entire family entertained!

Day of the Dead Fiesta @ Harmonie German Club - 16th November - 4pm-6:30pm - $35.31

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