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Festivals & events in Canberra

Festivals, fairs, shows and one-off events on in Canberra this week.

4 picks · 3 free · updated 29 October

FreeCanberra SpringOUT Pride FestivalThu 29 October · Various venues, CanberraOktoberfest CanberraFri 30 October, 4pm · The Harmonie German ClubFreeDay of the Dead FiestaSat 31 October, 12pm · Poppyfield CommonsFree2026 Craft + Design Canberra FestivalThu 5 November · Craft + Design Canberra and venues across Canberra
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Festivals & events in Canberra, answered

What are the best festivals & events picks in Canberra?

Right now: Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival, Oktoberfest Canberra, Day of the Dead Fiesta and 2026 Craft + Design Canberra Festival. The list is refreshed several times a day from local hotels and hostels, FreeGuides' own research and booking partners.

Are any of them free?

Yes: Canberra SpringOUT Pride Festival, Day of the Dead Fiesta and 2026 Craft + Design Canberra Festival.

Can I plan a day around these?

Yes. Open What's On Canberra and use Plan my day: it builds a day from these and everything else on in Canberra, with a link to book each one. Ask Eli, FreeGuides' trip planner, to plan several days.