Creating Handmade Gifts for Your Loved Ones: A Guide to Festive Celebrations in Canberra

There’s something so special about receiving a handmade gift. Whether it’s a glass bauble, a card, or a delicious meal, your loved ones will delight in your creations.

Family Craft at the Archives

When: 1:30pm Saturday 7 December
Where: National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes

Theatre, Performances, and Exhibitions

Need to lift your spirits? There’s plenty of entertainment on offer in the lead up to Christmas day. Dancing, singing, storytelling, comedy, and art are all on the cards.

– When: Monday 9 December to Tuesday 10 December
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra

– When: Friday 13 December to Saturday 14 December
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre, London Circuit, Canberra

– When: 7:30pm Wednesday 18 December
Where: Fun Time Pony, 122 Alinga Street, Canberra

– When: 2:30pm Thursday 19 December
Where: The Theatre, Belconnen Arts Centre

– When: select dates from Thursday 28 November to Sunday 22 December
Where: Gallery of Small Things (GOST), 27 Wade Street, Watson

– When: Friday 6 – Saturday 7 December
Where: Tuggeranong Homestead, Richardson

– When: 7:30pm Friday 13 December
Where: The Street Theatre, 15 Childers Street, Canberra

– When: Select dates from Thursday 28 November to Sunday 15 December
Where: Lanyon Homestead, Tharwa, and Calthorpes House, Red Hill

Festive Celebrations

What could be more festive than gathering with your fellow Canberrans to celebrate? Don’t miss these community parties.

– When: 4pm Friday 29 November
Where: Hall Heritage Village, Victoria Street Hall

– When: 3pm Saturday 7 December
Where: City Walk, Canberra City Centre

Christmas Shopping and Markets

– When: 5pm Wednesday 11 December
Where: Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre, King Edward Terrace, Parkes

– When: 10am Sunday 1 December
Where: National Arboretum Canberra, Molonglo Valley

Festive and Free

Need to give your wallet a break? The City Centre has free entertainment and activities over the festive period.

– When: Sunday 1 December to Tuesday 24 December
Where: Petrie Plaza, Canberra City

– When: now until Monday 6 January
Where: City Walk, City Centre

– When: Sunday 1 December to Tuesday 24 December
Where: City Walk, City Centre

In conclusion, Canberra is brimming with festive activities for everyone to enjoy. From family craft sessions to theatre performances, community celebrations, Christmas shopping, and free entertainment, there’s something for everyone to make the holiday season truly special.

FAQs:

1. What are some festive activities in Canberra?
– Family craft sessions at the National Archives of Australia
– Theatre performances and exhibitions at various locations
– Festive celebrations at community parties
– Christmas shopping and markets at different venues
– Festive and free entertainment in the City Centre

2. When do these festive activities take place?
Activities are scheduled throughout the month of December, leading up to Christmas day. Check specific dates and locations for each event to plan your festive calendar accordingly.

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