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What’s on around Canberra in June 2023

Hello June and hello winter, the season of frozen windscreens, mulled wine and puffer jackets. The Canberra region is offering a smorgasbord of events and activities to keep you roasty, toasty and fulfilled all month long.


Beaver Galleries: Presents two new exhibitions: Dianne Fogwellโ€™s Reflection, and Marcelle Olivierโ€™s A delicate endurance. Beaver Galleries, Deakin, 1-17 June;beavergalleries.com.au

Mt Ainslie Music Club: The community ensemble meets for improvisation every first Thursday of the month 8-10pm, Ainslie Arts Centre; ainslieandgorman.com.au

Coterie: Bring their Honey Dance With Me tour to Transit Bar, Thursday 1 June 7.30pm; tickets.oztix.com.au

Pop Up Party: Jazida Productions presents a cabaret show, DJ dance party, hands-on activities, a flash mob, food drinks and more. Haig Park, Friday 2 June from 5pm; jazidaproductions.com

Cheezy Grin, Black Iris and He Covets: Bring old school metal, metalcore and nu-metal to The Front, Lyneham, 2 June 6pm; events.humanitix.com

Smithโ€™s Alternative: Irish Jam each Friday from 4pm; Comedy Open Mic, first Sunday of the month 7pm; smithsalternative.com

Ngura Pulk-Epic Country: One of the largest First Nation community art projects, created and directed by the Anangu people. National Gallery of Australia, 3 June-8 October; nga.gov.au

The Mirror – Angles of Resistance: Explores Peter Maloneyโ€™s practice with the perspective of his queer sexuality. Canberra Contemporary Art Space Lakeside, until 3 June; ccas.com.au

Tempo Theatre presents ‘Book of the Month’ at Belconnen Community Theatre, 26 May-3 June. Image supplied.

Book of the Month: Tempo Theatre presents Book of the Month, a funny 1950s English comedy for all to enjoy. Get together a group of friends and come along for a couple of hours of entertainment and good laughs. It is sure to brighten your day! Belconnen Community Theatre, until 3 June; canberraticketing.com.au

National Portrait Gallery: Marks Reconciliation Week with a highlights tour in Be a Voice for Generations. Until 3 June; portrait.gov.au

First Nations Film Festival: This online event returns as part of Reconciliation Week with award-winning films exploring First Nation cultures screening with Live Chat options. Until 3 June; full program at fanforcetv.com

Gulgawarnigu – Thinking of something, someone: A collection of digital works from young artists from Ngarluma country. National Portrait Gallery, 3 June-2 October; portrait.gov.au

Landcare4Singles: A unique twist on speed dating, participants work together to plant native trees and shrubs in ten minutes before moving on to the next person. Meeting at Lanyon High, Saturday 3 June 9am; eventbrite.com.au

Dusty Springfield in Concert: Sheena Crouch presents the 60th Anniversary Celebration Tour of the renowned artist. The Q, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 3 June 8pm; theq.net.au

Elvis by Anthony Petrucci: The Melbourne-born and world-renowned tribute artist brings his new show which follows the kingโ€™s career from inception to the end. Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo NSW, Saturday 3 June 7pm; tallagandrahill.com.au

Garry Starr Performs Everything: Actor and comedian Damien Warren-Smith performs as his alter-ego through every performance style thinkable to save live theatre. The Q, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 3 June 7.30pm; theq.net.au

Troy Kinne: The award-winning stand-up comedian brings his Made Wrong tour to The Street Theatre, City West, 3 June 8pm; thestreet.org.au

Enigma: The solo exhibition from Madhumita Satpathi is made up of striking life-like images. Kyeema Gallery, Capital Wines, Hall until 4 June; capitalwines.com.au

Student| Teacher: An exhibition celebrating the works of the many children and adults undertaking classes at Canberra Potters. Canberra Potters Gallery, until 4 June; canberrapotters.com.au

bad vibrations: Francis Kenna presents a series of experiments in materials in an exploration of the way our minds perceive things. Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Manuka, until 4 June; cas.com.au

Maruki Community Orchestra: Presents a program featuring works by Gioacchino Rossini, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Sibelius. Albert Hall, Sunday 4 June 3pm; marukicommunityorchestra.org.au

War in Cities: Objects collected from battlefields and audio-visual materials from the International Committee of the Red Cross come together in this powerful exhibition. Gorman Arts Centre, until 6 June; hainslieandgorman.com.au

Professor Hyattโ€™s Tarot at Smithโ€™s Alternative, 6 Juneโ€“5 July. Image supplied.

Professor Hyattโ€™s Tarot: A mystical month, the exhibition features original Tarot artwork by John Hyatt, with unique large-scale prints of the cards. For something truly different with tarot readers attending throughout June, get a reading and learn your destiny. Smithโ€™s Alternative, 6 June-4 July; hyattstarot.weebly.com

The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra present New Perspectives at Albert Hall, 6 June. Photo: Robert Catto.

New Perspectives: The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra presents Beethovenโ€™s charming Septet, large-scale chamber music for strings and winds at its finest. We also hear Louise Farrencโ€™s brilliant Nonet, full of rich textures and intricate scoring, in New Perspectives. Celebrate the Orchestraโ€™s 10th anniversary with their 2023 Concert Season. Albert Hall, Tuesday 6 June 7pm; arco.org.au

Austrian Canberra Choir: Present You Raise Me Upโ€™ A concert that will lift your spirit at Wesley Music Centre, Wednesday 7 June 12.40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au

Variations: Ceramic artist Susie McMeekin explores the variations of form with traditional wood firing techniques. Canberra Potters Gallery, 8 June-9 July; canberrapotters.com.au

Lauren Kalman: The Detroit-based visual artist displays her contemporary exhibition Embodied Subject: Performance, Craft, and the Body at the ANU School of Art and Design Gallery, until 8 June; soad.cass.anu.edu.au

Come From Away: Finally, Come From Away has landed in Canberra! The Tony and Olivier Award winning hit musical shares the incredible real-life story of the 7,000 air passengers from all over the world who were grounded in Canada during the wake of 9/11, and the small Newfoundland community that invited these โ€˜come from awaysโ€™ into their lives. Canberra Theatre Centre, 8 June- 9 July; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Shad & Pete Save the World: The comedians solve all your problems with a couple of special guests along the way. Smithโ€™s Alternative, Thursday 8 June 7pm; smithsalternative.com

The Waltz: A production of Goulburn-based playwright David Coleโ€™s celebration of life, inspired by the stories of The Push, a Sydney-based group of nonconformists. The Q, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 9-10 June; theq.net.au

Tuggeranong Arts Centre: Welcomes two new exhibitions- Natalie Batemanโ€™s Djiraali Muriyira, and Jennifer Procterโ€™s Intertidal. Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 9 June- 12 August; tuggeranongarts.com

Intersections: Local artists Isobel Rayson and Nick Stranks explore memory, belonging and sense of place in this collaborative exhibition. Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Manuka, 9- 18 June; ccas.com.au

ANU Classics Museum: Voluntary guides conduct free tours on the second Friday of each month at 11am in the A D Hope Building, ANU; call 0438 883 373.

The Jane Barnes Band: A family project during lockdown soon turned into a much-loved entertainment, Jane has decided it is time to hit the road and tour New South Wales. Jane, the band and special guests Mahalia and Jimmy Barnes come to Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo, 10-11 June; tallagandrahill.com.au

How Cities Work: The exciting interactive exhibition explores the mystery, mayhem and magic of cities, with hands-on construction sites, a futuristic design station and more. Canberra Museum and Gallery, 10 June- 8 October; cmag.com.au

Aarwun Gallery: Presents three new exhibitions- Jane Millingtonโ€™s Sea Poems, Carlos Barriosโ€™ Del Amor Y Los Animales and Lisa Taylor Kingโ€™s Our Coloured Earth. Aarwun Gallery 10 June- 9 July; aarwungallery.com.au

Photo Access: Launches three new exhibitions exploring the ecological challenges our world is facing: Chris Roundโ€™s The Grand Scheme, Noah Thompsonโ€™s Huon, and Toni Hassanโ€™s Between Presumption and Melancholy. Photo Access, until 10 June; photoaccess.org.au

Kathleen Rhee: Presents a solo exhibition with works to inspire a deep connection with others, our environment and ourselves in Art Everyday. Suki & Hugh Gallery, Bungendore, until 11 June; sukihugh.com.au

Book Launch: Local childrenโ€™s author Gaz Anson approaches the dangers of AI in a fun and interactive way in his new book Stop! Robot! The Book Cow Kingston, Sunday 11 June 2pm; eventbrite.com.au

Apeiron Baroque: The new Canberra musician presents their second concert for the season, Too Many Strings. Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest, 11 June 5pm; apeiron-baroque.com

Disrupt, Persist, Invent: Discover the stories of the many ways Australians have achieved social change in this exhibition at the National Archives of Australia, until 12 June; naa.gov.au

Daoiri Farrell: One of Irelandโ€™s most beloved singers in recent years brings his sounds to Smithโ€™s Alternative, Tuesday 13 June 7pm; smithsalternative.com

Marry Me A Little: Everyman Theatre presents a tale of two strangers alone and dreaming of each other, studded with Sondheim Broadway classics. ACT Hub, Kingston, 14-24 June; acthub.com.au

Spanish Film Festival: Deep dive into the wonders of Spanish culture and art with an exceptional line-up of 32 films to enjoy. Palace Electric Cinema, 14 June-5 July; spanishfilmfestival.com

Harmonious Contrasts: Pianist Angela Zhu performs works from Bach, Mozart, Chopin and Poulenc. Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, Wednesday 14 June 12:40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au

Cabaret De Paris: A celebration of old-fashioned show-girl glamour with the skills of aerial pole artists, dancers, comedy and circus in this burlesque extravaganza. Canberra Theatre Centre, 15-16 June; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Systems and Sanity: An exploration of mental health challenges with poetry, music and laughter. Gorman Arts Centre, 15-17 June; rebustheatre.com

On Becoming: First solo exhibition of Wiradjuri woman Jessika Spencer in which the artist weaves together traditional and contemporary practices. COX Gallery, Kingston, until 15 June; coxarchitecture.com.au

Photography is Dead! Long Live Photography!: Students from ANUโ€™s School of Art & Design celebrate the life and death of photography as we know it. PhotoAccess, Griffith, Thursday 15 June 6pm; facebook.com/photoaccess

Garrick Ohlsson: Returns to wow Australian audiences with works of musical imagination. Llewellyn Hall, ANU, 15 June 7pm; musicaviva.com.au

POSTPONED. Canberra Rep’s production of Home, Iโ€™m Darling, scheduled for 16 June-1 July has been postponed due to illness. New season dates to be announced; canberrarep.org.au

Alvinโ€™s Harmonious World of Opposites: The award-winning film looks into the life of Alvin a Japanese translator and panda enthusiast who canโ€™t summon the courage to talk to the pretty girl downstairs, screening is followed by Q & A with director Platon Theodoris and actor Teik-Kim Pok. National Film and Sound Archive, 16 June 6pm; nfsa.gov.au

Watandar: The documentary captures Afghan Refugee and photographer Muzafar Ali  as he discovers the integral role of Afghans in Australia for the past 160 years, a Q&A with director Jolyon Hoff and Muzafar Ali after screening. Dendy Cinema, Friday 16 June 6:30pm; dendy.com.au

Watandar: The documentary captures Afghan Refugee and photographer Muzafar Ali  as he discovers the integral role of Afghans in Australia over the past 160 years with a Q&A with director Jolyon Hoff and Muzafar Ali after screening. Dendy Cinema, Friday 16 June 6:30pm; dendy.com.au

Sing Australia: Weekly sessions at: Belconnen, Thursday 9.30am; Duntroon, Monday 7.30pm; Greenway, Monday 1pm. Costs apply; singaustralia.com.au

Kippax Marketplace: Indoor market at Kippax Uniting Church Community Centre on the 3rd Saturday of the month 8am-12pm; free entry.

See a magical tale in Tell Me a Story by Catherine Forsayeth at Humble House Gallery, 17 June-16 July. Image supplied.

Tell Me a Story: A solo exhibition by Catherine Forsayeth, who through her paintings, explores the darkness, drama and magical possibilities of the Brothers Grimm and other well-known fairy tales. All are welcome to the opening on Saturday 17 June 2pm and Artist Talk on Sunday 18 June 1pm. Humble House gallery, 17 June- 16 July; humblehouse.com.au

Canberra Choral Society: Celebrates more than 70 years of fine choral music with the Coming Home concert. Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest, Saturday 17 June 6pm; trybooking.com

Brassy Beats: Brass Knuckle Brass Band, Lucy Ridge and the Derby Windows take the stage at Live At The Polo, Turner, 17 June 7:30pm; events.humanitix.com

Jenny Gibson, Reed Reflections, 2022, oil on canvas, 102 x 152cm each. Photo by Andrew Sikorski.

Brushes with the Bush: A collection of works in charcoal and oil paints spanning the 28 years of Canberra artist Jenny Gibsonโ€™s practice. Australian National Capital Artists Gallery, Dickson, until 18 June; anca.net.au

Community Market: Monthly market at Calwell shopping centre on the 3rd Saturday of the month 9am-3pm, and Queanbeyan Park on the 3rd Sunday 9am-2pm.

Potrait23 Identity: Portraiture leaves the canvas and becomes 3D in this experimental exhibition. National Portrait Gallery, until 18 June; portrait.gov.au

When the Lights Go Out: Artist Sam Suttie perfectly blends the real with the surreal in this collection of oil paintings. Tyger Gallery, Yass, until 18 June; tygergallery.com.au

Lunchulele: Every Monday 12.30-1.30pm, ukulele players perform at Smithโ€™s Alternative; smithsalternative.com

Womenโ€™s Leadership in Troubled Times: Join Rev Dr Stephanie Dowrick and Sister Jayanti and Canberra women in a dialogue across culture and religion. The Chapel Burgmann College, Tuesday 20 June 6pm; eventbrite.com.au

Subject: A documentary exploring the life-altering experience of sharing your story on screen ith participants od documentaries such as The Staircase, The Wolfpack, Hoop Dreams and more. Followed by a Q&A with co-producer Margie Ratliff. National Film and Sound Archive. Wednesday 21 June 6pm; nfsa.gov.au

Pony: Australiaโ€™s answer to Fleabag, Hazel is ready to pop pregnant but not ready to accept life changes with motherhood in this hilarious show from Briallen Clarke. Canberra Theatre Centre, 22 June- 1 July; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Jessica Loughlin: Solo exhibition of light comesfrom the JamFactory ICON series celebrating South Australiaโ€™s most influential artists. ANU School of Art & Design Gallery, 22 June- 4 August; soad.cass.anu.edu.au

A Night to Remember: An evening of entertainment, celebration and connection to help raise funds for the Foundation for Alcohol Research and Education (FARE). Monster Salon, Thursday 22 June 5:30pm; eventbrite.com.au

Hello Dankness: Soda Jerk presents a film compiled from samples of other films that bears witness to the spectacle of American politics between 2016 and 2021 with life events refashioned as Broadway Tunes. National Film and Sound Archive, Thursday 22 June 6pm; nfsa.gov.au

Canberra Symphony Orchestra: Is joined by didgeridoo player William Barton for Red Desert Sand, the first instalment of the Australian Series. National Museum of Australia, Thursday 22 June 6:30pm; cso.org.au

In His Words: Multi-platform creator Creswick presents a live music cinematic response to the experiences of being a dad in Voices of Fatherhood. The Street Theatre, 23-25 June; thestreet.org.au

Bark: Nathan Hughes presents a solo exhibition responding to Canberra and the idea of making a meaningful life in a time of significant global change. Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Manuka, 23 June- 2 July;  ccas.com.au

Move and Flip: Kulture Breakโ€™s all ages community event with live performances, food and drinks and plenty of flipping fun. Flipout Majura, Friday 23 June from 4:30pm;  eventbrite.com.au

Pop Up Party: Jazida Productions presents a cabaret show, DJ dance party, hands-on activities, a flash mob, food drinks and more. Civic Square, Friday 23 June 5pm; jazidaproductions.com

Eagle Eye Jones: The Sydney-based rock band celebrate the launch of their debut album New Growth. The Basement Canberra, 23 June 7pm; tickets.oztix.com.au

Night Markets: The community-run event runs every Friday 4-8pm at Anketell Street, Tuggeranong.

Bringing Byron to Canberra, the Boho Bride + Psychic Wellbeing Festival is at EPIC, 24-25 June. Image supplied.

Boho Bride + Psychic and Wellbeing Festival: Bringing the Byron vibe to Canberra for a magical weekend of sound healings, aura photos, psychic readers, henna art and shopping the coolest handmade, Australian made and ethically sourced products at Budawang Pavilion, EPIC. Come and chill out at these magical markets. Exhibition Park in Canberra, 24-25 June; boholuxemarket.com

Get the best in cruelty-free at The Vegan Market at Exhibition Park, 24-25 June. Image supplied.

Vegan Market: After many requests, Boho Luxe Market has introduced a Vegan Market to run alongside The Boho Luxe Markets over the weekend to cater for all the vegan market goers in Canberra โ€“ from diverse brands offering vegan cacao, psychic readings, cool vegan DJs, and irresistible ice cream. Exhibition Park, 24-25 June; theveganmarket.com.au

At Mid-Career, James Drinkwater: Recognised as an exceptional early talent, the artist shares the vibrant and striking works which he is known. Drill Hall Gallery, ANU, 24 June- 20 August; dhg.anu.edu.au

Bodies Without Organs: A group exhibition from Canberra region artists explores how contemporary artists transgress and subvert our understanding of materiality and form. Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Parkes, 24 June- 12 August;ccas.com.au

Capital Region Farmers Market: Fresh seasonal produce and gourmet goods at EPIC, Saturdays 7-11.30am; capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au

The Forage: Returns with its Winter Solstice event with local food, drinks and local musicians to bring the Canberra community together. Dairy Road Precinct, Fyshwick, 24 June 12pm-7pm; theforage.com.au

What Will You Make Today? by Maura Pierlot and Triandhika Anjani launches at the Gardens of LESS, 24 June. Image supplied.

Book Launch: What Will You Make Today? by Canberra creatives, Maura Pierlot (author) and Triandhika Anjani (illustrator), Storytorch Press, is launching in the Gardens of LESS outside Kidzplore. Enjoy an author reading, prizes, competition, book signing and Play Dairy Road. Plus, the Canberra Forage Winter Solstice will be on! Gardens of LESS at Dairy Road, Saturday 24 June 1pm; eventbrite.com.au

Experience a taste of France at French Music Day at Alliance Franรงaise de Canberra, 24 June.

French Music Day: We are bringing the French tradition of the Fรชte de la Musique to Canberra with live music, showcasing a variety of jazz, pop and French tunes with five concerts โ€“ enough to get you dancing! Enjoy a delicious food court with tartiflette, crรชpes and mulled wine!Alliance Franรงaise de Canberra, Turner, Saturday 24 June from 5pm; afcanberra.com.au

The Llewellyn Choir: Presents a program of French music in A Winter Concert: Durufle and Boulanger. Wesley Uniting Church, 24 June 7:30pm; trybooking.com

Decadence and Debauchery: Returns with an incredible cast of local and interstate performers in a not-for-the-faint-of-heart performance. Verity Lane, Sydney Building, 24 June 8pm; events.humanitix.com

Rocketman-Flying Solo: Greg Andrew, regarded as the premier Elton John tribute act, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Yellow Brick Road album. The Q, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 24 June 8pm; theq.net.au

Settled / Unsettled: The universal language of art explores the personal and shared issues faced by Australiaโ€™s refugees, migrants and asylum seekers. Canberra Museum and Gallery, Civic Square until 25 June; cmag.com.au

Greg Daly | Colour: The internationally acclaimed ceramic artist shares his striking colour works in this exhibition. Nancy Sever Gallery, 25 June- 23 July; nancysevergallery.com.au

German Markets: stalls, fresh-baked treats, a gourmet deli selling German delights, live entertainment, a jumping castle for the kids, German street food, and more. Harmonie German Club, Sunday 25 June 9am- 1pm; harmonieclub.com.au

The National Capital Orchestra: Celebrates in Anniversaries, commentating 110 since the creation of Canberra as the nationโ€™s capital, 150 years since the birth of Rachmaninov and 40 years together as the orchestra. Albert Hall, 25 June 3pm; trybooking.com

Billy Ocean: The R&B legend plays some of his greatest hits at the Royal Theatre, National Convention Centre, Sunday 25 June 8pm; premier.ticketek.com.au

Old Bus Depot Markets: The much-loved markets continue at the Old Bus Depot in Kingston, Sundays 9.30am-2.30pm; obdm.com.au

Bric-a-Brac Rummage: Hunt for second-hand treasure in front of South.Point, Tuggeranong, Sundays 9am-3pm.

Trash and Treasure: Hunt for second-hand goods, fresh produce and homewares every Sunday at the Jamison Centre, 7am-12.30pm; trashandtreasuremarketjamison.com.au

Dianne Firth OAM: The Adjunct Professor speaks of Black Mountain being an enduring source of inspiration for her. Australian National Botanic Gardens, Tuesday 27 June 11am; email [email protected] to book.

The Art of the Baritone: South African Baritone Christian Bester performs operatic works accompanied by pianist Hilda Visser-Scott. Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, Wednesday 28 June 12:40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au

Behind-the-Scenes History Tour: Go behind the scenes of Canberraโ€™s oldest public building and see its evolution. Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, every Wednesday and Friday 10.30am-2pm; canberraglassworks.com

Experience a white Christmas with the Xmas in July Festival at Parkes Place Lawns, 29 Juneโ€“2 July.

Xmas in July Festival: Experience the magic of Christmas in July at the Xmas in July Festival in Canberra! Delight in dazzling lights, French-European winter treats, and festive entertainment. Donโ€™t miss this enchanting celebration, the fire pits and igloos. Join us for a mid-year Christmas extravaganza. Free entry! Parkes Place Lawns, 29 Juneโ€“2 July;christmasinjuly.com.au

PhotoAccess Canberra: Launches three new exhibitions; You are close be-side me by Chin-Je Melodie Liu; Resistance Relapse by Nico Krijno; and Parallel Play by Rory Hamovit. Griffith, 29 June- 12 august; photoaccess.org.au

Radiance: A restoration for NAIDOC Week Screenings, three sisters reunite following the death of their mother reopening old wounds while trying to figure out a future. National Film and Sound Archive, Thursday 29 June 6pm; nfsa.gov.au

Piers Lane: The UK-based Australian pianist performs a program by piano greats Rachmaninov and Chopin. Snow Concert Hall, Canberra Grammar School, 29 June 7pm; snowconcerthall.com

Winter in the City: Canberra city centre transforms into a wonderful winter wonderland with ice-skating, real snow, live entertainment, food, drink and more. 30 June- 16 July, full program; winter.inthecity.com.au

International Gin Festival: Hosted by the Australian Gins Distillers Association, come dive into the world of gin through informative and fun masterclasses. University of Canberra, 30 June-1 July; ginevents.com.au

Zig Zag: A chromatic exhibition of abstract paintings from Al Munro, Hannah Beasley, Ham Darroch and Kate Vassallo. The Mixing Room Gallery, Thorโ€™s Hammer, 30 June- 12 August; thors.com.au

The New Boy: An advanced showing of the film as part of NAIDOC Week screenings. An orphaned Aboriginal boy is sent to a home for boys in this story of spiritual resilience. National Film and Sound Archive, 30 June 6pm; nfsa.gov.au

St John Passion: The Canberra Symphony Orchestra presents a powerful performance in this setting of the Passion of Christ from the Gospel of John. Llewellyn Hall, Friday 30 June 7:30pm; cso.org.au

Craft ACT: Hosts two new exhibitions – Speculation Nation: Making Utopia, a seven artist collab; and 2022 CO:LAB, the culmination of a year-long professional development program. Craft ACT, London Circuit, until 1 July; craftact.org.au

Belconnen Arts Centre: Shows four new exhibitions: Annika Romeynโ€™s Body of Work; Emma Rani Hodgesโ€™ The voice of fire shakes me awake, wild flowers bloom under trees that turn to ashes; The National Exhibitionโ€™s 100 Canberra; and open ceramic works, Hold. Until 2 July; belcoarts.com.au

Festival of Everyday Art: Encouraging locals to take the time to look at our city with workshops, treasure hunts and walkable treasure trails. Until 16 July; full program at events.canberra.com.au

Baayangalibiyaay: Lucy Simpson presents a story of materiality and memory encompassed in the art of glassmaking. Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, until 16 July; canberraglassworks.com

untitled (walam-wunga.galang): Jonathon Jones celebrates the practice of grinding seeds to make flour in this collaborative exhibition. National Gallery of Australia, until 23 July; nga.gov.au

Feared + Revered: Explore feminine spiritual power through the ages in this exhibition on loan from the British Museum, National Museum of Australia, until 27 August; nma.gov.au

Changing From From to From: Immersive multimedia creations marry culture, traditions and science, history, and political events in this exhibition from Haegue Yang. National Gallery of Australia, until 24 September; nga.gov.au

Dancing Queen Dining Experience: Enjoy a three-course meal while being serenaded with a theatre performance dedicated to the songs of ABBA. Templo Theatre, City West, until 30 November; explorehidden.com

Canberra/Kamberri, Place & People: Discover the story of Canberra as the place where nationhood found a home โ€“ the people, places and history that make up this city and region. Canberra Museum and Gallery, ongoing; cmag.com.au

Blueprint: Discover objects which helped shape Australia at the new permanent interactive exhibition at the Museum of Australian Democracy, Old Parliament House; moadoph.gov.au

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