May is [almost] here and we are one step closer to another Canberra winter.
This month, the Capital Region offers a plethora of activities to keep you entertained day, night and in all weather.
The Canberra International Music Festival and Australian Dance Week keep the region alive with song and dance at the start of the month, while fantastic local productions and visiting entertainment ensure there is always something to check out.
Canberra International Music Festival: Travel the world without leaving the capital at musical performances at various locations, until 7 May; cimf.org.au
Australian Dance Week: Ausdance ACT hosts the countryโs biggest program dedicated to the craft of dance with performances, events and workshops spread around the Territory. Until 7 May; ausdanceact.org.au
Seasons: Bungendore Fine Art Gallery’s May exhibition explores the many colour changes, bird life and flora that coincide with the different seasons of the year; bungendorefineart.com.au
German Film Festival: Take an inside look into German life and culture with this catalogue of their finest films. Palace Electric, 3-24 May; germanfilmfestival.com.au
Twaalf Uurtje: John Ma and Marie Searles perform a program of classical violin and piano. Wesley Music Centre, Wednesday 3 May 12.40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au
Make it Musical: No Lights No Lycra Belconnen celebrate 2023 International & Australian Dance Week with a community dance event. Jam-packed with all our favourite Broadway and TV musical hits including Rent, Hairspray, Grease, and more. Dance in the dark and sing along. Flynn Community Hall, Wednesday 3 May 7.30pm; trybooking.com
Mt Ainslie Music Club: The community ensemble meets for improvisation every first Thursday of the month 8-10pm, Ainslie Arts Centre; ainslieandgorman.com.au
Draculaโs: The cult gothic style sultry burlesque, music and comedy show brings some the best acts from its crypt in The Resurrection Tour.Canberra Theatre Centre, 4-6 May; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Sing Australia: Weekly sessions at: Belconnen, Thursday 9.30am; Duntroon, Monday 7.30pm; Greenway, Monday 1pm. Costs apply; singaustralia.com.au
Murder Mystery: This fun murder mystery game from Australia’s leading hosting company, Host a Murder. The scene is 1936 in the English mansion of Sir Roger Watersdown. The game is played with a cast of 8 at each table, where each person assumes the role of one of the guests invited on that fateful evening of his untimely death. Investigate who killed Sir Roger โ was it you?! Carrington Inn, Bungendore, 5-6 May; thecarringtoninn.com.au/entertainment
Apprentease: The production returns to shine a light on a fresh round of new and semi established burlesque talent. Harmonie German Club, Friday 5 May 7pm; theapprentease.com
Ainslie Salon: Megan Alice Clune returns to launch her recent release Furtive Glances, a work of ambient piano and electronic processing. Ainslie Arts Centre, 5 May 7pm; ainslieandgorman.com.au
Reasons to be pretty: A comedy about four friends and lovers who are bored with life and each other, a narrative on our obsession with physical appearance. Mill Theatre at Dairy Road, Fyshwick, until 6 May; milltheatreatdairyroad.com
Robertson Potato Festival: Celebrate everyoneโs favourite vegetable/carb with great competitions, live music and tasty snacks in the NSW Southern Highlands, Robertson Showground, 6-7 May.
Open Gardens Canberra: Yellow Box at Spring Range, north of Hall will be welcoming visitors over 2 days as part of the Autumn program, 6-7 May; opengardenscanberra.org.au
Exposed: A multimedia exhibition from the artists involved in the Marsden Art Group, exploring themes related to exposure, vulnerability and revelation. Rusten House, Queanbeyan, 6-27 May; qprc.nsw.gov.au
SteamPunk@Altitude: The Victorian Steam Era, the Wild West, and the fantastical style of Punk come together in the Monaro village of Nimmitabel with a time that never was. The festival is free to enter with on-street activities, penny farthings, market stalls, tea duelling, live theatre, music and more. SteamPunk costume is a favourite, but attendance in everyday wear is welcome in the Come What May event. Nimmitabel NSW, 6-7 May; steampunk.in
Kathleen Rhee: Presents a solo exhibition with works to inspire a deep connection with other, our environment and ourselves in Art Everyday. Suki & Hugh Gallery, Bungendore, 6 May- 11 June; sukihugh.com.au
St Anthonyโs Fete: Returning for the first time since 2018 the fun day features amusement rides, live entertainment, face painting, photobooth, stalls selling goods (great for Motherโs Day) and a selection of food and drink options. St Anthonyโs Primary School, Wanniassa, Saturday 6 May 10am- 3pm.
Pawtraits: A special event to celebrate the launch of Australiaโs Dogs, come bring your furry bestie strike a pose and take home a print of your pooch, while waiting grab a copy of the new book. National Library of Australia, Saturday 6 May 12pm; nla.gov.au
Market Day: Local and interstate stall holders showcase their goods with live entertainment, music and more. National Museum of Australia, Sunday 7 May 9am- 2pm; nma.gov.au
The Tap Pack: Australiaโs hottest tap dance sensation returns home after sold-out international stints with their high-energy comedy show. Canberra Theatre Centre, Saturday 6 May 1.30pm & 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Wuthering Heights: Local and visiting performers and creatives host an evening inspired by Kate Bush with dance, poetry, music, drag, performance art, trivia and disco. Smithโs Alternative, 6 May 9pm; smithsalternative.com
Figure IT: Tilly Davey explores expressions of human vulnerability, and the way people approach daily struggles. Canberra Contemporary Art Space, Manuka, until 7 May; ccas.com.au
An Afternoon at The Proms: Experience an extravaganza of performance in this musical spectacular saluting the concerts of Londonโs Royal Albert Hall and the greatest love songs ever written. Canberra Theatre Centre, Sunday 7 May 2pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
The Necks: The musical trio celebrate the release of their twenty-first album, Travel, at The Street Theatre, City West, 7 May 4pm; thestreet.org.au
Ann Moyal Lecture: Professor Genevieve Bell shares her knowledge in the field of science, environment ecology, history, anthropology, art and technological change in the 2023 event. National Library of Australia, Monday 8 May 6pm; nla.gov.au
The Anything You Want Machine: Canberra artist Kirsten Farrell challenges the notion that textile is feminine and painting is masculine in her plastic textile works. ANCA, Dickson, 10-28 May; anca.net.au
Steel Magnolias: Women of the South support each other through thick and thin in this beloved story from Robert Harling. ACT Hub, 10-20 May; acthub.com.au
Bach Triptych: Austral Harmony performs a delightful program from Johann Sebastian Bach. Wesley Music Centre, Wednesday 10 May 12.40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au
Behind-the-Scenes History Tour: Go behind the scenes of Canberraโs oldest public building and see its evolution. Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, every Wednesday and Friday 10.30am-2pm; canberraglassworks.com
Puffs: See what the non-heroes were doing during the magical war and that certain wizarding school. The Q, Performing Arts Centre, 11-20 May; theq.net.au
Mousetrap: The genre-defining murder mystery from Agatha Christie comes to life on stage at the Canberra Theatre Centre, 11-21 May; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Student| Teacher: An exhibition celebrating the works of the many children and adulting undertaking classes at Canberra Potters. Canberra Potters Gallery, 11 May โ 4 June; canberrapotters.com.au
Sue Lovegrove: Dive into the beautifully detailed water landscape paintings in Slow Water. Beaver Galleries, Deakin, 11-27 May; beavergalleries.com.au
Aussie Posters: Challenge your perception of who is Australian in this thought-provoking exhibition by street artist Peter Drew. National Museum of Australia, 11 May- 27 August; nma.gov.au
National Opera: The Canberra Sinfonia ensemble presents a short but wonderful pocket opera and supper in The Elixir of Love. Albert Hall, 11 & 13 May; nationalopera.org.au
Improv Time Machine: Back to the Future meets Prison Break in this adventure where the hero tries to gain their freedom using the power of time travel. Smiths Alternative, Thursday 11 May 7pm; lightbulbimprov.com
Among the Birds and the Trees: Like a stroll through a garden, this concert will take listeners on a journey of mellow sounds. Llewellyn Hall, ANU, Thursday 11 May 7pm; musicaviva.com.au
After the Past: A group exhibition from alumni of ANU School of Art & Design who have gone on to have successful careers both at home and abroad. ANU School of Art & Design Gallery, until 12 May; soad.cass.anu.edu.au
Warped and Twisted: An exhibition and sale of the works from the Fay Skyring Canberra Textile Works Gallery. Chifley Health and Well-Being Hub, 12-20 May; canberraspinnersandweavers.org.au
Buddhist Vesak Alms Round: Male and Female Monastics from across Australia will be in a special Vesak โalms roundโ near Canberra Times Fountain, City Walk by the Canberra Centre. Come say Gโday and put some rice in each Monasticโs bowl to symbolise love, humility and gratitude. Canberra Times Fountain, City Walk, Friday 12 May 10.15am; australiansangha.org
The Iron Maidens: The all-female Iron Maiden tribute act return with a long awaited tour, stopping in at The Basement, Belconnen, Friday 12 May 7pm; thebasementcanberra.com.au
Reuben Solo: The stand-up comedian brings his Palindrome show to The Street Theatre, Friday 12 May 7:30pm; thestreet.org.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.
Night Markets: The community-run event runs every Friday 4-8pm at Anketell Street, Tuggeranong.
Wendy Matthews: The multiplatinum artist transcends gernes with her expressive voice, performing at Tallagandra Hill Winery, Gundaroo NSW, 13-14 May; tallagandrahill.com.au
flights of fancy: Canberra artist Lelde Vitols hosts her studio exhibition and sale weekend just in time for Motherโs Day. Warren Place, Chifley, 13-14 May; facebook.com/Leldesart
Crimes of the Heart: Exploring past choices and how they affect our relationships and futures, three sisters reunite under the Mississippi sun. Canberra Repertory Theatre, until 13 May; canberrarep.org.au
Craft ACT: Presents three new exhibitions: Homage, Boundaries, and Two Tones, showcasing the inaugural Indigenous artist in residence program, the national artist in residence program, and a collaboration of two glass artists. Craft ACT, until 13 May; craftact.org.au
Tapestry of Cultures: Travel around the world without leaving Canberra in this family festival, explore the dance, live performances, music and food from around the world with market stalls and activities available throughout the day. National Museum of Australia, Saturday 13 May 10am- 4pm; nma.gov.au
Ruth OโBrien: The Canberra singer-songwriter launches her second EP, Songs for Abby at The Street Theatre, City West, Saturday 13 May 7.30pm; thestreet.org.au
The Turner Brown Band: Returning to Canberra for one show only, The Turner Brown Band โ a joint Australia/USA musical collaboration between Australian slide guitarist and music producer Dom Turner (Backsliders) and Ohio-based lap-slide guitar and vocal sensation Nikki D Brown โ offers an eclectic uplifting duelling-guitar gospel-blues musical feast. This four-piece powerhouse band will blow your mind! Grab tickets before they sell out. Tuggeranong Arts Centre, Saturday 13 May 7.30pm; tuggeranongarts.com
Copperline: The alt-country rock band bring their limited dates show to the Tourist Hotel, Queanbeyan, 13 May 8pm;touristqueanbeyan.com.au
Somewhere here: A print exhibition by artist collective, nowhereprint, shows works inspired by lutruwita/Tasmaniaโs unique ecosystem and cultural history. Megalo Print Studio, until 13 May; megalo.org
The Little Burley Market: Bringing gourmet food and artisan handicrafts lakeside each Saturday 9am-1.30pm. Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes ACT; thelittleburleymarket.com.au
Capital Region Farmers Market: Fresh seasonal produce and gourmet goods at EPIC, Saturdays 7-11.30am; capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au
Belconnen Arts Centre: Hosts three new exhibitions: Broads at Belco, a collection of works by women; A little bird told me by Nichola Leeming; and Staying with the trouble by a collective of artists. Belconnen Arts Centre, until 14 May; belcoarts.com.au
Under the Australian Sky: Melbourne artist Ji Chen presents a collection of paintings of the great Australian horizons, landscapes and blooms. Nancy Sever Gallery, until 14 May; nancysevergallery.com.au
Ruth OโBrien: The Canberra singer-song writer launches her second EP Songs for Abby at The Street Theatre, Saturday 13 May 7:30pm; thestreet.org.au
Hoskinstown Chestnut Roast: Spend the day cooking and learning about chestnuts with market stalls in this free event at this quaint village 25km east of Queanbeyan. Hoskinstown War Memorial Hall, Sunday 14 May 10am-2pm.
High Tea and Tour: The National Dinosaur Museum invites locals to celebrate mums at their special Motherโs Day event including a savoury and sweet buffet, an ode to Mum gallery tour, and special treat for Mum. National Dinosaur Museum, Sunday 14 May 2.30pm;nationaldinosaurmuseum.com.au
On Becoming: First solo exhibition of Wiradjuri woman Jessika Spencer in which the artists weaves together traditional and contemporary practices. COX Gallery, Kingston, 15 May- 15 June; coxarchitecture.com.au
A Morning with Claudia: Australian fashion designer, author and TV personality Claudia Chan Shaw hosts two fashion-themed talks and a delicious morning tea. C3 Church Auditorium, Queanbeyan, Wednesday 17 May 10am; trybooking.com
Canberra Contrabass Quartet: In a world premiere concert the brand-new musical group share their sound. Wesley music Centre, Wednesday 17 May 12:40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au
Communicate: A triple bill from QL2 Dance on the importance of communication and the role our body plays in it. Canberra Theatre Centre, 18-20 May; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Baayangalibiyaay: Lucy Simpson presents a story of materiality and memory encompassed in the art of glassmaking. Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, 18 May-16 July; canberraglassworks.com
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, 18 May- 1 July; craftact.org.au
Belconnen Arts Centre: Shows four new exhibitions Annika Romeynโs Body of Work, Emma Rani Hodgesโ The voice of fire shakes me awake, wild flowers bloom under trees that turn to ashes. The National Exhibitionโs 100 Canberra and open ceramic works Hold. 19 May- 2 July; belcoarts.com.au
Flamenco Dinner Show: SENES Flamenco presents heartfelt performances of song and dance, accompanied by a two-course meal. Tallagandra Hill Winery, Friday 19 May 6:30pm; tallagandrahill.com.au
Paper Lace: The original super group stops in for one night only to perform their greatest hits. Harmonie German Club, 19 May 7pm; harmonieclub.com.au
Bricks @ Woden: More than 40 local and visiting exhibitors show their creative and fun Lego displays with interactive activities, BBQ and markets stalls with funds going to support The Woden School. The Woden School, Deakin, 20-21 May; trybooking.com
Canberra Wool Expo: Meet local and interstate wool producers, crafters and artists working with this timeless textile. Old Bus Depot Markets, 20-21 May; obdm.com.au
Winter Gemcraft and Mineral Show: The Canberra Lapidary Club presents minerals, fossils, opals, rough and cut gemstones and jewellery. Exhibition Park, 20-21 May; canberralapidary.org.au
Come and Try Day: Transport Canberra is inviting anyone who may be looking for a position as a part-time bus driver to their event. Sutton Road Training Centre, Saturday 20 May 8:30am, registration is essential for those wanting to drive a bus; eventbrite.com.au
Batlow CiderFest: A colourful party celebrating the end of apple harvest and the best boutique ciders from around the country, including locally produced specialties. Enjoy some hard-earned downtime with live entertainment, market stalls, locally grown produce, homemade treats, food from around the globe and of course, the sound of fresh cider being poured in the clear mountain air.Pioneer Street, Batlow, Saturday 20 May 10am-4pm; batlowciderfest.com.au
BeFair: The Belgium Embassy throws open its gates and invites locals to celebrate the wonderful world of bees and support beekeepers in Ukraine with markets, live entertainment and food and drinks. Belgium Embassy, Saturday 20 May 11am- 3pm; sites.google.com/view/befairbelgianembassy
Ana de la Vega: The internationally renowned flautist is joined by the Melbourne Chamber Orchestra in this not to be missed performance. Snow Concert Hall, Canberra Grammar School, Red Hill, Saturday 20 May 7pm; snowconcerthall.com
Masterworks for Winds: The Band of the Royal Military College presents its biannual concert featuring works from Gustav Holst, James Grant and more. Llewellyn Hall, ANU, Saturday 20 May 7pm; eventbrite.com.au
Blamey Street Big Band: Returns with special vocalist Leisa Keen and a classic program in Ella Fitzgerald Meets Count Basie, Harmonie German Club, 20 May 7:30pm; harmonieclub.com.au
Echoes of Pink Floyd: Recreating the iconic mood and sounds of the beloved English band, the tribute band brings Signs of Life to The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, Saturday 20 May; theq.net.au
Kippax Marketplace: Indoor market at Kippax Uniting Church Community Centre on the 3rd Saturday of the month 8am-12pm; free entry.
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
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.
Flynnโs Walk: Grab your pooch and support the mental health of our veterinarians in this 5km walk with free coffee and BBQ. Commonwealth Place, Sunday 21 May 9:30am; flynnswalk.com.au
Canberra Symphony Orchestra: Perform their Darkness and Light program featuring works of Clara Schumann and Antonรญn Dvoลรกk. Albert Hall, Yarralumla, Sunday 21 May 2pm; cso.org.au
Women Who Move the Heart: Recital for Art Song Canberra by soprano Sonia Anfiloff and pianist Alan Hicks. Wesley Music Centre, Sunday 21 May 3pm; trybooking.com
Regurgitator: Celebrate 25 years of their iconic album Unit with this national tour, playing the tracks in full with a number of other hits and special guests. ANU Kambri, 21 May 5pm; destroyalllines.com
Grand Kyiv Ballet: Presents a double bill featuring Forest Song, a Ukrainian masterpiece that comes to Australia for the first time then the beloved Spanish Don Quixote. Canberra Theatre Centre, 21-23 May; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Homeschool Open Day: Looking for a totally customised learning experience for your child? Have you considered homeschooling? It is easier than you think and there is a large and vibrant homeschooling community in Canberra. Come and meet homeschooling families and providers at the first-ever Homeschool Open Day. OโConnor Uniting Church, Monday 22 May 4pm-7pm; homeschoolopendaycanberra.weebly.com
Lunchulele: Every Monday 12.30-1.30pm, ukulele players perform at Smithโs Alternative, City West; smithsalternative.com
Australian Chamber Orchestra: Play the sounds and scores of favourite films in A Clockwork Orange and Beyond. Llewellyn Hall, ANU, Tuesday 23 May 8pm; aco.com.au
Recorders in Time: Canberraโs premiere recorder performer Robyn Mellor takes you on a journey from 1653 to now. Wesley Music Centre, Wednesday 24 May 12:40pm; wesleycanberra.org.au
Book Launch: Indigenous leader Thomas Mayo and journalist Kerry OโBrien discuss and launch their book The Voice to Parliament Handbook at the National Library of Australia, 24 May 6pm; nla.gov.au
CSO Down South: Join Violinist Kirsten William, cellist Patrick Suthers and pianist Edward Neeman in a beautiful program at Tuggeranong Arts Centre, Thursday 25 May 6pm; tuggeranongarts.com
Swing That Music:Ed Wilson (Daly-Wilson Big Band) and Emma Pask (The Voice) are coming to Canberra with their amazing jazz/swing/big band skills for a strictly one-off celebration. This energy-filled event brings two hours of swing classics, all with the full might of the incredible Australian Wind Symphony on stage.Hellenic Club Woden, Thursday 25 May 8pm; australianwindsymphony.com.au
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, 26 May- 3 June; anberraticketing.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, 26 May โ 4 June; cas.com.au
Lauren Kalman: The Detroit-based visual artist brings her contemporary exhibition Embodied Subject: Performance, Craft, and the Body to the ANU School of Art and Design Gallery, 26 May- 8 June; soad.cass.anu.edu.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, 26 May- 18 June; tygergallery.com.au
Lakeside at 5: This monthโs performance comes from funky jazz fusion band Bella Grove at The Lodge, Tuggeranong Arts Centre, Friday 26 May 5pm; tuggeranongarts.com
High School Musical Party: The Best of Both Worlds returns with another night of Disney music fun for adults. The Basement Canberra, Friday 26 May 7pm; thebasementcanberra.com.au
Lior & Domini: With folk sounds likened to stars of the โ60s, the duo launch their debut album Animal in Hiding at The Street Theatre, City West, Friday 26 May 7.30pm; thestreet.org.au
Sammy J: A farewell tour to the comedians ABC TV characters in the Good Hustle. Canberra Theatre Centre, 26 May 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Holy Holy: Celebrating their new single Messed Up the band brings their national tour to Kambri Precinct, ANU, 26 May 8pm; moshtix.com.au
Nurturing Nature: An exhibition of small-scale woodcut prints by Canberra artist Heather Groves from observing her surrounding at home and in nature. Rusten House Art Centre, Queanbeyan, until 27 May; qprc.nsw.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, 27 May-24 September; nga.gov.au
National Portrait Gallery: Marks Reconciliation Week with a highlights tour in Be a Voice for Generations. 27 May- 3 June; portrait.gov.au
Canberra Sinfonia: Opens their 2023 Season with Pergolesiโs Stabat Mater at Wesley Uniting Church, Forrest, Saturday 27 May 1:30pm; humanitix.com
Paul Taylor: Presents a one and done show, BisouBye x in association with Alliance Francaise. The Street Theatre, Saturday 27 May 7:30pm; thestreet.org.au
Sparrow, Autumn Leaves and Little Organs: ANU Choral Society presents a programme of classic and contemporary works. Wesley Music Centre, 27 May 7:30pm; eventbrite.com.au
Five Elements: An exhibition by Carmen Ky whose paintings bring together western traditional art training, eastern philosophy and a deep connection to the Australian landscape. Humble House Gallery, until 28 May; humblehouse.com.au
Light, Colour, Humanity – The Legacy of Alastair Swayn: CMAG presents the Alastair Swayn Foundation 2023 Showcase exploring how the three concepts were reflected in the architect’s works. Canberra Museum and Gallery; until 28 May; cmag.com.au
Warmer-Warmer: Dumpling World: A collaborative exhibition explores the intimacies in shared experiences through different mediums. Gorman Arts Centre, Braddon, until 28 May; tributaryprojects.xyz
Million Paws Walk: Help raise much-needed funds for RSPCA ACT while taking a stroll with your four legged best friend. Patrick White Lawns, Sunday 28 May 9am- 2pm; millionpawswalk.com.au/act
Pictures at an exHERbition: A creative redress and balancing of the history books from the Luminescence Chamber Singers, childrenโs choir and pianist Sally Whitwell. National Gallery of Australia, Sunday 28 May 2pm; luminescence.org.au
Austrian Choir Canberra: Presents You Raise Me Up, a concert to life your spirit with special guests the Forrest National Chamber Orchestra. Harmonie German Club, Narrabundah, 28 May 2pm; harmonieclub.com.au/
The Alphabet of Awesome Science: A hilariously fascinating and slightly gross exploration into the wonders of science that promises to be fun for the whole family. The Q, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 26-27 May; theq.net.au
Chris Masuak: The former Radio Birdman guitarist returns to Australia with Dog Soldier for a select number of shows. Smithโs Alternative, Sunday 28 May 7pm; smithsalternative.com
Reconcilation Day: Canberrans are invited to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and how to move towards reconciliation in Australia. The day is full of culturally guided activities, demonstrations and workshops with food and drinks available. National Arboretum Canberra, Monday 29 May 10am; events.canberra.com.au
Reconciliation Concert 2023: Legendary band Yothu Yindi headlines the event and are joined by Canberra First Nations artists Alinta Barlow and Stewart Barton. Canberra Theatre Centre, Sunday 28 May 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.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. 30 May- 3 June, full program; fanforcetv.com
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, 31 May- 6 June; hainslieandgorman.com.au
Brushes with the Bush: A collection of works in charcoal and oil paints spanning the 28 years of Canberra artist Jenny Gibsonโs practice. Australian National Capital Artists Gallery, Dickson, 31 May- 18 June; anca.net.au
Book Launch: Professor Libby Robin launches her new book What Birdo is That? A Field Guide to Bird People at the National Library of Australia, Wednesday 31 May 12:30pm; nla.gov.au
Variations: Pianist Stuart Long performs works from Bach, Rachmaninov and Chaminade. Wesley Music Centre, Forrest, Wednesday 31 May 12:40pm- Cancelled; wesleycanberra.org.au
The Mirror-Angles of resistance: Explores Peter Maloneyโs practice with the perspective of his queer sexuality. Canberra Contemporary Art Space Lakeside, until 3 June; ccas.com.au
Enigma: The solo exhibition fromMadhumita Satpathi featuring striking life like images. Kyeema Gallery, Capital Wines until 4 June; capitalwines.com.au
Photo Access: Launches three new exhibitions exploring the ecological challenges our world is facing: Chris Roundโs The Grand Scheme, Noah Thompsonโs Huon, and Toni Hassanโs Between Presumption and Melancholy. Photo Access, Manuka, until 10 June; photoaccess.org.au
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
Portrait23 Identity: Portraiture leaves the canvas and becomes 3D in this experimental exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery, Parkes ACT, until 18 June; portrait.gov.au
Settled/ Unsettled: The universal language of art explores the personal and shared issues faced by Australiaโs refugees, migrants and asylum seekers. Canberra Museum and Gallery, Civic, until 25 June; cmag.com.au
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 and 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
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
Blueprint: Discover objects which helped shape Australia at this permanent interactive exhibition at the Museum of Australian Democracy, Old Parliament House; moadoph.gov.au
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 – in this continuing exhibition at Canberra Museum and Gallery, Civic; cmag.com.au
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