Locals and visitors are in for a treat with so many great events happening around the Canberra region this weekend, 16-18 August. 

National Science Week comes to an end but there are still exciting scientific celebrations to catch before it’s all over.  

Comedy, music, classics and more will be showcased across Canberra, whichever one you choose, you can’t go wrong. 

EVENTS

National Science Week: Delve into the exciting world of science with one of the great events happening around the city from a tour exploring what’s underneath to walks in nature, various locations, until 18 August, full program; scienceweek.net.au

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

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.

LIVE PERFORMANCES

Some Like It Marilyn: A cabaret show celebrating one of the biggest icons off the 20^th Century with songs and scenes from Monroe’s classic movies. Mill Theatre at Dairy Road, 14-24 August; milltheatreatdairyroad.com

Menopause The Musical: The hit show is a celebration for women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived “The Change”. The Q- Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 14-17 August; theq.net.au

Jim Jefferies: The funnyman returns to Canberra with the Give ‘Em What They Want Tour. National Convention Centre, 15-16 August; ticketek.com.au

Beaver Galleries: Showcases two exhibitions- The Memory of Place by Peter Boggs and Tidal Threads by Benjamin Edols and Kathy Elliott. 15-31 August; beavergalleries.com.au

Women’s Revue: ANU Women’s Revue presents It’s a Femininomenon! A spectacular night of comedy. Canberra Theatre Centre, 15-18 August; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Smiths@Belco: This edition of the live music event sees Australiana band The Bushwackers launch their new album The Great Australian Lap. Belconnen Arts Centre, Saturday 17 August 7pm; belcoarts.com.au

Australian Chamber Orchestra: Collaborates with the Sydney Dance Company in Silence and Rapture. Composing three centuries apart, Johann Sebastian Bach and Arvo Pärt’s timeless music speaks to the human soul. Llewellyn Hall, 17 August 8pm; llewellynhall.com.au

Em Rusciano: Returns after five years with her new show Outgrown, a hilarious and multisensory look into the beauty that can emerge when everything is burned to the ground. Canberra Theatre Centre, Saturday 17 August 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

EXHIBITIONS

Moving in Circles:  A showcase of past and recent printworks highlighting the ongoing topics of concern such as nuclear disarmament and human rights. Megalo Print Studio, until  24 August; megalo.org

ANCA Gallery: Stephanie Scroope and Jay Kochel present Lineaments, an exhibition meeting somewhere between abstract geometry and portraiture. ANCA Gallery Dickson, until 25 August; anca.net.au

Belconnen Arts Centre: Showcases five exhibitions- Bloodlines by Jessika Spencer; Reclamation: Stories of Thrivival by Wallabindi; Murrook by Krystal Hurst; Respecting Country by William Walker; and Yurwang Bullarn by Strong Women’s Group. Until 25 August; belcoarts.com.au

Change: Stories from your pocket: The Royal Australian Mint curates an exhibition exploring the stories our coins tell about our history. Canberra Museum and Gallery, until 31 August; cmag.com.au

Discovering Ancient Egypt: On loan from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities is a deep dive into the culture of the ancient society with more than 220 objects, spanning more than 3,000 years. National Museum of Australia, until  8 September; nma.gov.au

Ella Barclay: Presents works developed whilst on residency at ZK/U The Centre for Art and Urbanistics I Berlin. CCAS, Lakeside, until 14 September: ccas.com.au

Little Darlings Youth Portrait Prize 2024: The 12 finalists for the Little Darlings competition that saw students from kindergarten to year 12 respond to the theme My Story through different mediums. National Portrait Gallery, until 15 September; portrait.gov.au

Gauguin’s World: Tōna Iho, Tōna Ao: Experience the enduring art of the French Post-Impressionist Paul Gaugin through some his most recognised works. National Gallery of Australia, until 7 October; nga.gov.au

Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize: Artists from around the country present natural-themed works in this renowned competition. National Archives of Australia, until 27 October; naa.gov.au

Napier Waller Art Prize 2024: Featuring 17 highly commended entries by Australian Defence Force veterans, this powerful exhibition is open to the public at Australian Parliament House until 13 October. More info: awm.gov.au/napier-waller-art-prize-hub

Materiality…but not as we know it:  Ten artists and designers with Canberra connections explore the ideas around truth to materials and functionality and design. Canberra Museum and Gallery, until 20 October; cmag.com.au

William Yang’s Mardi Gras: An exhibition celebrating the works of the photographer, artist and filmmaker with his works from the 1981- 2003 Mardi Gras events. National Library of Australia, until 3 November 2024; nla.gov.au

Hope and Fear: Australian Migration Stories: Celebrate the journey of those who come to call Australia home through an incredible collection of imagery, documentation, memorabilia and personal stories. National Library of Australia, until 2 February; nla.gov.au