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What’s on around Canberra this weekend, 25-27 November

The weather forecasters are predicting mostly mild and fine weather across the Canberra region this weekend, 25-27 November, as the UV Index heads into ‘Extreme’ territory. Yikes! So whatever your plans, be sure to be sun-safe.

Here’s a rundown of just some of the events and happenings, indoors and out, on offer this late spring weekend in the ‘Berra and beyond …

AIATSIS Art Market: The largest indigenous art market in the region returns in an online format with all proceeds going back to artists, art centres, and communities, 25-27 November; aiatsis.gov.au

The Blacksmith: Canberra filmmaker Steve Cooke’s debut feature film screens at Dendy Cinemas Canberra, on Friday 25 November: function begins at 6pm, screening at 7pm; mature audiences only. Tickets available via Eventbrite.

Candlelight Concerts: The classical musical performance by candlelight hosts 4 shows at the National Gallery of Australia, 25-26 November; feverup.com

A Salute to Roy Orbison: Song from the late music legend come to life in this show at The Q – Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 25 November 8pm; theq.net.au

Questacon: The adults-only SciNight returns with entertainment, roving performers, unique cocktails, and oodles of science-themed activities, all focused on the theme of ‘nostalgia’, Friday 25 November 6-9pm; questacon.edu.au

Everybody: A life drawing class to spice up your Friday night with a drink on arrival, art materials and a tutor provided, Tuggeranong Arts Centre, 25 November 6pm; trybooking.com

Rob Beckett: The UK comedy sensation brings his Wallop! show to the Playhouse, Canberra, Friday 25 November 8pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Away Game: Capital Region Farmers Market relocates to GIO Stadium Bruce for one day only, Saturday 26 November 7-11.30am; capitalregionfarmersmarket.com.au

Jingo Was Born in The Slum: Matthew Thorne presents a powerful exhibition reflecting on Ned Kelly and his gang, Canberra Museum + Gallery, until 4 March; cmag.com.au

Australian Rugby Choir Presents World In Union its annual concert series with traditional and contemporary songs, Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre, 26 November 2pm; theq.net.au

Deadly Funny: Laughs are guaranteed at Tuggeranong Arts Centre when emerging Canberra comedians take to the stage in the national comedy competition Deadly Funny, Saturday 26 November 6.30-8pm; www.trybooking.com/CEFUE

I Catch Killers Live: A personnel insight into the criminal world with former homicide detective Gary Jubelin, Canberra Theatre, 26 November 7pm; canberratheatrecentre.com.au

Sparrow-Folk – A Very Nestie Xmas: Glam folk duo Sparrow-Folk return with a degustation of musical festive cheer, featuring original songs, well-known tunes with a twist, and a fresh batch of frivolity, Gang Gang Cafe, Downer, Saturday 26 November 7pm; Oztix

Le Dîner en Blanc: Dress in all white and join Australia’s most sophisticated celebration of food, friends, and wine, secret location, 26 November, register online; register.dinerenblanc.com

Lisa Richards: Launches her new album Waiting to Fly at The Street Theatre, 26 November 7.30pm; thestreet.org.au

MoAD Says Thank You: The Museum of Australian Democracy will open its newly restored front doors to mark the completion of fire remediation works with a day of celebration, freebies and a range of activities on Sunday 27 November 9am-5pm; moadoph.gov.au

Scandinavian Christmas Bazaar: The Scandinavian Australian Assocaition in Canberra presents their annual Christmas Bazaar on Sunday 27 November 11am-4pm at Albert Hall, Yarralumla; scandinavianaustralian.org.au/event/2022-christmas-bazaar/

Glassworks: Hosts two installations Hannah Gason’s Arranging Light and Consuelo Cavaniglia’s self-titled exhibition, Canberra Glassworks, Kingston, until 27 November; canberraglassworks.com

Village Markets: Beautiful blooms, farm-fresh honey and eggs and more from local stallholders at Haig Park, every Sunday 8.30am-2pm; haigparkvillagemarkets.com.au

Belconnen Arts Centre: Hosts four new exhibitions: Tree Whispers by Networks Australia; A City for All Seasons by Mick Ashley; Lovely People in Lovely Country by An Pan; and Brindabella Series by Oliver Owens, until 27 November; belcoarts.com.au

People, Place and Things: The newest exhibition from Jay Kottege and Maureen Laurentin, at Kyeema Gallery, Hall, until 27 November; capitalwines.website.vincreative.com

Brindabella Orchestra: The Christmas concert brings an afternoon of classical music to Weston Community Hub, 27 November 2pm; trybooking.com

Paris After Dark: A French international cabaret celebrating the essence of the country’s music. The Street Theatre, City West, 27 November 4pm; thestreet.org.au

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