Sure… you could spend your long weekend consuming tonnes of chocolate but why not grab a bunch of your family and friends and head out to some awesome activities?
To get you out of the house and away from all of those chocolate eggs, we’ve compiled a list of the best events happening in and around Canberra over the long weekend.
All Weekend, March 25-28
National Folk Festival at Exhibition Park
The National Folk Festival is one of the longest running music events in Australia, and this year it’s back at Canberra’s Exhibition Park for what promises to one of the best years yet. Running all weekend there are plenty of opportunities to witness some of the best music, arts and entertainers in the country.
An Easter steam train shuttle will be running between Canberra and Queanbeyan all weekend. This is a great opportunity to get up close and personal with the Beyer-Garratt 6029 – the Southern Hemisphere’s largest operating steam locomotive.
Giant Easter Raffle at Canberra Labor Club
Take the family to the Labor Club this long weekend for their Giant Easter Raffle. With prizes including seafood vouchers, meat trays and Easter eggs this is one not to be missed.
Friday, March 25
Celebrate Good Friday this year at Flint in the Vines. Enjoy a set 5-Course Easter Set Menu lunch for $85 per person. Bookings essential from 12pm
Pop in to Lucky’s to celebrate Good Friday! With Happy Hour from 7:00pm to 9:00pm, enjoy $5.00 premium spirits, wine and select beers and $10.00 select cocktails.
Seafood Buffet Night at Courtyard Restaurant
The last Friday of every month is Seafood Buffet Night at Courtyard Restaurant, at the heart of Mercure Canberra! Indulge in the delicious seafood buffet at $65.00 per person including a complimentary glass of house wine on arrival.
Saturday, March 26
Join the Yarralumla Play Station for an Easter egg hunt! All ages will be catered for with every child receiving a Cadbury chocolate goodie bag and a train ride. Bookings are essential!
Immerse yourself in all the joys of Easter with fun, games, face painting and jumping castle on the lawn.
Annual Easter Fun Day at St Peter’s Weston Creek
Bring the family down to St Peter’s for Easter crafts, activities and an opportunity to hear the true Easter story. Kids will love the Easter egg hunt and parents can enjoy the day with a complimentary sausage sizzle.
Easter Weekend Bash at Sub Urban
Get down to Sub Urban this Easter Saturday for some great drinks, laughs and acoustic entertainment.
Canberra Raiders Vs Gold Coast Titans at GIO Stadium
Nothing says Easter like a good game of NRL! This Saturday the Raiders will look to continue their undefeated start to the season when they come up against the Gold Coast Titans at GIO Stadium.
Sunday, March 27
Bring the kids to the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Flint in the Vines, commencing at 11am. The event is to be held in support of the Starlight Children’s Hospital with all proceeds from the Easter Egg Hunt going to the charity.
The Great Easter Egg Trail at The Museum of Australian Democracy
The Great Easter Egg Trail is on again at Old Parliament House this Easter Sunday! Follow the trail, collect all the clues and crack the code to be rewarded with delicious Easter eggs!
Take a break from your Easter treats and browse your way through the aisles of collectables and small antiques at The Old Bus Depot Markets!
This Easter Sunday, come down to Dendy for an Easter egg hunt, family-friendly activities and a screening of the totally awesome new movie Kung Fu Panda 3!
