Author: OutInCanberra

Last Wednesday evening I found myself appreciating the warm peaceful surrounds of Belconnen, on this very pleasant mid-week summer night. I made my way up to The Basement, a small alternative bar situated on top of the very steep Cohen Street in Belconnen.

I’ve heard many things about The Basement, most of which made me a little nervous as I entered the bar, but as I walked into the dimly lit room and surveyed my surroundings, I was pleasantly surprised.

Get ready for Australia Celebrates Live on 25th January. Pack your picnic rug, cover yourself in Aussie colours and come and enjoy 2013’s awesome evening of entertainment. Look out for the family area; a glass and alcohol-free zone.

The night will kick off with the Australian of the Year Awards and will be followed by the excitement of the Australia Celebrates Live concert.

Entry is free. For more information visit www.australiaday.org.au/events

Pang! presents Flume on Boxing Day at Trinity! This will be Flume’s second Boxing Day at Trinity.

Flume is a young Sydney beat maker who’s grabbed the attention of XLR8R, Electronic Beats, Triple j, FBi and many more.

Supports include Offtapia, Ladybones DJs, JK Rollin, Ben Colin, Naynay, Deepcuts, Eldred, Girl Shaped Love drug, Amine, Allali, Fro & Mo Djs and Alphabeck.

There will be DJs outside and inside. Entry is $30 before 6pm and doors open at 2pm.

Celebrate the new year in style at one of Canberra’s best venues! Why not enjoy a mouth-watering three-course meal or dance up a storm at one of Canberra’s hottest night clubs. The choices are endless…

Kick off your night at Wild Porcini with a delicious Italian feast. Located at the Nicholls shops, Wild Porcini is fast becoming a house-hold name in Canberra.