National Arboretum Canberra

National Arboretum Canberra Discover the ๐ŸŒณ A living collection for conservation, science, and the beauty of rare, endangered & significant trees.
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Tag The National Arboretum Canberra is located just six kilometres from the centre of Canberra. It is home to 250 hectares of forests with panoramic views over the Capitalโ€™s Parliamentary Triangle, Lake Burley Griffin and the central valley of the ACT. The Arboretum was part of Walter Burley and Marion Mahoney Griffinโ€™s vision for a garden city. It is Canberraโ€™s brillian

t new living museum and attraction, entertainment facility and events venue offering a unique visitor experience and five star facilities for gala dinners, weddings and corporate events.


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Only 2 weeks until Kite Fest! ๐Ÿช๐ŸชThe countdown is officially on. Start your school holidays with a spectacular weekend of...
12/09/2026

Only 2 weeks until Kite Fest! ๐Ÿช๐Ÿช

The countdown is officially on. Start your school holidays with a spectacular weekend of kites, community, creativity and whole lot of fun for the family! ๐ŸŒž

๐Ÿ‘‰ Plan your visit here: https://bit.ly/KiteFest2026

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This Sunday, 13 September, the Classic Cruise for Camp Quality rolls through the Arboretum! ๐Ÿš˜โœจWe're proud to support thi...
12/09/2026

This Sunday, 13 September, the Classic Cruise for Camp Quality rolls through the Arboretum! ๐Ÿš˜โœจ

We're proud to support this fantastic fundraising event, with the cruise marshalling in our overflow car park before setting off for the day.

If you're visiting on Sunday, please allow a little extra travel time, as higher-than-usual traffic is expected between 8am - 11am.

Learn more about the Classic Cruise here: ๐Ÿ‘‰ www.classiccruise.com.au

๐Ÿ“ธ Classic Cruise

Have you found Floyd's family?There are 39 pink garden gnomes hidden around Canberra's iconic venues, and one of them is...
11/09/2026

Have you found Floyd's family?

There are 39 pink garden gnomes hidden around Canberra's iconic venues, and one of them is right at 'gnome' at the Arboretum...

No clue is too 'small'... ๐Ÿ˜‰

๐ŸŒž Heading out to enjoy the sunshine? You may encounter a snake doing the same...๐Ÿ To ensure we can all enjoy the warmer ...
10/09/2026

๐ŸŒž Heading out to enjoy the sunshine? You may encounter a snake doing the same...

๐Ÿ To ensure we can all enjoy the warmer weather safely (including the snakes), remember these tips:

- Wear enclosed shoes, keep to the tracks and trails and watch your step.
- If you do come across a snake, calmly back away and give it plenty of space.
- Alert anyone nearby so they know to look out for it.
- Let a member of staff know of the snakeโ€™s location.
- Take extra caution with children and pets.

๐ŸŒณSnakes are an important part of our environment, please give them their space and they should give you yours.

๐ŸƒConnect your organisation with a Canberra landmark.Expressions of Interest are open for the Naming Rights of the Nation...
10/09/2026

๐ŸƒConnect your organisation with a Canberra landmark.

Expressions of Interest are open for the Naming Rights of the National Arboretum Canberra's award-winning Visitor Centre.

Align your brand with a destination that welcomes more than one million visitors each year while supporting conservation, education and sustainability.

Learn more and submit your Expression of Interest: https://bit.ly/VCNamingRights

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Submissions close: 21 September 2026.

Have you heard the buzz?The Friends of the Arboretum calendar has launched for 2027.Showcasing images of the Arboretum's...
09/09/2026

Have you heard the buzz?

The Friends of the Arboretum calendar has launched for 2027.

Showcasing images of the Arboretum's forests, vibrant blooms, colourful birds, and stunning seasonal foliage, the Friends calendar is a celebration of the Arboretum throughout the year.

Whether you're looking for the perfect gift or a way to enjoy the Arboretum all year round, this calendar is sure to bee a favourite.

๐Ÿ“ธ Chequered cuckoo bee

Proceeds from calendar sales help fund enhancement, education, and research initiatives at the Arboretum.

Available for purchase from The Curatoreum or online at the Friends website: https://friendsarboretumcanberra.org.au/shop

09/09/2026

Double the days! Double the colour! Double the fun! ๐Ÿช๐Ÿช

Kite Fest at the Arboretum returns bigger, better, brighter than ever!

Get creative at hands-on kite-making workshops, fill the skies with colourful kites, tuck-in to tasty food treats and enjoy the beautiful grounds of the Arboretum with music, entertainers and plenty of family-friendly fun.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Saturday 26 + Sunday 27 September
๐ŸŒˆ Expect a day bursting with colour, creativity and community
๐ŸŽจ Kite-making workshops - https://collections.humanitix.com/kite-fest26
๐ŸŽถ Cool tunes & entertainment
๐ŸŒฎ Delicious food
โœ… Free entry
๐Ÿ‘ช Family-friendly
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿฆฝ Accessible
๐Ÿคธโ€โ™‚๏ธ Unforgettable fun

๐Ÿ‘‰ Plan your visit: https://bit.ly/KiteFest2026

Video Description:
A compilation of drone footage and on the ground filming captures the joyful energy of Kite Fest. Families and friends fly colourful kites, enjoy picnics, explore food stalls and a pop-up kite shop, face painting and kite-making workshops. Giant character kites soar above adding whimsy to the skies. The video closes with an aerial panorama of thousands gathered in the Amphitheatre of the National Arboretum, celebrating under a canopy of kites.

Costa Georgiadis Official The Ginger Group The Curatoreum Visit Canberra

๐Ÿชถ Birds of a feather, flock with Heather.๐Ÿฆ Grab some binoculars and head into the forests on a guided adventure with Hea...
09/09/2026

๐Ÿชถ Birds of a feather, flock with Heather.

๐Ÿฆ Grab some binoculars and head into the forests on a guided adventure with Heather, our superstar educator and birdwatcher extraordinaire.

๐Ÿชบ See the details you've never noticed before! Discover hidden habitats, spot beautiful native birds and learn how to recognise the clues they leave behind. Each walk with Heather is packed with discoveries, adventure and exciting moments in nature.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 28 & 29 Sept
๐Ÿ•‘ 10am or 1:30pm
โฑ๏ธ 90 minutes
๐Ÿ‘ฆ 8 - 12 years
๐Ÿ’ณ $15 per child

๐ŸŽซ https://events.humanitix.com/junior-birdwatching-nac26

Binoculars and bird book provided.

โ™ฟ This walk encounters uneven garden and forest paths. Please get in touch to learn how this program can be adapted to support your needs.

Plant the Seeds of Curiosity! ๐ŸŒฑJoin our educators on a guided walk to explore native wildflowers, discover what makes th...
08/09/2026

Plant the Seeds of Curiosity! ๐ŸŒฑ

Join our educators on a guided walk to explore native wildflowers, discover what makes them so important to our wildlife, then create your own wildflower seed spheres to take home. ๐Ÿชป

This fun and engaging holiday workshop combines creativity and curiosity with nature.๐ŸŒป

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 7 & 8 October
๐Ÿ•‘ 10am or 1pm
โฑ๏ธ 75 minutes
๐Ÿ‘ฆ 5+ (ages 5-7 require adult supervision)
๐Ÿ’ณ $20 per child
๐ŸŽซ https://events.humanitix.com/seed-spheres

โ™ฟThe native flower walk follows uneven gravel garden paths, wheelchair users would need assistance. The craft activity is inclusive of varying abilities. To learn more about how we can tailor this workshop to support your abilities, please get in touch.

'Roll' with Dad this Father's Day ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธRefuel after a ride through the forests with a special Father's Day Loaded Bacon &...
03/09/2026

'Roll' with Dad this Father's Day ๐Ÿšดโ€โ™‚๏ธ

Refuel after a ride through the forests with a special Father's Day Loaded Bacon & Egg Roll.

Available 10am to 2pm this Sunday, 6 September.

The Cafe will be serving from the windows at the South Deck.

Or visit the cafรฉ in the Visitor Centre, open 9am to 4pm, for a variety of snacks, meals, and refreshments.

Whether you're stopping by for a quick coffee, lunch, or a Father's Day special, we'd love to see you there!

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