What's on


Crowds of families are picnicking and flying kites at the arboretum, with colourful 'kitefest' graphics overlaying the image
Kite Fest 2026_SL

Kite Fest at the Arboretum | 26 + 27 September

Kite Fest returns bigger and brighter than ever!

For the very first time, Kite Fest at the Arboretum is soaring across two spectacular days, bringing even more colour, creativity, and family fun to one of Canberra's most popular community events.

Come together for a vibrant day of kite flying, live entertainment, hands-on activities, delicious food, and unforgettable moments with family and friends.

Plan your day out at Kite Fest here! {opens in new window}. The skies the limits!!!


School holidays and Feature events

Nature Play

Twice monthly | 10am - 12pm

Beginner Bonsai Workshops

6 September | 9am or 1pm

Wattle Walks

Sunday 30 August | 10am & 2pm

Wattle Corner

Sunday 30 August | 10am - 3pm

Harvest Stall

19 September | 10am - 2pm

Find Floyd's Family

Competition open: 23 August – 27 September

Paul Bangay Book Launch

1 October | 10:30am - 12noon

Junior Bird Watching Walk

28 & 29 Sept | 10am or 1:30pm

Wildflower Seed Spheres

7 & 8 October | 10am or 1pm

Family Orienteering

26 Sept - 12 Oct | 9am - 4pm | Daily

Everyday events

Guided Forest Walks

Every Saturday, Sunday, Monday | Times vary with the seasons

Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.