# Events & Things To Do In Canberra on 17th April 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Canberra on 17th April 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.
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## About

Discover the best events and activities in Canberra on 17th April 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Canberra

- **Event Name**: Sacred Cowboys "In The Manifesto" Canberra Album Launch
  - **Description**: Molly Meldrum’s worst nightmare, Sacred Cowboys, are playing a rare show in Canberra in April to launch their new album “In The Manifesto”, out on Torn & Frayed (Australia) and Beast Records (France). 

Sacred Cowboys play Smith’s Alternative in Canbe
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 am – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 01:30 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/sacred-cowboys-in-the-manifesto-canberra-album-launch/200029880910955
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, workshops, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Mick Thomas GoSoloComeBack Tour at Smith's Alt.
  - **Description**: $40/35

On his lonesome, songs and stories, all ‘round the country. 

After GoTOurComeBack in 2025 - his most successful post WPA tour yet - Mick decided to change things up a bit. 

GoSoloComeBack is a chance to present a bunch of songs in a different li
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:30 am – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:30 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/mick-thomas-gosolocomeback-tour-at-smiths-alt/200029625297741
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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- **Event Name**: Witchskull East Coast Tour 2026
  - **Description**: Witchskull return this March / April as part of their largest east coast tour to date. After 4 LP’s and 12 years with the same line up, this power trio continue to show why they are considered one of Australia’s premiere doom metal acts.
This tour will sh
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 09:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/witchskull-east-coast-tour-2026/200029625303339
  - **Venue**: The Baso Canberra
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- **Event Name**: Desperately Seeking Susan | Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap
  - **Description**: The NFSA presents a series of irreverent, Friday night filmic feasts, curated and hosted by drag artist and culture warrior Venus Mantrap.    
 
Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap dives into the world of sharp, edgy films and beloved fan favourites. Each ev
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/desperately-seeking-susan-|-cult-classics-with-venus-mantrap/200029737580307
  - **Venue**: Mccoy Cct , Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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  - **Categories**: art, entertainment, comedy
- **Event Name**: FREE | Friday Art Talks | Warraba Weatherall on Mother Tongue
  - **Description**: This is a free drop-in event.
Bookings are not required, but capacity is limited.
Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.
Duration: 45 mins including Q&A

This April we shine the spotlight on First Nations artists and create space for stories th
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 02:00 am – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 02:45 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/free-|-friday-art-talks-|-warraba-weatherall-on-mother-tongue/200029833332647
  - **Venue**: Parkes Place East, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2600
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  - **Categories**: art, exhibitions
- **Event Name**: 2026 Bolt Thrower Tournament - April
  - **Description**: Bolt Thrower Wargaming’s return to competitive tournament style play!
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A 2,000 point Strike Force, 3-round tournament on Saturday the 18th of April, 2026.

Tickets are $30 each, but pl
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/2026-bolt-thrower-tournament-april/200029787933637
  - **Venue**: 49 Phillip Avenue, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2602
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  - **Categories**: sports, tournaments
- **Event Name**: Hit Parade
  - **Description**: Hit Parade is a sophisticated 4-piece line-up featuring live guitar instrumentation, 2 male and 2 female lead vocals to give the band the strong, rich four-part harmony sound. It’s no wonder that Hit Parade have become one of Canberra’s most sought-after
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 09:30 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/hit-parade/200029835417547
  - **Venue**: The Burns Club
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, parades, performances, live-music
- **Event Name**: Mick Thomas GoSoloComeBack Tour @ upstairs at Smith's Alternative Canberra
  - **Description**: Mick solo playing two sets of ancient uncharted memories with some familiar signposts.
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  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 02:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/mick-thomas-gosolocomeback-tour-upstairs-at-smiths-alternative-canberra/200029822970344
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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- **Event Name**: Andrew Watkins  Eyewear VIP Event
  - **Description**: Join us as we celebrate the latest in Silhouette eyewear at Andrew Watkins Optometry!About this EventDiscover the latest Silhouette eyewear collection, with our style experts on hand to help you find your perfect pair.
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Fri Apr 17 2026 at 05:00 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/andrew-watkins-eyewear-vip-event/100001985490943861
  - **Venue**: Andrew Watkins Optometrists
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  - **Price**: Free
- **Event Name**: City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - Canberra Area
  - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://vimeo.com/947228367CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES
  - **Date**: Fri Apr 17 2026 (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/city-love-scavenger-hunt-date-night-for-couples-canberra-area-tickets/10000919256028527
  - **Venue**: **Recommended starting point or another city spot of your choice! (MUST USE PDF TICKETS-NO QR CODES)
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  - **Price**: USD 10
  - **Categories**: health-wellness, trips-adventures, entertainment, nonprofit, contests

## Trending Events in Canberra

- **Event Name**: City LOVE Scavenger Hunt Date Night For Couples - Canberra Area
  - **Description**: CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT Date For Couples (Self-Guided) Enjoy your city scavenger hunt with fun digital activities along the way!About this Eventhttps://vimeo.com/947228367CITY LOVE SCAVENGER HUNT FOR COUPLES
  - **Venue**: **Recommended starting point or another city spot of your choice! (MUST USE PDF TICKETS-NO QR CODES)
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- **Event Name**: Guy Sebastian | 100 Times Around The Sun Tour [Canberra]
  - **Description**: ARIA Award-winning singer-songwriter Guy Sebastian, is set to embark on his biggest national Tour in April & May 2026 in celebration of his brand-new album, 100 Times Around The Sun, set for release on Friday 8 August 2025. Tickets for the tour also g
  - **Venue**: AIS Arena
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- **Event Name**: SUMMERNATS 39
  - **Description**: STREET MACHINE SUMMERNATS 39 EARLY BIRD TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

The world's wildest car festival returns to Canberra January 7-10, 2027.

A strictly limited batch of Platinum and Season Passes are on sale now.

This is the cheapest you’ll ever get into SN39
  - **Venue**: Exhibition Park In Canberra, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2602
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- **Event Name**: The Whitlams with Canberra Symphony Orchestra
  - **Description**: 8 – 9 May 2026
7.30pm
TICKETS ON SALE 10AM THURSDAY 18 DECEMBER

The Whitlams joins the Canberra Symphony Orchestra in two performances of their renowned symphonic collaboration on Friday 8 and Saturday 9 May at the Canberra Theatre Centre. The Whitlams w
  - **Venue**: Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square/London Cct, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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- **Event Name**: Jim Jefferies: Son of a Carpenter - Australia 2026 | Canberra: Royal Theatre
  - **Description**: Australia’s global comedy heavyweight, Jim Jefferies will bring his internationally acclaimed Son of a Carpenter tour home in 2026 for a huge run of dates across the country, hitting arenas and theatres this July and August.
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  - **Venue**: Royal Canberra Theatre
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- **Event Name**: Guy Sebastian in Canberra
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience Guy Sebastian Live at AIS Arena on Saturday, April 18, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! Guy Sebastian is taking over AIS Arena on Saturday, April 18, 2026, and with hits like Ba
  - **Venue**: AIS Arena
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- **Event Name**: Vision Pres. WHAT SO NOT + Anna Lunoe
  - **Description**: Giddy up Canberra! Worldwide electronic superstar What So Not is dropping by with powerhouse support from Anna Lunoe.

With festival grade L-Acoustics sound and with full-scale, world‑class production, The Vault will be transformed into a subterranean tem
  - **Venue**: Dairy Road Precinct
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- **Event Name**: Richard Marx: After Hours Tour [CANBERRA]
  - **Description**: Grammy-Winning Hitmaker Richard Marx brings new music and iconic hits to Australia in 2026

Award-winning singer, songwriter and producer Richard Marx will return to Australia in April 2026 for the After Hours Tour, seeing him bring his timeless voice and
  - **Venue**: Royal Theatre
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- **Event Name**: K-fest: Korean cultural festival
  - **Description**: Step into a vibrant world of colour, music and culture at the National Museum’s Korean cultural festival.

From traditional performances to K-pop hits, hands-on workshops and delicious street food, there’s something for everyone.

Hosted by Korean–Austral
  - **Venue**: Lawson Crescent, Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Sacred Cowboys "In The Manifesto" Canberra Album Launch (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 am at Smith's Alternative), Mick Thomas GoSoloComeBack Tour at Smith's Alt. (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:30 am at Smith's Alternative), Witchskull East Coast Tour 2026 (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 09:00 am at The Baso Canberra), Desperately Seeking Susan | Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Mccoy Cct , Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601), FREE | Friday Art Talks | Warraba Weatherall on Mother Tongue (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 02:00 am at Parkes Place East, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2600).
- **Q**: What are the top free events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Andrew Watkins  Eyewear VIP Event (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Andrew Watkins Optometrists).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Canberra in April 2026?
  - **A:** Sacred Cowboys "In The Manifesto" Canberra Album Launch (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 11:30 am at Smith's Alternative), Mick Thomas GoSoloComeBack Tour at Smith's Alt. (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 08:30 am at Smith's Alternative), Witchskull East Coast Tour 2026 (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 09:00 am at The Baso Canberra), Desperately Seeking Susan | Cult Classics with Venus Mantrap (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Mccoy Cct , Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601), FREE | Friday Art Talks | Warraba Weatherall on Mother Tongue (Fri Apr 17 2026 at 02:00 am at Parkes Place East, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2600).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Canberra?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Canberra on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Canberra?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Canberra include Smith's Alternative, The Baso Canberra, Mccoy Cct , Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Canberra range from AUD 10 to AUD 10. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Canberra include I-94 Bar Records and Promotions, Smith's Alternative, Witchskull.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Canberra.

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