# Events & Things To Do In Canberra on 1st May 2026

- **Subtitle**: Discover the best events and activities in Canberra on 1st May 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 1st May 2026. From live concerts to art exhibitions, find the perfect thing to do for an unforgettable day out.

## Events in Canberra

- **Event Name**: The King of Pop Show: Michael Jackson Live Concert Experience
  - **Description**: Get ready for the ultimate thrill! Experience Michael Jackson like never before with TJ Cappola's electrifying live concert: Beyond Imagination! Feel the magic of the King of Pop as if he was performing right in front of you.

If you never had the chance
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:30 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/the-king-of-pop-show-michael-jackson-live-concert-experience/200029503449537
  - **Venue**: Canberra Theatre Centre
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, performances, concerts, art, live-music
- **Event Name**: The Autumn Art Fair 2026
  - **Description**: Come celebrate one of the most beautiful times of the year on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin with the return of The Autumn Art Fair. 

This market will include a jam-packed lineup of art and design stalls, delicious food and drink, live entertainment,
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/the-autumn-art-fair-2026/200029880284743
  - **Venue**: Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes, Canberra, Canberra City, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory
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  - **Categories**: art, workshops
- **Event Name**: The Disappearing Diplomat
  - **Description**: An exclusive Cold War mystery evening, hosted by She Shapes History.

You are cordially invited to an opulent night of espionage, elegance and international intrigue at Hyatt Hotel Canberra.

A distinguished diplomat, last seen attending a private recepti
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    - Count: 31
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/the-disappearing-diplomat/200029828213713
  - **Venue**: 120 Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra, ACT, Australia 2600
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- **Event Name**: meet & mingle
  - **Description**: Canberra women - join us for an elevated meet & mingle at QT Canberra. Bubbles, grazing, and genuine connection with  gorgeous views ✨About this EventSet on the 17th floor at QT Canberra Lounge, this is an evening des
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 05:30 pm – Fri May 01 2026 at 08:30 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/meet-and-mingle/100001985577838766
  - **Venue**: QT Canberra
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  - **Price**: AUD 49 to 70
  - **Categories**: food-drinks
- **Event Name**: Free Comic Book Day at Impact Comics - 2026
  - **Description**: One day when comic shops around the world unte to gove away comic books to anyone who shows up!
All the major publishers will publish something specifically for the day, so stay tuned for announcements of what will be on offer!
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    - Count: 186
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 07:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/free-comic-book-day-at-impact-comics-2026/200029399521419
  - **Venue**: 16 Garema Place, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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- **Event Name**: Coffin Siris Syndrome Australia Retreat 2026
  - **Description**: The second Australasian Coffin Siris Australia Retreat will take place in the federal capital of Australia, Canberra!
The political heart of a nation, a purpose-built city; it sits within a landscape that combines urban design and natural beauty.
This thr
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  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 am – Sun May 03 2026 at 04:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/coffin-siris-syndrome-australia-retreat-2026/200028874627254
  - **Venue**: ACT Canberra
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- **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 May 01 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
- **Event Name**: Men We Admire
  - **Description**: Join us for a relaxed and celebratory afternoon at the College as we bring together Dads and Significant Others for connection, conversation, and community.

Enjoy our warm hospitality as we toast the important role you play in our students' lives. This i
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    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Fri May 01 2026 at 06:00 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/men-we-admire/200029625307327
  - **Venue**: 51 Daley Road, Acton, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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## 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:** The King of Pop Show: Michael Jackson Live Concert Experience (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:30 am at Canberra Theatre Centre), The Autumn Art Fair 2026 (Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 pm at Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes, Canberra, Canberra City, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory), The Disappearing Diplomat (Fri May 01 2026 at 09:00 am at 120 Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra, ACT, Australia 2600), meet & mingle (Fri May 01 2026 at 05:30 pm at QT Canberra), Free Comic Book Day at Impact Comics - 2026 (Fri May 01 2026 at 11:00 pm at 16 Garema Place, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601).
- **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 Canberra Theatre Centre, Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes, Canberra, Canberra City, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory, 120 Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra, ACT, Australia 2600.
- **Q**: What is the price range for events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Prices for events in Canberra range from AUD 10 to AUD 70. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Canberra include The King of Pop Show, The Little Burley Market, Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel.
- **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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