This multicultural food and dance spectacular features more than 50 food, wine and beer stalls with tastes and temptations from around the world. Visiting international artists, interstate groups and the national capital s own local ethnic communities demonstrate their passion and skills during eight hours of performances. Staged in conjunction with the ACT Multicultural Council this unique event is a great day out for all who enjoy international food, wine and entertainment. Every morning at dawn, air balloons will lift-off from the lawns in front of Old Parliament House. Every year this spectacular event entrances the huge audiences who arrive around 6.30am to enjoy a champagne breakfast while they wander amidst the inflating balloons.
Thrill seekers can purchase flights and see their national capital from a truly unique perspective.
Sunday 4 March Candid Canberra Music, songs, visual imagery, circus skills and drama put a new spin on the history of Canberra, This humorous, and at times moving, performance will be on Stage 88 in Commonwealth Park for one night only. Weekends Themed family fun days an International Dance Day, an Indigenous Showcase and a traditional Greek feast day, or Glendi . The Festival Club Throughout the Festival, Civic Square will be transformed into an open-air nightclub the place to enjoy fantastic summer evenings in the city. Book a table and enjoy music and dance from around the world, with supper and drinks. This popular boutique Festival, organized in conjunction with ScreenSound Australia and the national capital s diplomatic community, presents a selection of international films which showcase the traditional and contemporary cultures of other nations, including prize winning classic and contemporary works.