EVENTS · CANBERRA
Craft + Design Canberra Festival to animate capital for 11 days
Published · Cenlocal summary
The 5–15 November festival features more than 130 events, alongside a month of exhibitions exploring the theme Dissent.
Canberra’s Craft + Design Canberra Festival is scheduled from 5 to 15 November 2026. The ACT Government says the eleven-day program, themed Dissent, is accompanied by a month of exhibitions.
More than 130 events are announced, including public artworks, installations, performances, talks, workshops and family-friendly experiences. Local artists, designers and makers will feature across venues and precincts around the capital.
The ACT Government supports delivery through artsACT’s City of Design Fund. The festival was established in 2014 and highlights design’s role in shaping communities. Consult the organiser’s full program for specific locations, opening hours, booking requirements and accessibility information; individual activities may have different schedules.
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