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Families, Fun, Festival
The National Multicultural Festival from 6th February to 15th February includes several free events right in the city centre and on the weekend of 14th and 15th February on and near Lake Burley Griffin. Around town community centres, clubs and galleries join in the fun. Well-priced shows are also available at many of Canberra's theatres including Street Theatre, Canberra Theatre and the Dendy Cinemas.
Free Entertainment Every Evening and Weekends
Every evening after work, drop by the Fringe Festival in Civic Square for a cool drink and a line-up of free music, dance, theatre and comedy. It's on every night from 6th to 14th February.
On Saturday 7th February starting at 11am dance all day until well after the sun. Finally finishing around 11pm. Taste the world, hear the world and see the world at the festival's iconic event the Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets Food and Dance Spectacular. From Glebe Park to Garema Place including City Walk, Petrie Plaza and Civic Square Canberra City is the place to be.
Sunday 8th February from 11am to 5pm the fun continues with the ActewAGL Contact Canberra hosted by Citizens Advice Bureau. This event is an expo of Canberra's community life. From 12 noon the Greek Glendi kicks off at the Garema Place Stage. Celebrate the richness and diversity of Greek food, music and the arts.
During the week 9th - 13th February the Lunchtime Showcases in Garema Place also offer a range of free entertainment every day. Fringe continues each week night in Civic Square.
Saturday 14th February the Carnival in the City continues The Festival showcasing the richness and diversity of Latin America. Bring your dancing shoes and dance your socks off to the sounds of tango, salsa, samba, candombe, cumbia and more. Food and drinks available at this event too.
The evening of the 14th February The Lantern Festival and Celebration of Chinese New Year, the Year of the Ox commences at 6pm at Gallipoli Reach on the edge of the lake (near the Rond Terraces in Commonwealth Park). Traditional music, children's dancing and a lion dance. Followed by a spectacular lantern parade along the shores of Lake Burley Griffin.
The final day of The Festival from 10am at Commonwealth Park is the Multicultural Dragon Boat Challenge and ACT Tug-O-War Championships. Come and cheer your team in the All-Nations Trophy, Public Service Championship or Community Cup. The Chinese New Year Celebrations continue until 9.30pm. Street performers, drums, music, singing, food and families celebrating the Year of the Ox.
We look forward to seeing you at the National Multicultural Festival in 2009.
The National Multicultural Festival and SunSmart encourage everybody attending this year’s festival to take it easy in the sun! Whilst enjoying great music and food from around the world remember to take that extra care during the middle hours of the day when UV levels are at their strongest. Wear appropriate clothing and a good hat, seek out shade when you can, wear some sunnies to protect your eyes and finally don’t forget to slop on some sunscreen.
For more information on being Sunsmart visit the Cancer Concil of the ACT's (external link) website.
Visit the Bureau of Meterology (external link) website to see when sun protection will be recommended at the Festival today!
Sanctuary for Seniors, Mothers and Infants
The sanctuary is a location dedicated to seniors and breast feeding mothers. For those in need of privacy and a shaded environment to rest, recuperate and relax during the Festival. Water will be available for seniors, mothers and infants.
Sanctuary Location: City Walk - near Canberra Centre and Glebe Park.
Times: 11.00am - 10.00pm
For more information ACT Office for Ageing or phone (02) 6205 3113.
