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We look forward to seeing you at the National Multicultural Festival in 2012.
Top Tips
Families, Fun & Festival
Free Entertainment
SunSmart
Sanctuary for Seniors, Parents and Infants
Environment Sustainability | ACTSmart Public Event Recycling Program
Top Tips
Our top tips for enjoying the festival
- Stay cool and hydrated! Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol or caffeine drinks. Some bottled water will be available at the Festival Information stall but we encourage festival participants to bring their own
- Never leave children or animals in an unattended car
- Wear light, loose, comfortable clothing and don’t forget a hat and sunscreen
- Keep an eye on babies, children and older people and make sure they drink water regularly. A sanctuary for seniors, parents and children will operate in Ainslie Place on Saturday (a map will be available shortly)
- For first aid or police assistance, go to Emergency Services (a map will be provided shortly)
- The Festival Information stall is located at the fountain on City Walk
- Note that London Circuit will be closed on Saturday and Sunday of the Festival
Families | Fun | Festival
The National Multicultural Festival, from 10-12 February 2012 will include several free events right in the city centre, around town community centres, clubs and galleries.
Join in the fun.
Free Entertainment
On Saturday 11th 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 Garema Place to Civic Square including City Walk and Petrie Plaza Canberra City is the place to be.
Sunday 12th 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.
Carnival in the City will be held on both Friday night and Saturday night! 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 Celebration of Chinese New Year will also be part of Sunday’s celebrations.
We look forward to seeing you at the National Multicultural Festival in 2012.
SunSmart
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 Council of the ACT 
website.
Visit the Bureau of Meterology 
website to see when sun protection will be recommended at the Festival today!
Sanctuary for Seniors, Parents and Infants
The sanctuary for seniors, parents and children will be available in Ainslie Place near Art Space One on Saturday.
