Easter long weekend in Canberra: What’s open and things to do

Not sure what’s open over the Easter long weekend? Here’s your guide along with the events and attractions you can check out in Australia's Capital Territory.

Updated Mar 11, 2021

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Planning to head out in the ACT over the Easter long weekend? You won't be short on choices of attractions to visit and events to attend from 2-5 April.

In this guide, we've put together a list of stores, restaurants and cafes open from Good Friday to Easter Monday, as well as all the fun events and attractions that are on over the long weekend.

Things to do over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Telstra Tower Observation Deck from Wotif

Enjoy 360-degree views of Canberra as you sip a coffee from the indoor viewing gallery. For the best views, be sure to get there in time to watch the sunset.

Location: 100 Black Mountain Drive, Canberra
Cost: $9 per person

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Canberra Photography Tour from Wotif

The Easter long weekend is a great time to pick up a new skill, and if you’ve got a creative flare, a photography tour around Canberra could be right up your alley.

Location: Canberra
Cost: $476

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Canberra Scavenger Hunt from Wotif

Explore Canberra in a new way with a scavenger hunt. You’ll visit some of Canberra’s best locations and even discover some new spots along the way.

Location: 170 London Circuit, Canberra
Cost: $26 per person

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Hot Air Ballooning over Canberra from Adrenaline

If you don’t mind an early wake-up call, set your sights on a hot air ballooning experience over Canberra over the Easter long weekend.

Location: Departs from Canberra
Cost: $360 per person

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Vintage Wine Tasting with Three-Course Lunch from RedBalloon

Dine in style this Easter long weekend. Make your way across the NSW border for an indulgent wine tasting featuring eight wines and a three-course lunch.

Location: 810 Norton Road, Wamboin
Cost: $270 for two people

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Jet Flight Simulator Challenge from Adrenaline

Make the most of the long weekend by testing your skills with a new activity. Immerse yourself in a Boeing 737-800 NG flight simulator where you’ll be challenged with bad weather, tricky runway landings and missing equipment.

Location: 4/4 Montford Crescent, Lyneham
Cost: $165 per person

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National Museum of Australia Building and Architecture Tour from RedBalloon

Calling all culture enthusiasts. Explore the National Museum of History with a guided tour that will give you an in-depth look at culture and history from all over the world right here in Australia.

Location: Lawson Crescent, Acton
Cost: $15 per person

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Paint and Sip Class from RedBalloon

Release your inner Picasso with a paint and sip class. An experienced artist will lend a helping hand to teach you artistic skills and guide you through the session. Bring your favourite bottle of wine and snacks to eat while you paint.

Location: Unit 7, 1-9 Rae Street, Belcoonen
Cost: $65 per person

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Paintball Experience from RedBalloon

Gather your most competitive friends for a paintball experience in Canberra. Equipped with full protection and a 0.68 caliber machine gun, battle it out with themed zones such as Tomb Raider, Tropic Thunder and more.

Location: Monaro Highway and Old Tuggeranong Road, Canberra
Cost: $20 per person

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Cheetah Encounter at the National Zoo from Adrenaline

Make the Easter long weekend memorable with an up close experience with a cheetah at the National Zoo.

Location: 999 Lady Denman Drive, Yarralumla
Cost: $195 per person

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Beer, Wine and Spirits Half-Day Tour from RedBalloon

Enjoy a half-day beer, wine and spirits tour with visits to two breweries, a winery and a distillery where you’ll get to sample the local beer, wine, gin and more.

Location: Departs from Braddon
Cost: $150 per person

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Shops open over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Shopping centre	Good Friday	Saturday	Easter Sunday	Easter Monday
Canberra Centre	Closed	9am-5pm	10am-4pm	10am-4pm
Canberra Outlet Centre	Closed	10am-6pm	10am-6pm	10am-6pm
Erindale Shopping Centre	Closed	7:30am-5pm	7:30am-5pm	7:30am-5:30pm
Majura Park Shopping Centre	Closed	9am-5pm	10am-4pm	10am-4pm
Westfield Woden	Closed	9am-5pm	10am-4pm	10am-4pm

Attractions open over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Attraction	Good Friday	Saturday	Easter Sunday	Easter Monday	Where to book
National Museum	TBC	Closed	Closed	TBC	RedBalloon
National Zoo and Aquarium	TBC	9:30am-5pm	9:30am-5pm	TBC	RedBalloon
National Gallery of Australia	10am-5pm	10am-5pm	10am-5pm	10am-5pm
National Portrait Gallery	10am-5pm	10am-5pm	10am-5pm	10am-5pm

Restaurants, cafes and bars open over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Restaurant	Address	Opening hours	Cuisine	Where to book
La Cantina	4 Iluka Street, Narrabundah	Friday-Saturday 12pm-2pm Sunday-Monday 5:30pm-10pm	Italian	Groupon
Water's Edge Restaurant	40 Parkes Place E, Parkes	Friday-Sunday 12pm-3pm, 6pm-9pm Monday Closed	Australian	Groupon
1882 Bar & Grill	13 Gladstone Street, Hall	Friday 12-9:30pm Saturday-Sunday 8am-9:30pm Monday Closed	Australian, cafe
65 Northbourne Restaurant and Wine Bar	65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra	Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm Sunday Closed	Australian
Assembly Bar	11 Lonsdale Street, Braddon	Friday 7:30-12am Saturday 7:30-2am Sunday 7:30-12am Monday 8-12am	Bar
Bentham Street Bar and Pizza	2/29 Bentham Street, Yarralumla	Friday-Sunday 5:30pm-9pm Monday Closed	Italian
BentSpoke Brewing Co	38 Mort Street, Braddon	Friday-Sunday 11am-11pm Monday 11am-9:30pm	Bar
Happy's Chinese Restaurant	17 Garema Place, Canberra	Friday-Saturday 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-10pm Sunday-Monday 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-9pm	Chinese
Krack'd Peppa	1 Isabella Drive, Gilmore	Friday-Sunday 7:30am-4pm Monday Closed	Cafe
Kynefin	2/4 Victoria Street, Hall	Friday-Saturday 7am-4pm Sunday 8am-4pm Monday Closed	Cafe
Muse Canberra	Unit 3, East Hotel, 69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston	Friday-Saturday 7am-2pm Sunday-Monday 7am-12pm	Australian
Old Canberra Inn	195 Mouat Street, Lyneham	Friday 12-11pm Saturday 12pm-12am Sunday-Monday 12pm-10pm	Modern Australian
Rye Cafe	9 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT	Friday-Monday 6:30am-2:30pm	Cafe
Sammy's at the Foreshore	Unit 142, Element 39-45 Eastlake Parade, Kingston	Friday-Saturday 12pm-3pm, 5pm-11pm Sunday 12pm-3pm, 5pm-10pm Monday Closed	Chinese, Asian, Malaysian
Sunday in Canberra	54 Ernest Cavanagh Street, Gungahlin	Friday-Monday 8am-2pm	Cafe
The Front	1 Wattle Place, Lyneham	Friday 7am-2:30pm Saturday-Sunday 8am-2pm Monday 7am-2:30pm	Cafe
The Italian Place	38 Mort Street, Braddon	Friday Closed Saturday-Sunday 12pm-2:30pm, 6pm-9pm Monday Closed	Italian
Walt and Burley	17-21 Eastlake Parade, Kingston	Friday-Monday 8am-12am	Australian

Note: The above is accurate as of 26 March 2021. Public holidays may affect normal trading hours. Contact the venue before visiting to confirm their trading hours for 2 - 5 April 2021.

What events are on in Canberra over the Easter long weekend?

Good Folk: 3-4 April. Enjoy an array of indoor and outdoor concerts in Queanbeyan from local performers. There's a total of 22 events spread across the weekend for you to enjoy.
Corin Forest Easter Egg Hunt: 2-5 April. If you're visiting Corin Forest this Easter, book in advance to receive a bag of Easter eggs that you can use to set up your own Easter egg hunt.

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Easter long weekend in Canberra: What’s open and things to do

Not sure what’s open over the Easter long weekend? Here’s your guide along with the events and attractions you can check out in Australia's Capital Territory.

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Things to do over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Telstra Tower Observation Deck from Wotif

Canberra Photography Tour from Wotif

Canberra Scavenger Hunt from Wotif

Hot Air Ballooning over Canberra from Adrenaline

Vintage Wine Tasting with Three-Course Lunch from RedBalloon

Jet Flight Simulator Challenge from Adrenaline

National Museum of Australia Building and Architecture Tour from RedBalloon

Paint and Sip Class from RedBalloon

Paintball Experience from RedBalloon

Cheetah Encounter at the National Zoo from Adrenaline

Beer, Wine and Spirits Half-Day Tour from RedBalloon

Shops open over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Attractions open over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

Restaurants, cafes and bars open over the Easter long weekend in Canberra

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