Celebrate the joy of Holi at Canberra’s biggest colour celebration, a two-day family festival packed with colours, culture, food, music, dance and vibrant community spirit. From live performances to Indian bazaar stalls and glow-in-the-dark fun, this is a full-scale festival of unity in diversity.
Saturday 28 March 2026
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Lennox Gardens
Lennox Gardens, Canberra, ACT 2600
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Canberra Holi Festival 2026 is a two-day celebration created to bring communities together in the spirit of unity in diversity. Inspired by one of India’s most beloved festivals, this vibrant event invites everyone to experience a joyful explosion of culture, colours, food, song, dance, and live entertainment.
Holi marks the triumph of good over evil and the transition from winter to spring. The festival celebrates togetherness across backgrounds, religions, castes, orientations and beliefs — and this Canberra edition carries that same inclusive spirit, welcoming all to join a huge family-friendly weekend.
Attendees can look forward to a lively festival atmosphere filled with:
The organisers describe it as two huge full family days, open to all, where visitors can witness the tastes, sounds, culture and arts of Indians living in Australia.
The festival also promotes extra ticketed experiences and add-ons, including:
This event is positioned as a major multicultural gathering in Canberra, attracting families, students and visitors from across the city. Businesses, performers and volunteers are all invited to be part of the celebration.
Back in India, Holi is known for bonfires, music, dance and playful colour throwing. Canberra Holi Festival brings that festive energy to Australia in a big, inclusive format — a joyful celebration of Indian culture and community where people can connect, play, eat, dance and make lasting memories.
Namaste and welcome on board!
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