2024 Festival Program
Join us for a program packed with events, performances, art, sport, discussions and workshops for the whole community, celebrating the vibrancy and diversity of people and culture here in the ACT.
16 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
7.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Everyman Theatre presents 'The Inheritance' by Matthew Lopez.
Based on ‘Howard’s End’ by EM Forster.
17 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
7.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
18 Oct
Kaleidoscope III – Exhibition Opening
6pm
Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen
Opening Night
Visual Arts
Exhibition Opening - Celebrating LGBTQIA+ pride.
An open exhibition where LGBTQIA+ artists can express their experiences of queerness, sexuality, gender, and unique individuality through art.
18 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
7.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Performance
Everyman Theatre presents ‘The Inheritance’ by Matthew Lopez. Based on ‘Howard’s End’ by EM Forster.
From 12th October 2024 to 2nd November 2024
19 Oct
Localjinni Women’s Moonwalks
8pm - 9.30pm
Canberra Contemporary Art Space - 44 Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes
Localjinni
Active
Evening Event
Do you love cities at night but don’t like walking alone? If so, join us on an art walk to experience the night and exercise your right to the city for everyone.
19 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
1.30pm - 3.30pm | 7.30pm -9.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Performance
Everyman Theatre presents ‘The Inheritance’ by Matthew Lopez. Based on ‘Howard’s End’ by EM Forster.
From 12th October 2024 to 2nd November 2024
20 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
4.30pm - 6.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Performance
Everyman Theatre presents ‘The Inheritance’ by Matthew Lopez. Based on ‘Howard’s End’ by EM Forster.
From 12th October 2024 to 2nd November 2024
23 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
7.30pm - 9.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Performance
Everyman Theatre presents ‘The Inheritance’ by Matthew Lopez. Based on ‘Howard’s End’ by EM Forster.
From 12th October 2024 to 2nd November 2024
24 Oct
Everyman Theatre presents The Inheritance by Matthew Lopez
7.30pm - 9.30pm
ACT Hub at Causeway Hall - 14 Spinifex Street, Kingston
Everyman Theatre
Performance
Everyman Theatre presents ‘The Inheritance’ by Matthew Lopez. Based on ‘Howard’s End’ by EM Forster.
From 12th October 2024 to 2nd November 2024
02 Nov
Fair Day 2024
11am - 5pm
Glebe Park, Akuna & Bunda Streets Canberra
SpringOUT
Family Event
Free
Special Event
Canberra’s Largest LGBTIQA+ Community Event - Join us for the event that kicks off the annual SpringOUT Festival program.
02 Nov
STUN presents FREEDOM – A George Michael Party
6.30pm - 12am
Cube Nightclub - 33 Petrie Plaza, Canberra
STUN
18+ Event
Soak up the genius songwriting talents of our queer brother and lover George Michael.
02 Nov
Localjinni Women’s Moonwalks
8.30pm -10pm
Canberra Contemporary Art Space - 44 Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes
Localjinni
Active
Evening Event
Do you love cities at night but don’t like walking alone? If so, join us on an art walk to experience the night and exercise your right to the city for everyone.
07 Nov
Queer Reads
6pm
Bookface Gungahlin - 33 Hibberson St, Gungahlin
Free
Join MARION, Bookface Gungahlin and Canberra region authors for a celebration of Queer literature.
07 Nov
+SCREEN STORIES Symposium
9:00am – 6:30pm
National Film and Sound Archive - McCoy Cct, Acton
Screen Canberra
A multifaceted one-day conference for everyone curious about expansive LGBTIQA+ screen storytelling.
08 Nov
Meridian Open Day
4pm - 6pm
Havelock House - 85 Northbourne Ave, Turner
Meridian ACT
Family Event
Free
Join us for the afternoon to say hello, meet the team, learn more about the services we offer and opportunities to get involved.
08 Nov
Come and Try Dungeons & Dragons
6.30pm - 8.30pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
Luka
Have you heard of Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) Do you wanted to give it a try?
09 Nov
Queerly Alternative: Out and Laugh Comedy Night
6.30pm - 9.30pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
SpringOUT
18+ Event
Comedy
This is one of the comedy shows that forms part of the 2024 SpringOut Festival showcase.
See comedians Nick Starkey, Suma Ayer, Laura Johnston, Nathan Hillman, Will Devine, Chris Knight (NSW) and Brent Thorpe (NSW).
10 Nov
Brewed for Queer Comedy
7pm - 9.30pm
King O'Malley's - 131 City Walk, Canberra
Luka
18+ Event
Comedy
Queer Comedy is back at SpringOUT in 2024! Check out some new talent, catch up with some of last year's faves, get a posse together and head to King O'Malley's for some laughter and cheer.
13 Nov
REBUS presents Queer-prov: Improv Theatre Basics for LGBTQIA+ Adults and Elders
7pm - 9pm
The Woden Library - Furzer Street &, Corinna St, Phillip
Active
Art
Free
A workshop by and for LGBTQIA+ Adults, Elders, (and Friends) to celebrate SpringOUT and build confidence in performance and presentation skills.
13 Nov
Painting Event – She’s a Rainbow
6.30pm - 8.30pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
Luka
Active
Art
Do you want to paint a fabulous rainbow painting and experience your creativity in a safe and queer environment? Start from scratch, or just colour in the pre-illustrated Rolling Stones image or paint whatever you want!
14 Nov
Book Launch: Just Human
5.30pm
Belconnen Youth Centre - Cnr Chandler St & Swanson Ct, Belconnen
Angel Hellyer
Family Event
Free
Supernatural classmates, deadly mysteries and homework. Hear from local queer author Angel Hellyer about their new urban fantasy novel, Just Human. Angel will read the first chapter and share their inspiration, followed by a Q&A session.
15 Nov
Don’t Forget to Remember : Art in the Age of AIDS
6pm
National Gallery of Australia - Parkes Place, Parkes
National Gallery of Australia
Art
Join us for a night of performances, talks, laughter and tears to mark the 30th anniversary of the landmark exhibition, Don’t Leave Me This Way: Art in the Age of AIDS.
15 Nov
Roll for Intelligence
7pm - 9pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
Luka
If you tried the D&D for the first time and you want to see how the experts in D&D do things. You are in luck as SpringOut is proud to team up with ‘Roll for Intelligence” and Luka Musicki to have the first ever Roll for Intelligence game with SpringOUT in mind!
16 Nov
Pride Match: ACT Veteran’s Rugby Match with Pride Barbarians
2pm
Portsea Oval, Royal Military College, Duntroon
Free
Sports
ACT Vets taking on a Barbarians (Invitational) Pride team as part of Canberra's 2024 SpringOUT Festival.
16 Nov
Pride Match: ACT Veteran’s Rugby Womens Match with Pride Barbarians
3pm
Portsea Oval, Royal Military College, Duntroon
Free
Sports
ACT Vets taking on a Barbarians (Invitational) Pride team as part of Canberra's 2024 SpringOUT Festival.
16 Nov
PINK TENNIS Bushdance – SOLD OUT
7.30pm
Yarralumla Woolshed - 08 Cotter Road Weston
Pink Tennis
Sold Out
PINK TENNIS Bushdance – SOLD OUT
Sat 16th Nov 2024
17 Nov
REBUS presents Improvised Movement and Expression SpringOUT
1.30pm - 3.30pm
The Woden Library - Furzer Street &, Corinna St, Phillip
Rebus Theatre
Active
Free
A workshop by and for LGBTQIA+ Adults, Elders, (and Friends) to explore physicality and expression through gentle theatre exercises in body language, tempo, and space.
17 Nov
Queer Cheers & Humour
7pm
King O'Malley's - 131 City Walk, Canberra
Luka
18+ Event
Comedy
Check out some new talent, catch up with some of last year's faves, get a posse together and head to King O'Malley's for some laughter and cheer.
17 Nov
Book Launch: Just Human
3pm - 5pm
The Book Cow - 47 Jardine St, Kingston
Angel Hellyer
Free
Supernatural classmates, deadly mysteries and homework. Hear from local queer author Angel Hellyer about their new urban fantasy novel, Just Human. Angel will read the first chapter and share their inspiration, followed by a Q&A session.
21 Nov
Briefs: Bite Club Feat. Sahara Beck
8pm
Canberra Theatre Centre - Civic Square, Canberra
Canberra Theatre Centre
18+ Event
Art
Bite Club features Brisbane’s award-winning cult-cabaret mischief-makers, circus stars, and heart-stopping hooligans Briefs Factory, as they join forces with much celebrated and sainted songbird Sahara Beck.
22 Nov
Briefs: Bite Club Feat. Sahara Beck
8pm
Canberra Theatre Centre - Civic Square, Canberra
Canberra Theatre Centre
18+ Event
Art
Bite Club features Brisbane’s award-winning cult-cabaret mischief-makers, circus stars, and heart-stopping hooligans Briefs Factory, as they join forces with much celebrated and sainted songbird Sahara Beck.
22 Nov
SciNight: Refraction – Proud to be Curious
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Questacon - King Edward Terrace, Parkes
Questacon
18+ Event
Special Event
Experience Questacon after dark for a vivacious celebration of science and pride!
There will be performances that enchant, activities that provide connection, and science demonstrations that inspire.
22 Nov
Pride in the Gardens
11.30am
Australian National Botanic Gardens - Clunies Ross Street, Acton
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Active
Free
Enjoy a free guided walk through the Australian National Botanic Gardens exploring the diversity of Australian native plants. Discover incredible facts about plant pollination and the wonderful way plants have evolved.
23 Nov
Briefs Boozy Brunch: Bite Club Feat. Sahara Beck
Brunch 11am | 12pm Show
Canberra Theatre Centre - Civic Square, Canberra
Canberra Theatre Centre
Art
Special Event
Grab your pals and indulge in the ultimate weekend show experience – Boozy Brunch! Tickets include a mimosa on arrival, and a selection of delectable buffet breakfast foods followed by a matinee performance of Bite Club. Don’t miss out lovers ❤️
23 Nov
Come & Write – Queer Edition
11am - 2pm
The Marion - Act Parks Depot, Barrine Dr, Parkes ACT 2600
Marion Writers
Free
Join MARION for an exclusive SpringOUT edition of our Come & Write sessions. We are hosting a cute, spring picnic on the lawn by the lake. Bring a rug or a chair and join us for a free, informal writing session.
23 Nov
Out & Loud Rainbow Picnic
11am - 3.30pm
Diversity ACT Pride Hub - 8 Laidlaw Place, Kambah
Diversity ACT
Family Event
Free
Enjoy a picnic lunch on the lovely grounds of our Pride Hub, with markets stalls, Queer food stalls, live performances and activities for the kids.
23 Nov
Pride in the Gardens
11.30am
Australian National Botanic Gardens - Clunies Ross Street, Acton
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Active
Free
Enjoy a free guided walk through the Australian National Botanic Gardens exploring the diversity of Australian native plants. Discover incredible facts about plant pollination and the wonderful way plants have evolved.
23 Nov
Velvet Goldmine + Performance
7pm
National Film and Sound Archive - McCoy Cct, Acton
National Film and Sound Archive
Don’t miss Velvet Goldmine at NFSA’s Arc Cinema. Seventies icons David Bowie and Iggy Pop loom large in this musical exploration of sexuality and glam rock from director Todd Haynes. With a pre-screening glam rock performance by Pass/Fail (Nick Delatovic).
23 Nov
Outspoken & Outrageous Queer Comedy
8.30pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
Luka
18+ Event
Comedy
This is one of the comedy show that part of the 2024 SpringOut Festival showcase.
Comedians: Anneli Cole, Laura Johnston, Suma Iyer, Marie Anagnostis, Katrin Praseli, Holly Hazlewood, Chris Knight, Brent Thorpe, and Sarah Pam Ison.
24 Nov
Pride in the Gardens
11.30am
Australian National Botanic Gardens - Clunies Ross Street, Acton
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Active
Free
Enjoy a free guided walk through the Australian National Botanic Gardens exploring the diversity of Australian native plants. Discover incredible facts about plant pollination and the wonderful way plants have evolved.
24 Nov
Community Fun Run Pride Stride
9am
Peace Park, Lake Burley Griffin
Canberra Frontrunners
Active
Free
Join our epic annual Pride Stride! It's a FREE event for everyone — run, walk, ride, or strut.
This event is all about having fun and a chance to meet other amazing individuals!
24 Nov
The Sound of Us: A celebration of community in song!
3pm
Llewellyn Hall - William Herbert Pl, Canberra
Canberra Qwire
Family Event
Following their joy filled 30th anniversary concert last year, Canberra Qwire, proudly LGBTQIA+, invites you and your loved ones to an afternoon of uplifting choral music expressing through song our identities and the stories of our community.
24 Nov
Comedy D&D
12pm - 2pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
Luka
Comedy
Do you want to see some D&D experts and everyday comedians join forces for a good comedy storytelling?
Roll for Intelligence” and Luka Musicki have teamed up to create a chaotic idea for humour. Imagine a dyslexic bard dressed like a blue suited businessman, and other crazy characters. Sounds interesting?
27 Nov
Meet ACT Policing’s new LGBTIQA+ Liaison Officer
5pm
Salthouse Community Centre - Haig Park, Henty St, Braddon
ACT Policing
Family Event
Free
ACT Policing, in collaboration with SpringOUT, is hosting a free community event to introduce the new LGBTIQA+ liaison officer, providing an opportunity to ask questions, learn about the liaison officer's role, and how they serve as a resource and advocate for the community when engaging with police.
28 Nov
REBUS Theatre presents Performance Skills : A Workshop for LGBTQIA+ Adults and Elders
7pm
The Woden Library - Furzer Street &, Corinna St, Phillip
Rebus Theatre
Active
Art
Free
A gentle workshop to build confidence in performance and presentation skills. Explore techniques related to stage presence, connecting with an audience, delivering text, & handling nerves. All welcome!
28 Nov
Capital ‘PUN’ishment
6.30pm - 9pm
Smith's Alternative - 76 Alinga St, Canberra
Luka
Comedy
Capital PUNishment - Canberra's original PUN SLAM @ Smith's Alternative! Canberra’s best, first, and only comedy PUN competition! With a star-studded cast of Canberra best and wittiest comedians, we're ready to get off the CUFFS with you all!
29 Nov
SpringOUT Presents Jackie Loeb Comedy
7.30pm
The Street Theatre - 15 Childers St, Canberra
SpringOUT
Comedy
*ONE NIGHT ONLY* Winner of the Australian Mo Award for Best Live Comedy Act, Jackie Loeb is a stand-up comic, actor, singer and musician. As seen on Superstore, Better Things, the iconic Australian sketch-comedy series Full Frontal and can currently be heard on the Emmy Nominated Netflix animated children’s series Trash Truck.
30 Nov
One Night In Heaven
8.00pm – 5.00pm
THE VAULT - Dairy Road, Fyshwick
SpringOUT
18+ Event
Special Event
HEAVEN Nightclub Canberra 1993 - 2001 reunion. A special event designed to take you back with 1990s and 2000 Dance Anthems, the DJs and friends you crushed on.
30 Nov
COAR Presents FEAST OF THE SENSES: a BIPOC gig night
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Blank Creative Co. - 15 Moore St, Canberra
Collective on Anti-Racism
Dance
Performance
A performance gig night celebrating our Queer BIPOC community and allies. A collaboration with Queer Food, Blank Creative Co, and our very own talented, local, BIPOC queer artists and allies!
30 Nov
Free Come & Try Squash
1pm - 3pm
South Canberra Squash Club - 4 Launceston Street, Phillip
Rainbow Racquets Squash Canberra
Active
Free
Rainbow Racquet’s Squash Canberra is holding it’s annual ‘Free Come & Try Squash’ event as part of this year’s SpringOUT 2024. This is a chance for Canberra’s LGBTIQ+ to come along, have a hit, and learn what squash is all about. Free coaching available. No experience or racquet required.
01 Dec
FUSE BIG GAY BREAKFAST
9am – 12pm
Tilley's Cafe - Brigalow St & Wattle St, Lyneham
FUSE
Special Event
Join our special SpringOut FUSE Big Gay Breakfast at Tilley's in Lyneham for a fabulous morning of delicious food, coffee and champers. The FUSE Big Gay Breakfast has now been gathering for over 16 years!
01 Dec
World AIDS Day 2024
9:30am - 11am
AIDS Garden of Reflection, National Arboretum Canberra
Meridian ACT
This year on World AIDS Day, Meridian will host an early morning event with brief words from a Guest Speaker followed by tea and coffee. This event will provide an opportunity to gather as a community, show solidarity with people living with HIV, and remember those we have lost to an AIDS-related illness.
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