Libraries ACT

Join us at our NEW monthly program exploring autobiography, biography and memoir genres presented by local authors.

Every Canberran has a story to tell, and the ACT Heritage Library welcomes all to join in the conversation while enjoying some home baking and exploring the stories that make Canberra.

Click here for more information and to register.

Libraries ACT is turning up the heat with the hottest FREE activities for the whole family this summer!

There’s so many activities to enjoy. Learn more or register for your favourite free activities.

We're thrilled to join our friends in Victoria for their Big Summer Read program! It runs throughout December 2022 and January 2023.

Being a part of the fun is super easy, download the Beanstack Tracker app and register to play! Click to Register

1 December - 18 December
As part of the City Renewal Authority's Christmas in Dickson celebrations, Dickson Library is hosting a number of special Christmas programs and events starting from Thursday 1 December 2022. From live music and dance performances to Christmas themed arts and crafts and story times, there's something for everyone - even the family pet.
Check out what's on and when.

IMAGiNE 2030: What We Heard Report
After months of hosting workshops for the Libraries ACT co-design project: IMAGiNE 2030, we have put the community's feedback into a report to show you what we discovered and what the community wants!

24 September – 8 October
We’ve got a buzzing hive of #FreePrograms to keep all ages entertained. Minecraft, Dungeons & Dragons, slow fashion, Technic LEGO®, Electronic Art, drag make-up workshops, and more.

Book now

9:30am-12:30pm, Every Wednesday | Floriade
Floriade is back and we’re excited to take some of our most popular children’s programs to celebrate among the blooms.

Check out what’s on and when

Competition ends Wednesday 28 September
Help Floriade’s mascot, Floyd the pink garden gnome, find his lost family members. There are special prizes up for grabs. Word is some are quite the Library Lovers.

Read more about the competition