Enter January – What to Do in Canberra?
January marks the middle of the summer season in Canberra and the rest of Australia. It’s no wonder, therefore, that many tourists seem to pick this time as the best moment to visit Canberra. Although it’s much better to visit Canberra during spring or autumn, many travelers love the very warm weather.
This is the period in Canberra after Christmas, New Year’s Eve and all other exciting holidays. So, things are a bit more chill and laid-back, but there are plenty of events to keep the social spirit going well into the new year.
Even though the temperatures can get very hot (35 C and above), there’s still a lot to do in the city and the surrounding nature. If you’re looking for a cool-down after a hot working day, you’ll find many exciting social events during the evenings and nighttime.
Whatever you do in Canberra in January, make sure you take the necessary health safety measures. Try to keep in the shade as much as possible, drink a lot of fluids and don’t exhaust yourself. If you keep hydrated and take care of yourself, a tour of Canberra in January can be a breeze.
Australia Day in Canberra
Sunday, 26 January 2020. marks Australia Day, which is celebrated all over the country. It celebrates the anniversary of the first British fleets that arrived to the coasts of the Land Down Under. Nowadays, it serves as a patriotic and grand holiday which brings together families and communities.
In Canberra, you can celebrate Australia Day together with your co-citizens in Regatta Point and Patrick White Lawns. The event starts in the late afternoon (so it’s not so hot) and lasts until 10 PM.
On Regatta Point Australia Day Canberra, you can enjoy live music by popular performers, tasty treats at food stalls and fun activities all over the place.
The whole event ends with a spectacular firework show and the celebration is held all over the country at the same time. This is definitely the biggest event for Canberra and Australia in January.
Summernats Canberra
Summernats Canberra is the biggest car show in Australia. Over 2,000 elite street cars gather in Canberra to exhibit for a crowd of over 100,000 people. In 2020, Summernats will be held from January 2-5 in the Exhibition Park in Canberra.
If you’re a car lover, you’ll definitely be thrilled if you visit Canberra in January. The event includes Driving Shows, Concerts, Exhibitions, Burnouts and much more.
You can purchase tickets for the event from the official Summernats tickets sale website. The price of day passes starts from $58, while the Platinum Pass goes up to $388.
Other Events
During January 2020 in Canberra, you can expect a lot of concerts, performances and exhibitions as well. Since the weather is really hot in January, the entire city comes alive in the nighttime. So, have a fiesta while you’re in Canberra in January!
You can also visit some of the surrounding mountains and find a great shade in the rich forests.
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