Canberra Day Australia
Follow @WrldEventsDailyCanberra Day is a public holiday in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) that commemorates the naming of Canberra as the capital city of Australia on 11 March 1913.
Canberra Day is celebrated with a variety of events and activities, including:
- The National Flag Raising Ceremony: The National Flag Raising Ceremony is held at the Australian War Memorial on the morning of Canberra Day. The ceremony includes the raising of the Australian flag, a wreath-laying ceremony, and a flypast by the Royal Australian Air Force.
- The Canberra Day Regatta: The Canberra Day Regatta is a rowing regatta that is held on Lake Burley Griffin on Canberra Day. The regatta features a variety of races, including races for men, women, and children.
- The Canberra Day Festival: The Canberra Day Festival is a community festival that is held in Civic Square on Canberra Day. The festival features live music, food stalls, and children's activities.
Here are some additional facts about Canberra Day:
- Canberra Day was first celebrated in 1913.
- Canberra Day is a public holiday in the ACT only.
- The National Flag Raising Ceremony has been held every year since 1913.
- The Canberra Day Regatta has been held every year since 1920.
- The Canberra Day Festival has been held every year since 1988.
Canberra Day is a great opportunity to learn about the history of Canberra and to celebrate the city's unique culture. If you are in Canberra on Canberra Day, I encourage you to attend one of the many events and activities that are taking place.
Here are some ideas for how to celebrate Canberra Day:
- Visit the Australian War Memorial
- Go for a swim in Lake Burley Griffin
- Have a picnic in one of Canberra's many parks
- Attend the Canberra Day Regatta
- Visit the National Gallery of Australia
- See a show at the Canberra Theatre Centre
- Go to a restaurant in Civic Square
- Have a drink at one of Canberra's many bars