As autumn settles in and the mornings begin to bite, we can help keep you busy this month during those golden days and cosy evenings. 

It’s the kind of weather made for layering up and getting outside, whether that’s for a walk through the neighbourhood or a relaxed coffee in the sun. From community events and fitness sessions to workshops and outdoor activities, there’s plenty happening to help you stay active, connected, and inspired.

Here’s your guide to what’s on in and around Ginninderry this May.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

Guided Walks through the Conservation Corridor 

Reconnect with nature and explore the beauty of the Ginninderry Conservation Corridor with a guided walk. 

Led by a knowledgeable ranger, these walks offer a great opportunity to learn about the Corridor’s wildlife, ecosystems, and the current conservation efforts in the area. Not to mention you’ll get a front-row seat to stunning views of the Murrumbidgee River, Brindabella Mountains, and surrounds. 

Sunday 10 May 9 am to 11 am | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here.

Fortnightly Crafternoon @ Strathnairn

Pop along every Sunday fortnight for a free afternoon of creativity and community at Cafe Stepping Stone in Strathnairn. Their Crafternoon sessions are the perfect escape into the world of arts and crafts. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a curious beginner, this event is for you!

Sunday 3, 17 and 31 May, 2 pm to 4 pm |  Café Stepping Stone, Gullifer Street, Strathnairn | More information here.

Repair Café 

Held on the first Sunday of every month at The Link Building by SEE-Change and Kippax Uniting Church, this is your opportunity to work with repairers to learn how to mend anything from clothing and lamps to toasters, kettles, smartphones, and more.

Have nothing to repair? Head along to learn some new skills – like knitting, sewing, mending, and crocheting. It’s fun, relaxing, social, and makes you feel good. All welcome, just drop in!

Sunday 3 May, 1 pm to 3:30 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here.

Crafternoons at The Link 

Good Omen Goodeze (GOG) invites community members to join their free weekly Crafternoon meetup – a welcoming knitting and crochet group focused on charity and wellbeing. Held every Friday during school terms at The Link from 1.00pm to 3.00pm, the group offers a relaxed and inclusive space to connect, create and contribute.

Friday 1 May, 1 pm to 3:30 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here.

Silent Book Club @ Café Stepping Stone

Taking place fortnightly on Sundays, this Silent Book Club is open to everyone, with no fees or age limits. You can engage with others as much or as little as you like! Unlike traditional book clubs, there’s no assigned reading or discussion, just a peaceful space to read your book among fellow book lovers.

Here’s how it works: arrive, settle in with a drink, and maybe share what you’re reading, spend a quiet, undisturbed hour reading, and then socialise (or continue reading if you prefer). Bring your current read, order your favourite beverage, and enjoy some uninterrupted reading time.

Saturday 10 and 24 May, 2 pm to 4 pm | Café Stepping Stone, Gullifer Street, Strathnairn | More information here.

FAMILY 

Strathnairn Playgroup 

Every Friday morning during school terms, The Link hosts playgroup for children aged 0-5 and their carers from 9:30 am to 11 am. It’s a relaxed space for little ones to socialise and explore activities while parents connect over a cuppa (available at The Link or from Cafe Stepping Stone next door). 

Perfect for making new friends and establishing a Friday morning routine in the neighbourhood. Attendees are encouraged to register with ACT Playgroups beforehand – it’s free and takes just a few minutes.

Every Friday morning during school terms | The Link | More information here.

Tiny Tutus Preschool Ballet

Australia’s leading kids’ ballet school offers beautiful, developmentally appropriate beginner ballet classes teaching classical ballet basics, movement, music appreciation, rhythm and poise. 

Classes encourage imagination and creative movement with gentle introductions to ballet positions, centre and cross-floor exercises. 

Best of all, Tiny Tutus has open ballet classes, which means you are welcome to stay in the studio and watch your little ballerina as she twirls!

Weekdays, dependent on term schedule | Belconnen Arts Centre Dance Studio, 118 Emu Bank | Register here.

Blueberries 

Blueberries is a dance, music and drama program for two-to-four-year-olds. The program is designed for toddlers to attend with their parents for an hour of high-energy fun. There’s no uniform, with little ones encouraged to dress up and express themselves! It’s family-friendly, with other siblings (i.e. babies in prams) welcome. 

Weekdays, dependent on term schedule | Belco Arts Dance Studio, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | More information here.

EXHIBITIONS & EVENTS 

Chasing Alice: Annie Lok

Annie Lok’s “Chasing Alice” presents the latest works in her ongoing “Rabbit Holes” series – carefully constructed digital compositions where female protagonists navigate landscapes created through photo manipulation, filtering, warping, and layering. Each piece explores symmetry, balance, texture, and colour while tackling the human experience through social, political, and art historical lenses. 

The series takes on deeper meaning, knowing it emerged from Lok’s 2021 workplace accident that left her with ruptured discs and chronic pain. Her “Rabbit Holes” become both creative expression and escape, testing our physical, intellectual, and emotive boundaries when encountering familiar and unfamiliar spaces. 

Does our trauma response activate, or do we find welcomed escape? Only viewers can determine how each Rabbit Hole serves them. 

Running until 17 May | Window Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre | Opening: 6 pm Friday 27 March | Free entry | More information here

Standup Comedy by Gaurav Gupta

Comedy Lovers in Canberra are in for a treat with Gaurav Gupta’s performance. His witty takes on professional life, family situations, and cultural identity make his show stand out. Each act is fresh, spontaneous, and leaves audiences in splits. Whether you are already a fan or attending his live act for the first time, this show guarantees memorable moments and endless laughter.

Please note, this performance will be in Hindi.

Thursday 28 May |The Theatre, Belconnen Arts Centre | Tickets $69.99 | More information here

Mental Health and Nature

Mental Health treatment is often viewed as a clinical activity, taking place within four walls. This exhibition challenges that narrow view to see our experience of nature as vital for mental health. Jenny Adams has a long-term mental health disability and has been painting for over 20 years. 

This exhibition is her first solo in more than 10 years. Mental Health and Nature offers Jenny the freedom to celebrate nature experienced locally in Canberra, in nearby farmland that has been returned to its natural environment, and in other locations around Australia. 

Jenny has a distinctive approach to her subject, drawing out shapes, adding vibrant colours and decorative elements, to express her response to the natural world. 

Running until 17 May | Generator Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre | Free entry | More information here.

Strathnairn Arts Members Exhibition 2026

One of the highlights of the season, the 2026 Members Exhibition at Strathnairn Arts is a must-see this May. Showing in the Woolshed Gallery until 10 May, this annual exhibition brings together a diverse collection of works from local artists, celebrating creativity across a wide range of styles and mediums.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to experience the depth of talent within the Ginninderry community, and if something catches your eye, many of the pieces are available to purchase!

Running until 10 May | Strathnairn Arts | Free entry | More information here.

FITNESS AND MINDFUL MOVEMENT 

Evening Taekwon-Do to wind down after a busy day

If you want gentle exercise but not first thing in the morning, enjoy evening Taekwon-Do classes at The Link. The class is aimed at beginners of all ages, from preschool age and over – adults are also most welcome and encouraged to join in with their children. Of course, anyone with TKD experience is also very welcome.

No experience necessary – the class will accommodate fitness levels of all sorts, from those with a high degree of fitness and flexibility to those who don’t. After all, we all have to begin somewhere!

Mondays between 6 pm to 7 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here

West Belco Bike Bus 

Join a bunch of like-minded people and cycle into work. The West Belco Bike Bus has a set route and timetable so it can pick up more ‘passengers’ along the way. 

Cycling is a quick, fun way to get to work while keeping fit and healthy, along with saving emissions from a car or bus commute. The West Belco Bike Bus starts off from Kippax shops, then cycles through to the Belconnen Town Centre, Civic, Commonwealth Avenue Bridge and on to Barton. 

Monday 4 May, 7 am to 9 am  | Meet at Kippax Fair, 26 Hardwick Crescent, Holt | More information here.

Roll your way into fitness 

Strap on your skates and join RollerFit instructors Matt, Amelia, and Zeb to learn the amazing style of roller dance! Roller dance, also known as rhythm skating, has deep roots in Black North American culture. 

This unique style combines different steps, turns and individual moves to get multiple skaters flowing and moving in sync. It’s a sure way to get fit!

Fridays, 6 pm to 7:30 pm | Belco Arts Dance Studio, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | More information here.

Fitness in The Park

Fitness class for all levels of fitness for the whole community. Join Ginninderry local Vince as he takes you through a group fitness class in the fresh air at Paddys Park.

Every Wednesday, 7.30 am to 8.30 am, Paddys Park, Asimus Avenue, Strathnairn | Find out more here.

Tap into your zen with yoga classes

Get bendy on Thursday evenings at a yoga class! You don’t need any experience – just head along for the slow-flow class that will help melt away tension, build strength and mobility, and give you a chance to recharge. Take along a yoga mat, water bottle, and comfy clothes.

Every Thursday, 6.45 pm to 7.45 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here.

Salsa Dance Classes by Move Me Studios 

Get your groove on with these free beginner classes – no partner or experience required. Bring your two left feet and enjoy a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Dance is a fantastic way to get fit, stay active and meet new friends. 

You don’t need to bring a partner, but feel free to take one along for a fun date night! Spots are limited, so make sure you book your spot. Did we mention it’s free? 

Sundays, 4 pm to 5 pm | Belco Arts Dance Studio, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | More information here.