Spring is winding down and the days are getting longer and warmer. November is a good time to get outdoors, try something new, and catch up with neighbours before the summer break.

Here’s your guide to what’s on in Ginninderry this November.

COMMUNITY EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

Community Deepavali Celebrations at Ginninderry

Save the date for a community celebration with Henna painting, storytelling for kids, Rangoli competition (with prizes to be  won!), cultural performances and food stall. Hosted by Hindu Council of Australia (ACT) in collaboration with Kippax Uniting Church

Sunday, 15 November 2026, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | Keep at eye on the What’s On calendar for more information to come. 

Ginninderry Conservation Corridor Guided Walk

Explore the Corridor with a knowledgeable ranger and learn about its wildlife, ecosystems and the conservation projects restoring local habitat. You’ll spot local birds, reptiles and mammals, pass through Box-gum Woodland and Natural Temperate Grasslands, and enjoy views from our newest track, the River Descent Tracks, with a rest spot along the Murrumbidgee River. It’s a family-friendly walk on moderate earthen tracks (Australian Walking Track Grades 2 and 3), so wear suitable footwear and bring your own water, hat, sunscreen and snacks. Tickets are free, but a ranger will only attend if tickets have been purchased.

Saturday 7 November, 8am to 10am | Meet at The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | Email [email protected] or visit ginninderry.org

Repair Café

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

Have nothing to fix? Come along and learn a new skill like knitting, sewing or crocheting. All welcome, just drop in!

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

Knitting & Crochet with Good Omen Good Eze

Join Good Omen Goodeze for an afternoon of knitting and crochet. Whether you’re learning or brushing up on an old skill, come along for a cuppa, a chat and a relaxed afternoon. All supplies are provided, and you can make goodies to donate to patients at Canberra Hospital or take home for yourself.
Every Friday afternoon during the school term, 1pm to 3pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here.

Silent Book Club @ Café Stepping Stone

Open to everyone, with no fees or age limits, this monthly club offers a peaceful space to read your book among fellow book lovers. There’s no assigned reading and no pressure to talk. Arrive, settle in with a drink, read for an uninterrupted hour, then socialise if you feel like it.

Sunday November 1 2pm – 4pm | Café Stepping Stone, Gullifer Street, Strathnairn | Register here.

Hartley Hall Markets

The Hartley Hall Markets, held at Hall Village Showground just 10 kilometres north of Canberra, are one of Australia’s largest home-made and home-grown goods markets. Browse fresh produce, baked goods, plants, crafts, gifts, clothing and jewellery, while enjoying live music and delicious food. Entry is by gold coin donation, with proceeds supporting Hartley Lifecare’s disability programs and services.

Sunday 1 November, 9am to 2pm | Hall Showgrounds | More information here.

FAMILY

Tiny Tutus Preschool Ballet

Australia’s leading kids’ ballet school offers beginner classes that teach classical ballet basics, movement, music appreciation, rhythm and poise. Open classes mean you can stay in the studio and watch your little ballerina twirl! 

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. It’s an hour of high-energy fun for toddlers and their parents, with no uniform required. Siblings, including babies in prams, are welcome.

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

EXHIBITIONS

Critters of the Corridor Photographic Art Exhibition 2026

Twenty photographs from 11 photographers, selected from entries by community members and visitors, capture the wildlife of the Conservation Corridor. The exhibition is on display at The Link until 22 November, with an opening celebration for the photographers on Saturday 17 October.

Until 22 November | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | Free entry | More information here.

Passions, Journeys and Imaginings by Christine Upton

Christine Upton’s survey of 130 artworks created over the last decade draws on weekly bush walks, a lifelong love of carving and a close watch on native birds. Her work explores memory through abstract blossoms and circles, and it’s full of play.

16 October to 29 November | Pivot Gallery, Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | More information here. 

Animal Portraits by Brenda Runnegar

Brenda Runnegar’s framed digital works place pets and favourite animals in the style of historical American folk paintings, blending photography with the surreal and dreamlike. Runnegar is a multimedia artist with a practice spanning more than 40 years.

16 October to 29 November | East Wall, Belconnen Arts Centre, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | More information here. 

Threatened Species Photographic Exhibition

The National Threatened Species Open Photographic Exhibition features 154 photographs from 93 entrants across Australia. Visitors can cast a People’s Choice vote for their favourite image, either in person or through the online gallery.

Now until 18 December | Wildbark at Mulligans Flat, Rosenberg St, Throsby | More information here. 

FITNESS AND MINDFUL MOVEMENT

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 2 November 7 am – 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 between 6 pm and 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 – 8.30 am, Paddys Park, Asimus Avenue, Strathnairn | Find out more 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 between 6 pm and 7:30 pm | Belco Arts Dance Studio, 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen | More information 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 – 7.45 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here.

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 – 7 pm | The Link, 1 McClymont Way, Strathnairn | More information here