From 2 to 19 August, selected artists from ANU School of Arts will be exhibiting their work at the Alliance Francaise of Canberra. Winners of the EASS (Emerging Artist Supporting Scheme) award, these artists will showcase paintings, photographs, glass works, furniture and more in the exhibition space at the Alliance. 

Wine Tasting - Wine your way around France! 

Friday 26 August 5:30 to 8:30pm

As Christophe, our wine specialist from French Flair, has just come back from his trip to France this July, come and enjoy his newest discoveries! 

Become a member of the Dining Club and enjoy exclusive French dining experiences in Canberra!  Join us for 4 dates, 4 restaurants and a number of social events during the year! These meals are especially created for the group: aperitifs, matching wines, courses...  The first meal will be held May 6th in Deakin, hosted and prepared by Ondine restaurant. Stay tuned to know the details about the other dates!

Membership:
$100/year (non AF members)
$85 (AF members)

 + $125/ meal

Thursday 19 Sept., from 6pm to 7:30pm
$21 for AF members | $25 for non-members

We are proud to present "Le Malade Imaginaire in 45 minutes" by the New Caledonian company Les Incompressibles, based on Molière's play "Le Malade Imaginaire."

/!\ Accessible to those with at least a B1 level of French.

Friday 13 December | From 6:30PM at the Alliance Française de Canberra
Members: $45
Non-members: $50
Includes one complimentry glass of sparkling wine
Ho ho ho, Christmas is coming to town and so is good food!
Join us for a festive and convivial evening, featuring a buffet from Savoir French, BYO desserts to share, and student performances!

Saturday 7 February | From 10am to 5.30pm at Glebe Park

This year again, the Alliance Française de Canberra and the Embassy of France come together to celebrate the National Multicultural Festival in Canberra!

On 18 March from 6 to 8 pm: The Stranger - L'Etranger

On 1 April from 6 to 8 pm: Colours of Time - La Venue de l'avenir

Discover the AF French Film Festival movies in a whole new way.

Dive deeper into their themes with a 2-hour Ciné Class at the Alliance Française dedicated to one featured film.

For 65$, you get:

- A 2-for-1 cinema pass valid for any standard French Film Festival screening (excluding Special Events)
- The 2-hour Ciné Class workshop led by Stéphanie
- A glass of wine
- Some nibbles during the session

Please note that you must watch the film at Palace Electric before attending the Ciné Class at the Alliance Française de Canberra.

From 1 to 30 September

Say Cheese! is a photograhy contest open to everyone across Australia, brought to you by the Alliance Française network and supported by the French Embassy in Australia to mark the Bicentenary of Photography.

No theme, no rules of subject - just your eye, your light and your story!

We will select one winning photograph on 15 October and award a specially crafted local prize to the lucky winner - stay tuned!

From 12 to 30 October
Opening reception on Thursday 15 October from 6 pm

This October, discover with the EASS Exhibition three great artists: Lisa Wilmot, Helen Goodwin and Madeleine Forner.

Meet them during the Opening Ceremony, Thursday 15 October from 6 pm, emerge yourself in their universe and fall in love with their artworks! 

The exhibition will take place during the opening hours from 9AM to 6PM every weekday. 

Free
RSVP required for the Opening Ceremony

Saturday 5 December | from 10am to 3pm 

The Alliance Française de Canberra is excited to present the 2026 and 11th edition of its Christmas Market!

Want to immerse yourself in French culture and get a head start on your Christmas shopping? Then save the date for one of our biggest events of the year!

🎪 Over 30 stalls offering handcrafted products, delicious French food, wine, jewellery and more...
🎶 Live music to keep the festive atmosphere going
🎨 Fun activities for both kids and adults
🎟️ A raffle draw with amazing prizes up for grabs!

So ... ready to join us for an exciting event? 

Free entry