Celebrate in the Park

As the flagship event of the Canberra Festival, Celebrate in the Park 2009 will be bigger and better than ever, as Canberra turn 96 and we count down to the centenary.

Lock in Monday 9 March 2009 at Commonwealth Park and get ready to party at Stage 88 with some fantastic entertainment, a big birthday cake, plenty for the kids and special surprises along the way!

In 2008, over 30,000 people celebrated in style as Canberra turned 95 at Commonwealth Park on Monday 10 March.

Stage 88 came alive with Human Nature, pop diva Ricki-Lee and Aussie rock legends Mental as Anything all featuring live at the massive party in the park.

Local Canberra legends Ashleigh Mannix, Andi and George, Low Key and Chase the Sun blew away the crowd, as the park enjoyed special 95th birthday balloons, birthday cake, rides and amusements for the young and old!

The kids 'Little Big Top' was action packed with the ABC for Kids performers Jay Laga'aia, Spot, Fifi, Bumble and the Koala Brothers.

'Cellar-brate' was well attended with several local wineries and a variety of food concessions getting into the spirit of the birthday celebrations.

To conclude the party, a spectacular fireworks display lit up the Canberra sky.

2009 promises to be a celebration not to be missed.

Program details coming soon!

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