Get a taste of France - Previous Events

Previous events



Défi Inter Alliances 2026

From Tuesday 28 April to Friday 1 May

Try your luck and test your knowledge about French culture in the local selection of the Inter Alliances Défi in Canberra and advance through the different stages of the competition.

Prizes are awarded at every stage of the competition (4 rounds), and the winner of the international final will receive a 6-day trip to Brussels, Belgium!

This event is completely free and exclusively open to our Term 2 learners.


Ciné Class - French Film Festival Edition

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.


Historical French Fashion & Beauty Atelier

Saturday 7 March - 10 am to 12.30 pm

Step into the 18th century and experience a touch of Marie-Antoinette’s glamour, guided by Jasmine!

$99 all inclusive, featuring:

• An introduction to the 18th century
• Hot chocolate and a French croissant
• A beauty kit you will prepare yourself with 5 products
• The opportunity to try period accessories
• A printed Workshop Guidebook


Francophonie Market

Friday 20 March 2026 | From 4 to 5.30 pm

On Friday 20 March 2026, join us for our traditional Francophonie Market as we celebrate francophone cultures and countries at the Alliance Francaise of Canberra.

Enjoy food and drinks from around the world - Belgium, Canada, France, Morocco, Switzerland and Uruguay will be represented.

Grab a Francophonie Passport at the beginning of the market and collect stamps from every stall!

Free entry!


National Multicultural Festival 2026

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!


AF French Film Festival 2026

From 5 March to 8 April and Encore screenings until 12 April

Join us for the 37th edition of the Alliance Française French Film Festival!

With 38 films presented at Palace Electric Cinema, don't miss an exciting month of French cinema celebration!

Be prepared for screenings, special events and lots of surprises !

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