Get a taste of France - Upcoming Events

Upcoming events


Experience French culture with our events

Because French is more than a language, the Alliance Française proposes many events throughout the year to help you to live French culture.


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.


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, Marocco, Lebanon, Switzerland and Uruguay will be represented.

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

Free entry!


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 !