Commonwealth Park
Park Central Canberra park hosting festivals and river walks
A central Canberra park along Lake Burley Griffin with lawns, formal gardens and event spaces; hosts the annual Floriade festival and provides riverside promenades and bandstands.
Commonwealth Park is a major urban park on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin in central Canberra. It forms part of the city’s Parliamentary Triangle and provides formal lawns, gardens and lakeside promenades.
Park amenities include broad lawns, walking and cycling paths, ornamental plantings, public artwork and spaces used for outdoor events and concerts. The park’s lakeside setting gives open views across the central basin of the lake and to nearby cultural institutions.
The park was developed as part of Canberra’s planned central lake and public spaces and is managed as part of the city’s central parkland. It is a regular site for seasonal festivals and civic events.
Commonwealth Park sits on the northern edge of Lake Burley Griffin between the city centre and the Parliamentary Zone, adjacent to Commonwealth Avenue and within walking distance of central Canberra landmarks.
- Floriade: Australia's largest spring flower festival, Floriade, is held here each September and October and draws large seasonal crowds to the park's lakeside gardens.
How to Get to Commonwealth Park #
A short walk from Canberra city centre and the National Library. Accessible by local buses; major nearby landmarks include the National Carillon and the Commonwealth Avenue bridge.
Tips for Visiting Commonwealth Park #
- Arrive before sunset to see the lake and the Canberra War Memorial catch the light-there's an informal ritual of photographers along the lakeshore.
- Explore the park's network of paved paths by bike; the terrain is flat and the distances are forgiving.
- Check events calendars-Commonwealth Park hosts festivals and the Canberra Balloon Spectacular in spring, which can affect access and parking.
Best Time to Visit Commonwealth Park #
Spring and autumn are ideal for pleasant weather and events; summer is lively but warmer.
Weather & Climate near Commonwealth Park #
Commonwealth Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with warm summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 1°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (680 mm/year).
January
January is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (63 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 73 mm of rain.
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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