About the Festival
The Canberra Nara Candle Festival celebrates the sister city relationship between Canberra and Nara, Japan.
Interviews and Media Enquiries
Media enquiries, interview requests and filming requests should be directed to the Events ACT team prior to the event where possible.
Early engagement helps us coordinate access and facilitate interview opportunities.
Contact the media team at eventsmarketing@act.gov.au
Media information and resources
The Canberra Nara Candle Festival celebrates the sister-city relationship between Canberra and Nara, Japan, bringing together culture, community and the unique experience of 2,000 candles illuminated at dusk.
This page provides information for journalists, photographers, content creators and media organisations seeking to cover the festival.
Media Accreditation
Media representatives wishing to attend in a professional capacity may be required to register prior to the event.
Accreditation helps event organisers support media access while ensuring the safety and enjoyment of visitors. Reach out to media team at eventsmarketing@act.gov.au to organise accreditation.
Media Opportunities
The festival provides a range of visual and storytelling opportunities, including:
- Candle lighting at dusk
- Japanese cultural performances
- Cultural demonstrations and activities
- Community participation
- Food and market experiences
- Sister-city relationship stories
Media Resources
Resources may be made available closer to the event, including:
- Media releases
- Festival fact sheet
- High-resolution images
- Event highlights
- Spokesperson details
More to explore
Plan Your Visit
Discover how to get here, what to expect, and the key information that will help you enjoy your time at Canberra Nara Candle Festival.
What’s On
Experience an evening of Japanese culture, community and the glow of 2,000 candles illuminated at dusk.
Cosplay Competition
Showcase your creativity and celebrate Japanese pop culture at the Canberra Nara Cosplay Competition.