While Enlighten happens on Earth, up in space, the Moon is lighting up red!  

Come along to hear about the Total Lunar Eclipse happening – what causes it, what you can expect to see, and how humans have been linked to the special viewing of eclipses for thousands of years.

After the talk head up to experience the Lunar Eclipse at Australian Parliament House.


Event Info

When: Tuesday 3 March 2026

Time: 8:15pm – 8:25pm

Where: Festival Hub Main Stage

Tickets: Free.


Lunar Eclipse at Australian Parliament House

Australian Parliament House, in partnership with Dr Brad Tucker, Mt Stromlo Observatory and the Canberra Astronomical Society, invites you to a free viewing of this unique event under the stars on the front lawn of Australian Parliament House.

Parliament House

There is construction throughout the CBD and in the Enlighten Festival precinct. Be sure to plan your trip. Head to the Getting to Enlighten Festival page.