UPDATE on Why the Hall is CLOSED

The Friends of the Albert Hall in Canberra still exists and will continue to advocate for continued community access to the hall.

The Friends of The Albert Hall will be celebrating the centenary of the hall in 2028.

The hall, as of early 2026, is closed for major maintenance. The roof is to be replaced and outdated machinery is being removed. It is unlikely to be open till about January 2027.

Long time renters of the hall for festivals, exhibitions and concerts are fully advised of this situation but further information can be obtained from the CFC.

The Cultural Facilities Corporation, a statutory ACT Government entity recently became the operators of the hall. The CFC manages heritage buildings like Lanyon and Calthorpes House, in addition to responsibility for the Canberra Theatre Centre and Canberra Museum and Gallery.