Immersia: The Program

This exhibition presents a selection of Chinese funerary art from the collection of the National Gallery of Australia.

Uncover the stories hidden in landscapes, memory and deep time

AN ACT Bilingual Education Alliance, CMS Radio and Immersia presentation

Where a journey to Nara becomes your own postcard story

Hear all about pollen and hay fever from the experts, play learning games and experience 3D pollen printing first hand. 

Director Ema Ryan Yamazaki explores the roots of Japan’s famed social harmony in this documentary.

We invite people to spend some time with these five women, and to learn more about their lives and inspiring work.

Lights, camera... history. Celebrate the 80th anniversary of ANU with this documentary.

Experience the grace of the Japanese tea ceremony and let the tranquility of the Tatami Room steep into your soul.

Filipino Grace in Motion: Discover Cariñosa

A day of dialogue about the future of preservation, accessibility, and care of Pacific archives in a changing world

Experience the heritage of Japan's kabuki theatre through this open rehearsal. Get a glimpse into the process, the costumes, makeup, props and more.

Mongolia comes alive in the heart of Immersia's iconic Mongolia emblem, the traditional ger.

Paint, sip and yarn your way through Pasifika creativity, culture and storytelling.

Join us for a Talanoa and Tokstori with Pacific researchers, presented in partnership with the Australian Academy of Science Pacific Programme.

Join Aaron Chatfield from Dreamtime Connections for a traditional boomerang painting experience. 

In collaboration with Menzies Library and Drill Hall Gallery for 2026 Immersia

Sri Lankan small business resilience, gender identity, Tamil Catholic heritage, and women’s community-making in postwar Sri Lanka.

Join Eva Nisa (ANU), Farid F Saenong (UIII), colleagues and guests for this global conference on the landscape of Islam in Indonesia.

Rewind, restore, reconnect.
 

Research excellence in action: The official launch of Dr Jarrah Sastrawan's book

Let's zumba, Desi style

Mongolian film screening as part of a collaboration with the ANU Film Group for Immersia

Step into the world of Malaysian traditional dance by learning two vibrant styles that celebrate culture, music, and community.

Filipino film screening as part of a collaboration with the ANU Film Group for Immersia

Ready, set, play! Traditional games from Myanmar

The 2026 Indonesia Update explores Islamic diversity in Indonesia, examining the diversity, complexity and changing role of Islam in contemporary Indonesian society.

Experience the heritage of Tibet, from musical instruments and dance to costumes and calligraphy. 

Rewind, restore, reconnect.
 

Shuffle, strategise and play your way across Asia and the Pacific!

Special Q&A, followed by a screening, with the Director of Australia's first Hindi-language feature film

Presenting our Korean translation book club

Immerse yourself in Zen: Join seasoned practitioners from the Canberra Soto Zen Group for an introduction to Japanese Soto meditation.

Lights, camera... history. Celebrate the 80th anniversary of ANU with this documentary.

Join acclaimed author and CHL alumnus John Zubrzycki as he brings the history, stories and spirit of one of the world’s great cities to life.

Discover the music, games, and flavours of Indonesia, with the gamelan at the heart of the show.

Join Aaron Chatfield from Dreamtime Connections to learn about native plant use and traditional tools. 

Experience the barbie, Korean style! Welcome to K-BBQ - come and join us for a barbecue with a cultural difference.

Presented by Clandestino Canberra, this is a journey through Vincent Moon’s films of music, cities, trance and ritual across Asia.

Paint, sip and yarn your way through Pasifika creativity, culture and storytelling.

Lost in Coombs? Good. You are exactly where you need to be.

A forgotten chapter of Korea–Australia connections, told through the journey of one pioneering student

Join us for the launch and beginning of a landmark conversation that will unfold over the next four years.

Get your kimchi together!

Taste Indonesian food, share the table with the Indonesian Ambassador in Canberra, Australia

Forget English for an hour and chat in Tok Pisin! It doesn’t matter how much you know: just come along! Bring your lunch and meet other Tok Pisin speakers from ANU and beyond!

Put your anime and gaming hat on, cos' it's trivia time!

Where creativity and conversation spark collaboration

Discover Malaysian culture, one weave and one bite at a time.

One last gathering. Many cultures. One Immersia.

Mooncakes, masterpieces and making an impression

Shine a little brighter this Mid-Autumn Festival!

Shuffle the deck, stack the tiles, and grab a slice — it’s games night, Immersia-style!