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Held annually across the festive New Year period on the picturesque waterfront of nipaluna/Hobart, Tasmania's Taste of Summer is a celebration of the island's world class food and drink, culture, community and summer. A fun and inclusive family-friendly festival, Tasmania's Taste of Summer provides patrons with an immersive Tasmanian food and drink experience, with more than 70 stalls to choose from. The Taste of Summer stage showcases an eclectic line-up of well-known and emerging Tasmanian artists, and each year there is an iconic Australian act for the New Year's Eve festivities on the waterfront, also offering one of the best vantage points to ring in the New Year with fireworks over the harbour. Whether relaxing under the shade of Salamanca's Plane Trees watching the kids play on the lawns, or toasting the summer fleets as they sail by the wharf apron, Tasmania's Taste of Summer is the perfect way to experience the best of Tasmania's summer season!

Celebrate New Year's Eve in style in Launceston's picturesque Royal Park. Gates open at 4 pm-12.30 am featuring over 200 of the finest hand-crafted beers, ciders, cocktails and wines; perfectly complemented by the most decadent Tasmanian street eats. Plus live music featuring the iconic Australian headliners on the mainstage; live comedy, masterclasses, wine-food pairings and live demonstrations and two fireworks shows (9.30 and midnight). Tickets available via the website

Festivale is Tasmania’s premium summer event, a three day celebration designed to showcase Tasmanian food, beverages and entertainment. Staged in Launceston’s iconic City Park, the ambiance of this outdoor event is unique. Held annually, Festivale attracts around 30,000 patrons and takes place on the first weekend of February. Originally established in 1988 as a multi-cultural street party, it has evolved into an iconic Tasmanian event, drawing people together to celebrate what Tasmania has to offer the world. Festivale presents the best of Tasmania’s produce, cool climate wines, beers, spirits and exceptional entertainment in a historically and culturally significant outdoor location on the fringe of the city and is considered one of the best food and wine festivals in Australia. Under historic elm trees, family and friends can relax in the wide open space of City Park. Listen and watch Fresh Comedy (Friday) get ready to rock and be entertained by local artists plus headline acts live on stage including: Sample and learn at masterclasses which are held over the weekend. Watch Celebrity Guest Chef, plus amazing Tasmanian chefs in action, as they showcase some of the finest Tasmanian produce in the park. Festivale provides an opportunity to ‘taste’ and experience the best of what Tasmania has to offer.

The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race sails over 628 nautical miles through sometimes grueling ocean conditions. Over the past 80 years, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has become an icon of Australia's summer sport. Capturing the hearts of Australians and transforming into an international yachting classic, the race ranks in public interest with such national events as the Melbourne Cup, the Australian Open tennis and the Boxing Day cricket test. No regular annual yachting event in the world attracts such huge media coverage than the start on Sydney Harbour. Over a hundred yachts tackle the maritime challenge year after year, from 100-foot maxi yachts to professionally crewed international TP52s to corinthian 30-foot racers. From humble beginnings to global phenomenon, the CYCA and the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race remain synonymous with the spirit of adventure, camaraderie, and the pursuit of excellence on the high seas.

TrailGraze is a new way to taste your way around Tasmania's North West. Hosted by the Tasting Trail, this weekend is all about real food, real makers and plenty of flavour. Things kick off with a special Tasting Trail dinner, showcasing the best of what our producers do best. Celebrate with over 40 growers, makers and farms opening their doors for a weekend of eating, sipping, and meeting the people behind the produce. TrailGraze runs 10–12 April 2026 — one big weekend of local flavour, Tassie hospitality and good times on the Trail.

The East Coast Harvest Odyssey, known as ECHO Festival, has become known for weaving together immersive sensory experiences around the traditions of harvest, old and new. This boutique festival guides guests on a journey of exploration that encompasses all senses – taste, smell, sight, sound and touch. ECHO Festival is back in 2025 for another year. Hosted in the picturesque wine country on the fringes of the seaside township of Swansea, the 2025 program brings together chefs, winemakers and producers along with artists, musicians, storytellers, scientists, entrepreneurs and thought leaders.