It's Tasmanian
for winter

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Dark Mofo will present the Winter Feast across two weeks at Princes Wharf 1 (PW1), from Thursday 4–Sunday 7 June and Thursday 11–Sunday 21 June, showcasing the best of the best Tasmanian food, wine and spirits. Huddle by the warm winter fires, under the deserted Tasmanian sky and enjoy the bounty from the last harvest. Over 75 stallholders will provide the best of local produce, alongside a nightly program of music and performance, as we collectively dream of the birds returning in spring.

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Unlock the secrets of the North West coast of Tasmania this winter with 'Permission to Trespass', a unique event that grants exclusive access to private properties in the stunning Wynyard and Table Cape areas. Experience the rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes that are usually off limits to the public. Events include Moonlight Stories, a projected visual and auditory light show on the Table Cape Lighthouse, sumptuous long table dinners, twilight markets, art exhibits, local pub choirs and creative workshops...the trespass options are endless. There is something for anyone who wants an intimate understanding of place and people. Discover something new behind the locked gates this winter in Northwest Tasmania…Permission Granted!

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Island Escape Winter Festival fires up Launceston's Inveresk Precinct for three unforgettable days celebrating Tasmania's music, food, art, and winter spirit. This bold new festival brings together iconic headline acts including Birds of Tokyo, Spiderbait and Hot Dub Wine Machine, alongside local talent, celebrity chefs and creative trailblazers, delivering a program as diverse as it is exciting. Feast on Tasmania's finest winter produce, warm up beside glowing fire pits with distinctly Tasmanian tales, get up close with your favourite winemaker or distiller, or dance the night away in the igloo silent disco. Families can dive into kids' workshops, storytelling, and games, while food lovers indulge in culinary showcases and regional feasts celebrating Northern Tasmania's flavours. As the sun sets, the precinct lights up with music, fire, and light shows, turning winter's chill into a celebration of everything hot, hearty, and homegrown. From major acts to intimate fireside moments, Island Escape Winter Festival transforms Launceston into Tasmania's ultimate winter playground, where the State's best food, music, and creativity come out to shine.

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Celebrating 25 years since it all began, Devonport Jazz is ready to get back into the groove with a great festival line up in July 2026. With warm and cozy venues across the city, don't hibernate this winter, explore what Devonport Jazz has to offer! The 2026 program will be available May 2026

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Festival of Voices is Tasmania's ultimate winter singing celebration for all music lovers, with renowned performers, workshops, and participatory events. Since its inception in 2005, Festival of Voices has celebrated the joy and wellbeing benefits of singing. What began as a small group of music lovers gathered around a fire in the depths of Tasmania's winter has grown to a 10-day festival featuring local, Australian, and international talent who compose, teach, perform and host our diverse event series. With choral, cabaret, classical, comedy, and contemporary, there's something for every music lover, whether you want to attend, learn, or participate! Festival of Voices celebrates our arts industry and island home, expanding beyond its Hobart origins to offer events in many communities around the state. Festival of Voices is also committed to delivering an inclusive, accessible, and environmentally responsible event, embedding sustainability across our operations — from waste reduction and ethical sourcing to energy-efficient practices and low-impact marketing.

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This winter, Goldie Street transforms after dark — a glowing stretch of firelight, flavour, live music and magic. From 6pm, Gather & Glow Night Market brings the best of the town into the open air. Local restaurants and food vendors will serve up hearty winter dishes, musicians will fill the night with song, and fire pots will line the street, casting a warm welcome to all who wander by. Explore pop-up experiences, meet the makers and creatives behind the buzzing local businesses, and lose yourself in the little surprises tucked into every corner. Goldie Street will be alive with stories, connection, and the shared spirit of winter. Layer up, head out, and let the night draw you in. Stay tuned — there's more warmth, wonder, and whimsy to come. Accessibility: Goldie Street will be closed to traffic, but street parking is available nearby. The area features wide paths and accessible walking spaces. Gutteridge Gardens will be open for picnicking and play. Additional street lighting will be provided by the Council for visibility and safety. Explore, taste, connect, and experience the magic of winter in Wynyard!

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Lightwave is a friendly, community-connected festival experience that celebrates people and place. Lightwave is a free, family-friendly and intergenerational festival with loads of great activities and experiences for all ages and is held over the middle weekend of the Tasmanian winter school holidays. The main festival, in the sea-side village of Nubeena, is spread across multiple venues and sites, with light-based ART installations, live music across two stages, food vans, and toasty outdoor fires. The festival's signature event, The Light Parade, is a huge community celebration with hundreds of people wearing light-based costumes. The theme for this year's Parade is 'Wild Colour', and everyone is welcome to participate. Meet outside the CWA Hall for a 6 pm start. The Opening Night function at Port Arthur Historic Site - is a veritable feast for the senses with art, music, and a three-course dinner curated by 1830 restaurant chef, John Churchill. See the website for more information on the ticketing link. The Sunday, Wind Down in the Orchard is a relaxed day in a bare-branched pear orchard, with singer/songwriters, visual ART in the Pear Shed Gallery, kids' art activities and superb food and coffee with Pickers Pantry and Tasman Wood Fired. See the website for all the details, including satellite events at McHenry Distillery.

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Brighten up the winter night and venture into the darkness at Clarendon Estate. Tour the house and its grounds after the sun goes down. Hear the stories of its shadowy past and the ghostly occupants. The atmosphere changes after dark, becoming deeper, more sinister. You may hear a whisper in your ear, or a tug on your hair. Join in, if you dare.

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A fireside feast inspired by Tasmania's bounty Join in on 18th July for a fireside feast celebrating Tasmania's winter harvest with chef, author, environmental activist and changemaker, Jo Barrett. Named Chef of the Year in the 2024 Good Food Guide and recognised as a World's 50 Next Pioneer, Jo Barrett is one of Australia's most compelling culinary voices. Known for her work at Oakridge, the documentary Greenhouse by Joost, and her revolutionary Wildpie, her cooking is deeply connected to the land, championing regenerative produce and wild ingredients. Set on the open-air terrace of Homestead at Piermont, this one-night event brings together open flame cooking, seasonal produce and the wild beauty of Tasmania's east coast. Gather by the fireside as Jo prepares a four-course menu inspired by Tasmania's winter bounty. Mulled wine in hand, long candlelit tables, open firepits and great company will carry the evening well into the night. Live music to be announced soon!

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Winter is our time to return to studio. We light the fires, we set up the studio still life settings and bring in the models. It is the artist's time to study, to explore new concepts and to learn from our masters before us. Join renowned Australian pastel artist Judy Drew for 3 days at Artable's new venue Enclave in Winnaleah, Tasmania. We are taking our working from life to the next level. We have personalised lighting boxes for you to curate your still life study followed by a staged model. Winter means hearty stews and home baked cakes and breads. Your room is heated and set with gorgeous woolen blankets from Tasmania's Waverley Mills and winter blooms feature bedside. Judy will be teaching in pastel and charcoal from life over 3 days in our studio with the first day dedicated to still life and days 2 and 3 dedicated to working from the dressed model (model fees included). Join us for our favourite time of year in studio with one of Australia's best artists with the fires roaring and ample spoiling!

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Join facilitators Anna and Jilli in Ross Tasmania and learn how to weave baskets with NZ flax. Learn how to harvest and prepare the flax for weaving. This will be an excellent starting point for those thinking they might like to delve deeper into the world of basket weaving. Includes Saturday night accommodation at Riverview at Ross in ticket price.

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The world's greatest hockey rivalry is coming to Hobart, and it's bringing the fire with it. Over two massive nights, the Ice Hockey Classic sees teams from the USA and Canada clash in an all-out test of national pride, packed with high-level skill and full-contact intensity. This is rivalry on ice between two hockey superpowers, right in your own backyard. With elite athletes flying in from North America, fans can expect back-to-back thrillers with fast plays, fierce checks, and heart-stopping goals. Add to that the energy of MyState Bank Arena, and you've got a sports spectacle like no other. Whether you're a die-hard hockey fan or just love big-moment sport, this is the one you don't want to miss. Be there when legends collide.