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The Kempton Festival is a true community highlight, with something for everyone. Entry is by gold coin donation, and there’s an array of free activities for children and adults alike. Bring the whole family and experience the unique attractions of this wonderful rural event.
Running from 9 am to 4 pm, this vibrant event offers an unforgettable day packed with activities, entertainment, and a showcase of the region’s rural charm.
The Kempton Festival is organised by the Green Ponds Progress Association, highlighting the rich rural traditions of the area while showcasing locally produced food and beverages. Proudly supported by Old Kempton Distillery, Southern Midlands Council, and Livestock Consulting Tasmania Pty Ltd, the event is a testament to the community’s spirit and passion.
Kempton is an easy 40-minute drive north of Hobart, making it a perfect day trip for locals and visitors alike. With plenty of parking available and activities for all ages, it’s an ideal way to spend a summer Sunday in Southern Tasmania.
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Whether you’re drawn by the quirky sheep races, the local food and drinks, or the lively entertainment, the 2025 Kempton Festival promises a memorable day out for the whole family. Make your way to Kempton and be part of this fantastic celebration of rural life!
We acknowledge the Tasmanian Aboriginal people and their enduring custodianship of lutruwita / Tasmania. We honour 40,000 years of uninterrupted care, protection and belonging to these islands, before the invasion and colonisation of European settlement. As a destination that welcomes visitors to these lands, we acknowledge our responsibility to represent to our visitors, Tasmania’s deep and complex history, fully, respectfully and truthfully.
We acknowledge the Aboriginal people who continue to care for this country today. We pay our respects to their elders, past and present. We honour their stories, songs, art, and culture, and their aspirations for the future of their people and these lands. We respectfully ask that tourism be a part of that future.
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