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What’s On in Hobart and Beyond

Your Ultimate Guide to What's On in Hobart and Southern Tasmania

What’s On in Hobart and Southern Tasmania

Discover things to do in Hobart and southern Tasmania with an eclectic year-round calendar of festivals and events, including everything from Mona’s Dark Mofo and Mona Foma festivals to the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and the Cygnet Folk Festival.

Many Tasmanian visitors shape their stay around being in Hobart on a Saturday. They know that Australia’s largest outdoor market is not to be missed — and Salamanca Market always delivers. From fresh produce and wood-fired pizza to Huon pine picnic planks and silver smiths manning their own stalls, Salamanca is a feast for the senses. This is followed up by the Farmers Market in Hobart’s Bathurst Street each Sunday, and there are plenty of other markets and events to enjoy.

Plan your trip around a market or event and get amongst the lively locals. If you’re looking for things to do in and around Hobart, look no further…

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What’s On in Hobart and Beyond

Things to do in Hobart and Southern Tasmania

Explore upcoming events across Hobart and southern Tasmania, from major festivals and live performances to markets, exhibitions, workshops, food experiences and community celebrations. Browse by date, event type, region or town to see what’s happening during your visit.

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Featured Southern Tasmania Events

From world-class festivals that put Hobart on the global map to those delightful local gatherings that capture the true spirit of our communities, these featured events showcase the very best of what’s happening right now. Think of this as your insider’s guide to the events that locals are genuinely excited about, the ones worth rearranging your weekend plans for.

View some of our hand-picked favourite events and what to do in Hobart:

Whats on in Hobart and Beyond

Neika, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
The concept of Wisdom Through Wood emerged from the Tasmanian forest in 2012....
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Tasmania is renowned for its quality produce, and that’s what you’ll find at this market....
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
The Cat Empire returns to Tassie for a highly anticipated encore performance with the Tasmanian...
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Live music at Hadley's Orient Hotel every Saturday with Michael Roberts. Enjoy a wonderful evening...
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Tasmanian Art Society exhibitions are open Saturdays and Sundays and are held in the historic...
Heritage Highway, Ross
Join Christine in the heritage village of Ross and learn how to make a crystal...
Geeveston, Huon Valley
A free, weekly, timed 5km walk/jog/run at 9am every Saturday. Open to all ages and...
Cygnet, Huon Valley
Welcome to a day of creative mindfulness with David and Michelle of Phoenix Creations in...
Grove, Huon Valley
Willie Smith's Artisan & Produce Market, every Saturday 9am - 12pm at The Apple Shed....
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Salamanca Market offers food, music, art and craft, clothing, antiques, collectables, books, bric-a-brac, jewellery....
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Partake in the timeless rituals of High Tea at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel,...
Primrose Sands, tukana / Tasman Peninsula
Leap and Wander Pottery Workshops will help you discover your inner potter. Workshoppers pinch, roll,...
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
'Antarctica is Melting' presents a powerful selection of black and white photographs by Australian wilderness...
Cygnet, Huon Valley
Celebrate spring at Cygnet Town Hall with a traditional bush dance featuring live folk music,...
Bagdad, Heritage Highway
Celebrate 80 years of Chauncy Vale Wildlife Sanctuary at Bagdad on Tasmania’s Heritage Highway, with...
Lunawanna, lunawuni / Bruny Island
Every first and third Sunday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 pm, the...
Huon Valley, Judbury
Judbury Market brings local produce, handmade goods, food and live music to Calvert Park in...
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Tasmanian Farm Gate is Hobart's farmers' market showcasing and selling direct from the producer to...
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Whether you're looking for a fast-paced adrenaline-filled experience, a different way to get/stay fit or...
Hobart, nipaluna / Greater Hobart
Peter Evans' Macbeth, with Anthony Taufa in the title role, will take you on an...
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The Hobart and Beyond Editorial Team is dedicated to bringing you the best insider tips, local stories, and up-to-date guides to exploring southern Tasmania.

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Article Created: 12 March 2021
Last Update: 11 September 2026
Author: Darren Wright
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