In the heart of Tasmania, Launceston is uniquely positioned for you to immerse yourself in some of the world-class cultural festivals and sporting events or relax and meet the locals at one of the many country fairs and farmers markets.
5th - 8th July
Celebrating its 25th year, the event will be held in Launceston from the 5th to the 8th of July and welcomes individuals with a passion for culinary arts. With a jam packed program of unique presentations, curated plenaries, insight from International professionals/thought leaders and dinner gatherings, this is an unmissable event!
5th - 7th July
25 years ago the first Truffle in the Country was grown and unearthed at The Truffle Farm. To celebrate, they are hosting a weekend full of truffle experiences!
1st - 4th August
Get ready to celebrate the best of Tasmanian agriculture and gastronomy with the return of agriCULTURED. This year's event is packed to the plate with interactive events and live demos that take you on a journey from soil to food. Get ready to discover the importance of sustainable and ethical food sources and gain a deeper appreciation for the food on your plate and the people who grow it.
4th August
Celebrate the start of scallop season at the Tassie Scallop Fiesta.
Enjoy fresh local scallops, live demonstrations, entertainment, maritime heritage celebrations, and delicious scallop tastings!
Plan your visit to Bridport for the Fiesta16th - 18th August
The 2024 Repco Supercars Championship returns to Tassie on 16th-18th of August for the NED Whisky Tasmania SuperSprint.
Symmons Plains Raceway is one of the best viewing circuits on the calendar, boasting great views of the entire track from almost all locations. Find your favourite spot and set up for the day, or, roam the circuit as you please.
See the program and book your tickets7th September, 30th November and 1st December
Woolmers Estate in Longford hosts the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra's exclusive Chamber Music series, featuring six captivating concerts annually. Enjoy enchanting music in a breathtaking setting, making every performance unforgettable.
19th - 22nd September
Junction Arts Festival returns in 2024 from the 19th-22nd September with a lush springtime celebration, encouraging you to shake off those winter blues and celebrate Tassie as it comes alive for spring. Coinciding perfectly with the spring Equinox, Junction is the place where Tasmanian art, music and performance collide in a stunning kaleidoscope of colour, full of magical surprises and experiences to delight.
31st January - 2nd February
Returning in 2025! Festivale is Tasmania's premier event for food, beverages, and entertainment.
This three-day celebration features over 70 food, wine, cider, spirit, and beer producers. Enjoy chef demonstrations, comedy, kids' activities, a stellar entertainment lineup, celebrity chef luncheons, and beverage masterclasses for an unforgettable experience.
Stay tuned for exciting updates8th – 16th March
Experience Australia’s most prestigious landscape art prize, hosted annually in Evandale, Tasmania.
The exhibition of finalists' paintings takes place over the March long weekend in the historic Falls Park pavilion, set in the picturesque village on Tasmania's northern plains.
Discover the program and key datesFor more information on places to visit go to
discovertasmania.com.auAustralia Pacific Airports (Launceston) acknowledges the First Nations people and Traditional Owners of Tasmania including the Land that Launceston Airport operates on. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all other First Nations People.
