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.
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.
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.
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.
