What's on summer 2024
Your new to-do list from December 2024 to February 2025.
Tasmania’s Taste of Summer
28 December 2024 - 4 January 2025
Join the festive fun and kick off the new year with Tassie flair at nipaluna/Hobart’s waterfront. Celebrate local flavours with over 80 stalls and groove to a stellar program of Tasmanian artists, plus a special Aussie act for New Year’s Eve, complete with breathtaking fireworks.
Good Gumnuts Festival
3 - 5 January 2025
Join the crowds as this beloved event returns to Burnie after two sell-out years. Enjoy an unforgettable mix of music, comedy and art suitable for all ages. Doors open at 9am, with performances from San Cisco, Hockey Dad and more.*
Hobart International tennis tournament
6 - 11 January 2025
It’s game, set and match in the new year at the must-see sporting event of the summer, featuring more than 50 of the world’s top female tennis players. Enjoy waterfront views, local food and a vibrant atmosphere, including kids’ activities and player appearances.
Cygnet Folk Festival
10 - 12 January 2025
Get ready for a weekend of folk, roots and world music, with over 100 performances. This community festival is a summer highlight for music lovers and artists alike, drawing thousands to the picturesque Huon Valley. Engage in hands-on workshops and explore the arts market brimming with local crafts.
Sandy Bay Regatta
27 January
Head for the water at this historic yacht race featuring thrilling competitions on the Derwent. Tuck into delicious local food from stalls along the scenic Sandy Bay foreshore.
Festivale
31 January - 2 February 2025
Under historic elm trees at Launceston’s iconic City Park, this three-day event showcases the best of Tasmanian food, cool-climate wines and local brews. Enjoy live performances, including Fresh Comedy on Friday, plus celebrity chefs.
Tasmanian Wine Festival
8 - 9 February 2025
In 2025, this annual event features more Tassie food producers and vineyards than ever. The two-day celebration will showcase more than 35 Tasmanian vineyards and winemakers, along with a curated food selection and a lively lineup of local artists, plus the Melbourne Ska Orchestra.
Credit: Adam Gibson
Clarence Jazz Festival
20 - 23 February
Check out a mix of free concerts and ticketed events at venues around Clarence. Unique features include an ambassador program with renowned jazz artists on show.
Highland Fling
21 - 23 February
Dust off your bagpipes and don your best kilt for a high-energy mashup of Scottish, Celtic and Irish-Tassie culture at the Tasmanian Highlands Gathering, held in Miena. Embrace your inner Highlander and join fellow enthusiasts for a weekend of Celtic music, Tasmanian whisky, Scottish-inspired food, Highland hospitality and stunning views of the Great Lake region. Last year’s inaugural event was such a success that the event is back for its second year with an expanded drums and pipes display, hands-on workshops and even a quirky Scottish dog show.
Koonya Garlic Festival
22 February
The scenic Koonya Valley will celebrate all things garlic with cooking masterclasses, expert talks, a garlic growers’ competition, live music and local artisan produce.
SPOKE Motorcycle Festival
28 February - 2 March 2025
This three-day festival on the East Coast celebrates motorbikes and the joy of racing and riding in Tasmania. The annual event features races, demonstrations, Tassie food and drink, local art and music, workshops, and camping (or glamping if you prefer a bit of luxury).
*This event was mistakenly listed in the printed copy of Journeys magazine as being held in the Huon Valley. The festival will be held in Burnie. We apologise for the oversight.