Five days of boisterous fun celebrating Tasmania’s artistic talent, this intimate festival offers live music, cabaret, circus arts, food and drink and a special Little Devil section featuring children’s shows. A Launceston must. First week of September 2020. Free and ticketed events.
You’ll find fun for the whole family at this traditional event that has been taking place annually for over 140 years and celebrates Tasmania’s agricultural and forestry sectors with serious competitions, many lighthearted antics and all the fun of the fair. 8 October 2020.
Launceston is the Tasmanian location of this gruelling compilation of marathons that will see some runners run 7 marathons in 7 states in 7 days in aid of charity. Those with more modest ambition can join them on just one of the state races in July 2020. Register online to participate.
Footy fans best not miss the exciting fixtures scheduled between April and July at the UTAS Stadium when Hawthorn takes on Carlon, Port Adelaide, Fremantle and finally the Brisbane Lions in the 2020 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. Dates for 2020 TBA. Tickets will become available online.
This jazz festival with a growing reputation features Tasmanian, Australian and international acts playing all genres of jazz in a great diversity of venues. It’s also noted for a programme that attracts musicians and audiences of all ages. 23 – 26 July 2020.
Come and meet the folks behind the best whiskies in Northern Tasmania when Launceston plays host to a special tasting as part of this island-wide annual festival. Alternatively, join the tour that visits the best distilleries in the region. August 2019. Exact dates for 2020 TBA.