What's on Winter 2025
Your new to-do list from June to August 2025.
Dark Mofo
5 - 21 June
Dark Mofo, led by new artistic director Chris Twite, is back and better than ever in 2025. In addition to its signature rituals Winter Feast, the Ogoh-Ogoh, Night Mass and the Nude Solstice Swim, the festival features new work from Paula Garcia and Carlos Martiel, the Australian premiere of a massive light installation from Nonotak and performances that can’t be seen anywhere else in Australia this year.
Science Fest
12 - 19 August
Australia’s most imaginative festival of science and culture returns 12-19 August with big ideas and mind-expanding experiences. “If you have an idea... of what a science festival is, it’s not that,” says festival founder and creative director, Dr Margo Adler. See the full program online.
Winter Challenge
10 August
Kayak the East Coast waters, road cycle from beach to beach, mountain bike through forests and trail run along coastal terrain near Orford at this family-friendly event, which also sports Australia’s Egg and Spoon Racing National Championships. winterchallengestas.com
Southern Bluefin Carving Ceremony
First Tuesday of the month to August
This event sees a whole tuna, freshly caught by Mures’ very own fishing vessel Selkie, expertly sliced by fisher Jock Mure. Then, enjoy a four-course tuna degustation paired with Pooley Wines.
Working Dogs, Truffles and Vines
12 & 26 July; 9 August 2025
This all-day event goes behind the scenes at two of Tamar’s most prestigious producers, Pipers Brook Truffles and the House of Arras. Join Diego the kelpie on a truffle hunt, enjoy a truffle-accented lunch, then meet Flinders the border collie for a sparkling wine tasting.
Christmas in July
12 July
Play in real snow, drink real mulled wine and be merry at Ben Lomond Alpine Resort’s Christmas in July event, a spectacular winter celebration with live music, festive workshops, Christmas carols and a feast of local food vendors.
Devonport Jazz Festival
24 - 27 July 2025
Celebrating 24 years of unforgettable music, Devonport comes alive as jazz and blues spill into theatres, pubs, cafes and streets across the city. Big names, cosy gigs, surprise pop-ups and late-night jams bring four days of pure energy and rhythm. For the full program, head online.
Festival of Voices
27 June - 6 July 2025
Sing your heart out at Festival of Voices’ diverse choral performances, classes and events. Highlights include Christopher Kiver (USA) leading a Chamber Choir Workshop at the Hobart Town Hall, song-writing workshops and a chance to sing with the fabulous Velvetones.
Great gigs for kids
Young music fans are in for a treat with a lineup of kid-friendly concerts happening all around the state. Get ready to rock out!
Peter and the Wolf & Other Stories (August 9) - Suitable for kids aged five to 12, the TSO performs symphonic fairytale adventures at Federation Concert Hall in Nipaluna/Hobart.
Emma Memma, Dance Island Party (July 20) - ARIA award-winning children’s entertainer Emma Memma brings her brand-new show to Nipaluna/Hobart’s Theatre Royal in July.
Harry Potter and The Cursed Child (August 27 - 30) - Based on the original story by J.K. Rowling, this high school friendly adaptation by Scotch Oakburn College premieres at Launceston’s Princess Theatre.