June

1 Local blues and Americana legend Billy Whitton plays the Mona Lawns from 1pm-3pm

2 Photographer Rex Cox’s lunchtime talk Hobart in Time of War ex­plores our waterfront during the Boer War, WW1 and WW2. 12pm-1pm, TMAG.

3 Head along to The Crite­rion House today for a heartwarming performance featuring retired people grad­uating from a recent acting course. 1:30pm, gold coin donation.

4 Can you resist the line ‘you’ve never heard a tuba like this’? That’s the TSO’s call re: Vaughan Williams’ Tuba Con­certo, tonight, 6pm, Federation Concert Hall.

5 From the top of the ARIA singles chart to Hobart, Keli Holiday, the solo project of Peking Duk’s Adam Hyde, is playing The Odeon tonight, doors open 7:30pm.

6 Ben Lee is back on the isle with his tour called ‘On Tour…Always’. He’s at the Dodges Ferry Hotel tonight, doors open 7pm. Also at Longley International Hotel tomorrow.

7 Khan (Mel­bourne progres­sive heavy psych trio) are celebrating their 10 year anniversary with a tour. They’re at Altar from 7pm.

8 Enjoy the public holiday, and happy symbolic birth­day to King Charles.

9 Coalescent Midnight is an exhibition of whim­sical mosaic art by Kyliesha Kingston. See it for free at Moo­nah Arts Centre today, 10am-5pm.

11 Paint the town red: Dark Mofo is upon us! See the full program at www.darkmofo.net.au

12 Browse vin­tage, antique and decorator items at the Battery Point Village Fair at Battery Point Community Hall. 4pm-8pm, Sat 9am- 6pm, Sun 10am-5pm, Mon 10am-4pm and again next weekend.

13 Buy or sell good quality secondhand clothing at the Preloved Market Sorell. Sorrel Memorial Hall today, 11am-3pm.

14 Spend the afternoon at the footy: Richmond Tigers take on the Brisbane Lions at Ninja Stadium, starts 1:10pm.

16 Fisher Jock Mure presents a southern bluefin tuna carving ceremony at Mures Upper Deck, with a 4-course tuna degus­tation with matching wines.

17 Mish Mei­jers’ Chats with Bats, Trees and Other Creatures is part exhibition, part theatre set and part ritual space, taking over various bits of The Schoolhouse, 10am- 4pm til the 28th.

18 Check out Abdul-Rah­man Abdullah’s confronting work The Dogs, presented by Dark Mofo X Rosny Farm. At The Barn Thurs-Sun, 10am- 10pm, til the 21st.

19 Flickerfest is back, with the Best of Interna­tional Shorts tonight, 8pm and the Best of Australian Shorts tomorrow. Peacock Theatre.

20 Take to the seas (well, the Derwent) for a special two hour Midwinter Redding the Sails on the Lady Nelson, with live mu­sic. 6pm-8pm, (also on the 12th and 19th).

21 Try Scottish country dancing at a free Healthy Hobart session this afternoon, 2-3pm, Lenah Valley Community Hall.

22 It’s sold out, so this is more of a reminder to avoid the area (or at least avert your eyes!) while the nudies do the solstice swim at Long Beach.

23 Painter Nathan Grey describes his work as ‘a lazy perfectionist’s take on impressionism.’ See it at Handmark Gallery til the 13th of July. Everyday.

24 Marces­cence is a new group exhibition at Salamanca Arts Centre. Essentially about resilience, the artworks show the transition from Autumn to Winter. Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm.

26 What’s the scent of Tasmania? Create your own to take home during a 90 minute perfume workshop with Hilary from Liminus. Hadley’s Orient Bar.

27 The Victo­rian State Ballet brings their performance of Alad­din to The Hedberg, tonight and tomorrow.

28 The Tasma­nian Meno­pause Summit is back for a second year, with a half-day of panels, talks, networking and activities, and canapes. 10:30am-2:30pm at Crowne Plaza.

30 Try the gen­tle, flowing exercise of Qigong with a class this af­ternoon at Blackmans Bay Hall, 2pm-3pm. Book on Humanitix.

July

1 ExitLeft presents School of Rock The Musical (written by Andrew Lloyd Webber), til the 4th at Playhouse Theatre.

2 The world’s greatest ice hockey rivalry is coming: see Canada v USA over three nights at the MyState Bank Arena. A few tickets left at www.mystate­bankarena.com.au.

3 The Festival of Voices is back with a big birthday: 21! Celebrate at the flagship event The Big Sing, a free commu­nity singalong from 5:30pm, PW1.

4 Book-lovers, mark out some time for the Variety Monster Book Fair at PW1. Get yourself some books and help fundraise for Tassie kids in need. Today and tomorrow, 10am- 4pm.

SPOTLIGHT ON…

4 June Ever thought about running for council? City of Hobart is hosting an info session for community members interested in standing for Local Government election (coming up in October). Find out about the roles and responsibilities of the City of Hobart; the role of an Elected Member and the election and nomination processes. RSVP on humanitix. 5pm- 6pm, Waterside Pavilion.

12 June Get your Bollywood on at Bollywood Takeover 2.0: music, glam and non-stop dancing at Observatory Bar at Franklin Wharf from 10pm.

21 June Celebrate the solstice by going running in the bush in the dark! Run the Dark: Knockers Solstice Winter trail run includes three options (4km/6km/11km) for runs in Knocklofty Reserve. Part of the kunanyi trail series, www.kunanyitrailseries.com.au.

24 June On the last Wednesday of each month, Battery Point’s oldest surviving building, Semaphore Cottage, is open to the public to explore for free. Originally built as the guardhouse for the Mulgrave Battery, Hobart’s first defensive fortification, it evolved into the central headquarters for the semaphore telegraph system from Hobart to Port Arthur. 11am-12pm.

3 July The Big Sing, part of Festival of Voices, returns to Hobart’s waterfront tonight at 5.30pm, bringing together an incredible line-up of artists, choirs and performers for Tasmania’s most joyful community singalong. Leading this year’s Big Sing is acclaimed artist Casey Donovan, joining thousands of festivalgoers for a powerful rendition of My Island Home under the winter sky. Hosted by actor and broadcaster John O’Hara and TV presenter and performer Gorgi Coghlan, the 2026 line-up also features beatboxing sensation Tom Thum, Men in Suits, Queensland Show Choir, Pitches Be Crazy, Pop Choir, and Tasmanian festival favourites Uncle Gus + the Rimshots. Rug up, gather your crew and join us for one of Australia’s biggest and most uplifting singalong events.

AROUND THE ISLAND

June

1 Welcome to win­ter, now get out there and enjoy it!

2 Head to the Huonville Library and join a dedicated art group, a quiet and support­ive space designed for creative focus. 10am-midday.

3 Help raise awareness for better mental health with the Push Up Challenge. Take on 3,307 push-ups over 24 days, to honour the 3,307 lives lost to suicide in Australia in 2024.

4 OUTspace at the Devonport Library is a social and peer support group for LGBTIQA+ young people, and for young people who are not sure about their gender/sexuality. 4pm- 5:30pm.

5 The Bay of Fires Winter Arts Festival is held over the June long weekend. Includes the annual Bay of Fires Art Prize, sand sculpting, open studio trail and more. Until 14 June in St Helens.

6 Catch top local surfers at the Quiksilver and Roxy East Coast Classic at Scamander until the 8th. Presented in part­nership with Surfing Tasmania. From u12 to open.

7 TasPop North HENSHIN! is this weekend at Tramsheds in Laun­ceston. 50+ vendors, panels, competitions, exclusive interviews, MTG sessions, demos and more.

8 Head to the New Norfolk Library today after school for The Chess Club. Open to kids from 4-16yrs and suitable for all levels. 3pm- 4pm.

9 Say a little prayer. Inter­nationally renowned singer and actor, Michael Cormick, and his accompanist, will perform Burt Bacharach classics at Launceston’s Albert Hall. 11am.

10 Unshack­led is an award-winning immersive digital exhibition revealing the untold story of Australia’s convict past. Woolmers Estate, daily from 8am-4pm.

11 He raps, he sings, he dances…see Baker Boy at Launceston’s Albert Hall tonight, supported by that­boykwame. 7:30pm

12 Step into the shadows this winter at Dark Night at Callington Mill Distillery, Oatlands. Starting with a cocktail enjoyed outside fireside, followed by a 5-course dinner.

13 Grab a drink and enjoy a live music set at Mackey’s Royal Hotel in Latrobe tonight starting at 8:30pm, presented by Island Entertainment.

14 Spend the afternoon with AFL Coleman Medallist and Geelong star forward Jeremy Cameron for JEZZA! LIVE in Launceston at The Tramsheds. Grab your spot via Eventbrite.

15 Fine art photographer Dominic Romeo’s latest work, La Terra Sacra, opens today until 28 June at Willow Court Ladies Cottage, New Norfolk.

16 Tuesday is a big day at the Cygnet Library each week with Story­time at 10:30am and Rock and Rhyme at 11:30am.

17 Head to the Madeline Gordon Gallery in Launceston to view Elements of Surprise, a collection of oil paintings and pastels by Leoni Duff. Until 4 July

18 Put your thinking cap on and play trivia at the Kingsway Bar, Launceston, every Thursday, 6pm. Prizes to be won. Free to play with a drink purchase.

19 Enjoy Friday night drinks at Burnie Arts Centre with free live music from 5pm. Bar open, snacks available, Long Room foyer at your disposal.

20 Today and tomorrow, head to the Silverdone to shop local and support the makers at the Tasmanian Made Winter Market, 10am-4pm with free entry and free parking.

21 Head to Freycinet today for the trail run­ning event Endorfun. Beginners can try the 11 km circuit. More experienced? Take on the full 29 km circuit

24 Looking for something fun midweek? Grab your mates and join the Trivia Night at The Pier, Ulverstone every Wednesday from 7pm. Book your table.

25 Learn how to mend or decorate your denim garments with Sashi­ko-style stitching, a traditional Japanese technique. The Re­Dress Hub, Launces­ton, multiple dates.

26 Head to the Gorge Scenic Chairlift for A Chair and a Yarn, a one-way ride over the Cataract Gorge and a walking tour with Wal­laby Walkabout for the Off Season. $35, book via Eventbrite.

27 Grain of the Silos hosts Food, Fire and Winter Frivolity, a roaming feast across outdoor cooking stations, curated by Massimo Mele. 4pm-8pm, tickets $89, under 12 free entry.

28 Bicheno Beams start­ed last night, now on until 25 July. View the free laser light show at 6:30pm each night. There’s alternating shows, so go two nights to see both.

29 After school today (and weekly) there’s a Gaming for Youth session at the Kini­matatakinta/George Town Library, 3:15pm.

30 Local li­braries offer more than just books! Today Queenstown Library is hosting Dungeons and Dragons, 3:30pm and Burnie has Storytime at 10:30am.

July

1 Swap pen-and-paper trivia for an interactive buzzer variety at Reggie Bar, Launceston. Buy a drink and it’s free. Everyone welcome, prizes to be won

3 Finding Hope in Uncertain Times: Stories of Resilience is a night of storytelling with Bob Brown and Nigel Brennan, dinner and drinks at Cygnet Primary, 6pm-9:30pm. Tix Humanitix.

4 The Somerset Surf Lifesaving Club has live music tonight, featuring Blurred Vision, a 4-piece pub rock band. 7pm-11:30pm.

5 Catch Casey Donovan on her national tour, THIS IS ME, at Josef Chromy, Relbia. Tickets via Festival of Voices.

MORE AROUND THE ISLAND

19-22 June Celebrate the Winter Solstice with Danielle from Yoga in Nature, with a restorative three-night retreat at Freycinet Lodge, set within the beauty of Frey­cinet National Park. As the sun begins its return to the Southern Hemisphere, you can pause, reflect, and realign. Enjoy daily yoga, restorative yoga, candlelit meditations and yoga nidra all in the warmth of Freycinet Lodge. Shared and private cabin options available. where open fires and ocean views invite you to truly unwind. This is your time to slow down, reconnect, and gather energy.

21 June Scots, and Scots-at-heart, will love this unique dining experi­ence inside a beautifully restored 1857 heritage sandstone church in Campbell town. Guests will be welcomed in true Scottish style, piped into The Church by a traditional bagpiper and a special solo performance to follow after dessert. Enjoy a substan­tial Scottish buffet-style lunch – highlights include comforting classics such as Cullen Skink and Cock-a-Leekie soups, Haggis with Neeps & Tatties, Balmoral Chicken, Scottish Beef Stew, Lorne Sausage, and a selection of traditional Scottish desserts in­cluding Clootie Dumpling, Cra­nachan and shortbread. 12pm- 3pm. Tickets via Eventbrite.

3-5 July You’re invited to the Island Escape Winter Festival, a three-day celebration transforming Launceston’s Inveresk Precinct into a winter wonderland of live music, local food and drink, art, and community. Lean into winter with a program that mixes major headline acts, including Birds of Tokyo, Spiderbait and Dub Step Time Machine, immersive story­telling, and playful experiences for all ages. Expect crackling firelight throughout the site, local winter flavours, and a stacked arts and culture layer including installations, light shows, and roaming performers.