In the heart of Tasmania, Launceston is uniquely positioned for you to explore some of the most remarkable places and hospitality on the planet
Featured Events
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Launceston Airport presents TSO Live Sessions
We’ve partnered with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra to bring you live sessions at Du Cane Brewery! It's orchestral music without the formal vibes. Event Dates: Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th April
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TrailGraze 2026
Tasting Trail Tasmania presents TrailGraze - an exclusive food and drink celebration of North West Tasmania. Event Dates: April 10-12, 2026
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Harvest Market
Where locals indulge weekly in the UNESCO City of Gastronomy and meet the producers. Cimitiere Street, Launceston every Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
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Australian Musical Theatre Festival
With the autumn sunshine as a spotlight,
enjoy five days of specially curated experiences. Event Dates: 20 - 24 May 2026
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McGrath Launceston Running Festival
Australia's fastest running course. Event Date: 31 May 2026
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Harvest Market
Where locals indulge weekly in the UNESCO City of Gastronomy and meet the producers. Cimitiere Street, Launceston every Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm
Featured Destinations
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Tamar Valley Wine Route
Explore the Tamar Valley where hospitality is as warm as the wood-fired ovens
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Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
Once a quiet mining town, Derby is now a world-renowned mountain biking mecca
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East Coast
The Bay of Fires was once rated the hottest travel destination in the world.
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Cradle Mountain-Lake St Clair National Park
Tasmania's iconic wilderness destination just two hours drive from Launceston
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Stanley & The Nut
The charming historic village of Stanley sits at the foot of the Nut—a striking, flat-topped bluff that rises dramatically from the landscape. Walk or chairlift to the top for magnificent Bass Strait views.