Your guide to winter in the city
A Tasmanian event exists that is slightly OFF centre; one where an unusual interlacing of agriculture and art is crafted into a program designed to disrupt. Centered around nature as our provider, something far greater and more powerful than us all, attending agriCULTURED enables the reclaiming of your own rhythm albeit in... Read more
agriCULTURED
1 Civic Square, Launceston
Just four rounds later, Tassie fans will be able to enjoy some more Hawks footy when the brown and gold take on GWS. While UTAS is the Hawks’ home away from home, it will mark the Giants' first game at the stadium since 2017 against Hawthorn when the thrilling match ended in a draw. Game kicks off at 1.45pm. Book your... Read more
AFL Round 13 Hawthorn v GWS | UTAS Stadium
2 Invermay Road, Invermay
Waverley Mills was the first commercial weaving factory of Launceston's once great textile industry and is the last remaining manufacturing facility of its kind in Australia. With a rich history, Waverley Mills once produced 80% of the Australian blanket market, making products for Qantas, the Australian Army, Melbourne... Read more
Waverley Mills 150+ | Design Tasmania
Tamar Street, Launceston
A timeless and superb classical ballet treat.Swan Lake is one of the world’s most famous ballets set to the timeless score by Tchaikovsky.With a cast of internationally recognized artists, the Victorian State Ballet will bring the superb ballet technique of Petipa’s original choreography to life through its re-staging by... Read more
Swan Lake
57 57 Brisbane Street, Launceston
Celtic Illusion, the Irish dance and Grand Illusion sensation that has taken the world by storm, is heading to the Princess Theatre, Launceston.The show features new spellbinding illusions and choreography, alongside a musical score that will either make you cry or send shivers down your spine. A breathtaking array of... Read more
Celtic Illusion - Princess Theatre, Launceston
57 57 Brisbane Street, Launceston
Theatre North presents The Visitors, a Moogahlin Performing Arts & Sydney Theatre Company Productionby Jane Harrisondirected by Wesley EnochOn a sweltering day in January 1788, seven clan leaders gather on a sandstone escarpment overlooking the harbour. The attendees, six of them Elders and one new initiate, catch-up,... Read more
The Visitors - Princess Theatre, Launceston
57 57 Brisbane Street, Launceston
This winter, we're transforming an unoccupied shop in the CBD into a bustling hub for eight weeks – this space will become Launnie's lounge room, a place in which you can relax and unwind, escape the cold, and enjoy some good company.
What you can expect:
The Lounge is inspired by the concept of 'third places' – communal, accessible, free, safe, and uplifting spaces that very often turn out to be just the tonic people need from the effects of disconnection, and everyday mundanity and responsibility.
Learn more about The Lounge and what's on below:
Experience a weekend in Launceston
Get amongst the winter wonder in Launceston with the convenience of accommodation right in the city.
Just a short walk away from pubs, winebars, cafés and more, and situated across from the stunning City Park, and with rooms for as little as $99/night, you won't want to sleep on these offers brought to you generously by the Commodore Regent.
Learn more below.
valued at $1,000*
How? you ask.
Simply sign up to our mailing list this winter — that's it!
Not only will you be keeping up-to-date with the latest news and events from the city, you'll also go into the draw to win a local shopping spree.
*Terms and conditions apply.
Find your favourite Tassie AFL players around the city
As the Hawks fly south to their home away from home this AFL season, get hunting for Hawka and your favourite Tassie football heroes who'll be hiding in sporty spaces across the city.
HOW TO ENTER THE DRAW
1. Find the five life-size cut-outs (four footy stars PLUS Hawka) scattered around the CBD.
2. Submit the entry form below and ensure you've entered with
a) your name and your contact details; and
b) the names of all five businesses in which you found Hawka and the players.
Enjoy free parking in Launceston seven days a week
Our Free Spots campaign aims to increase awareness of City of Launceston’s existing FREE parking offer in some multi-storey car parks in Launceston Central City. Avoid the risk of getting parking tickets by taking advantage of this great offer!