Tasmania's Off Season 2025 Event Lineup: Embrace the Cold with Dark Mofo and More

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As the cooler months approach, Tasmania is inviting Australian travelers to embrace the chill and dive into a unique winter experience filled with art, culture, food, and more. From midwinter solstice celebrations to farm-to-table feasts, Tasmania’s Off Season 2025 event calendar is packed with exciting happenings that are sure to keep you warm — both inside and out. Headlined by the highly anticipated return of Dark Mofo in June, Tasmania’s winter events promise to engage, excite, and inspire.

Dark Mofo: A Winter Ritual Returns

Where: Hobart
Date: 5 June - 15 June + 21 June

Tasmania's midwinter solstice festival, Dark Mofo, is making its grand return in 2025 after a year-long hiatus. This iconic festival offers a bold and immersive experience, featuring art installations, performances, music, and strange winter rituals. Highlights include the Winter Feast, the Ogoh-Ogoh, Night Mass, and the infamous Nude Solstice Swim. One of the first announced artworks, 'We threw them down the rocks where they had thrown the sheep,' by Trawlwoolway artist Nathan Maynard, explores themes of cultural theft and erasure, set in a dramatic installation in a Hobart basement. The full festival program will be released on April 4th.

A Song for the Season: Festival of Voices

Where: Hobart
When: 27 June - 6 July

Celebrate the power of song at the 20th edition of the Festival of Voices in Hobart. This 10-day event brings together performers, choirs, and music lovers from across the world. Whether you’re joining participatory workshops or attending performances by renowned vocalists, the festival promises to inspire with modern and vintage musical styles.

Beaker Street: Where Science Meets Art

Beaker Street Festival

Where: Hobart
Date: 12 August - 19 August

For those with a passion for knowledge and creativity, Beaker Street is the perfect festival. Science and art come together in this unique event, where conversation, experimentation, and culture collide. In its ninth year, Beaker Street continues to challenge and inspire, promising an unforgettable weekend filled with thought-provoking discussions and innovative performances. The full program will be released soon.

Culinary Creations: Feast Your Way Through Tasmania

Whole Hog Feasts
Where: Lebrina, Tasmania, Fork it Farm
When: 3 May, 9 August

Tasmania’s farm-to-table dining scene takes center stage with the Whole Hog Feasts at Fork it Farm. Indulge in an all-inclusive paddock-to-plate dining experience, savoring every part of the pig, expertly paired with premium Tasmanian wines and whiskies. The crisp winter air and exceptional Tasmanian produce make this a dining experience like no other.

Burning of the Vines
Where: Eastford Creek Vineyard
When: 21 June

Celebrate the rebirth of Tasmania’s vines during the Burning of the Vines festival at Eastford Creek Vineyard. On the midwinter solstice, enjoy food, wine, live music, and the warmth of a bonfire as you toast to the changing of the seasons.

Tasmanian Whisky Week
Where: Across Tasmania
When: 2 August - 10 August

Warm up your winter with a tour of Tasmania’s whisky distilleries during Tasmanian Whisky Week. Over 40 distilleries will participate, offering tastings, tours, and events. The week culminates in the Tasmanian Spirit Showcase on 9 August, where you can raise a glass to the state’s world-class whisky industry.

Celebrate Connection: Winter Lights and Festivities

Light up the West

Light up the West
Where: Northwest Tasmania
When: 1 May - 31 August

For an enchanting winter experience, visit northwest Tasmania’s townships, which will be transformed by immersive light projections throughout the Off Season. Queenstown, Strahan, Wynyard, Penguin, and King Island will come alive after dark, offering a magical way to experience the region’s wild beauty.

Bicheno Beams
Where: 78 Burgess Street, Bicheno
When: 28 June - 19 July

Bicheno’s family-friendly light show is a must-see, lighting up the darkness each evening at 6 pm. Afterward, explore the east coast’s bistros and bars, making it the perfect night out for locals and visitors alike.

Permission to Trespass
Where: Northwest Tasmania
When: 1 July - 31 July

Go behind closed gates and explore private properties across Wynyard and Table Cape. This event allows you to sample regional delicacies, participate in creative workshops, and listen to Moonlight Stories at Table Cape Lighthouse — a unique way to experience Tasmania’s rural charm.

From Starlit Skies to Sunlight: Winter Swimming and Christmas Celebrations

Dark Mofo Nude Solstice Swim

Dark Mofo Nude Solstice Swim
Where: Long Beach, Sandy Bay
Date: 21 June

For the brave-hearted, the Dark Mofo Nude Solstice Swim is the ultimate winter challenge. Join thousands of others for a sunrise dip in the River Derwent, marking the end of winter’s grip on Tasmania in a truly invigorating way.

Christmas in July Extravaganza
Where: Ben Lomond Base
When: 12 July

If you’re dreaming of a white Christmas, head to Ben Lomond in July for a snow-capped festive celebration. Located just 30 minutes outside Launceston, this Christmas in July event features local food vendors, festive workshops, and live entertainment, making it a magical winter getaway.

Tasmania Awaits

With its diverse range of events, Tasmania’s Off Season 2025 lineup invites you to embrace the cold and celebrate connection, creativity, and culinary delights. Whether you’re venturing to Hobart for Dark Mofo or exploring the stunning winter landscapes illuminated by light festivals, Tasmania offers the perfect winter escape for all kinds of travelers.

For more information, visit Tourism Tasmania.