2 Invermay Rd, Launceston, Tasmania 7248, Australia
Celebrate Tasmania's primary industries and enjoy the breeder competitions, industry displays, side-show rides and show bags.
At this year's Show you will be able to see a wide range of attractions, activities and animal exhibitions and judging that celebrates Tasmania's agricultural industries as well as well your love for domesticated pets such as cats and dogs.
Your children will love the cat ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Thursday 6th October 2011 - Saturday 8th October 2011
191 Charles Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Presented by Triple J, Spa, Custom Made and Artist Voice.
Few bands have made more of the past six months than Sydney quartet The Jezabels.
Since releasing their third EP, Dark Storm, in August 2010, the accolades and achievements have accumulated at an astonishing rate.
2011, meanwhile, got off to a flying start when two of The Jezabels' songs were voted into the prestigious Triple J Hottest ...
Forster Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
The Launceston Esk Market has a range of products on offer including refreshments, bric-a-brac, pre-loved items, clothing, books, tools, collectable tools, antique and craft items, knitting, sewing, beads, wooden and rustic furniture, novelties and toys.
Avoid the hustle and bustle of the supermarkets and visit the market for the freshest and the best of local vegetables and seasonal fruits. Pick ...
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
ARTIST
Melvin Tix conductor
Look out Tasmania, conductor, clown and comedian Melvin Tix is back! Marvellous Melvin returns to Hobart for more music, magic and mayhem. An accomplished musician in his own right, Melvin Tix has the unique ability to bring music alive for children - to dazzle their eyes and tickle their ears with crazy antics, story-telling and laughter.
He's pretty good at charmin ...
The Annexe Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
School of Visual and Performing Arts Graduation Production 2011 present Under Milk Wood.
Under Milk Wood, by Dylan Thomas, is a play for voices and has been presented in nearly every country of the world. Set in Llareggub (spell that backwards) the tiny village of Milk Wood comes alive with a host of fascinating characters. This timeless tale of a seaside Welsh community evokes the ghostl ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Wednesday 19th October 2011 - Saturday 22nd October 2011
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Exploding onto the stage in 2011 is their crew of highly skilled performers, with a clutch of non-stop energy acts, all set to the rocking sound of the live Circus Oz band.
Prepare to be amazed by two hours of absurd acrobatics, graceful aerial
performance, fast-paced knockabout comedy, plus much more. They will have you gasping and then laughing yourself silly. What more could you ask for?
Th ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 21st October 2011 - Saturday 22nd October 2011
Aurora Stadium, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Run For A Wish is an exciting new Fun Run/Walk in Launceston, which is aimed at securing participation from all members of the community. Focus will be on participation from all members of the family, workmates and friends while promoting the benefits and fun of exercise.
This event will start and finish in the iconic Aurora Stadium and cover a scenic flat loop through beautiful Heritage Forest. ...
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
23 year old Scott "Buddy" Cameron - as he is known - found his calling in 2005 with his uncanny look and eerily sounding voice allowing him to continue a legacy left behind by Buddy Holly.
Scott is one of the most recognised Buddy Holly performers in the world, receiving rave reviews for his portrayal of the 50´s legend.
Joining Cameron on stage is his band the 59ers starring James Nation-In ...
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
The World's No1 Tribute to The Big O.
Starring DEAN BOURNE
This is the show for all Roy Orbison fans. It is a true celebration and a complete Roy Orbison Experience featuring many of his iconic and much loved hits.
In their own words many of Australia's greatest performers and personalities say Dean Bourne -'You Got It'
"Dean is in a class of his own, the likes of which are rarely seen" - Lar ...
10 Earl Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Listen very carefully, I shall say this only once: book early as this glorious stage adaptation of the hugely popular British TV series is guaranteed to leave you helpless with laughter.
Renee, Edith, Michelle, Herr Flick, Helga, Yvette, LeClerc and the Fallen Madonna with the Big Boobies are all there, conveniently speaking English with peculiar accents.
If you thought that Adolf Hitler should ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 4th November 2011 - Saturday 19th November 2011
Symmons Plains Raceway, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Round 2 of the Australian Superbike Championship will be run at Symmons Plains Tasmania, 30 minutes' drive from Launceston.
Classes racing are Superbike/Prostock (Superstock 1000), Supersport, Superstock 600 and Lites or 125GP/250mono.
Symmons Plains is a fast 2.4 km anit-clockwise track and the home track of Malcolm "Wally" Campbell who won the first Australian Superbike Championship he ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 4th November 2011 - Sunday 6th November 2011
Symmons Plains Raceway, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
The business end of the season has arrived and the fight for vital Championship points will be sure to produce some thrilling racing when the V8 supercars return for the Falken Tasmania Challenge from November 11-13.
V8 Supercar divers will contest two races, 120 kilometres on the Saturday and 200 kilometres on the Sunday.
Located 30 minutes out of Launceston, the Falken Tasmania Challenge offer ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 11th November 2011 - Sunday 13th November 2011
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
A glittering hour full of festive fun, fairy magic, beautiful fairy ballet ... and a fairy special guest!
Join Harmony and Rhapsody and some of their favourite Fairyland friends as they prepare for a very special Christmas in The Fairies prettiest, most fan-fairy-tastic show ever!
The Fairies have performed to over half a million fans in the past few years and always present a magical, high ener ...
27 Seaport Boulevard, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
The Apron Design Market is located along the boardwalk at Seaport, Launceston.
The quarterly market held in Autumn, Winter, Spring and Summer attracts local designers and producers displaying their work including, accessories, homewares, jewellery, lighting, food, fashion, furniture, flowers and lots more.
Launceston Seaport precinct is 500 metres from Launceston's CBD, Seaport includes a 90-be ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 18th November 2011 - Saturday 19th November 2011
4 Invermay Rd, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Niche showcases talented Tasmanian individuals and their designs. This emporium of home wares, jewellery, art, toys, food, clothes and fabulous people is a wonderfully relaxing way to find that unique item with the knowledge that 20% of your purchase at Niche will be donated back to St Giles to help disabled Tasmanian's and their families. ...
Cyclists of all ages and abilities can start off the week by entering Sally's Ride 25km, 45km and 70km ride along the Tamar River. The more serious or professional cyclist can enter the 95km and 140km (including Ferry Crossing) to get a taste of our fantastic roads and scenery as a warm up for the Pro Ex during the week and the Gran Fondo and Stan Siejka criterion scheduled for the followi ...
Tamar Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Scottish born singer-songwriter Isla Grant returns to Australia with a fresh look and some brand new songs as well as all her old favorites.
The popular singer will be touring with her equally as talented husband Al Grant and his band. Her beautiful voice together with an ability to write sensitive songs that cross over from country/folk to easily listening have not only established her as a majo ...
Launceston CBD, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
The city of Launceston celebrates Christmas each year with many floats, marching bands, entertainers and of course concluding with the most anticipated moment of the parade, the arrival of the man in red, Santa, aboard his sleigh and accompanied by his favourite Christmas helpers.
Bring the entire family along and line the streets of Launceston. The colourful parade will weave through Launceston' ...
Tamar Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Artists:
Sebastian Lang-Lessing conductor, Cheryl Barker soprano, Sally-Anne Russell mezzo-soprano, Angus Wood tenor, Andrew Collis bass, TSO Chorus
Programme Includes:
BEETHOVEN Symphony No 8
BEETHOVEN Symphony No 9, Choral
The grand finale. The symphony of all symphonies. Beethoven's exhilarating Symphony No 9 has inspired listeners for generations. A rallying cry for a better world, its me ...
Launceston Seaport, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Come and be a part of Tasmania's rich maritime history, Boats of all shapes and sizes welcome!
Craft and nautical interests will be ashore and on the water.
Most of these craft are unique and cannot be recreated once they are lost. Our aim is to maintain and foster an interest in the preservation and construction of these craft especially among the young.
The Wooden Boat Rally is a family even ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Saturday 21st January 2012 - Sunday 22nd January 2012
Tamar Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Festivale celebrates food, wine and entertainment in al fresco style at Launceston's historic City Park.
Festivale is one of Tasmania's premier events, attracting about 40,000 people each year.
More than 65 stalls offer patrons the opportunity to taste and savour highly renowned Tasmanian gourmet food and wine amid all the colour and fun of family entertainment dance, music and street theatre - ...
PREVIOUSLY HELD: Friday 10th February 2012 - Sunday 12th February 2012
It's outdoors! It's fun! It's free! Enjoy orchestral classics in an idyllic picnic setting at Symphony under the Stars.
A free event for all the family, Symphony under the Stars is perfect for listeners of all ages.
Relax under a spectacular night sky and listen to live orchestral music in the company of family and friends. Settle back on a picnic rug, soak up the easy-going atmosphere and let t ...
Vermont Road, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Northern Tasmania's premier racing event is a fantastic day of racing, entertainment and fashion.
Launceston comes alive with the colour and excitement of the Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival, world class thoroughbred horse racing, fashions, glamour and entertainment.
The AAMI Tasmanian Summer Racing Carnival has been an ever-popular event since it evolved, with the February Launceston Cup being ...
Queens Domain, Launceston, Tasmania 7000, Australia
Now heading into its seventh year, Tasmanias largest one-day music event MSFestmoves to a new venue in Hobart, the TCA Grounds at Queens Domain. The annual event created to raise awareness of Multiple Sclerosis amongst young people, as well as raising much needed funds, has gone from strength to strength, as the states largest single day ticketed event by gross sales and most popular event in Tasm ...
Run or walk alongside your friends and family, all dressed in pink, and raise awareness of breast cancer and raise funds for the local Holman Clinic..
The walk/run will start and finish in City Park at 1pm and encompasses a pram friendly 5km loop through Launceston's city centre. It is an out and back course that includes Cameron Street, Charles Street, St John Street and York Street. ...
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Almost 40 years ago, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice wrote the greatest rock musical the world has ever known.
When the show premiered in Australia at the Capitol Theatre Sydney in May 1972, Harry M Miller and Jim Sharman chose an unknown rock singer for the role of Judas and launched the career of one of Australia´s most successful performers.
Guest starring in the role of Pilate for a stri ...
DATE / TIME: Friday 16th March 2012 - Saturday 24th March 2012
46 Margaret Street, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Annual book sale by Friends of the Library, Launceston, Riverside Lions Club and Launceston LINC.
The Library Book Fair will be held next on Saturday 24 March 2012 in St Ailbe's Hall, Margaret St, Launceston. This event has been running since 1998, and become a very popular source of bargain-priced fiction, non-fiction, children's books, Tasmaniana, magazines, DVDs and CDs. Recent Fairs have had ...
Princess Theatre, Launceston, Tasmania 7250, Australia
Direct From New York , Les Ballet's Elolle "Men in Pink Tights"
Making their World Premiere season in Australia, LES BALLETS ELOELLE are bringing their new production "Men In Pink Tights" - the most spectacular, talented and hilarious all-male comedy ballet ever.
From the thrilling pirouettes of the male dancers (in male and female costumes) with brilliant choreography to the side splitt ...
