Unveiling the wild, weird, and wonderful side of the city. Here’s a list of all the local mischief happening around Hobart this Dark Mofo.
From boat parties on the Derwent, to boozy late-night shopping, warehouse raves, and jazz that lingers long after midnight.
Grab your pals, dust off the winter coats, find that beanie you swore you lost, and lace up your comfiest boots.
The city’s calling – and it’s ready to play.
Dark Drinks
📍 Society Salamanca
🗓 Wednesday, June 4 – 9
Descend into Society’s depths and explore a menu of elixirs crafted to challenge the status quo. Sip, surrender, and let the night take over.
Six Russell Bistro x Ranita Ramen
📍 Six Russell Bistro
🗓 Wednesday, June 4 – 7 and 11 – 14
They’ll be pouring the good stuff, serving up stand-up snacks designed for one hand; oysters, abalone royale etc leaving your other hand free for a drink. May we suggest a martini (very good.) No bookings. Walk-ins only. Drop by, or settle in – stay as long as it feels good.
‘Between Realms’ – opening night
📍 Good Grief Studios
🗓 Thursday, June 5 at 4pm
An immersive exhibition by Adam Hsieh and Nathan Beard exploring identity, memory, and transformation through multi-sensory works. Opening night performances from 7pm.
The Listening Lounge
📍The Still
🗓 Thursday, June 5 – 15
Vinyl-rich blends of hip-hop, soul, and house. Whisky drinks by DARK LARK, snacks by Season & Fire
A Salvage Tasting at S.c.h.o.l.e with Living Wines
📍S.c.h.o.l.e
🗓 Thursday, June 5 at 2pm
A rare tasting of wines nearly lost to a cooling mishap. Chilled to the edge, but still showing promise.
Come be a guinea pig and taste these beloved bottles at a hugely reduced price.
📍 Ours
🗓 Thursday, June 5 – 15
Pretty special one. This will be the first time publicly they’re opening their doors. Eight nights of good music, good people, and a few drinks. Swing by, it’ll be nice time!
Dark Pablo’s
📍 Pablo’s Cocktails and Dreams
🗓 Thursday, June 5 – 8 and 11 – 15
Hobart’s home of late-night jazz. Pablo’s will be hosting some major talent this festival period. Check the full program here.
Shameless Shopping
📍 Shalldesign
🗓 Friday, June 6 at 5pm
Shameless shopping, drinks, and snackery. Velvet bucket hats and other dark delights await.
Mofo Supper Sitting at Fico
📍 Fico
🗓 June 6, 7 + 14, 15 at 9PM
Dark Mofo nights call for after-hours indulgence. Fico is running a special 9pm dinner sitting, ideal for those keeping festival hours.
Hobart Run Club
📍 Parliament Lawns, Salamanca
🗓 Friday, June 6 at 5:45pm
Charge your headtorch. Lace up. Wear black and red.
Prizes to be bagged!
Shop til you drop, Sip while you slay
📍 Becker Minty
🗓 Friday, June 6 at 5.30pm
Hosted by the iconic Joshua Heath, this moody soirée blends bold art, exclusive pieces, flowing drinks, and fabulous chaos. Featuring Paul O’Connor’s new exhibition EXTINCT/IMAGINED.
No bookings. Just bring the drama.
Dark Lime
📍 Twisted Lime
🗓 Friday, June 6 – 14
Dark Lime presents multiple themed nights during the Dark Mofo festival. Full program here!
After Dark Jazz
📍 The Den Salamanca
🗓 Friday, June 6, 8, 13, 15
The fires will be roaring and the cocktails flowing. Featuring multiple nights of live jazz – it’s time to cozy up and sink into the Den.
Natty Waves
📍 Spirit of Hobart
🗓 Friday, June 6, 14 – 16
Have a dance on the Derwent – Natty Waves has become an absolute annual highlight for us locals. A floating natural wine bar, paired with divine snacks with an unreal surreal soundtrack. Say no moreee, it’s actually too good to miss.
Tix here!
🔮 Readings After Dark
📍 T-Bone Brewing Co, Upstairs
🗓 Friday, June 6 – 7 and 13 – 14
Tarot, oracle, bones, and pendulums – Hobart’s finest readers offer insight, guidance, and a touch of mystery as you wander through the dark. From 6 – 9pm. Bookings recommended!
A Feast by the fire (BYO)
📍 Novellino Eatery
🗓 Saturday, June 7
Secure a seat at an Italian feast. Six courses with a uniquely Tasmanian twist. Book here.
Ticcle
📍 4 Warwick St, Hobart
🗓 Saturday, June 7 – 15
Don’t sleep on this – the multi-day lineup is stacked with big names. Take a proper look and grab your tix here.
Limited capacity!
La Dark Sardina Returns
📍 La Sardina Loca
🗓 Saturday, June 7, 14 – 15
Free entry dancefloor to one of the prettiest courtyards to hang. Local DJs, delicious drinks, yummy food – the good times will be flowing.
Staple Coffee Breakfast Rave
📍 Staple Coffee
🗓 Sunday, June 8, from 4am – 9am
Sunrise rave with brews, breakfast, and beats. Whether you’re rolling in or rising early, this is the place to be.
Mama Bake Sale
📍 Pitzi Pasta Bar
🗓 Sunday, June 8 from 9am
Sourdough croissants and cult favourites like the Espressomisù and Bloody Mary croissant.
Serving from 9AM until sold out.
Week 2: June 9 – 15
Late Night Shopping + Mulled Wine
📍 Lily and Dot
🗓 Friday, June 13 from 4pm – 6pm
On Friday 13th & Lily & Dot are open after dark! 🖤 Right opposite Dark MOFO venue, Basilica (the old Korean Baptist church), which has free entry and plenty of MOFO action from 4pm. ❌ Swing by for mulled wine and grab a a pair of mittens and a beanie to keep you warm this weekend.
Breaking Bread, Spilling Shadows
📍 Willing Wine
🗓 Tuesday, June 10 – 14
Guest chef Travis Goodlet joins Ryan Dolan for five nights of neo-bistro indulgence: hand-cut pasta, bold Tasmanian flavours, wild-ferment wines, and cocktails with a dark twist. Bookings here.
Little Music Party
📍 Twisted Lime
🗓 Wednesday, June 11 at 8pm
A night spotlighting Hobart’s underground talent – often overlooked, never outshone.
Rouge & Revved at Rude Boy
📍 Rude Boy
🗓 Wednesday, June 11 from 7pm
Femme-fuelled bar takeover with powerhouse bartenders and a fiery drag performance. Walk-ins only.
Midnight Ramen
📍 Bar Wa Izakaya
🗓 Friday, June 13 – 14 only
The cult favourite returns. Rejuvenate with late night noodles. Bookings essential.
Aloft x Nat Thaipun
📍 Aloft Restaurant | 🗓 June 13 & 14 only
A two-night-only collaboration with MasterChef Australia 2024 winner Nat Thaipun (Nat Wolf). Expect bold, globally inspired dishes rooted in Thai tradition and Tasmanian produce.
Redding the Sails
📍 The Lady Nelson
🗓 Friday, June 13 & 20
Ahoy! Step aboard Hobart’s iconic tall ship for a two-hour twilight sail across the River Derwent. Enjoy live music on deck, hearty soup and snacks, and the glow of the city’s red-lit skyline. Come dressed in red and embrace the winter ritual.
Dark Fringe
📍 Theatre Royal
🗓 Saturday, June 14
Part confession, part satire, part resurrection. A surreal, emotional, and unforgettable theatrical experience. Two sessions, 2pm and 7pm.
Salon des Vins – Bottle Tops
📍 Deep South Brewing Co
🗓 Sunday, June 15 from 1pm
A wine party to wind down after the Dark MOFO festivities, brought to you by the good folk at Bottle Tops. Join for an afternoon of vino, beer, cider and amaro. An annual celebration of wine, community, and good chaos.
Tastings commence from 1pm. Tickets here.
Waiting Room – Katatsumori
📍 Somewhere Coffee Bar
🗓 Friday, June 20 – 22, 5pm – late
A three-night art-and-cocktail fever dream inspired by the surreal film Katatsumori. Five artworks. Five matching cocktails. Vinyl spinning. Shadows flickering. Free entry. Walk-in only.
It’s time to rug up and get down Hobart. Time to enter the Dark Mofo portal. See you there x