Embrace the Tasman Region for 'A Natural Escape' - Celebrate nature, conservation and outdoor adventure with local culture and community.

'A Natural Escape' is a new, all-ages festival created by the Tasman Council to celebrate the region's connection to nature, conservation and community.

Over a three-week period from 6-26 October 2025, over 40 nature-inspired activities and workshops will foster sustainable tourism, local economic activity and community engagement. From nature walks to fabulous talks and a bit of art making, there's sure to be something for everyone.

'A Natural Escape' highlights all the beauty and wonder that makes the Tasman region in Lutruwita /Tasmania a leading eco-tourism destination.

What's on:

Events and points of interest around Hobart.

20 Jun 2025 - 21 Jul 2025
Emily Blom | Katina Gavalas | Group Exhibition
Handmark invites you to experience Emily Blom and Katina Gavalas' joint exhibition.
23 May 2025 - 12 Oct 2025
Oliffe Richmond
An exhibition of works by Oliffe Richmond (1919–1977) who was a Tasmanian-born sculptor who built a distinguished career in Britain.
17 Mar 2025 - 21 Sep 2025
On Island
On Island is an exhibition of artworks that respond to Tasmania/Lutruwita from a wide range of perspectives. All of the artworks are from the Tasmanian
11 Jul 2025 - 24 Aug 2025
re/JOY
Presented by the Australian Design Centre 'On Tour', a major exhibition by the award-winning ceramic Thai-born Australian artist Vipoo Srivilasa comes to TMAG.
20 Mar 2025 - 27 Jul 2025
The World of Beetles
The World of Beetles exhibition celebrates the incredible diversity, beauty, and scientific importance of beetles. At the heart of the exhibition is the work of
16 Jun 2025 - 27 Jul 2025
Shiver Ice Rink
Get Ready, Tasmania – SHIVER Is Coming! This winter, MyState Bank Arena is transforming into SHIVER – the state's only real ice rink! From 16
1 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 2025
Phoenix Creations Wooden Spoon Carving Workshops
Welcome to a day of creative mindfulness with David and Michelle of Phoenix Creations. In their small studio tucked away just 2 minutes from Cygnet's
6 Jun 2025 - 6 Apr 2026
Arcangelo Sassolino: in the end, the beginning
Italian sculptor Arcangelo Sassolino brings his experiments with force, change and some very hot steel to Mona.
15 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2026
Théo Mercier: MIRRORSCAPE
Five countries, five exhibitions: France, Germany, Estonia, Denmark, and now Australia. The latest iteration of Jeremy Shaw’s new venture arrives at Mona.
19 Jun 2025 - 27 Dec 2025
High Tea, Asian Style!
Get ready for an afternoon stacked with flavour. On your savoury tier: house-made pork siu mai, crispy prawn wontons, and golden spring rolls.
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