Imagine a place where scientists grace centre stage, microscopes live on bar tables, and late-night conversations have the potential to change the world. Welcome to Beaker Street Festival, where science brings us together.

Beaker Street Festival is a week-long celebration of science in Lutruwita/Tasmania each August. Now approaching it’s ninth year, Beaker Street Festival promises a mix of wonder, flavour, and scientifically proven fun. The Festival invites adults from all walks of life to delve into today’s hottest topics with a packed program of science-infused entertainment and discussions, while experiencing the best of Tasmanian environments and culture.

What's on:

Events and points of interest around Hobart.

9 Dec 2023 - 30 Nov 2025
Leap and Wander Studio, pottery workshops
Leap and Wander Pottery Workshops will help you discover your inner potter. Workshoppers pinch, roll, sip and nibble our way through a few hours.
24 May 2025 - 25 May 2025
‘The Magic’s in the Making’ with Jenna McElvogue
Learn the fundamentals of Damascus steel knife-making or blacksmithing at an intensive weekend course with artist blacksmith, Pete Mattila.
11 Jun 2022 - 27 Dec 2025
Salamanca Market – Weekly
Salamanca Market offers food, music, art and craft, clothing, antiques, collectables, books, bric-a-brac, jewellery.
11 May 2024 - 2 May 2026
Geeveston parkrun
A free, weekly, timed 5km walk/jog/run at 9am every Saturday. Open to all ages and abilities. Organised entirely by volunteers. Friendly and fun. Join us!
16 Nov 2024 - 15 Nov 2025
Tasmanian Produce Market
The Hobart Twilight Markets showcases a wide variety of Tasmanian eats, drinks and artisans, along with live music from local talent.
20 Apr 2024 - 11 Apr 2026
Willie Smith’s Artisan Market
Willie Smith's Artisan & Produce Market, every Saturday 9am - 12pm at The Apple Shed.
24 May 2025 - 25 May 2025
Reiki Level 1 – May 2025
Awaken your body, mind, and soul and experience the healing art of reiki at Gifts from Gaia’s two-day Reiki Level 1 Workshop.
24 May 2025 - 24 May 2025
7K Distillery (Re) Open Day
(RE)OPEN DAY, 11:30am – 5pm | Saturday, May 23rd Join us for a day of fun at the distillery! Including a FREE shuttle bus from
24 May 2025 - 24 May 2025
Redbanks Fireworks Festival & Light Show
Tasmania's favourite night of fire, light, and entertainment returns to the hills of Nugent - bigger, brighter, and more immersive than ever.
24 May 2025 - 24 May 2025
Dave Hughes -Hobart
Join comedy legend Dave Hughes for an unforgettable evening of laughter when he takes the stage with his brand-new hour WTF?
All events