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.

23 Sep 2022 - 1 Dec 2024
Wisdom Through Wood – School of green woodworking
The concept of Wisdom Through Wood emerged from the Tasmanian forest in 2012. It's now the go to place to learn green woodworking in Australia.
11 Jun 2022 - 28 Dec 2024
Salamanca Market
Salamanca Market offers food, music, art and craft, clothing, antiques, collectables, books, bric-a-brac, jewellery.
5 Oct 2024 - 5 Oct 2024
Full Day Sail on The Lady Nelson
These voyages are crew training days - but we take a small number of guests. This is a great introduction to tall ship sailing as
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!
5 Oct 2024 - 5 Oct 2024
School holiday fun: Make music with the TSO in Hobart!
Is your child ready to enjoy some musical fun these school holidays? Whether they've dreamt of being in a band or just love a sing-along,
9 Dec 2023 - 15 Dec 2024
Leap and Wander Studio, pottery & watercolour 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.
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.
5 Oct 2024 - 5 Oct 2024
Nubeena Bee Festival
Nubeena Bee Festival is an event for the broader Tasmanian community to get together and celebrate bees and their impact on the environment.
18 Jul 2024 - 31 Jul 2025
Notorious Strumpets and Dangerous Girls
In-person storytelling experience takes visitors on an emotional journey through the stories of seven remarkable convict women who faced life’s hardships with resilience.
26 Feb 2023 - 16 Feb 2025
Farm Gate Market
Tasmanian Farm Gate is Hobart's farmers' market showcasing and selling direct from the producer to the public.
All events