Variety Carols by Candlelight is Hobart's much-loved festive tradition, bringing families and friends together for an evening of Christmas music under the stars.

Pack a picnic rug, gather your favourite people and enjoy the joyful atmosphere as Matt Ives Big Band and a standout cast of Tasmanian performers from radio, stage and television take to the stage. A special visit from the man in the big red suit will add extra magic to the night. Food vendors and festive merchandise will be available for those who would like to make the evening even brighter.

100% of proceeds support Variety – the Children's Charity Tasmania, to help Tassie kids who are sick, disadvantaged or living with disability to have a future without limits!

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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.
21 Nov 2025 - 8 Dec 2025
Michael McWilliams | Solo Exhibition
Handmark invites you to experience Adrian Barber's exhibition of paintings. Join us for the opening: Friday 24 October - 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.
26 Feb 2023 - 7 Feb 2027
Farm Gate Market
Tasmanian Farm Gate is Hobart's farmers' market showcasing and selling direct from the producer to the public.
15 Nov 2025 - 28 Feb 2026
Art Farm Birchs Bay Annual Sculpture Prize
Celebrating art in nature, Art Farm Birchs Bay's Annual Sculpture Prize invites people to come and explore sculptures installed along a 2km trail.
20 Aug 2025 - 26 Jan 2026
The World of Butterflies
Explore the beauty, diversity and resilience of butterflies. Featuring hundreds of specimens from around the globe.
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.
21 Nov 2025 - 13 Dec 2025
Lynne Uptin | “The Ancients” | Exhibition
Highly anticipated "The Ancients" is Lynne's first exhibition at Bett Gallery since being awarded the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Best Botanical Art Exhibit.
21 Nov 2025 - 13 Dec 2025
Effie Pryer | “Closet Dramas” | Exhibition
Bett Gallery is delighted to present Effie Pryer's inaugural exhibition "Closet Dramas".
9 Aug 2025 - 7 Feb 2027
High Tea at The Tasman
Partake in the timeless rituals of High Tea at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart.
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