There will be free & ticketed events for all ages and interests to enjoy this February across Launceston and surrounds.
The list below features family-friendly events, festivals, community events, music concerts, music shows, markets, film & movie events, and more.
1. Launceston Festivale
When: Friday, 31 January 2020-2 February 2020
Where: City Park, Launceston
Cost: See website for ticket pricing
Details: This premier summer event will showcase entertainment, a celebration of the best of Tasmanian food, wine, beer, and arts, displays, pop-ups, tasting & sampling, masterclasses, demonstrations, and more.
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Image Courtesy from Festivale Facebook
When: Saturday, 1-29 February 2020: 8:30am-12:30pm (Every Saturday)
Where: 71 Cimitiere St, Launceston
Cost: Free
Details: These markets will showcase Tasmania's freshest seasonal produce, ethically raised meats, organic dairy, artisan bread, pastries, locally roasted coffee, opportunities to meet the farmers, wines and artisan ciders, homemade preserves, and more.
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Image Courtesy from Harvest Launceston Facebook
When: Wednesday, 5 February 2020: 6:45pm-9pm
Where: The Star Theatre, 217B Invermay Rd, Launceston
Cost: Adults: $23pp, Concession: $21pp & Children: $15pp
Details: This film event is the most inspiring and thrilling adventure films of the year. It will feature inspirational protagonists with a heartfelt passion for adventure and great outdoors.
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Image Courtesy from European Outdoor Film Tour - Australia & New Zealand Facebook
When: Thursday, 6-8 February 2020
Where: Party In the Paddock, White Hills Rd, Launceston
Cost: Tickets range from $89-$389pp
Details: This event will showcase magic moments, entertainment, a diverse and fresh-faced lineup of local and international acts, performances, and more.
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Image Courtesy from Party In The Paddock Facebook
When: Friday, 7 February 2020: 5pm-9pm
Where: Civic Square, Launceston
Cost: Free
Details: These markets will celebrate local food, beverage producers and musicians. There will be stalls selling food & drink, entertainment, live music acts, and more.
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When: Monday, 10, 17 & 24 February 2020: From 10:30am
Where: Queens Victoria Museum, 2 Invermay Rd, Invermay
Cost: $5 per child
Details: This child-friendly event will feature entertainment, storytelling time and craft activity. The event is suited for children aged 2-5 years.
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7. International Ocean Film Tour Vol. 6
When: Wednesday, 12 February 2020: 7pm-9pm
Where: Village Cinemas Launceston, 163 Brisbane Street, Launceston
Cost: Adults, Concessions & Students: $25pp & Children: $20pp
Details: This film event will be the ultimate film event for all ocean lovers. It will feature the best ocean adventures and environmental documentaries, most inspiring short films from the seven seas and best water sports action.
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Image Courtesy from International Ocean Film Tour Facebook
When: Saturday, 15 February 2020
Where: Chudleigh
Cost: See website
Details: This family-friendly community event will showcase a jam-packed program filled with entertainment, displays, demonstrations, woodchopping events, competitions, free kid's activities, food & drink stalls, interesting stalls, pop-ups, shows, displays of utes and vintage tractors, and more.
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9. World Street Eats Market Launceston
When: Sunday, 16 February 2020: 10am-2pm
Where: Civic Square, Launceston
Cost: Free
Details: This foodie multicultural family-friendly event will showcase delicious international street food, including Brazilian, South Korean, Spanish, Taiwanese, Hawaiian, Thai, and more. there will also be market stalls selling handmade items, producers, gifts, various treasures, and more, live performances, multicultural entertainment, roving performers, local buskers, and more.
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Image Courtesy from World Street Eats and Launceston Central City Facebook
When: Saturday, 22 February 2020: 10am-4pm
Where: Various streets across Evandale
Cost: Adults: $12pp & Children under 16yrs: Free
Details: This family-friendly event will be packed with race events, entertainment, street performers, shows, acts, performances, displays of veteran cars, puppet shows, face painting, kid's activities, Grand Parade at 1:30pm, market stalls, food & drink stalls, pop-ups, roving performers, music & dance, and more.
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Image Courtesy from Evandale Village Fair & National Penny Farthing Championships Facebook
When: Sunday, 23 February 2020
Where: George Town Airport, George Town
Cost: See website.
Details: There will be plenty of family-friendly entertainment, displays including planes, cars, motorbikes, and other displays, food & drink stalls, pop-ups, live music, and more.
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Image Courtesy from The Rotary Club of George Town Facebook
When: Sunday, 23 February 2020- 10am-4pm
Where: Anzac Park, Ulverstone
Cost: Adults: $5pp & Children: $3pp
Details: There will be plenty of family-friendly entertainment, music, food & drink stalls, art & crafts, pop-ups, displays, and more.
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Image Courtesy from Festival in the Park Facebook
When: Thursday, 27 February 2020: From 8pm
Where: Royal Oak Hotel, 14 Brisbane St, Launceston
Cost: $23.50pp
Details: This event will feature the sounds and songs of Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker, Jimi Hendrix, and many more.
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Image Courtesy from The Sounds of Woodstock Facebook
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020: 8pm-10pm
Where: Country Club Tasmania, Country Club Ave Prospect Launceston
Cost: $71.20pp
Details: This tribute show will feature hit after hit from Elton's back catalogue, with tracks including "Saturday Nights Alright For Fightin'", "Candle In The Wind", "Danie", "Honkey Cat", "Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me", "Crocodile Rock", " and more.
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Image Courtesy from Rocketman In Concert Facebook
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020
Where: Exeter
Cost:
Details: This traditional agricultural show will include equestrian events woodchopping events, art & crafts, displays, demonstrations, vintage tractors & trucks, kid's activities, carnival games, show bags, and more.
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16. Dover Open Oval
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020: 10:00am-2pm
Where: Dover Reserve, Dover St, Mowbray
Cost: Free
Details: This family-friendly event will feature entertainment, activities, kite flying, demonstrations, displays, free BBQ, and more.
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Image Courtesy from City of Launceston Official Facebook
