What's On Events

Explore a variety of events in Burnie on our online community noticeboard. From festivals and sports to food, wine, performances, and community gatherings, there’s always something happening on the NW Coast. Discover more about our Arts Hub, Civic Events, awards, and ceremonies. Click on an event for details, browse our calendar, or submit your own event for promotion!

Community Noticeboard

28 April 2025

Whats happening this month? Check out these community calendars to find out what’s on. There are fun things to do with kids, activities, workshops, trivia and entertainment for all ages happening in Burnie and across the NW Coast.

Cabinet Cocktail Party - Burnie

29 April 2025

The TCCI, in partnership with Business Northwest and supported by St Lukes, are pleased to invite you to join us for a Cabinet Cocktail Event.

This is an exclusive and informal opportunity to mix and mingle with members of Cabinet and other key stakeholders.

We look forward to welcoming you to this special evening of networking and conversation.

Mission Australia Kinship Carers Connections

30 April 2025

Mission Australia‘s Community Kinship Program is organising a monthly get-together for all Kinship carers on the North West Coast.

Greetings From Burnie

30 April 2025

Highlighting key moments in Burnie's tourism history.

Burnie Print Prize Exhibition 2025

30 April 2025

The Burnie Print Prize presents the best works from established, emerging and cross-disciplinary artists from Tasmania and across Australia.

Official Opening Celebration - The Canopy

30 April 2025

The Canopy welcomes all families with primary school-aged children, as well as younger or older siblings. During school hours, The Canopy is open to parents, caregivers, and siblings who are under school age, as well as children who have a booked appointment to see a service. Family activities and programs will begin at 3pm.

VDB Lunchbox Concerts

01 May 2025

Curated by VDB’s Artistic Director, Julia Fredersdorff, the Lunchbox Concerts go "beyond the Band" to showcase a rich variety of artists, genres and styles - all for the price of a sandwich.

Cradle Connect

01 May 2025

Enterprize's Cradle Connect events are about coming together with great people and sharing ideas

Burnie Rostrum Club

01 May 2025

Rostrum is devoted to providing training towards confidence and competence in public speaking, meeting procedure and chairmanship.

Mia Palencia In Good Company

02 May 2025

Following their inaugural album launch at the Clarence Jazz Festival in 2013, Mia Palencia In Good Company is now firmly established as part of the eclectic Tasmanian jazz family.

Federal Election

03 May 2025

The Australian federal election is on 3 May, giving everyone a chance to have their say in shaping the country’s future.

Voting is compulsory, so now is the perfect time to check your enrolment, learn about the candidates, and get ready for election day.

Burnie City Market

03 May 2025

The Burnie City Market is held the first and third Saturday of each month from 8:30am to 1pm in the plaza behind the Marine Terrace Multistorey Carpark.

Darts Tasmania events

03 May 2025

Two premier Darts Tasmania events, the Emu Bay Classic (May 3-4) and George Page Memorial (August 2-3), will be held at Burnie’s Acton Club Rooms in 2025.

Book Market : Burnie Emu Bay Lions Club

03 May 2025

Huge range of 2nd hand books of all kind, jigsaw puzzles, children's books, fictional books and more!

2025 BPP: In conversation with Lois Waters + Alethea Richter

03 May 2025

Join the 2025 Burnie Print Prize winner Lois Waters, and Emerging Artist Prize winner Alethea Richter, in conversation with Burnie Regional Art Gallery’s Allison Campbell and Jason Ball as they delve into the artists’ artmaking journey and practice.

Followed by light refreshments and an opportunity to meet Lois and Alethea.

International Day of the Midwife

05 May 2025

Each year on 5 May, we celebrate and give thanks to the amazing Midwives both at home and abroad.

Inside Out for Kids at the Burnie Library

06 May 2025

Inside Out 4 Kids are facilitating emotional wellbeing programs for home educated learners.

Business North West - Breakfast Networking Session

07 May 2025

Connect with local business leaders over breakfast and hear from special guests, everyone welcome – great food, great company, valuable connections!

Intro to Computing at Burnie Library

07 May 2025

Build confidence in your digital skills with this Intro to Computing course.
If you are new to computing, this is the course that will get you started.

Bringing Up Great Kids Parenting Course

08 May 2025

Parenting adolescents (13+ years)
This parenting course focuses on building positive and nurturing relationships between caregivers and their adolescent.

Ridgley Community Market

10 May 2025

Local produce, arts and crafts, there is something for everyone. 13 km south of Burnie.

Archery Come N Try

11 May 2025

Burnie Archery Club will accept juniors as young as 8 years of age, however juniors under the age of 16 years need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. There is no limit to age, so our more senior members of the public are most welcome.

CORES Suicide Prevention Training

12 May 2025

The training will provide participants with the essential skills to identify and respond to a person at risk of suicide

Dates for Cruise Ships in Burnie Port

16 May 2025

Welcome to our city, where adventure awaits! Check TasPorts schedule for the official docking details, and makers market in Marine Plaza.

MADAGASCAR JR

16 May 2025

Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favourite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.

Burnie Scottish Country Dancers - Autumn Celebration

17 May 2025

Scottish Ceilidh
Join the Burnie Scottish Country Dancers for a fun afternoon of traditional Scottish dancing with live music by Iain MacLeod and Pipers Weird. No experience needed

National Volunteer Week

19 May 2025

With the theme of ‘Connecting Communities’, let’s acknowledge the spirit of connection and the incredible impact of volunteers in building inclusive and thriving communities.

ATO Online Masterclasses

19 May 2025

Want to improve your skills in business planning, finances, record keeping and registration, tax and super management? Or just understand what you need to know to start a small business?

WxNW Regional Tourism Forum

20 May 2025

Our annual Regional Tourism Forum is a chance to come together, gain insights into major projects shaping our region, explore industry trends, and discuss key developments—all under this year’s theme of resilience.

Burnie Disc Golf - upcoming events

25 May 2025

Spectators are welcome all day and entry onto the course is free. In addition to League, various tournaments are held throughout the season, including the Crayfish Cup, Winter Classic, Aussie Discgolf Day, and the prestigious Burnie Open Championship in October

Cracker Night Tasmania

25 May 2025

Fireworks permits may be approved for a 45 minute display either 7:00pm to 7:45pm or 7:45pm to 8:30pm on bonfire night.

Rates instalments due 2024-25

30 May 2025

Instalment dates are: 30 Aug, 29 Nov, 28 Feb, 30 May.

The Red Kellys

30 May 2025

The Red Kellys are an alternative pop cover band who have been captivating audiences for 15 years across Tasmania. With their dynamic performances and a playlist full of crowd-pleasing hits, they always get the party started.

Understanding Mental Wellbeing for Effective Communication

02 June 2025

Effective communication is key to fostering mutual understanding, connection, engagement, and collaboration in pursuit of shared goals. It also recognises and responds to the mental wellbeing of everyone involved in the process.

Tasmanian Energy Development Conference

04 June 2025

As the uptake of renewables continues to surge across Tasmania, 2025 is expected to be the year for environmental approvals, final investment decisions, project development, and funding announcements across the State’s energy sector. Explore all the latest developments at Tasmania’s largest energy event of the year.