What's on

Planning a trip to Burnie? Find out what's on, there is something for everyone in and around Burnie.

School Holiday Activities

14 April 2025

Be sure not to miss out on exploring, learning, and creating lasting memories during these school holidays, whether you prefer indoor or outdoor activities, plan ahead and mark your calendar now.

Burnie Print Prize Exhibition 2025

16 April 2025

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

Burnie City Market

19 April 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.

Wild on West - Easter Egg Hunt

19 April 2025

Join in an egg-citing Easter celebration with over 1,000 chocolate eggs hidden across the grounds!

Easter Eggstravaganza

19 April 2025

FREE Easter experience for young families, including a live circus performance in the Theatre (FRITZ) and free Easter activities at Burnie Arts.

FRITZ

19 April 2025

FRITZ is a non stop, high-energy 50-minute roller coaster ride of the ridiculous.

Burnie Youth Festival - Rock Challenge

20 April 2025

Burnie City Council is extremely excited to partner with Rock Challenge Tasmania to present the Burnie Youth Festival. **Postponed to the 20 April due to weather**

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.

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.

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.

Ridgley Community Market

10 May 2025

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

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.

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.

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.

Beauty & The Beast

18 June 2025

A full-length classical ballet production of the traditional tale, Beauty & the Beast is one of the world’s most loved classics.

Ross Wilson & The Peaceniks

22 June 2025

Ross Wilson is hitting the road with his all-star band The Peaceniks to celebrate over “50 Years of Hits” including all the Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock favourites!

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

10 July 2025

Featuring a dynamic line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces, this year’s Roadshow promises nation-wide happiness.

Queen: It's A Kinda Magic

11 July 2025

Touring in 2025 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody!

Arts After Dark - your new social destination!

23 July 2025

Looking for your new social destination? Working during the day? Explore the new Burnie Arts centre on these winter nights in July and August!

Darren Coggan - Fire + Rain the James Taylor Songbook

08 August 2025

Multi award winning performer, Darren Coggan, takes us on an eloquent journey through the songbook of one of the most magnetic figures in the music world, James Taylor

Arts After Dark - Your new social destination!

21 August 2025

Looking for your new social destination? Working during the day? Explore the new Burnie Arts centre on these winter nights in July and August!

The UK Rod Stewart Show

22 August 2025

Join us for a memorable evening - as we pay tribute to the songs of the one and only, Rod Stewart

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

23 August 2025

An interactive cabaret where you decide how the night unfolds

The Eagles

30 August 2025

Join us this year as we celebrate The Eagles Greatest Hits live in Concert

Echoes of Pink Floyd

11 September 2025

Join Echoes of Pink Floyd as they pay tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time and celebrate 60 years of Pink Floyd's enduring legacy.

The Burnie Show & Agri-Expo

03 October 2025

The Show & Agri-Expo is an annual two-day agricultural show held the Fri and first Sat of October 9am to 5pm.

Monument

09 October 2025

Edith Aldridge is the youngest woman to be elected leader of her country. In a lush presidential suite in a heritage listed hotel, she has just ninety minutes to get ready for the biggest day of her life.

Nimble

17 October 2025

Tasmania’s own ROOKE brings us all a little closer once more, right to the edge of our seats.

Burnie Ten

26 October 2025

Entries for the 2025 Strait Link Burnie 10 are now open! Celebrating 40 years of the Burnie10 with a bonus: the earlier you register, the more you save!