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Australia Day in Hobart 2024: What’s on in the city
Find out how you can celebrate this upcoming Australia Day in Tasmania’s capital.
Looking to celebrate in Hobart on the 26 January? Look no further with our guide on the city's main things to do, free events, what's open and the latest deals.
Australia Day fireworks in Hobart
Unfortunately, Hobart doesn't host Australia Day fireworks.
Australia Day events in Hobart for 2023
| Event | Details | Location | Time | Cost | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Bay Regatta and Citizenship Ceremony | The Sandy Bay Regatta has been running since 1849, making it one of the longest-running regattas in the world. It's come to be associated with Australia Day in Hobart, complete with the City of Hobart Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony. | Long Beach, Sandy Bay | 8am–2pm | Free | More info |
| Tasman Regatta and Peninsula Feast | The celebrations continue to 28 January with the annual Tasman Peninsula Feast finding on Saturday. Held in Nubeena, which is 1.5 hours east of Hobart, this event sees the sleepy coastal town come alive in celebration of its marine ties. Expect a fishing competition, crab racing, kayaking and bay swimming as well as more Australian-inspired activities such as gumboot throwing. | 21 Clarke Street, Nubeena 7184 | 4pm–10pm | Free | More info |
| Kingston Australia Day Swim | The annual ocean swim gives participants the option of a 500-metre or 1.5-kilometre circuit. It's sure to be a fun day out for all. | Kingston Beach | From 7am | Free | More info |
| Women's International Cricket | Catch Australia's best players as they battle it out against Pakistan in this thrilling match-up. | Blundstone Arena | From 7.05pm | From $5 | More info |
Things to do on Australia Day in Hobart
Hobart plays host to a wide variety of activities from water sports to day cruises, all available this Australia Day.
Get among the native wildlife and outdoors
From feeding some of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary's cuddliest of residents to biking up Mount Wellington – getting that fresh air has never been easier.
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary Feeding Tour
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Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond
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Exclusive Night Tours Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary
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Indulge in an Australian culinary experience
Forget cooking this Australia Day. There's a wide variety of wine, whiskey and gourmet food tours to choose from to celebrate local produce.
Whisky Distillery Tour with Tasting, Lunch and Wine
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Hobart Wine and Produce Tour
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Bruny Island All Inclusive Gourmet Day Trip
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Be a tourist in your own city for the day
See your city like you've never seen it before. Get your walking shoes on for a Hobart walking tour or sit back and relax as someone else takes the wheel on a guided tour. What better day than Australia Day to get to know a bit of local history?
kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour & Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
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Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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Hobart Group Walking Tour
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Private Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens Walking Tour
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Enjoy a cruise on Australia Day
Want to head out onto the water but would rather keep the beach towels at home? Look no further than a Derwent River, Betsey Island or Tasman Peninsula cruise.
Sail on a Luxury Yacht
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Day Trip to Tasman Peninsula and Port Arthur Historic Site
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See Hobart from the skies
Go to new heights on 26 January as you climb aboard your choice of scenic flight options over Hobart.
Hands-on Trial Instructional Flight
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Freycinet National Park Scenic Flight
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Maria Island Scenic Flight
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Top free things to do on Australia Day in Hobart
- Walk through the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Spend your Australia Day picnicking and wandering through one of Tasmania's most pristine gardens.
- Get among the art at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG). Just in case the weather isn't too favourable come Australia Day, consider a day taking in the finest art Tasmania has to offer.
- Swim at Seven Mile Beach. If the sun is out, then you can't look past a day spent on the sand and by the sea.
- Spend the day at Waterworks Reserve. Get the picnic blanket out and enjoy a day out with the whole family. The Waterworks Reserve is open daily.
What's open on Australia Day in Hobart?
Hobart attractions
| Attraction | Australia Day trading hours | Where to book |
|---|---|---|
| Day Tour in Mt. Field, Mt. Wellington, Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Richmond | 12pm–6pm | Tripadvisor |
| kunanyi/Mt Wellington Tour & Hobart Hop-On Hop-Off Bus | 12pm–6pm | Tripadvisor |
| MONA | 12pm–6pm | Viator |
| Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens | 8am–6pm | Tripadvisor |
| Cape Bruny Lighthouse | 9am–4pm | Klook |
| Cascade Brewery | 10am–5pm | |
| Zoodoo Zoo | 9am–5pm | |
| Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery | 10am–4pm | |
| Mawson's Huts Replica Museum | 10am–5pm | |
| Hobart Convict Penitentiary | 10am–2:30pm | |
| Parliament House | 9am–5pm | |
| Salamanca Arts Centre | 10am–6pm |
Are shops open on Australia Day in Hobart?
Find the Australia Day trading hours for the major Hobart shopping centres below:
- Centrepoint Hobart: 9am–5:30pm (TBC)
- Eastlands: 9am–5:30pm
- Northgate Shopping Centre: 9am–5:30pm
- The Cat & Fiddle Arcade: 9am–5:30pm
- Elizabeth Street Mall: 9am–5pm
- Wellington Centre: 7am–10pm
See the latest Hobart activities deals
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10% off activities with code FD300
Available on select dates on destinations including Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, Perth and Hobart. Minimum spend of $300 required. Activities include hot air balloon flights, skydives and high teas. T&Cs apply.
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Available when you spend a minimum of $250 on activities such as hot air balloon flights, rally driving, skydives, high teas and more. Destinations include Sydney, Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Hobart. T&Cs apply.
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Up to 10% off Hobart activities with code
Available on select dates when you spend a minimum of $300. Activities include winery tours, getaways, high teas, spas, sightseeing cruises and helicopter flights. T&Cs apply.
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Sports tickets from $7
Available on select dates in 2023 on sports activities such as racing, football and more. Sample price is for the netball division. Destinations include Adelaide, Hobart, Sydney and Perth.
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