What’s On in Hobart This Weekend (7–8 March 2026)

This weekend in Hobart (7-8 March 2026) is set to be the perfect introduction to Autumn with just a gentle nip in the air. It’s the ideal weather for a wander, whether that’s a self-guided tour around town, a trip to the French Flea Markets or a nibble through the multiple foodie events taking place across the city this weekend. This editor-approved list will help you curate a weekend to remember.

It’s the season to wander, sip, and soak it all in — here’s what’s on in Hobart this weekend. Read on for tickets, dates and timings.

Editor’s Picks

French Flea Market at The Conservatory, Sassafras

Once a year, the Tasmanian Food & Wine Conservatory transforms into a pocket of provincial France — gardens open, music drifting through the trees, and stalls laden with antiques, vintage pieces and beautiful oddities sourced from collectors across the state. Crepes and coffee scent the air, a glass of wine in hand feels almost mandatory, and the whole day moves at an easy, charming pace. Wander, browse, uncover something with history, and let the Conservatory do what it does best: make you feel transported.

Where: Tasmanian Food & Wine Conservatory, Sassafras
When: Sunday 8 March, 10am to 3pm
Cost: Free
Best For: Markets; Couples; Group catch-ups; Food & drink lovers; Locals
Need to Know: Whilst most stalls will take card, it’s always good idea to bring a little cash with you, too.

Tasmania’s Seafood Festival

There’s always a food fest happening in Hobart and that might just be one of our favourite things about this harbour city. This March will see the inaugural Seafood Festival take place, thanks to Mures Tasmania. You can look forward to three days of tip-top fare from local producers, free tastings, free meet the producer sessions and chats with fishers, farmers, distillers and wine makers.

Where: Victoria Dock, Hobart Waterfront
When: Saturday 7 March to Monday 9 March, 11am to 10pm
Cost: Free
Best For: Festivals; Food & drink lovers; Community events; Free events; Locals
Need to Know: There is a lot! In order to make the most of (and the space in your tummy!) we recommend pre-planning your day by consulting the program

Eat & Drink

Flamin’ Barbecue Festival

If you like your meats smoked, grilled or charcoal, a visit to Flamin‘s barbecue fest is your March priority. On top of vendors serving up every kind of barbecued meat imaginable, you’ll get to explore stalls doing the most to help you lean into your grill king era, from artisan sauces and rubs, to pickles, chopping boards and knives. And to round it all out? A soundtrack of live music.

Where: Regatta Grounds Hobart
When: Saturday 7 March to Sunday 8 March
Cost: From $22.50
Best For: Festivals; Food & drink lovers; Live music fans; Group catch-ups; Locals
Need to Know: Kids under 16 are free with a paying adult.

Street Eats @ Franko

Kick off February with Friday nights full of music, street food and community spirit. Championing local produce and makers, this lively street food fest hosts everyone from distilleries and brewers through to smoked meats, bao and dumplings.

You can find out who will be taking over the bandstand each week here and decide on your plan of attack, food-wise, here.

Where: Franklin Square, Hobart
When: Every Friday until 24 April 2026
Cost: Free
Best For: Festivals; Food & drink lovers; Community events; Live music fans; Locals
Need to Know: Check weekly band line-up before attending.

Arts & Culture

In the end, the beginning — Arcangelo Sassolino at MONA

Industrial materials meet elemental force in this jaw-dropping MONA exhibition from Italian sculptor Arcangelo Sassolino. Think: steel melting mid-air, glass straining under rock, and tyres squeezed to breaking point. Using heat, gravity and immense pressure, Sassolino explores change as a moment of truth — a flash of destruction, renewal and transformation. It’s physical. It’s philosophical. It’s like nothing you’ve seen before.

Curated by Sarah Wallace, Jarrod Rawlins and Olivier Varenne.

Where: Museum of Old and New Art (MONA), Berriedale
When: Until April 6, 2026
Cost: Included in museum entry
Best For: Art lovers; Cultural experiences; Exhibitions; Visitors; Locals

Shopping & Markets

Farm Gate Market

When Sunday morning rolls around, Hobart’s Farm Gate Market (affectionately known as Farmy) buzzes with energy, and it’s not to hard to see why Lonely Planet has crowned it a must-visit travel trend for 2025. This is your one-stop shop for fresh local produce in abundance. Local purveyors line the street, with stalls overflowing with fresh fruit and veg, artisanal baked goods, and small-batch spirits. Start your morning at Farmy’s Grub Hub with breakfast from one of the many food trucks before diving into this sensory playground of Tasmanian goodness. This is no ordinary market; it’s an experience that captures the soul of slow, local travel.

Where: Bathurst Street, Hobart
When: Sundays, 8:30am–1pm
Cost: Free
Best For: Markets; Food lovers; Food & drink lovers; Locals; Visitors
Need to Know: Arrive early for the best produce and popular breakfast stalls.

Visit the Salamanca Market

Take a stroll through Hobart’s iconic Salamanca Market, a quintessential weekend activity for families, couples or a fun outing with friends. Celebrating over 50 years, this long-adored market boasts more than 300 stalls featuring an array of local goods, from unique records and handcrafted woodwork to the exquisite Leatherwood honey and artisanal whisky.

Perfectly situated for a Saturday well spent, you can seamlessly wander from one stall to the next, sampling goodies and savouring a cup of coffee. We’re eyeing up the delectable Lady Hester sourdough donuts on hand. 

Where: Salamanca Place, Hobart
When: Saturdays, 8:30am–3pm
Cost: Free
Best For: Markets; Food lovers; Group catch-ups; Visitors; Locals

Outdoors & Active

Watch the Trees Change at The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens

March is a glorious time to enjoy a wander through The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens. Watch the cool climate trees erupt in a riot of reds as you explore every inch of the gardens. Weave your way through the Tasmanian Flora, keeping your eyes peeled for animals enjoying the space, before wandering the Japanese Collection and finishing with a picnic on the lawns. Don’t forget to visit The Botanical Shop on your way out to pick up some locally made goodies.

Where: Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, Hobart
When: October to March, 8am to 6:30pm
Cost: Free
Best For: Outdoor enthusiasts; Families; Couples; Free events; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Opening hours shift for winter in April

Free Things To Do

Take a Self-Guided Heritage Walk

Tasmania’s heritage towns reward those who wander on foot. In Richmond, Battery Point and Ross, self-guided walks unfold past sandstone cottages, old pubs, convict-built bridges and quiet streets where history sits close to the surface. There’s no ticket required, just time and curiosity. Stop often, read the plaques, follow side streets, and let the rhythm slow. These walks are rich in atmosphere and detail, offering a layered sense of place that feels intimate, unhurried and deeply Tasmanian.

Where: Richmond, Battery Point, Ross
When: Anytime
Cost: Free
Best For: Walking tours; Cultural experiences; Outdoor enthusiasts; Budget-friendly; Visitors
Need to Know: Wear comfortable shoes and allow extra time to explore side streets and historic landmarks at your own pace.

Coming Soon

Urban Cocktail Trail

The Urban Cocktail Trail is always a fun afternoon out with your favourite people. Swan about in the Autumnal sun as you flit from one Hobart bar to the next. This self-guided tour will begin at your chosen venue (with a $10 food voucher) and from there you’ll follow along at your own pace spending your tokens at the venues of your choice. You can also choose your own adventure when it comes to your ticket, with 3, 4, 5 and 6 cocktail packs available.

Where: Various venues, Hobart
When: Saturday 14 March
Cost: Tickets start at $65
Best For: Girls’ nights; Group catch-ups; Food & drink lovers; Nightlife; Weekend plans
Need to Know: Your ticket includes a $10 food voucher for your starting venue

What’s On in Hobart This Weekend: FAQs

1. What are the top events on in Hobart this month?

Some of the standout events in Hobart right now include the French Flea Market at the Tasmanian Food & Wine Conservatory in Sassafras, where antiques, vintage finds and crepes fill the gardens for a day of relaxed browsing. The inaugural Tasmania’s Seafood Festival on the Hobart Waterfront is another highlight, celebrating local producers with tastings and meet-the-maker sessions. For food lovers, the Flamin’ Barbecue Festival also brings smoked meats, grill culture and live music to the Regatta Grounds.

2. What food and drink events are happening in Hobart right now?

Hobart’s food calendar is buzzing this weekend with the new Tasmania’s Seafood Festival at Victoria Dock, featuring tastings, producer talks and local seafood. Flamin’ Barbecue Festival is another must for fans of smoked and grilled fare, with vendors, artisan barbecue products and live music. For a more casual evening outing, Street Eats @ Franko delivers street food, drinks and live music in Franklin Square.

3. What art exhibitions and cultural experiences should I see this month?

A standout cultural experience right now is In the end, the beginning by Italian sculptor Arcangelo Sassolino at MONA. The exhibition explores transformation and tension through dramatic installations involving heat, pressure and industrial materials. It’s a striking, thought-provoking show and is included with general museum entry.

4. What live music, shows or festivals are on in Hobart this month?

Several lively festivals are happening around Hobart, including the Tasmania’s Seafood Festival on the waterfront and the Flamin’ Barbecue Festival at the Regatta Grounds, which pairs barbecue vendors with a live music soundtrack. Street Eats @ Franko also brings weekly live music to Franklin Square alongside street food and drinks.

5. What are the best things to do in Hobart with kids this month?

Families can spend the weekend exploring Hobart’s iconic Salamanca Market or browsing fresh local produce and food trucks at the Farm Gate Market on Sunday mornings. The Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens are also a great spot for a relaxed family wander, especially as the cool-climate trees begin turning autumn colours. Kids can also attend Flamin’ Barbecue Festival free when accompanied by a paying adult.

6. What are the best free events and experiences on in Hobart this month?

There are plenty of free things to do this weekend, including browsing the French Flea Market in Sassafras and exploring the Tasmania’s Seafood Festival on the Hobart Waterfront. Classic Hobart markets like Salamanca Market and Farm Gate Market are also free to visit. For something slower paced, take a self-guided heritage walk through Battery Point, Richmond or Ross.

7. What major events are coming soon to Hobart?

Coming up soon is the Urban Cocktail Trail on Saturday 14th March, a self-guided bar-hopping experience across Hobart. Participants start at their chosen venue before moving between bars using drink tokens, with ticket options ranging from three to six cocktails. It’s a lively way to explore the city’s nightlife with friends.

Did you love our round-up of what’s on in Hobart this weekend? You’ll enjoy our foodie guides to Hobart, with the best bars and restaurants to explore around the city. 

Writer

Olivia Storrie

5 March 2026

Armed with an Arts Degree in History and Psychology from the University of Sydney, a natural curiosity and a ravenous appetite, Olivia is your go-to for restaurant recommendations across the city. She also has a keen interest in hiking, patting other people’s dogs, travelling, curating her maximalist home and reading every book she can get her hands on.