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Autumn has arrived in Tassie’s capital. Make the most of the season and discover what's on in Hobart this month.
This month in Hobart (March 2026), Autumn descends, bringing with it cooler nights and mesmerising sunsets. As the bustle of summer dies down, it leaves space for events of a different pace — relaxed seafood festivals, flea markets, self-guided cocktail trails and meandering walks appreciating the changing leaves. Whether you’re looking for free things to do, sunset plans or something to drop into the group chat, this is your editor-approved March guide. Read on for tickets, dates and timings.
In This Guide
Editor’s Picks
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 14th 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
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 8th March, 10am to 3pm
Cost: Free entry
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.
Festivals & Major Events
Hobart Festival of Comedy
Overdue for chuckle? The Hobart Festival of Comedy will be touching down this month with 30 comedians, five nights and infinite laughter. There will be musical comedy, hypnosis, roasts and, of course, a smattering of debauchery. Curate your plan of attack via the festival program here.
Where: In the Hanging Garden
When: Wednesday 18th March to Sunday 22nd March
Cost: Tickets from $25
Best For: Festivals; Comedy fans; Nightlife; Group catch-ups; Locals
Need to Know: Program features 30 comedians across musical comedy, hypnosis, roasts and more.
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 7th March to Sunday 8th 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 a night 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 24th April 2026
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Festivals; Food & drink lovers; Community events; Live music fans; Locals
Need to Know: Check weekly band line-up before attending.
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 7th March to Monday 9th March, 11am to 10pm
Cost: Free Entry
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
Art, Culture & Performance
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 6th, 2026
Cost: Included in museum entry
Best For: Art lovers; Cultural experiences; Exhibitions; Visitors; Locals
Need to Know: Curated by Sarah Wallace, Jarrod Rawlins and Olivier Varenne.
Markets & Shopping
Autumn Crafty DeStash Market
Looking to enter your analog era? Start your journey with a trip to the Autumn Crafty DeStash Market where you can pick up all kinds of pre-loved crafting goodies for a bargain price. Think fabrics, needles, threads — everything you need to get started on your next hands-on project. There will also be a coffee van and food truck so message your crafty pals and make a day of it.
Where: 16 Smith Street, North Hobart
When: Sunday 22nd March, 10am to 2pm
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Markets; Budget-friendly; Group catch-ups; Community events; Locals
Need to Know: Coffee van and food truck onsite
Outdoor & 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 entry
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
Dark Mofo
A celebration of winter, Dark Mofo features large-scale art installations, live performances, provocative exhibitions, and winter feasts. It’s a uniquely atmospheric festival rooted in Hobart and is back again this June with a packed schedule of events, including the highly anticipated nude solstice swim.
Where: Various locations across Hobart
When: Thursday 11th June to Monday 22nd June
Cost: A selection of free and ticketed events
Best For: Festivals; Art lovers; Cultural experiences; Food & drink lovers; Weekend plans
Need to Know: The Nude Solstice Swim typically takes place at sunrise on the winter solstice — registration is required to participate.
What’s On This Month in Hobart: FAQs
March in Hobart is packed with flavour and fun, from the Urban Cocktail Trail on 14th March to the French Flea Market at the Tasmanian Food & Wine Conservatory. The Hobart Festival of Comedy brings five nights of laughs to In The Hanging Garden, while Tasmania’s Seafood Festival takes over Victoria Dock with three days of local produce and free tastings. It’s a strong month for food, festivals and easy weekend plans.
Food lovers are spoilt for choice this month. Flamin’ Barbecue Festival fires up at the Regatta Grounds, Street Eats @ Franko brings weekly Friday night bites and live music to Franklin Square, and the inaugural Tasmania’s Seafood Festival celebrates local fishers and producers on the waterfront. The Urban Cocktail Trail also offers a self-guided bar hop through Hobart’s best venues.
Head to MONA to experience In the end, the beginning by Arcangelo Sassolino, a striking exhibition exploring tension, transformation and elemental force through industrial materials. For something outdoors and self-paced, a heritage walk through Richmond, Battery Point or Ross offers a rich cultural deep dive into Tasmania’s convict history and architecture.
The Hobart Festival of Comedy delivers five nights of musical comedy, roasts and late-night energy this March. Flamin’ Barbecue Festival and Street Eats @ Franko both pair food with live music, making them easy picks for a lively night out with friends.
Families can spend a relaxed day exploring the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens, with wide lawns and cool-climate trees putting on a seasonal show. The French Flea Market offers a laid-back Sunday outing with food and music, while Street Eats @ Franko provides a free, community-focused evening with plenty of food options to suit all ages.
There’s plenty to enjoy without spending a cent. Tasmania’s Seafood Festival and the French Flea Market both offer free entry, while Street Eats @ Franko is free to attend each Friday night. You can also wander the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens or take a self-guided heritage walk through Richmond, Battery Point or Ross.
Dark Mofo returns this June, bringing large-scale art installations, live performances and winter feasts to venues across Hobart. The festival runs from 11th to 22nd June and includes the much-anticipated Nude Solstice Swim at sunrise on the winter solstice, with both free and ticketed events on the program.
Did you love our round-up of what’s on in Hobart this month? You’ll also enjoy our guide to the best things to do in Hobart, plus the best restaurants and cafes to explore around this magical city.
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