What’s On in Hobart This Weekend: Sitchu’s Top Picks for the Anzac Day Long Weekend

A weekend in Hobart is packed with exciting food, vibrant spaces, and scenic road trips – and autumn is the perfect time to dive in! While it’s easy to want to retreat indoors, the Tasmanian capital really comes alive when the leaves start to turn, offering a dynamic mix of culture, adventure, and flavour.

From art exhibitions at MONA to Anzac Day dawn services, epic stage shows, and quintessential markets, there’s no shortage of things to do. So slip on your comfiest shoes, embrace the crisp air, and join us as we guide you through all the best happenings in Hobart this long weekend.

WE WILL REMEMBER THEM: Dawn Services Across Tasmania

Hobart: The Anzac Day Dawn Service in Hobart takes place at 6:00am at the Cenotaph in Queens Domain, offering stunning views over the Derwent River. Arrive early for a peaceful and reflective experience. After the service, enjoy breakfast at local venues before the main Anzac Day Parade starts at 11:00am along Macquarie Street. A day of remembrance and community for all.

Launceston: Join the Launceston RSL Sub-Branch for the Anzac Day Dawn Service at 6:00am at the Cenotaph, Royal Park. Expect street closures from 5:00am until approximately 7:00am. After the service, enjoy breakfast and lunch at the RSL. The March of Remembrance begins at 9:45am at Prince’s Square, followed by the Civic Service at 11:00am. All are welcome to participate in this commemorative event.

Burnie: The Anzac Day Dawn Service in Burnie will be held at the Cenotaph in Burnie Park, starting at 6:00am. After the service, the Civic Service will commence at 11:00am, following the Commemorative March which departs from Burnie RSL at 10:40am. Expect rolling road closures for both marches, with no public parking at the Cenotaph.

Bicheno: Dawn Service is at 6:00am, assembling at the IGA at 5:45am for a march down Burgess Street. The Main Parade will begin at 10:45am, followed by a service at 11:00am at the Bicheno Cenotaph.

Huonville: Dawn Service begins at 6:00am at Huonville Cenotaph, followed by the Main Parade at 10:00am along Main Street, with the service at 10:15am at the Huonville Cenotaph.

Richmond: Main Service at 9:00am at Soldiers Memorial, Bridge Street.

Wynyard: In Wynyard, ANZAC Day begins with a Dawn Service at 6:00am, gathering at the Wynyard RSL (9 Goldie Street) at 5:30am for a march to the Cenotaph at Gutteridge Gardens. The Mid-Morning Service follows at 11:00am, with a march starting at 10:40am, commemorating the sacrifices made.

For all RSL Anzac Day Services, see here

GAME DAY: Watch the ANZAC Day Essendon vs Collingwood match at The Telegraph Hotel

This ANZAC Day, join the Telegraph Hotel for a memorable afternoon in Hobart. From 12pm, enjoy great food, drinks, and the live broadcast of the Essendon vs Collingwood match at 3:20pm, shown Live & Loud. After the game, live music will keep the energy high downstairs.

Plus, pints of St George are just $10 all day. It’s the perfect spot for food, drinks, and sports.

Book here

Friday 25th April, from 12pm

19 Morrison Street, Hobart

LEAF LIFE: Tasmanian Autumn Festival

Autumn in Tasmania hits different. At the 2025 Autumn Festival, you’ll find yourself wandering tree-lined backroads, cider in hand, chasing that golden-hour light. The air’s crisp, the food’s fire-cooked, and the pace is deliciously slow. Locals share stories like they pour wine—generously—and the soundtrack is a blend of crackling fires and easy-going live sets. You’re not here to rush. You’re here to lean in, dig in, and maybe get a little lost along the way. It’s not about big moments—it’s about good ones. Honest, earthy, and exactly what the season calls for.

1st to 30th April, 2025

FRIDAY FUN: Street Eats @ Franko

Kick off your weekend with a bang at Street Eats @ Franko, Hobart’s ultimate inner-city night market. Picture this: the buzzing Franklin Square lit up with Tasmanian street food, craft drinks, and live tunes. From smoky barbeque to fresh seafood, you’ll find it all here. The crowd? Dancing, chatting, and soaking in the good vibes. So, grab your tastebuds, throw on your dancing shoes, and dive into a Friday night you’ll remember.

Fridays, 4:30pm to 9:00pm, December to April

Franklin Square, Hobart, Tasmania

SEE SOME ART: Théo Mercier, Mirrorscape

French artist and stage director Théo Mercier has transformed Mona’s former library into a haunting, otherworldly installation—crafted entirely from locally sourced sand. Created on-site with the help of expert sand sculptors, Mirrorscape presents a catastrophic landscape suspended in time: a scene that might follow a landslide, tsunami, or bomb blast.

Enclosed behind glass and flanked by aluminium panels, the work evokes a laboratory specimen, a fossil, or perhaps a prophecy. Inspired by Tasmania’s ever-shifting sandstone formations and local detritus, Mercier’s immersive diorama blurs the lines between past and future, art and aftermath—an eerie vision of what was, or what’s to come.

Until 16th February, 2026

655 Main Road, Berriedale

ACROBATIC ADVENTURES: Spiegeltent Hobart – LIMBO the Show

Back after a five-year hiatus and hotter than ever, internationally acclaimed spectacle LIMBO returns to Hobart’s Spiegeltent for a high-voltage season this autumn. First debuted at the Adelaide Fringe in 2013 (with Madonna reportedly attending twice), the genre-blurring show has dazzled audiences across the globe.

From the team behind Blanc de Blanc, LIMBO fuses cabaret, circus and acrobatics with the heart-pounding live music of New York composer Sxip Shirey. Expect fire-breathing feats, contortion, and unforgettable energy in an electric Spiegeltent atmosphere.

Friday 4th April to Sunday 11th May, 2025

Book here

41 Evans Street, Macquarie Point, Hobart

SOFT GIRL FUN: Salamanca Market 

Take a leisurely stroll through Hobart’s vibrant Salamanca Market, a quintessential weekend activity for families, couples or a fun outing with friends. Celebrating over 50 years, this iconic 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, 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. 

8:30am to 3pm, Saturdays

Salamanca Place, Hobart 

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Writer

Kelsey Harrington

24 April 2025

Kelsey Harrington is a Melbourne-based writer with a sharp eye for the city's ever-evolving food, wine, arts, and culture scene. Her journey into the creative industry took the scenic route—what started as a passion for capturing Melbourne’s energy through a camera lens led her to Sitchu, where she worked her way up to Melbourne Editor. With over four years in the industry, she’s all about uncovering the best places to eat, drink, and explore. Off the clock? You’ll find her diving into a platter of fresh oysters and crudo, gallery-hopping, or sipping an extra dirty martini while plotting her next adventure.