What's on

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

Community Recognition Awards 2025

28 May 2025

It is time to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of individuals, and organisations, that have made a significant impact on their local Burnie communities, be it through volunteer work events, exceptional achievements, or outstanding service.

VDB Lunchbox Concerts

29 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.

Unfolding Projects Exhibition Opening

30 May 2025

Join Burnie Regional Art Gallery in celebrating the opening of Unfolding projects: while we are waiting at the Gallery’s temporary pop-up exhibition space ‘The Bridge’.

Unfolding projects: while we are waiting

30 May 2025

A collection of writings from women in Afghanistan throughout 2022 and the visual responses from women artists in Australia, in the form of artists’ books.

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.

Unfolding Projects Artist Floor Talk

31 May 2025

Floor talk with Unfolding projects: while we are waiting artist and project lead Gali Weiss.

Burnie City Market

07 June 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.

Victorian State Ballet Auditions

11 June 2025

The Victorian State Ballet's Annual Tasmanian Tour 2025 - Auditions for Beauty & the Beast

Ridgley Community Market

14 June 2025

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

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 Australian Army Band Tasmania

26 September 2025

Experience the magic of the Australian Army Band Tasmania's (AAB-T) Jazz Ensemble who have been a beloved part of the Tasmanian community, performing at major events and supporting charitable causes for over 100 years.

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!

Romeo + Juliet

28 October 2025

Two star-crossed lovers from warring families marry in secret, amid a culture of violence and prejudice.

Kings of Country Rock Tour

06 November 2025

A two-hour stage spectacular that captures the sounds and excitement of America's country rock icons.

Music of the Night

14 November 2025

Enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with breath-taking musical performances from some of Andrew Lloyd Webber's most beloved productions.

Bjorn Again!

20 November 2025

The world's no.1 ABBA show, Björn Again, is taking Burnie by storm with their dazzling world class show. Their show promises to be a Super Trouper event, bringing the sparkle and joy of ABBA's timeless music to the stage once more for a singalong, dance along extravaganza.