What's on

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

Book Market : Burnie Emu Bay Lions Club

04 April 2026

Huge range of 2nd hand books of all kind, jigsaw puzzles, children's books, fictional books and more!

Burnie City Market

04 April 2026

The Burnie City Market is held the first and third Saturday of each month in the plaza behind the Marine Terrace Multistorey Carpark.

Create Your Future

04 April 2026

Create Your Future: Spotlight on Hellyer College shines a light on the next generation of emerging artists.

Max Dupain and Ansel Adams: In search of perfection

04 April 2026

Max Dupain and Ansel Adams: In search of perfection brings Dupain’s architectural images of Harry Seidler’s modernist buildings alongside Adam’s landscapes of the American West for the first time.

Troy Ruffels - Stone Tides Weeping Trees

04 April 2026

Stone Tides Weeping Trees is a visual and poetic meditation on the Miena Cider Gums of Tasmania’s central highland plateau. These eucalypts, resilient yet vulnerable, occupy a singular place in the Tasmanian psyche, enduring one of the most remote and unforgiving landscapes in Australia.

TrailGraze

10 April 2026

This exciting trail graze tasting trail event will allow you to discover the region’s best local growers, makers and producers when they open their doors for a weekend of workshops, behind-the-scenes tours, tastings, live music and more.

Emma Memma’s Jungle Picnic Tour

10 April 2026

The Jungle Picnic tour brings Emma Memma’s much-anticipated new album to life on stage, transforming its playful songs into a joyful, movement-filled live experience for children and their families.

North West EcoFest

11 April 2026

“Many Hands Make a Lighter Planet" Enjoy a great family day out experiencing fun from eco-kids activities and workshops to adventure activities, bustling market stalls, and a lively line-up of music to enjoy alongside great food and drinks, every moment is designed to be both fun and meaningful.

Dates for Cruise Ships in Burnie Port

20 April 2026

Welcome to our city, where adventure awaits! Check TasPorts schedule for the official docking details, and makers market in Marine Plaza.

School Holiday Activities

20 April 2026

Be sure not to miss out on exploring, learning, and creating lasting memories during these school holidays, whether you prefer indoor or outdoor activities, plan ahead and mark your calendar now.

The Other Side of Me

29 April 2026

The Other Side of Me by Gary Lang shares the tragedy of Stolen Generations through the heart-breaking story of one man stranded between two families, continents and cultures.

Autumn Lunchbox Concerts

30 April 2026

Van Diemen's Band's immensely popular Thursday lunchtime concert series returns!
Enjoy a tempting menu of five short-form concerts curated by VDB’s Artistic Director, Julia Fredersdorff. These concerts showcase some of Tassie’s finest musical talent, alongside interstate and international guests

Burnie Beats - The Dylan Boys Band

01 May 2026

A dynamic group of seasoned musicians, the Dylan Boys Band delivers powerful performances full of energy, soul, and crowd-pleasing classics. With a repertoire spanning rock, blues, and timeless hits, they bring every stage to life and keep audiences dancing all night.

100% Kylie

09 May 2026

‘100% KYLIE’ starring world-renowned impersonator Lucy Holmes has performed more than 1,000 concerts in 18 countries over 24 years and has been endorsed by Kylie Minogue herself as the ‘Best Kylie Act!’

AUTO-TUNE

13 May 2026

Described as an ‘absolute must-see’, this raucous, auto-tune rock opera is brought to you by re:group performance collective, the acclaimed team behind Coil, UFO and POV. In a pitch perfect world where algorithms seem to be the answer, AUTO-TUNE is a fifty-five-minute romp into a messy, sweaty universe that proves otherwise.

Behind the Lines

16 May 2026

Behind the Lines 2025: 'Are We Rolling?' celebrates the year's best political cartoons.

Kart Feature Races

30 May 2026

Let’s go racing! North Western Kart Club, the place to be!

ArtRage: The 2025 Selection

30 May 2026

Developed by QVMAG, ArtRage is Tasmania’s premier student art exhibition.

Get Rhythm - The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show

13 June 2026

For the first time ever, Get Rhythm -The Johnny Cash & June Carter Show is headed to Burnie Arts Centre!

Water Mirror

19 June 2026

Water Mirror is an extraordinary fusion of Taiko percussion, dance, acrobatics, and innovative projection and lighting design. Created by Paulina Quinteros, this exhilarating production invites audiences of all ages on a captivating journey beyond traditional performance. With award nominations, acclaimed reviews, and standing ovations, it promises an unforgettable experience.

Peter and the Wolf & Other Stories

19 June 2026

A menacing wolf, animal friends and a brave young boy – Peter and the Wolf is a symphonic fairy tale adventure.

Aladdin

24 June 2026

Much loved by children and adults of all ages, Aladdin and his adventures come to life here in a brilliant ballet production and splendour of lush costumes, breathtaking music and beautiful choreography.

Michael Jackson HIStory Show

09 July 2026

Don’t miss your chance to see Showtime’s The Michael Jackson HIStory Show – returning to Australia in 2026 to commemorate 30 years since Michael Jackson’s final, ground-breaking world tour: HISTORY.

Michael Paynter - The Great Australian Songbook

11 July 2026

CATCH THE STAR OF THE UPCOMING JOHN FARNHAM MUSICAL IN AN EXCLUSIVE SOLO PERFORMANCE LIVE IN BURNIE

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow

17 July 2026

Join the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow as it journeys around Australia, delivering hot and tasty comic treats to audiences near and far.

On The Beach

21 August 2026

On the Beach (1957) by Nevil Shute is a post-apocalyptic novel set in Melbourne, Australia, following a nuclear war that has destroyed the Northern Hemisphere. As deadly radiation drifts south, characters face inevitable death with quiet dignity, engaging in daily routines, relationships, and acceptance of their fate.

Thank you for the Music - The Ultimate ABBA performance

22 August 2026

A 2-hour spectacular live concert that will take you through the songs, the life and magic that made ABBA one of the most successful bands of all time.

Mozart's Don Giovanni

26 August 2026

For opera’s own Casanova, it’s just another day of pleasure seeking. Seducing a bride on her wedding day. Breaking into a woman’s bedroom in the dead of night. Killing her furious father.

Oh What A Night

30 August 2026

A musical tribute to Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

Where is the Green Sheep?

04 September 2026

Where is the Green Sheep? is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. We meet Blue Sheep who loves blue flowers and Red Sheep who loves to cartwheel in the fields, Bath Sheep who loves bubbles and Bed Sheep who loves to bounce... But where IS that Green Sheep?

Signor Baffo

07 October 2026

Get ready for a whirlwind of silly games, outrageous misunderstandings and a menu full of surprises. Can you help Signor Baffo complete his list before disaster strikes?

Cradle Coast Orchestra - Of Love & Longing

15 November 2026

The Cradle Coast Orchestra and Derwent Symphony combine to explore the power and genius of German composers Ludwig van Beethoven and Felix Mendelssohn in the 5th Symphony and the Violin Concerto. Sarah Scheermeijer is the featured soloist.

Kenny Rogers & Friends

19 November 2026

Graham Toole is best known for his acclaimed Kenny Rogers & Friends theatre show performing timeless hits including Lady, The Gambler, She believes in me, Rhinestone Cowboy, Thank God I’m a Country Boy, Country Roads, Lucille, Galveston, You Can’t make old Friends.