The Off Season
Published on 01 May 2025
Burnie is embracing Tasmania’s 2025 Off Season campaign, “Become a Winter Person,” with a variety of events and experiences designed to celebrate the cooler months. Here are some highlights:
❄️ Winter event highlights in Burnie
EVRG Winter Warmers Lunches
Every Wednesday in Winter 12:00 – 3:00 PM Emu Valley Rhododendron Garden, Burnie
Slow-cooked lamb shanks, seasonal vegetables, apple crumble, and a glass of Tasmanian wine or beer all made with locally sourced produce. Enjoy a cosy lunch surrounded by the winter beauty of the gardens. Bookings essential
Unfolding Projects Exhibition
June–August 2025 The Bridge popup Gallery
A winter-long exhibition featuring local and regional artists, showcasing work that explores story, place, and identity through varied media.
Burnie Winter Classic – Disc Golf Tournament
Sunday, 25 May 2025. Burnie Disc Golf Course
Compete or spectate in this winter disc golf event. Open to all skill levels, with entry fees supporting the local disc golf community.
Winter Forest Therapy Walk – Fern Glade
Sunday, 8 June 2025. Fern Glade Reserve
Join a guided forest therapy walk to connect with nature, explore local fungi, and enjoy a cup of herbal tea. This experience promotes relaxation and mindfulness in a beautiful natural setting.
The Evening Feast – Burnie Night Market
Friday 13 Jun Marine Plaza
A festive winter food market with local vendors, live music, fire pits, mulled drinks, and glowing atmosphere.
Winter Solstice Swim
Saturday 21 Jun 2025, West Beach
Tas Pop Geek Market
Saturday 21 Jun 2025 Upper Burnie Hall
A pop culture market featuring comics, anime, retro games, cosplay, local artists, and fandom merch.
Mid-Winter Mayhem - Burnie City Market
27 June 2025 - Marine Plaza
Celebrate the light in the dark with a festival embracing the weird and wacky, bringing winter in with a smile and shine
Lights Up Theatre Restaurant
Friday & Saturday, 25–26 July 2025: Burnie Club Inc.
An evening of dining and theatrical entertainment.
Arts After Dark – Burnie Arts Centre
Wednesdays, 23 July & 21 August 2025 Burnie Arts Centre, 77–79 Wilmot Street
Experience the Burnie Arts Centre after hours with exhibitions, performances, and social gatherings that celebrate local creativity during the winter evenings.
Rotary Club Masquerade Ball
22 August 2025 Burnie Arts Centre
A formal evening of mystery, masks, and fundraising for community initiatives.
❄️ Off Season Highlights - just a short drive from Burnie
While Burnie offers its own winter experiences, also consider exploring other nearby events:
- Permission to Trespass – An immersive art experience running throughout June in Wynyard and Table Cape.
- Dark Mofo 2025: XYZZY Screens daily 4–7pm 5-15 June at Hive’s full-dome Planetarium in Ulverstone. A captivating multi-sensory art installation.
- Goat Doofer – The Off Season Winternship: Hideaway Farmlet, Penguin
- Strahan Solstice Festival – Celebrate the winter solstice with music, food, and community events from 20–23 June in Strahan.
- Chocolate Winterfest – Indulge in chocolate-themed activities on 11 August in Latrobe.
❄️ Plan Your Winter Adventures
For a full list of events and to plan your winter experiences in Burnie and beyond, visit the