The Off Season
Published on 01 May 2026
Burnie is embracing Tasmania’s 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
Warm Up at a Cosy Burnie Harbour Hotel with Late Checkout One North Terrace Enjoy 10% off your stay, late checkout and complimentary minibar snacks. Valid during the Off Season
Heritage Stay with a Taste of Tasmania Ikon Hotel Receive complimentary Tasmanian wine, cheese and chocolate with your stay. Valid during the Off Season
The Dark Harmony B-Sides Hellyers Road Distillery Explore an experimental whisky tasting experience showcasing Dark Harmony and its B-sides. From $22
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May
Arts After Dark – Burnie Arts Centre 1, 13 May, 19 June 2025
Winter Events Darts Emu Bay Classic 2–3 May 2026
Agfest 7–9 May 2026 Carrick
Exhibitions: Behind the Lines, ArtRage
VDB Lunchbox Concerts
North West Tasmania Autumn Ceilidh 16 May 2026
Winter Forest Therapy Walk - 24 May 2026 - Ridgley
Burnie Bright Night 30 May 2026 Cracker Night 30 May 2026
Burnie Winter Classic Disc Golf Tournament 31 May 2026
June
Tas Pop Culture Geek Market 20 June 2026
Burnie Eisteddfod 22 Jun - 24 July 2026
Winter Solstice Swim 21 June 2026, West Beach
July
NWTrail Northwest Trail Running Series 19 July, 9 & 29 Aug 2026
Lights Up Theatre Restaurant 2-4 July 2026: Burnie Club Inc.
August
Walk for Change Homelessness Week 3-9 August 2026
Burnie Concert Band: mid-year showcase tbd August 2026
Rally Tasmania 15 August 2026
Domaur presents On the Beach 21-29 August 2026
George Page Memorial Darts 29-30 August 2026
“Burnie is the warmest cold place in Tasmania”
❄️ Plan Your Winter Adventures
For a full list of events and to plan your winter experiences in Burnie and beyond, visit the