Curious minds, wild places — your Tasmanian adventure starts here.
Beaker Street Festival takes over Nipaluna/Hobart each August, transforming the city into a vibrant celebration of science, art, and exploration.
Our festival precinct spans the heart of Hobart’s cultural and entertainment districts, including City Hall, the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery, the Hope and Anchor Tavern, Mawson Place, Waterside Pavilion, Salamanca, and some of the city’s most iconic bars and late-night venues.
See more of Tasmania
Known as Australia’s city of science, Hobart is Australia’s gateway to Antarctica, and boasts more scientists per capita than anywhere else in the country. It’s also your launch pad to some of the world’s most breathtaking natural landscapes, rich biodiversity, and rare and endemic species.
The festival also offers a suite of regional field trips — intimate eco-adventures designed to take you into some of Tasmania’s most spectacular environments, alongside the scientists and experts who know them best. From ancient forests to glowing marsupials, these off-the-beaten-path experiences connect you with the natural world in unforgettable ways.
Regional highlights
North West: Dr Karl in Devonport
East Coast: Sea Forest Tour in Triabunna
Make the most of your visit
Whether you’re a local planning a night out or a traveller experiencing Lutruwita/Tasmania for the first time, Beaker Street is your excuse to dive deeper into this wild and curious island.
Extend your Beaker Street adventure by exploring more of Tasmania. Chase an aurora, sip small-batch spirits by the fire, or hike through World Heritage wilderness — you’ll find no shortage of magic here.
Download the free Discover Tasmania App on the Apple App Store or Google Play to start planning your trip.
Make yourself at home
Stay close to the action — and surround yourself with scientists, speakers, and fellow curious minds — by booking with our official accommodation partner, Hadley’s Orient Hotel, just a short stroll from the festival hub. Use code BEAKER25 or this link (code automatically applied) for 10% off your booking for Beaker Street Festival.
Discover Beaker Street cocktails in the Orient Bar, pre-show dinner delights served in the Atrium, and a cozy room to relax amidst the lively festivities.
Book at www.hadleyshotel.com.au, or contact the Reservations Team on 03 6237 2999 or by email [email protected].
