Events in Hobart during 2012

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Here you will not only find information about the city of Hobart but also useful and resourceful tips on the most popular events in Hobart.

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In Hobart you may find events to suit all ages and tastes and the most perfect part is that they are easily accessible with your car hire. While visiting Hobart for business or pleasure, there is always time for you to immerse yourself in the festivals in Hobart, that might take place just nearby.
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January

Cadbury Marathon – This Hobart event is the annual 26 mile marathon which culminates at the Cadbury Factory where all competitors are honoured with chocolate! (www.cadburymarathon.com.au)

July

Festival of Voices – An annual festival in Hobart staged at various venues in and around the city featuring performances of poetry, theatre, hip hop and other styles. (www.festivalofvoices.com)
Dollhouse and Miniature Extravaganza Festival – Calling all fans of this hobby -arts and crafts to this popular annual event in Hobart.

February

Royal Hobart Regatta – This prestigious four day sailing event in Hobart also features air shows, firework displays and aquatic events and much more. (www.royalhobartregatta.com)
AAMI Hobart Cup – This Hobart event in Tasmania stages this acclaimed primary thoroughbred horse race.
Australian Wooden Boat Festival – Sullivan’s Cove is the setting for this long running bi-annual festival in Hobart which commemorates wooden boats. (www.australianwoodenboatfestival.com.au)

October

Royal Hobart Show – A diverse agricultural show featuring Tasmania’s industries. Festivities and entertainment are on the agenda which also include activities, animal presentations plus fashion processions and more.

March

Hobart Horticultural Society Dahlia art Show – A beautiful horticulture festival in Hobart that unveils exceptional gladioli and dahlias together with other shrubs and plants.
Hobart Gem Mineral and Fossil Show (Tasmania’s Hidden Treasures) - All types of precious stones such as gems, fossils, crystals and more are showcased at this unique annual stone event in Hobart.
Hobart Comedy Festival – The world’s funniest comedians gather to entertain the people at this Hobart event.

November

Tasmanian Beerfest – Princes Wharf is where this annual beer festival in Hobart is staged showcasing  a large number of boutique and imported beers.
Myer Hobart Christmas Pageant (third Saturday of November) – Seasonal cheer arrives as Tasmania’s largest annual Christmas procession gets under way for this annual festival in Hobart.

May

Hobart Horticultural Society Chrysanthemums Show – This annual show presents Tasmania’s most stunning Chrysanthemums at this renowned event in Hobart.

December

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race (end of December beginning of January) – An exciting exhilarating sailing race event in Hobart, across the Tasman Sea. It commences from Sydney harbour and reaches the Island State of Tasmania.
The Taste - Hobart's Waterfront Festival (28th Dec - 3rd Jan) – This Hobart festival in Tasmania stages the largest food and wine event of the country. (www.tastefestival.com.au)