Events

Join us at the Pavillion Theatrette on Sunday 15th of March for an afternoon of Laughs with one of Canadas finest Comedians, Lars Callieou.

Born and raised in Alberta, Lars has performed all over the world for the last 20 years at various comedy clubs and festivals, performed for the troops in the Middle East, and has his own special on Comedy Central
joined by Tassie comedians Ned Townsend and Ben Richardson, and NZ comedian Te,

Come on down to devil country in the beautiful North West of Tasmania for the Devil Country Muster, featuring great Tasmanian and National Contemporary artists. The very talented Beccy Cole, Hussy Hicks, Matt Scullion, Jamie Lindsay and many more will be joining us for the 2026 Devil Country's Muster.

Camping opens at the Riverbend Youth Centre Complex at 9:00 am Monday the 2nd of February and closes 2:00pm Sunday 8th February 2026

Round out the weekend with community carols in a stunning setting. Pack a picnic rug or chair and sing along to your favourites.

A much-loved tradition in the heart of Stanley—come early, find a spot, and enjoy the parade as it makes its way through town.

Celebrate the start of the festive weekend as Smithton comes alive with floats, music and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Admission Prices: Adults $15; Children 5-14 Yrs $10 ($8 On-Line); Under 5 Free

Family/member tickets need to be applied for prior to Show day – $40 for 2 adults + 2 children

Agricultural show including equestrian events, wood chopping, home industries, dairy and beef cattle competition, Miss Showgirl/boy competition and the very popular animal nursery; culminating with the Grand Parade at 3pm.

A family fun day with a variety of activities,

Story time with Alice Hansen in the Pavilions Theatrette

$10 per adult, kids free, includes Morning Tea

$30 includes a signed book!

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

RSVP by Sunday 23rd

info@stanleyandtarkine.com.au

A one night only performance as part of CHarts Festival by string quartet Strings on Fire featuring the iconic music of Queen and Coldplay. Cost $40. Drinks available to purchase.

Browse handmade crafts, fresh seasonal produce, gourmet treats and unique gifts.

Spanning the region, CHArts brings together artists, performers, creatives and community members to showcase the incredible talent and spirit of Circular Head. For the full program of events head to the Circular Head council website.

Showcasing Tassie's best beef cooked by 2024 MasterChef runner-up Josh 'Pezza' Perry

Market Stalls - Live Music - Games - Face Painting - Art and Craft Activities

Free Robotic Dairy Tours and La Cantara Artisan Cheese Tastings

Pavillions Cafe House-made Meals and Desserts

Competitions including Little Farmer Dress Up, La Cantara Cooking Contest, Agritas & Pavilions Cafe Short Farm Film & Elders & CH Handy Hires Stand Up Cowmedy.

Discover the heart of the Northwest at this local, monthly market showcasing the best of our producers, makers, growers and gourmet food stallholders. Free entry.

Each location reveals a new performance and the full lineup remains a secret until the final note.

Starting from Tall Timbers, Smithton.

Bookings: Humantix $40 includes light refreshments

This exhibition includes trains and wooden tramlines created by the first Timbermen of Circular Head, in the late 1800s and early 1900s.

This included the Marrawah Tramway which was converted to iron rail about 1925.

The rail lines began with Stanley to Wiltshire and eventually linked to Myalla and Wynyard in 1922. But also meandered their way through farmland at Wiltshire to Mengha, Fahey’s Lane to Irishtown, through Edith Creek to the Rog - Circular Head Rail and Beyond

A relaxed, informative and delicious experience for curious folk.

Forage Festival travels to Smithton for a lunchtime taste adventure. A locally-focused menu prepared by chef Paul Hugo and one last chance to meet the producers is the perfect way to cap off your festival weekend.

The perfect way to start your Sunday – quality Makers and Producers, delicious treats, a smattering of music and of course… coffee!

This is a special edition of the Harvest Market just for Forage Festival – come down and stock up on supplies to take home.

Let’s call this our main event – the inaugural Street Feast will transform Stanley’s quaint, postcard-worthy Church Street into a rollicking outdoor party.

Musical guests from across the state include NW local singer-songwriter Amy Pegg, the sweet Americana-soaked harmonies of the Kucera Brothers, powerful blues & roots from Sheyana Band, and infectious, dare-you-not-to-dance grooves from Hobart 10-piece behemoth Boil Up.

Whether you’re enjoying a beverage by the fire, relaxing in the the Town Hall’s art deco expanse or busting out on the dancefloor, Street Feast is the heart of Forage Festival

This intimate performance is a live accompaniment to the Scrounging Along the Way installation, with Bert Spinks delivering greater meaning and context to his Tarkine-focused work.

Space is strictly limited; tickets are free but must be booked in advance.

An exquisite multi-course dinner curated and prepared by Smithton local legend, gourmet butcher and 2024 MasterChef second-to-champion Josh “Pezza” Perry. This intimate experience is held at historic Highfield House, with a menu featuring the absolute finest from pastures literally next door, pristine waters over the hill and farms just around the corner. With Pezza in the kitchen, the best of the region will taste better than ever.

This intimate foodie experience is your chance to meet & eat with some of the talented humans behind NW Tassie’s world-class produce. The setting is relaxed and informal, where chef-prepared offerings are paired with presentations from the farmers, fishers and artisans behind the ingredients. With plenty of time between offerings to chat, imbibe and ask endless questions, Meet The Producers tickets are strictly limited and always hot property.

Transporting the majesty of the Tarkine to the township of Stanley, Bert Spinks presents Scrounging Along the Way.

An installation artwork commissioned just for Forage Festival, the renowned writer, poet and storyteller will layer field recordings, soundscapes, found objects and stories to create an ode – or perhaps a requiem – to the expansive rainforest held dear to his heart.

A Weekend Feast on Tasmania’s Tasting TrailFor one weekend only, Tasting Trail Tasmania brings you TrailGraze—an exclusive food and drink event celebrating the best of North and North West Tasmania.

The Rip-Curl West Coast Classic 50th Surfing Championship will be held over Easter from 18th to 21st April 2025.

The Show retains all the traditional features you expect of an agricultural show including equestrian events, wood chopping, home industries, dairy and beef cattle competition, Miss Showgirl/boy competition and the very popular animal nursery; culminating with the Grand Parade at 3pm.

A family fun day with a variety of activities, displays and attractions throughout the day.

Follow our Facebook page and see web site leading up to the day.

Time: 8:00am

15 September 2024 - Beef + Cheese + Art - Event by CHArts

If you're always in the 'mood' for mouth watering beef and smooth full flavoured cheese this is the event for you!

We're bringing you a cow themed event with the freshest of produce with an arty twist!

Sample Cape Grim Beef and Robbins Island Wagyu cooked by MasterChef 2024 'Pezza' along with Perry Quality Meats award winning sausages.

5 September 2024 - Stanley is the place to be...

Start packing your bag for a weekend away in Stanley!

Why? Because CHArts in Stanley is coming this September with exhibitions, poetry, wine, live entertainment, special guest musicians and of course, yummy local produce!

WHEN: Thursday, 5th of September - Sunday, 8th of September

Time: 5:00pm

1 September 2024 - Charts

Celebrate the start of the CHArts Festival with an a refreshing dip in the icy waters of Bass Strait under the picturesque Stanley Nut.

Wear your best pink outfit for your chance to win a $100 gift card

Egg and bacon muffins cooked on the bbq thanks to Stronger Together in Circular Head

Time: 9:00am - Spring Swim in Pink

7 August 2024 - Charts

Stanley Town Hall presents a night of 'Fusion music' featuring incredible artists Emily Sanzaro and 4 Souls Searching.

Emily Sanzaro is an innovative harpist, vocalist, violinist and electronic loop artist.

4 Souls Searching is the product of an experiment at last year's Sounds Around Town event. Featuring Kim Poole, Katie Humphries and Dudley & Cho Billing. The group explores a world of harmony and melody through the lense

5 August 2024 - Charts

Stunning floral displays, garden related market stalls, Devonshire tea, BBQ, children's activities. $5 Per Person (Under 16 free)

Time: 10:30am

2 March 2024 - Stanley Recreation Ground (indoors)

Saturday March 2nd | Entry $44

An infectious riff and groove based blue-billy-grass-rockin’-roots 3 piece band

THESE GUYS GO OFF!!

Info & Tix: stanleyseaviewinn.com.au/live-music

5 & 11 February 2024

Come on down to devil country in the beautiful North West of Tasmania for the Devil Country Muster, featuring great Tasmanian and National Contemporary artists.  The very talented Tania Kernaghan and Jason Owen will be joining us for the 2024 Devil Country's Muster.

Camping opens at the Riverbend Youth Centre Complex at 9:00 am Monday the 5^th February and closes 3:00pm Sunday 11^th February 2024

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27 January 2024 - West Esplanade

Join us for a family friendly day filled with free kids’ entertainment, fabulous live music, food vans onsite.

Duck Race (as part of the Day of the Ducks celebrations) will begin approx. 3.45 pm.

Time: 1.00 pm – 7.00 pm

Location: West Esplanade, Smithton

https://www.facebook.com/day.on.the.duck     

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28 January 2024 - Circular Head Heritage Centre & Museum

The Annual Cars show will be a day for enthusiasts and family enjoyment. There will be a Sausage sizzle, and coffee will be available.

Show Cars: 8 am to 9 am

Public: 9.30 am

Location: Duck River Pavilions – 12 Nelson Street, Smithton

Price:  Free      Phone: 0448 577 498

Come and celebrate the festive season by singing carols in the beautiful grounds of Highfield House. Bring a picnic, chairs or a rug and pack your jackets for when the sun sets. Coffee & dessert vans on site

A beautiful lead up to Christmas and an evening to remember!

Time: 7.00 pm

Highfield Historic Site, Stanley

The Christmas Twilight Market will begin at 5.00 pm until 9.00 pm. A festive chance to celebrate Christmas and a wonderful opportunity to pick up your Christmas seafood, veggies, or ham. Perhaps some last-minute gifts also.

Jerome Hillier to entertain us into the night.

Licenced event, no BYO

Time: 5.00 pm – 9.00 pm

Location: Stanley Recreation Grounds

  The 113th Circular Head Agricultural Show will be held on Saturday 2nd December 2023 at the Stanley Recreation ground. A fantastic Family Day with traditional show events - equestrian, chopping, cattle and home industries competition, animal nursery plus many other attractions and display.

Admission prices – Adults $12; Children 5-14Yrs $5 and Under 5 are Free

Family/Member tickets need to be applied for prior to Show Day $30 for 2adults + 2 children.

The Society looks forward to

The CHArts Festival (formerly Art About Town) is a month long celebration of culture, heritage and arts presented and funded by Circular Head Council. The Festival provides a platform for local artists to showcase their many talents while giving residents the opportunity to attend, participate and learn new skills. Exhibitions are predominately housed in local cafes and businesses.

11-13 March 2023 - Long Weekend - Rip Curl West Coast Surf Classic

The Rip Curl West Coast Surf Classic is a mobile surfing event held in March at Marrawah and nearby coastal areas. It is Tasmania's premier surfing event.

The Southern Ocean is renowned for producing big swells and each year West Coast Classic surfers find themselves taking on waves from one to six metres in height.   Some years have seen "Hawaiinesque" conditions.

The

13-19 February 2023 - Come on down to devil country, to the beautiful north-west coast of Tasmania, for the Devil Country Muster.

This year, the Muster celebrates its tenth anniversary! We are back to the full show, and it promises to be the biggest event we have ever planned! The show kicks off on Wednesday, and there is a lot going on right through to Sunday morning, with the Talent Quest, a dedicated Walk-Up Show, a Variety Show, the Main Show, and the Gospel Show.

29 January 2023 - The Circular Heritage Centre Presents...

'Collectible Car Show and Shine 2023' (Free).

Enjoy a day of dapper Cars, Tours & Food.

Sunday 29th January at Duck River Pavilions & Visitor Centre.

12 Nelson St Smithton from 10 am - 2 pm.

The museum will be open for history enthusiasts - $5 entry

28 January 2023 - Fun Family Event

A Day on the Duck is a fun family event with free children’s activities, great food vendors, refreshment and entertainment. Featuring a fantastic line up of local talent with the headline act, the ever popular Kitty and the Heartbeats!

Be part of the Duck Race that takes place on the Duck River – purchase a rubber duck and cheer it through to the finish line. If your duck is first over the line you

26 January 2023 - The Australia Day Celebration Fireworks

The fireworks display will commence from 9.30pm. The best vantage points to see the display will be from the Banks of the Duck River, Smithton so pack a picnic, grab a rug or chairs and settle in for the magic!

For more information please visit the Circular Head Council website https://www.circularhead.tas.gov.au/. or call Circular Head council on (03) 6452 4800.