Events

We are a vibrant, diverse community where there is always an interesting activity or event to get along to.

Please visit our Waste Wise Events Policy page.

Events that are being held on Council owned or managed land require a permit. You may be required to fill out applications forms depending on your event.
Please follow this link for more information: Community Forms and Event Permits

Here we list some of our favourite upcoming events, scroll down to see what’s on.  Please choose the filter to search for particular events like ARTS, SENIORS and YOUTH eg.

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A dose of nature – weekly walks in Kingborough Reserves

Join Council’s Natural Areas Interpretation Officer, BJ and health professionals for a gentle stroll in nature. Walks will focus on the natural world around us and the health benefits of spending time in nature. Every Thursday from 9.30-10am except 28 December 2023. This information will be valid until April 2024. No bookings required. Click on…

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Battle of the Bands: jam sessions

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Are you in a band or would like to join one? Come along to our pre-Youth Week jam sessions for bands, singers, duos or electronic artists.  These sessions are FREE, but bookings are to be made via the link below.  Prizes to be won!  Ages 12 - 25.

Free
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Barista Basics (Term 1 Youth Services) – SOLD OUT

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Learn the art of making a great latte and more! Graduate with a certificate in coffee making for your next job. Ages 14+ only $25 + BF Thursday, 21 & 28 March and 4 April | 4pm - 6pm (must attend all dates to graduate)

$25

World Poetry Day Workshop

KIN Creative Space 20 Beach Road, Kingston Beach, Tasmania

Have you ever wanted to write a poem, or to enhance your poetry writing skills? This workshop will give you tools to express your feelings or ideas in poetry format. Let's celebrate World Poetry Day together at the KIN Creative Space. Local author and poet, Kim Bambrook, will facilitate the event. In a relaxed and…

$15

What are you dying to know?

Bruny Island Health Centre 16 School Road, Alonnah, TAS

What are you dying to know during this Advance Care Planning Week?  Join Tracey Rusden from EOL Bucket List and Bec Lyons from Solace End of Life Services as they host a free three-hour workshop exploring the role of the end-of-life doula, advance care planning, funeral planning, home funeral and DIY approaches, and ways of…

Free
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BBQ and Beats

Kingston Park Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Free BBQ, Games and Youth Beat Services Join in for a game as a fun after-school activity and let us cook you a BBQ while you relax and enjoy some music with your friends. Mission Australia’s Youth Beat van will also be on site. This event is every Friday from 3.30 - 4.30pm on the…

Ukrainian Samchykivka Folk Art

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Create your own artwork by listening to yourself and your imagination and follow your heart to express your feelings via Samchykivka art. Join us at the Samchykivka Art Workshop for a delightful day of creativity and inspiration! Immerse yourself in the world of art as we explore the beauty of Folk Art. Whether you are a seasoned artist…

$10

Arabic Calligraphy

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Learn to write your name in Arabic and experience the calming nature of the brush on paper. Embrace the mindfulness of Arabic Calligraphy with Halima as she guides you through the history of this ancient art form. A chance to explore the unique modulations of this cultural art form through pictograms, strokes and lettering. Create…

$10

Henna Art

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Experienced and talent artist Ranjeeta Saini will be providing beautiful henna tattoo art at our harmony week celebration. Book now and just show your ticket on arrival.

$10

Harmony Week

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Join us for an evening of delicious food, art, music, and entertainment! Music by Latin American band Kattleya Indian Bharathnatyam dancing, and Colombian dance activity Henna tattooing by Ranjeeta Ethiopian, Indian, and Turkish food Alcoholic drinks by the Coffee Hole Arabic Calligraphy Ukrainian Samchykivka Folk Art Bookings essential for Calligraphy and Folk Art workshops. Please…

End of Life Expo 2024

Kingborough Community Hub 7 Goshawk Way, Kingston, TAS

Stalls, guest speakers and one-on-one conversations with the people who will help you to plan and prepare in advance for your end of life wishes. This free event includes advice and information on wills, guardianships, advance care plans, financials, palliative care, types of funerals, natural burials, end of life doulas, grief and bereavement support, having…

Free