Frequently Asked Questions

    When & Where

  • The Tasmanian Wine Festival is held at the Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens in Hobart, Tasmania.

    Access to the event is via the main gates on Lower Domain Road. There is no entry or parking at the bottom carpark on the Domain Highway.

  • The Tasmanian Wine Festival is held annually in summer. The event is returning in 2026, with dates yet to be announced.

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  • Entry to the event is through the Main Gates of the Botanical Gardens only, which is located on Lower Doamin Road.

    There is limited parking available on Lower Domain Road (near the Main Entrance of the Botanical Gardens), as well as a few car parks surrounding the Gardens. We encourage patrons to get dropped off or use public transportation including Taxis and rideshare vehicles.

    The bottom carpark on the Domain Highway is closed off for the public. There is no parking or entry via this gate.

  • Tickets

  • The Tasmanian Wine Festival is a ticketed event. Tickets are currently not on sale.

  • Tickets are currently not on sale.

  • We encourage all patrons with accessibility requirements to contact the festival team prior to the event: info@taswinefest.com.au

  • Yes! The Tasmanian Wine Festival accepts valid Companion Cards. Companion card holders are required to contact the festival prior to the event: info@taswinefest.com.au

    Companions must arrive with the ticket holder they are with.

  • The Event

  • • Access to Tasmania's best vineyards in one location
    • Heaps of local food options
    • Live music from great bands & artists
    • Premium reuseable wine glass

    Purchasing a Tasting Ticket brings the benefits of a General Admission ticket, along with Tasting Tokens.

  • The Tasmanian Wine Festival has a wide range reds, whites and sparklings from all around the state at the event, including both Tasmanian staples and varietals you may not know of. Check out all of our vendors here

    In addition to some great Tassie wines, a range of summer cocktails, craft beers, cider, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.

  • The Saturday Afternoon and Sunday sessions are Licensed All Ages, all other sessions are 18+.

    Patrons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian above the age of 25.

    Children aged between 5-17 years must hold a ticket to gain entry. Under 5s are free and do not require a ticket.

    Ticket holders under the age of 18 cannot purchase a Tasting or VIP ticket.

  • Yes. We have a beautiful range of food available, also including vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and dairy free options. See the feasting line-up here

  • We have a wide variety of beverages available from craft beers,ciders, spirits and summer cocktails. This is in addition to a wide range of non alcoholic drinks.

  • Tastings

  • Most vineyards at the Tasmanian Wine Festival offer tastings to patrons. Tastings can be redeemed by purchasing Tasting Tokens that are available on the day, or included with a Tasting Ticket or VIP Ticket.

    Like what you tried? Make sure to purchase a glass or bottle to support Tasmanian wine producers & vineyards!

    There are no free tastings at the Tasmanian Wine Festival.

  • No. Vendors at the Tasmanian Wine Festival do not offer free tastings.

    Tasting Tokens are available with either a Tasting or VIP Ticket, or can be purchased at the event.

    Like what you tried? Make sure to purchase a glass or bottle to support Tasmanian wine producers & vineyards!

  • Misc

  • Tasmanian vineyards and food producers are encouraged to fill out an Expression of Interest form

  • Patrons should be aware that photography and videography takes place at this event. Recorded imagery may be used for marketing and promotional purposes.

  • See our contact page for more how to reach us!