Australian Wooden Boat Festival
Highlights
- Explore over 400 stunning wooden vessels at Hobart's waterfront, showcasing the rich maritime culture of the Southern Hemisphere.
- Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Parade of Sail, celebrating the grandeur of historic tall ships and classic yachts.
- Indulge in delicious Tasmanian food and drink while enjoying live music at the festival tavern, creating a festive ambience.
- Engage in hands-on workshops and activities in the dedicated kids' maritime precinct, ensuring fun for the whole family.
AWBF is Tasmania’s largest free event and the largest celebration of wooden boats and maritime culture in the Southern Hemisphere.
Founded in 1994, the four-day festival is held biennially in Hobart, spanning the entire waterfront and feeding into the city beyond.
Hobart’s historic port bursts to life with a vibrant atmosphere, offering a curated blend of experiences. The festival features a stunning collection of 400+ wooden vessels, from historic tall ships and classic yachts to traditional fishing boats.
Visitors can enjoy the grandeur of the opening Parade of Sail, and the closing Admiral’s Sail, along with on-water displays, boat cruises and tours, symposium talks, workshops, cooking demos, exhibitions, theatre, film, live music at the festival tavern, delicious Tasmanian food and drink, and a dedicated kids’ maritime precinct with shaded areas and plenty of activities.
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Dates & times
- Next occurrence: reoccurring
Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Features
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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