Town Hall Open Day – A Celebration of Heritage and Community

Published on 16 October 2025

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The City of Hobart is inviting the community to step inside one of the city’s most iconic heritage buildings for a day of discovery, entertainment and family fun at the Hobart Town Hall Open Day on Sunday 19 October.

From 10am to 4pm this Sunday, the Town Hall will come alive with free activities, live music, interactive workshops, building tours, and heritage displays that showcase Hobart’s rich history and vibrant culture.

Highlights of the day include:

  • Historic double-decker tram and steam roller displays on Macquarie Street
  • Live performances from choirs, folk bands and youth musicians
  • Children’s activities including face-painting, games, dancing workshops and craft
  • Mini floral show, video art installations, and a Sister City exhibition
  • Guided building tours led by Hobart City Council elected members
  • Informative talks on waste, gardening, native plants and urban design
  • The day will begin with an Opening Ceremony at 10am on the front steps, featuring a Welcome to Country, Smoking Ceremony, and official welcome from the Lord Mayor.
  • Visitors can also enjoy coffee and ice cream on the back deck, explore the UNESCO City of Literature Library, and take part in a Palawa dance workshop.

Event Details

  • Date: Sunday, 19 October 2025
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Location: Hobart Town Hall, Hobart 7000
  • Cost: Free

The City of Hobart has a strong history of community engagement through popular Open Days, including the 2016 Town Hall sesquicentenary event which drew around 5000 attendees, and a children’s “Hidden Histories” event in 2021.

Quotes to be attributed to Hobart Lord Mayor Anna Reynolds:

“We’re throwing open the doors of Town Hall with our first Open Day since 2016.

“Town Hall is the people’s building and yet there are people who’ve never been in here before.

“Sunday’s Open Day is for everyone, whether you’re interested in Hobart’s history, colonial architecture, trams, Council’s work, music, storytelling or children’s activities.

“This will be a fun and free day out with the family.

“The Town Hall is not just a beautiful building – it’s a vibrant part of our city’s civic life.”

 

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