Beaker Street Festival at TMAG
Image details: Beaker Street Festival at TMAG, Photo: Fred and Hannah for Brand Tasmania
Join us for special, free events during Beaker Street Festival 2026.
This August, Beaker Street Festival returns to TMAG with a dynamic program of talks, tours, demonstrations and exhibitions. Discover some of the fascinating work that happens behind-the-scenes and beyond the galleries – meet TMAG scientists and curators, and learn more about the collections and research that help uncover the stories of Lutruwita/Tasmania.
What's On
TMAG After Dark, 14 & 15 August
Come and see TMAG in a whole new light… after-dark!
Family Discovery Day, 16 August
A fun-filled day of exploration, creativity and discovery for curious minds of all ages.
Prof Lisa Harvey-Smith's Whistle-Stop Tour of the Universe, 16 August
An engaging look at the cosmos that will dazzle, amaze and amuse astronomy-curious audiences.
Beaker Street Science Photography Prize Exhibition, 5 August – 6 September
Science through your lens, from the microscopic to the monumental
Beaker Street CoLab Exhibition, 5 August – 6 September
About Beaker Street Festival
Beaker Street Festival is Tasmania's annual celebration of science and culture, bringing together leading researchers, artists, storytellers and curious minds across a program of unique events and experiences.
Learn more about the festival and see the full program at the Beaker Street website