Christmas in the city

28 November 2026

Lighting of the Tree & Launceston Christmas Parade

Kicking off Christmas festivities with our biggest Lighting of the Tree event yet! Featuring the Launceston Christmas Parade and World Street Eats, Launceston will light up the tree during a night of merry experiences

Lighting of the Christmas Tree
19 December 2026

Carols in the park

City Park will once again come alive with the sounds of Christmas with Carols in the Park. Featuring our most talented local musicians and performers and a special visitor from the North Pole, this free family event is not to be missed!

music in the park

Twilight Shopping

4, 11, and 18 December

Over three weeks, Twilight Shopping will take over Launcston with extended trading hours from participating businesses. Don't miss your change to squeeze in some Christmas shopping from 5-7

Christmas Window Trail

Santa's Mailbox

Extended Hours

We acknowledge Tasmanian Aboriginal People as traditional custodians of this land, we pay respect to Elders past and present, as they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hope for generations to come. We recognise and value Aboriginal histories, knowledge and lived experiences and commit to being culturally inclusive and respectful in our working relationships with Aboriginal People.

City of Launceston

Launceston Visitor Information Centre
Town Hall, 18-28 St John Street,
Launceston TAS 7250.

Phone: 1800 651 827
Mon to Fri:9am - 5pm
Sat & Sun:10am - 2pm
Public Holidays:10am - 2pm

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