Sunday Entertainment

Our Sunday headliner is one of Australia’s premier songsmiths. Multi-award-winning country music artist, Andrew Swift, celebrates the long road, love, and family on his fourth album, ‘Lucky Stars’.

The Royal Australian Navy Band Tasmania is a Reserve Band made up of part-time musicians with diverse civilian careers. Their Rock Band is a high-energy ensemble specialising in current Top 40s rock and pop music and classic hits, delivering truly professional performances.

Taiko Drum performs the art of Japanese drumming, a powerful and dynamic style of percussion involving the whole body in the musical performance. The Hobart-based taiko group (Taiko Drum Tas Inc.) has been performing for over 20 years at a wide range of festivals, community and private events.

The Southside Steppers are Tasmania's premier street band bringing high-energy performances and awesome vibes wherever they go. They create a funky New Orleans street party atmosphere with roving brass and percussion, playing a mix of street funk, pop, R&B and soul.

Rebecca Hancock and James Vicary are a talented duo who have been playing together since moving to Tasmania almost a decade ago. They deliver a captivating mix of bluesy, soulful original songs and covers, drawing on decades of musical experience from the local and national music scene.

Kate Meehan is Tasmania's Queen of the Blues. A three-time Chain Award winner for Best Female Vocalist and Song of the Year, she captivates audiences with powerful vocals and heartfelt performances. Her band brings soulful blues magic to life at every show.

Zinnia Blue are an alt-country/Americana duo from Cygnet, Tasmania, featuring interweaving guitars and two-part harmonies. They create sparse, brooding melodies and lyrical, uplifting ballads that reinterpret country, folk and old-time music traditions. Their unique sound is captured in their debut album The Garden.

Montz Matsumoto and Voicestrings is an alternative bluegrass band blending bluegrass, Celtic, Indian and Japanese influences. With sparkling banjo, flying flute and soaring voices, they transport audiences from the golden rice fields of Japan to the Appalachian Mountains, blending excitement and tranquillity in every performance.

Huon Valley Youth Theatre Group brings The Storytelling Tent to life! For seven years, this welcoming group has nurtured young performers aged 8-18 in all aspects of theatre. Our younger festival-goers can enjoy hourly storytelling sessions led by the group, featuring stories from local Huon author Sonya Strong alongside classic favourites. Sessions run throughout each day—pop in for free and let imagination soar!

The Balloon Lady is a bright and beautiful balloon buffoon bringing fun and enchantment to all who encounter her. Well known at Hobart's busy events, she captivates young audiences with quick hands, jokes, audience participation and her signature twisted genius.