Royal Park, Launceston, TAS

Tues 31st December 4 PM - 12:30 AM

Celebrate this NYE in style at one of Launceston's most picturesque sites and enjoy the finest in unique, exotic and small batch craft beers, ciders, cocktails and wines; hand crafted and perfectly complemented by the most decadent local street eats.

Launceston Beerfest offers a uniquely Tasmanian New Year’s Eve adventure, with activities and entertainment catering for families and late night revellers alike; including 2 fireworks displays and a dedicated 18+VIP lounge for those seeking the most lavish of experiences.

BeerFest will take festival-goers on a journey of beer and food discovery; exploring rare brews, beer/food pairing and exclusive festival brews, ciders, cocktails and boutique spirits from around the Country, direct from the brewers themselves.

It’s the biggest and most anticipated BeerFest season yet. Australia’s longest running, original beer festival returns this summer with seven festivals taking place across Australia.

Live Entertainment

HEADLINING: Art vs Science

BeerFest continues to delivers a huge line-up of live entertainment with Australian electronic dance group Art vs Science headlining at all seven festivals in 2019/2020.

For the full entertainment lineup, check the event info page on our website. We'll be announcing more & more as we get closer to the festival date.

Ticket and Accommodation Packages – with Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston

Located in the heart of city, Hotel Grand Chancellor Launceston is the perfect accommodation base for your BeerFest and New Year’s celebrations.

Just 5 minutes walk from Royal Park, enjoy overlooking views of the city from the comfort of your room. Explore the luxuries of the hotel, with on-site car parking, complimentary WI-FI and the Avenue Restaurant & Lobby Bar serving buffet breakfast daily.

Superior Room Package - $150 per night

Enjoy one of our spacious in a Superior Rooms, with either twin double beds or a king bed*. With your choice of a walk in shower or shower over bath. The rooms sleep 2 and this package includes 2 General Admission tickets.

VIP Room Package - $300 per night

Includes content of the Superior Room Package above, with 2 VIP tickets in place of the GA.

Numbers are limited so book early.

* please nominate your preference at the time of booking, subject to availability.

Your Ticket Includes

Your General Admission Ticket Includes:

• Fireworks show twilight & midnight
• 1:1 interaction with stall holders
• FREE, reusable and dishwasher-safe BeerFest Festival cup
• LIVE entertainment (Look out for entertainment schedule closer to the festival date)
• Live music
• Live comedy
• Extensive kids entertainment and activities

Your VIP Marquee Ticket Includes:

• All of General Admission ticket contents plus...
• Exclusive VIP only area
• VIP private toilets
• Drink on arrival
• Tapas and canapes

note: the VIP area is strictly 18+ only

More Info

If you're after more info, check out the event info page on our website.

This covers a lot of the details of the festival, including full lineup and FAQ's. It will be regularly updated as we move closer to the festival date.

With thanks to Launceston City Council

Major Sponsors: Launceston City Council, Events Tasmania, Weedings Hire, Examiner Newspaper, Grand Chancellor Hotel

Peoples Choice: BWS