The Redbanks Fireworks Festival & Light Show is back on Saturday 24 May, bringing with it an immersive evening of entertainment, food and creative celebration in the heart of Tasmania’s southeast.
Set amongst the bushland of Redbanks in Nugent, the festival is designed to showcase the rich creativity, flavour and character of this beautiful region.
Organisers say that rather than a one-night outing, the event is an invitation to explore this corner of Tasmania, stay the night, discover the surroundings and take in everything this area has to offer. From nearby coastal lookouts to cellar doors and walking trails, the southeast is filled with experiences worth planning a weekend around.
This year’s festival features a mix of attractions: a professional fireworks display, the debut of a brand new light show installation, a high-energy firespinning performance, live music, a bustling Kids’ Activity Village filled with workshops and entertainment, and a curated collection of local performers, artists and food vendors. With onsite camping available, it’s an opportunity to pitch a tent under the stars and enjoy the full experience without rushing home.
For families, the Kids’ Activity Village is a major drawcard, featuring hands-on circus workshops, roaming entertainers, face painting and play spaces designed to keep young festival-goers engaged and inspired throughout the evening. The festival’s layout and programming hope to make it easy for people of all ages to settle in and enjoy the rhythm of the night at their own pace.
Supported in part by the Tasmanian Festival and Event Support Fund, the festival has grown year by year into a vibrant collaborative effort between artists, musicians, food makers and event producers. This year marks another step forward in developing the event into a cornerstone winter experience for the region.
“We see the festival not just as a night of entertainment, but as a creative outlet for local talent, and a way to illuminate this part of the world, to put it on the map as somewhere worth exploring, especially in the off-season,” said event organiser Jeremy White.
White said they are always looking to collaborate with new voices. Local artists, performers, workshop facilitators, and creatives who are interested in being part of future festivals are encouraged to reach out and get involved.
“As the event continues to evolve, we’re building space for more community-driven contributions creative experimentation, and fresh ideas that reflect the spirit of Tasmania’s southeast,” White explained.
With something for all ages and a strong focus on local involvement, the Redbanks Fireworks Festival is built to be accessible, exciting and rooted in Tasmanian culture.
Tickets are available now. For event details and bookings, visit www.redbankstas.com.au.
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