Beatbox, bluegrass and cabaret: everything inside the Festival of Voices 2026 program

words by staff writer

Tasmania's beloved Festival of Voices returns this July.

Bringing together an eclectic mix of world-class artists, community singalongs, intimate performances and hands-on workshops across Hobart and beyond, Festival of Voices is back.

Whether you’re a seasoned singer or someone who only hums in the shower, there’s something here for every voice.

Festival of Voices

When: 28 June – 15 July 2026
Where: Hobart, Launceston, Burnie, St Helens, and regional Tasmania
Full program and tickets: here

Check out our gig guide, our festival guide, our live music venue guide and our nightclub guide. Follow us on Instagram here.

Country pub chorus: The Wolfe Brothers

4 July, 2.00 pm, Easy Tiger, St Helens
5 July, 2.00 pm, Longley International Hotel
SOLD OUT

The Wolfe Brothers are hitting the road for two afternoons of classic country pub singalongs across the state.

No auditions, no nerves, just a bunch of people coming together over songs everyone knows and loves. Lyrics are provided, so all you need to do is show up ready to sing.

Speed dating with composers workshop and concert

4 July, 9am, Paranaple Convention Centre
4 July, 6pm, Paranaple Convention Centre
Tickets here

A genuinely unique offering, this two-part event pairs a full-day workshop with a one-night-only concert.

Singer-songwriters Daniel J Townsend, Jenny Mitchell and Meg Washington guide participants through an immersive day of collaboration and music-making, before workshop participants join the artists on stage to perform what they’ve learned.

A rare chance to witness creativity in real time!

An evening with David Campbell

3 July, 8.00 pm, Federation Concert Hall
Tickets here

Cabaret, charm and classic songs in an intimate setting.

David Campbell strips things back, swapping the big band for a trio, to deliver an up-close performance full of timeless material from Bobby Darin, Johnny O’Keefe and more. Expect storytelling, soul and that signature voice.

Lior with string quartet

8 July, 7.30 pm, Theatre Royal
Tickets here

One of Australia’s most celebrated singer-songwriters takes to the Theatre Royal stage alongside Strings on Fire for a warm, chamber-style evening.

Lior performs reimagined selections from his catalogue, including fan favourites This Old Love and Daniel, wrapped in lush string arrangements. Intimate, elegant and not to be missed.

Club Broadway

11 July, 3.00 pm, The Grand Poobah
Tickets here

The glitter-drenched musical theatre party comes to Hobart’s Grand Poobah.

Fresh from sell-out nights around the country, Club Broadway invites fans to sing, dance and relive their favourite showtunes on a full club sound system, hosted by DJ Dan Murphy. Expect hits from Hamilton, Wicked, Six, Chicago, Rent, Disney and more.

Costumes are very much encouraged.

Apple Shed Shindig

11 July, 6.00 pm, Willie Smith’s Apple Shed
Tickets here

After selling out last year, the Apple Shed Shindig is back at Willie Smith’s Apple Shed for another night of singing, dancing and community warmth.

Led by choir legend Rose Wilson and folk band WolfeFolk, the evening kicks off with a three-part harmony arrangement of Mumford & Sons’ I Will Wait, performed with a live six-piece band.

The night then rolls into traditional Tasmanian tunes, bluegrass, and crowd singalongs including I Will Survive and Mamma Mia! No experience required, just enthusiasm.

Sing ‘n Sip

11 July, 3.00 pm, Rowella Hall
12 July, 3.00 pm, The Welcome Swallow Brewery
Tickets here

Two relaxed, feel-good singalong sessions designed for everyone, regardless of experience.

Join Australia’s favourite piano man Trevor Jones for Sing It!, an interactive session where the audience helps choose the setlist, or settle in for a session with Travis Hennessy, featuring vocal warm-ups, easy arrangements and plenty of good cheer.

Lyrics provided, drinks in hand, come to one or make a weekend of it.

Salamanca@6 series

Bully Hay, 5 July, 6.00 pm
Emily Sanzaro, 6 July, 6.00 pm
Mia Barron & Isle Two, 7 July, 6.00 pm
No Man’s Band, 8 July, 6.00 pm
Cassandra Charlick, 9 July, 6.00 pm
Tickets here

Five intimate evenings at the Peacock Theatre shining a light on Tasmania’s emerging singers and ensembles.

Each night brings something different, fresh voices, original work and new ideas, making this one of the festival’s most exciting and unpredictable series. A great way to discover the next wave of local talent.

Xani

Xani Looping Workshop, 5 July, 2.00 pm
Xani + Machine, 5 July, 7.00 pm
Both events at The Barn at Rosny Farm
Tickets here

An afternoon and evening dedicated to the creative possibilities of sound.

Begin with the Xani Looping Workshop at 2.00 pm, exploring improvisation and looping with voice or instrument, before heading into Xani + Machine at 7.00 pm, a high-energy live performance layering strings, violin and electronic effects into an immersive sonic experience.

Tom Thum

3 July, 8.00 pm, Tom Thum, Altar Bar
4 July, 12.00 pm, Tom Thum Beatboxing Workshop, Youth Arts & Recreation Centre
Tickets here

The world-renowned beatbox phenomenon brings two events to the festival.

Catch his headline show at Altar Bar, where he conjures entire sonic worlds using nothing but his voice, from orchestral sweeps to jazz and techno, before joining budding beatboxers at the Youth Arts & Recreation Centre for a hands-on workshop open to all.

For more information, head here.

This article was made in partnership with Festival of Voices.

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