Hogmanay Hootenanny

TASMANIA

Celebrate New Year's eve - Scottish Style!

Where:

Max Fry Hall, Launceston

When:

31st December 2026

Time:

7:30pm til late

TICKETS

“What an amazing night! That was literally incredible, I cannot thank you enough for giving the Australians a proper ceilidh.”

Naomi & Ben

“Brilliant. The ceilidh was second to none, everyone was raving about it. The music was also fantastic... Want to do it all over again.”

Emma & Ali

“We couldn't have anticipated how much fun everyone would have. Graeme has the uncanny ability to get everyone up on the dance floor within minutes. Watching him teach each dance was like a masterclass.”

Gillian Flaherty

“Ranging from seasoned Scots to first-time Australians, and everyone loved it. Graeme made the dances fun, easy to follow, and got everyone up for multiple rounds of dancing.”

Calum McEwan

“Graeme has a wonderful way of making sure everyone feels included, whether you’re a seasoned ceilidh dancer or a total beginner. The energy, fun, and laughter was infectious.”

Hannah Wilson

“What an amazing night! That was literally incredible, I cannot thank you enough for giving the Australians a proper ceilidh.”

Naomi & Ben

“Brilliant. The ceilidh was second to none, everyone was raving about it. The music was also fantastic... Want to do it all over again.”

Emma & Ali

A SCOTTISH HOGMANAY
IN TASSIE

Hogmanay is Scotland’s biggest celebration of the year — a New Year’s tradition filled with music, dancing and community spirit. From city streets to village halls, it’s a night where people gather to sing, spin and welcome the bells together.

In 2023, we brought that spirit to Tasmania with the Tassie Hogmanay Hootenanny — a proper Scottish-style New Year’s Eve built around live folk music, ceilidh dancing and shared tradition

Expect big tunes, bagpipes, Highland dancers and a packed dance floor counting down to midnight — the proper way.

3 sold out years

Since our launch in 2023, we have had over 400 attendees in 3 sold out years. See what we have been up to...

Hogmanay Hootenanny 2023 - Ceilidh Dancing all night

The Scottish Nutbush - The Slosh - Hogmanay Hootenanny 2024

Highland Dancers at Hogmanay Hootenanny 2025

Smiles all round as we fill the room for an Orcadian Strip the Willow at Hogmanay Hootenanny 2024

Strip the willow is always a favourite at Hogmanay Hootenanny

The spinning never stops at Hogmanay Hootenanny

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER

Our Hootenanny has evolved since it's launch with new exciting elements being added each year. This gives you an idea of what you can expect at future events.

Guests arrive to the sound of the Caledonian Pipe Band, setting the tone for a grand Hogmanay welcome.

The hosts open the evening with an introduction and a Highland dance demonstration to begin the celebrations in style.

Enjoy a lively mix of singalong folk songs and ceilidh dancing, with plenty of chances for everyone to join in.

A traditional Address to the Haggis followed by a hearty Scottish supper, bringing one of Hogmanay’s best-loved customs to Tasmania.

A special performance featuring pipers and Highland dancers together in a stirring celebration of Scottish tradition.

The dance floor comes alive again with more music, more dancing and more crowd favourites as the night builds towards midnight.

A wee dram and Scottish treats help everyone gather together as the excitement grows and the countdown draws near.

Raise your voices for Auld Lang Syne and welcome the New Year surrounded by music, tradition and community.

The formal programme wraps up after a full evening of celebration, dancing and unforgettable Hogmanay spirit.

TASMANIA