Tasmania’s agriCULTURED festival will return in November, shining a light on the region’s producers, growers, food, culture and communities.

Held in Launceston, Tasmania’s UNESCO City of Gastronomy, agriCULTURED brings together farmers, producers, artists, makers, and everyday eaters to explore what the state grows, how it’s grown, and why it matters.

Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events Roger Jaensch says events like agriCULTURED play an important role in attracting visitors to northern Tasmania and supporting the region’s tourism industry.

“From the paddock to plate, the world wants what Tassie’s got,” he says.

“agriCULTERED celebrates some of our finest beverage makers, growers, producers, and farmers from across northern Tasmania, giving visitors another reason to explore our amazing state.

“The festival is part of a broader calendar of outstanding events that are encouraging people to explore every corner of Tasmania.

“Through our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, we’re investing in events that drive visitation, support local businesses and help keep our economy strong, including the one in six Tasmanians employed in the tourism and hospitality industry.”

A major component of this year’s program is the UNESCO Creative Cities Network Sister City Exchange Program, which will commence during this year’s agriCULTURED festival and run over the next three years. The inaugural exchange welcomes a delegation from Kelowna, Canada, which was designated as Canada’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy in 2025.

agriCULTURED will run between 5 and 8 November in Launceston and surrounds.