Events in the Galleries
photos: Jessica King
Upcoming Events
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Artist Talks
Saturday 30 August
10:30am - 11:30am
FREE
Hear some of this year’s Hadley's Art Prize finalists talk about their artwork in the galleries.
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Stay During Hadley's Art Prize
29 August - 21 September
Use promo code HAP25 to save up to 20% off* Hadley’s best available rate, plus receive a copy of the 2025 Hadley’s Art Prize catalogue.
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Writing the Wild
Saturday 20 September
10am - 1pm
Journey south along the scenic channel highway to the beautiful Art Farm Birchs Bay for a creative writing workshop with award-winning author Lucy Christopher that will immerse you in the Tasmanian landscape.
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Family Day
Sunday 21 September
11am - 1pm
FREE
Come along for a fun and fascinating look at this year’s exhibition, designed to engage the whole family.
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Free Exhibition Tours
Every Thursday at 3pm during the exhibition
FREE
4 September
11 September
18 September
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Art and the Endangered
Saturday 13 September
3-4pm
FREE
Learn about the endangered species in Pamela Pauline’s work with Senior Curator of Zoology, Dr David Hocking
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Jewellery Workshop
Sunday 14 September
10am - 2pm
Venue: Art Farm Birchs Bay
AWEAR: making wearable gestures of hope about climate change with Janine Combes, held at the Art Farm Birchs Bay
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Teaching and learning with Lala’s Garden
Saturday 13 September
10am - 10:45am
FREE
Venue: Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
Start the day by joining Pakana (Tasmanian Aboriginal) woman Theresa Sainty in acknowledging Country through Lala’s Gardens at The Old Woolstore Apartment Hotel
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Teaching and learning with city-based artists
Saturday 13 September
11am - 12:15pm
Venue: UTAS Hunter Street campus
FREE
Join Associate Professor Abbey MacDonald and one of the Hadley’s Art Prize judges Caine Chennatt to explore examples of exhibitions showcasing the work of Aboriginal artists shaping the city-based artists movement.
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Teaching and learning with the Hadley’s Art Prize
Saturday 13 September
1:30 - 2:45pm
FREE
Join Curator Dr Amy Jackett and President of the Tasmanian Art Teachers Association Sarah Brooke for an exhibition tour and introduction to the Hadley’s Art Prize education resource
Education Day
Culture, Creativity and Changing Landscapes
Saturday 13 September 2025
Proudly presented by the University of Tasmania (UTAS), Hadley’s Art Prize, and the Tasmanian Art Teachers Association (TATA)
For a unique and special experience, private events can be booked in the gallery.
Click here to view our Private Events Compendium
For more information contact Prue on events@hadleyshotel.com.au
Private Events
Hadley’s is one of Hobart’s oldest hotels with almost two centuries of history and countless comfortable stays. Stay during Hadley’s Art Prize and save up to 20%* and receive a Prize Catalogue when you use promo code HAP25.
Stay at Hadley’s
Family Day
Come along for a fun and fascinating look at this year’s finalists’ exhibition, specially designed for kids with free activities.
Exhibition Tour
Come and learn more about this year’s finalists’ artworks with this free exhibition tour.
Add Hadley’s Signature Afternoon Tea by phoning 03 6237 2999. Learn more here.
Exhibition Tour
Come and learn more about this year’s finalists’ artworks with this free exhibition tour.
Add Hadley’s Signature Afternoon Tea by phoning 03 6237 2999. Learn more here.
Yoga in the Gallery
Join us for Sunday morning yoga in the gallery! Yoga teacher and science communicator Penny Jones will lead you through a gentle yoga sequence inspired by the art around you. Breathe, stretch, move, and connect to body, breath, and the landscapes that hold us. What a way to start the day! No yoga experience required.
Creativity and Changing Habitats
Travel around Australia through art with the 2023 Hadley’s Art Prize exhibition of finalists. Come and see how artists are responding to changing landscapes.
Learn about orange bellied parrots and make an orange bellied parrot paper plane.
At 3:30pm join CEO of the Tasmanian Land Conservancy and conservation ecologist James Hattam and Hadley’s Art Prize Curator Amy Jackett for a walking conversation in the gallery about the role of creativity in sparking awareness of environmental issues and how creativity is important for scientific problem solving and endeavour.
Creativity and Changing Landscapes
Join us for an arts, science and sustainability focused professional learning experience, comprising a carefully curated program of exploring and responding sessions – all designed to intrigue and inspire.
Held at The Hedberg, Hadley’s Orient Hotel, and the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery
This special event is proudly presented by University of Tasmania – College of Arts, Law and Education (UTAS CALE), Tasmanian Art Teachers Association (TATA), Hadley’s Art Prize Hobart and Art Education Australia (AEA).
Exhibition Tour
Come and learn more about this year’s finalists’ artworks with this free exhibition tour.
Add Hadley’s Signature Afternoon Tea by phoning 03 6237 2999. Learn more here.
Comedian & Curator Tour
One of our most popular exhibition events with much-loved Comedian Luke McGregor and our curator Amy Jackett giving a unique and entertaining exhibition tour! Whether you’re a regular gallery-goer, or someone who knows nothing about art, this event is sure to inspire you as you hear Luke’s comedic wit with his honest and immediate reactions to the art followed by the curator’s arty explanation. This event gives a light-hearted and informative look at the artwork of the 2023 Hadley’s Art Prize finalists. If you didn’t love art before this event you are sure to after!
Afternoon Tea with an Artist: Megan Walch
Join renowned contemporary artist Megan Walch for a special afternoon indulging with some of Hadley’s delicious Victorian sweets in the Howard Hadley Gallery. Dabble with watercolours and pencils, while hearing tips and tricks from Meg.
Artist Q&APaper, watercolours and pencils will be supplied.
You are welcome to bring drawing/ sketch books/ your own watercolour/ pencils etc.
No acrylic paint or oils please.
Dr Megan Walch is one of the finalists in the 2023 Hadley’s Art Prize. She is a Tasmanian Painter who exploits the extreme plastic conditions of painting and drawing media. She exhibits her work and offers creative workshops and consultation.
For an inspirational afternoon, we recommend starting this experience with an insightful guided exhibition tour (no additional cost, from 12:30-1:30pm).
Exhibition Tour
Come and learn more about this year’s finalists’ artworks with this free exhibition tour.
Add Hadley’s Signature Afternoon Tea by phoning 03 6237 2999. Learn more here.
Gala Exhibition Opening
Celebrate with the artists and congratulate the winners!
Enjoy a premium preview of our unique Australian landscape art prize while experiencing Hadley’s famous hospitality in Hobart’s historic heart. Drink and canapes included in ticket price 4:30-6:00pm.
The Opening of the 2023 Hadley's Art Prize Exhibition of Finalists is the perfect opportunity to be among the first to see the exhibition, add to your art collection, meet the artists, and soak up the beauty of Hadley's Orient Hotel.
Dress: cocktail with a splash of gold!
Drinks will be available to purchase in the galleries between 6:00pm – 7:30pm.
Stay With Art
Why not make a night of it and stay at Hadley's Orient Hotel. Use the code HAP23 for 10% off accommodation and a copy of the 2023 Hadley's Art Prize catalogue when booking through hadleyshotel.com.au.
TSO in the Gallery
Join us for an exclusive preview of the 2023 Hadley's Art Prize finalists' exhibition and an intimate short performance by a TSO ensemble in the stunning Hadley’s gallery space.
Enjoy a glass of Jansz sparkling wine and canapes on arrival to set the scene, before embarking on a guided exhibition tour with Hadley's Art Prize Curator, Dr Amy Jackett. Hear the stories behind the artworks, learn about the artists, and how the works were made.
Delight in a memorable performance by TSO musicians with music filling the gallery and bringing the works to life. As the evening draws to a close, take a leisurely view of the art, savour sweet nibbles, and a chance to register your expression of interest in purchasing an artwork.