A whole festival buzzing with possibilities! Get ready for something different!
Sunday 18 April 2027, 10AM – 3PM
The Esplanade, New Norfolk
The Derwent Valley Honey Bee Festival is back for 2027, and this year we’re bringing bees and honey into almost everything we do!
Imagine a festival filled with the aromas of honey-inspired food, delicious tastings, beautiful handmade creations, fascinating demonstrations, flowering plants, activities for the kids and wonderful discoveries around every corner.
We’re bringing together beekeepers, food vendors, artists, makers, growers and community groups, all with one thing in common — a creative celebration of bees, honey and pollination.
Whether you’re a honey lover, a keen gardener, a curious foodie or simply looking for a fantastic family day out, there’s something for everyone.
Come for the honey. Stay for the buzz!
Discover the Honey Bee Festival Buzz Trail
This year, we’re inviting our stallholders to get creative and bring a little bee magic to their stalls! As you explore the festival, discover all sorts of bee-inspired surprises. You might find:
- Delicious honey-glazed dishes, sweet treats and specialty drinks.
- Beautiful beeswax candles, natural skincare and handmade gifts.
- Artists and makers showcasing bee-inspired creations.
- Bee-friendly plants and gardening ideas to help pollinators thrive.
- Interactive displays, demonstrations and activities for all ages.
- Plenty of opportunities to taste, learn, explore and discover!
Every stall has the opportunity to bring something special to the festival. How many bee-inspired discoveries will you make?
What’s on
There’s so much to see and do at the Honey Bee Festival!
Meet the Beekeepers
Get up close to the fascinating world of honey bees. Meet local beekeepers, discover how a colony works, learn about the important role of the queen and find out what it takes to produce a jar of delicious Tasmanian honey.
Taste the Honey
Discover the incredible variety of flavours found in honey. From delicate floral varieties to rich, distinctive Tasmanian honeys, there’s a whole world of flavour to explore.
Tasmanian Honey Awards
Celebrate the skill and dedication of our local beekeepers through the Tasmanian Honey Awards, recognising outstanding honey produced across Tasmania.
Fun for the Whole Family
Enjoy demonstrations, entertainment, interactive experiences and activities designed to spark curiosity and help children discover the wonderful world of bees.
Food, Glorious Food!
Come hungry! We’re encouraging our food vendors to get creative with honey-inspired dishes, snacks, desserts and drinks. Who knows what delicious creations you’ll discover?
A Marketplace Like No Other
Forget the ordinary market!
At the 2027 Honey Bee Festival, we’re encouraging our stallholders to embrace the festival spirit and bring their own creative celebration of bees, honey and pollination.
You’ll still find wonderful local producers, makers, artists and food vendors, but with a special festival twist.
From honey-infused treats and beeswax creations to pollinator-friendly plants and interactive experiences, we’re aiming to make every corner of the marketplace part of the celebration.
It’s a fantastic opportunity to discover unique products, support local businesses and enjoy something a little different.
Why bees matter
Bees do so much more than make honey!
They play a vital role in pollinating plants, supporting food production and maintaining healthy ecosystems.
The Honey Bee Festival is a celebration of these remarkable insects and the people who care for them.
Through demonstrations, conversations and hands-on experiences, we hope to inspire more people to appreciate bees and discover simple ways to help protect our pollinators.
Be Part of the Festival!
Calling all stallholders! Bring your stall. Add a little bee magic!
Are you a food vendor, artist, maker, grower, local producer or community group? We’re inviting stallholders to help us create something truly special for 2027.
You don’t need to be a beekeeper or sell honey. We’re simply asking you to think creatively about how your stall could celebrate bees, honey or pollination.
It could be a special product, a honey-inspired menu item, an interactive activity, a demonstration or a beautiful themed display. We’d love to hear your ideas!
Stallholder applications are now open.
Join us in New Norfolk
Bring your family, invite your friends and join us on the beautiful banks of the Derwent River for a day of delicious food, fascinating discoveries and plenty of fun.
Sunday 18 April 2027, 10AM–3PM
The Esplanade, New Norfolk
Keep an eye on this page as we reveal more activities, special experiences and festival announcements.
Let’s make 2027 our biggest buzz yet!