2026 CONFERENCE PROGRAM
A Conference program designed for you
The 2026 Conference is made up of three unique parts - each designed to appeal to different interests, roles, and stages of the tourism journey.
Of course, we’d love to see you across the full two days to achieve the maximum benefit, individual Day 1 and Day 2 tickets are also available in addition to the evening networking event.
Download the Conference Program outline here.
👥 Day 1 – Workshops
Tuesday 28 July: Roll up your sleeves for a hands-on half-day of intensive learning and skill-building, with 12 specially curated 75-minute workshops. These deep dives will explore practical tourism and business skills and unpack the industry’s key challenges and opportunities. Perfect for owner-operators, emerging leaders and anyone ready to invest in serious upskilling.
More information🍷 Evening Networking Event
Tuesday 28 July (evening): Wrap up the day with a relaxed and vibrant evening celebrating Tasmanian food and beverage, live entertainment and great company at Albert Hall. Reconnect with industry colleagues, make new connections, and enjoy a memorable evening in the heart of Launceston.
More information🎤 Day 2 - Plenary Sessions
Wednesday 29 July: The conference comes together for a full day of big-picture thinking, industry insight and future-focused discussion. Hear from tourism leaders, global experts and innovative thinkers exploring the forces shaping Tasmania’s visitor economy - from AI and changing traveller behaviour to demographics, climate adaptation, wellness tourism and the future of travel distribution. Expect bold ideas, practical insights and conversations that will challenge and inspire the way we think about Tasmania’s tourism future.
More information💡 Day 2 - Trade Exhibition
Wednesday 29 July: TICT partners with leading organisations that support and service the tourism industry. At the 2026 Tasmanian Tourism Conference, meet this year's exhibitors at our Day 2 Trade Exhibition to connect with operators and share how their services can support your business.
More informationREADY TO PURCHASE YOUR CONFERENCE TICKET?
Registration for the 2026 Tasmanian Tourism Conference, and accommodation bookings, are NOW OPEN
More informationNEED A PLACE TO SLEEP
Thanks to our venue hosts, Peppers Silo Hotel and Country Club Tasmania, all Conference delegates can take advantage of conference accommodation rates.
More informationTICT CONFERENCE PARTNERS
Thank you to the businesses and organisations whose support enables TICT to maintain the Tasmanian Tourism Conference as one of the premier tourism conferences in Australia, while ensuring the event remains as affordable as possible for delegates. Their partnership and contribution to Tasmania’s tourism industry extends far beyond the conference itself.
More information2026 CONFERENCE SPONSORS
Thank you to our Conference Sponsors whose contribution plays an important role in the success and continued growth of the Tasmanian Tourism Conference.
