FAQ for Geoffrey's 60th at Dark Mofo 2026

Your essential information for the party, festival, travel, and more.

Party Details

Dates June 11-15 2026

Everyone should arrange thier own flights and accommodation

I can help with tickets if you have issues inbox me! We should all be able to get tickets to Night Mass which is the big party on Saturday

We'll all be in the same city at the same time and will create a WhatsApp group to organise events.

It's an amazing an event and I'd love to share my birtday with you

Respond on the group chat this is just an FAQ, but I'll update it reguarly!

Festival Details

Dark Mofo is an annual winter festival held in Hobart, Tasmania, organized by MONA. It features art, music, fire installations, and midwinter celebrations.

Dates: June 11–22, 2026.

Limited release Night Mass tickets went on sale November 5, 2025. Full program to be announced in March 2026.

Location: Various venues in Hobart, including the CBD.

General Flight Costs from Sydney

Flights to Hobart (HBA) from Sydney (SYD) in June (estimates based on current prices; actual costs may vary for 2026):

Round-trip: Typically $100–$400, with low-end options around $105–$119 on budget airlines like Jetstar.
One-way: Starting from $52–$60.
Airlines: Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas.

Note: Prices can fluctuate; book early for festival dates.

General Accommodation Costs in Hobart

Accommodation options in Hobart during June (estimates; prices may rise during the festival):

Budget (hostels/Airbnb): From $31–$100 per night.
Mid-range hotels: $150–$250 per night.
Luxury (e.g., waterfront or packages): $300+ per night or vacation packages from $235.

Book in advance as Dark Mofo attracts visitors.

Average Weather in Hobart in June

Hobart in June is winter: Cool, overcast, and potentially rainy.

Average high: 53–56°F (12–13°C).
Average low: Around 42°F (6°C).
Conditions: Overcast or mostly cloudy about 51% of the time; light drizzle common.

Pack warm layers and rain gear.

MONA (Museum of Old and New Art)

MONA is Hobart's premier art museum, organizer of Dark Mofo, featuring provocative contemporary and ancient art.

Opening Hours: Thursday to Monday, 10am–5pm; closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

Tickets: Museum entry required; some experiences like James Turrell $20. Pre-book online.

Location: Accessible by ferry from Hobart.

Tip: Combine with festival events.