Hundreds dressed in 19^th century-style clothing gathered on Saturday to enjoy live music, food and jewellery stalls and steam engine displays.

The obscure subgenre uniquely incorporates 19th-century industrial steam-powered machinery with aesthetic designs. 

Chair of the organising committee Anne Cameron said the event exceeded expectations - with over 200 attending. 

“So many have joined in the spirit and come dressed for the occasion and if you look around you just see creativity all around,” she said.

Steam Punk artisan Cookie Overbeek presented a demonstration on steampunk fashion, jewellery and art work. 

She outlined how to create steampunk fashion using recycled materials, including doona covers and pillowcases.

“It’s making sure what colours and fabrics you need to use. Even if you buy things cheaply, you still need to take time to create it to get that polished finish,” Ms Oberbeek said.

She said she was inspired by her son to pursue an interest in steampunk. 

“I’m a teacher by trade, and medieval sword fighter, so that takes up a lot of my time,” she said. 

North West Model Engineering engineer Peter Lawson showcased a working model of a vertical boiler and steam engine.

“The locomotive was run in 1904 in Tasmania for the timber industry, the original one is at the Transport Museum in Hobart,” Mr Lawson said.

The organisation engineered miniature steam locomotives. 

Children enjoyed a Mad Hatter themed tea party, while parents appreciated classical rock performances and browsed jewellery bazaars. 

George Town resident Louise Turner said the event combined history with industry and the arts. 

Steampunk was part of the state government’s Regional Events Start-Up Program, with $30,000 committed to the event over the next three years.