Armidale Events

Join us at Oxley Wild Rivers National Park to celebrate the official reopening of the Dangars Gorge precinct - one of the New England region's most spectacular natural destinations. Recent upgrades have improved access, safety and visitor facilities, including a new bridge over Salisbury Waters, better access to 10.5km of walking tracks and four scenic lookouts, and refreshed campground facilities. Come along to explore the upgrades, enjoy the views, and celebrate this iconic place with the community. a Free BBQ […]

K-CLUB Volume: 05 is locked and loaded! This event is stacked with legends from the Northern NSW outdoor party scene.

CANCELLED James Bennett returns to The Alternate Root, this time with a difference. This ticketed event will be a more intimate evening with James Bennett, focused on his music, the stories behind them and the person underneath. James Bennett is an independent solo artist & multi-instrumentalist from Port Macquarie NSW. An experienced, prolific songwriter & one who believes in writing for a purpose & not just for the sake of trying to hit the big time. Constantly evolving, while staying […]

Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

New England Wind Ensemble (NEWE) is performing the classic Peter and Wolf story with music. Conducted by Paul Marshall and narrated by Louisa Sindel-Marshall, this delightful performance is suitable for young children and adults alike. Composed by Russian Sergei Prokofiev, we hear the tale of young Peter who strays from his garden ignoring his Grandfather’s orders, and meets a variety of animals including the dreaded wolf. Each animal is represented by an instrument in the group. There will be an […]

Award-winning pianist, composer and improviser Andrea Keller brings her distinctive musical voice to the NECOM. Widely regarded as one of Australia's most original and influential jazz artists, Keller's performances blend composition, improvisation and storytelling in a way that is both captivating and deeply expressive. Join us for an intimate evening of contemporary jazz and creative music from one of the country's leading musicians.

An incredible line-up to a fantastic and phenomenal tribute to the legendary American rock band The Eagles. These talented musicians bring their unrivalled skills and passion to recreate the iconic sound and unforgettable performances of The Eagles. Together Mark, Clinton, Ben, Chris and Fernando form an extraordinary ensemble that pays homage to the timeless music of The Eagles. The Ultimate Eagles Legacy is a true celebration of The Eagles' music, transporting audiences back to the heyday of one of rock music's greatest […]

Hooligan Hefs is bringing the Year of the 6 Tour to Armidale. One of Australia’s most streamed and recognisable hip hop artists, Hooligan Hefs has built a massive following with his signature blend of drill, rap and melodic hooks. With 300M+ streams and multiple sold-out shows across the country, Hefs has cemented himself as one of the biggest names in Australian hip hop. Expect a full live show packed with the records that made him a household name including No Effect, […]

Tea and sausages available from 11.30am. The music this Market Sunday features light classical and popular music for flute and piano performed by Gerard Larkins, accompanied by Julee Andres and Richard Peter Maddox. “Songs for Grannies” will include music by Faure, Debussy, Denver, Bolling and an Elvis Arrangement by Richard Peter Maddox, The Elvis Macarino. Gerard, Julee and Peter are three of Armidale’s leading musicians and this is a great opportunity to hear an eclectic mix of fun tuneful works for […]

The Armidale Symphony Orchestra will be joined by the Armidale Choral Society and Fiori Musicali, together with vocal soloists Samantha Cobcroft, Jiya Aila, and Kent McIntosh, in a concert of glorious and uplifting choral music. The centrepiece of the program is Requiem for the Living by American composer Dan Forrest. This will be a rare presentation of this powerful and profoundly human work outside Australia’s capital cities. Traditionally, a Requiem is a mass for the dead. However, Forrest’s Requiem for […]