UNE Graduation – Science, Agriculture, Business and Law Awards
Southern Lawn, "Booloominbah" University of New England, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaIn the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
What’s on inArmidale?
Events in Armidale
No matter what time of year you visit, chances are there will be an event or festival in or around Armidale.
Events not to be missed include the Autumn Festival, Big Chill Festival, The Bach Festival, The New England Garden Festival, Armidale International Film Festival and Guyra Lamb and Potato Festival. Other great annual events include New England Sings, The Armidale Cup, Guyra Trout Festival, Armidale Youth Orchestra Garden Party, Vintage Truck, Machinery and Heavy Horse Show and the NEGS Equestrian events. The calendar is full with premier sport events including the TAS Rugby Carnivals, Tour de Rocks and the 12hr Mountain Bike Enduro.
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Go! @ Boobooks
Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaJoin in a game of Go!. Beginners welcome.
Free
“Favourite Shorts” – Week 1
The Lodge Theatre 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaA festival of rehearsed short play readings from original scripts (produced by Margaret Sims and Benjamin Thorn) with a different program each week. The scripts are mostly original and from local authors and there will be Audience Choice Awards. Favourite Shorts is a community event with all actors/readers who express an interest, guaranteed a part. 2024 is the biggest year yet with 44 actors/readers participating. Ticket also available at door.
$10 – $20
Fun & Friendship in Curtis Park
Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaFree event with games, a cup of soup (vegetarians catered for) and fruit. Tell you friends young, old and in-between
Free
22nd Annual French Film Festival
Belgrave Twin Cinema 145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaPresented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films across 3 days! 10 May, 5.30pm - Opening Night (optional drinks in the foyer) 10 May, 6.30pm - Bonnard, Pierre & Marthe - Vincent Macaigne and Cecile de France enrapture in Bonnard, Pierre & Marthe, the beautiful and transporting new historical drama from multi award-winning director Martin Provost (Séraphine, The Midwife) about the turbulent love story between the famous post-Impressionist painter and […]
$10.00 – $84.50
Celebrate 110 Years with the Bowlo
Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaPurchase ticket prior to 1 May The Armidale Bowlo will be celebrating with: entertainment from comedian Darren Carr; live music from AJ Williams; and a two-course chef-curated premium dining menu. Dress: smart casual. >> Winner of the Maza CX-3 will be announced!>> We look forward to seeing you and celebrating this wonderful occasion!
$80
Karaoke @ Rafters
Rafters Café & Restaurant 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, AustraliaJoin us for karaoke, a meal if you wish, Happy Hour from 6.00-7.00pm. Great night!
AJ Williams @ the Bowlo
Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Free
“Favourite Shorts” – Week 1
The Lodge Theatre 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaA festival of rehearsed short play readings from original scripts (produced by Margaret Sims and Benjamin Thorn) with a different program each week. The scripts are mostly original and from local authors and there will be Audience Choice Awards. Favourite Shorts is a community event with all actors/readers who express an interest, guaranteed a part. 2024 is the biggest year yet with 44 actors/readers participating. Ticket also available at door.
$10 – $20
Mother’s Day Fete
Armidale City Public School 142-152 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaBBQ, cake/book/plant stalls, gifts, face painting, raffles, upcycled fashion and so much more.
Free
Chess in the Mall
Beardy Street Mall Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome and enjoy a relaxed morning of Chess and coffee. Boards are also set up inside Boobooks. All welcome!
Free
Backgammon in the Mall
Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome and enjoy a relaxed morning of Backgammon and coffee. For all ages and stages. Lapsed players and complete beginners welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one from the bookshop. Feel free to approach any players you see and ask to join. For more information, visit armidale-backgammon-fanciers.mailchimpsites.com.
Free
UNE Graduation – Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education Awards
Southern Lawn, "Booloominbah" University of New England, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaIn the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
22nd Annual French Film Festival
Belgrave Twin Cinema 145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaPresented by Alliance Française of Armidale Inc. Experience the best of French cinema with a selection of films across 3 days! 10 May, 5.30pm - Opening Night (optional drinks in the foyer) 10 May, 6.30pm - Bonnard, Pierre & Marthe - Vincent Macaigne and Cecile de France enrapture in Bonnard, Pierre & Marthe, the beautiful and transporting new historical drama from multi award-winning director Martin Provost (Séraphine, The Midwife) about the turbulent love story between the famous post-Impressionist painter and […]
$10.00 – $84.50
Peter Raymond @ the Bowlo
Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Free
Armidale Birdwatchers
Gwydir Park Road TSR Gwydir Park Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaRegent Honeyeater survey week. 8.00am departure from Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea and lunch), water, binoculars, sunscreen and hat, and wear stout shoes, bring a picnic chair as many bush spots do not have facilities. The scheduled visit may be changed or cancelled if conditions on the day are likely to affect the excursion.
Free
Armidale Riding Club Unrestricted Dressage Day
Equestrian Centre Kennedy Street (cnr north end of Douglas Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCanteen on grounds. Come along and watch some beautiful horses and riders compete in this official dressage event. Ribbons for all classes. Programme: Preparatory 1; Preparatory 2; Preliminary 1.1; Preliminary 1.2; Novice 2.1; Novice 2.2; Elementary 3.1; Elementary 3.2; Medium 4.1; Medium 4.2; Advanced 5.1; Advanced 5.2; Prix St Georges; Intermediate 1; Intermediate A; Intermediate B; Intermediate II; Grand Prix
Free
Coffee & Chat Car Display
Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaA fabulous display of Classic and Specialist cars - have a chat to the owners and/or compare notes.
Armidale Farmers’ Market
Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaA monthly open-air market that offers fresh seasonal produce, meat, cheese, eggs, baked goods, coffee and other food products from growers and producers around the New England and Coffs Coast regions. Celebrate our community and the unique offerings of this wonderful region! BYO bags and re-useables.
Special Mother’s Day Morning
Salvation Army Hall 100 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSWSpecial morning tea - short Bible talk - craft for the kids. RSVP please by 9 May.
