Open Mic Poetry Night
Australian Poetry Hall of Fame 144 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, AustraliaNew poets, old poets and poets from far away, everyone is welcome to perform or listen.
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Armidale Events
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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Exhibition @ Historical Society
Armidale and District Historical Society Dumaresq Chambers, 114 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaHow Did We Manage Without Our Gadgets? This exhibition will give you an appreciation of the conveniences we now have to make housework easier! It will also give an appreciation of how hard our great grand mothers worked coping with the 'copper' in the wash house to boil sheets and towels or the fuel stove in the kitchen to produce meals several times a day in an overheated kitchen! Bring the kids to experience another era!! We wish everyone a […]
Free
Ray White Epic Horse Sale & Campdraft
Armidale Showground Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, AustraliaAn epic program of campdrafting with the Open, Infinity and Epic campdrafts as well as the inaugural Stallion draft. Thursday, 3 April - 2.00pm - Round 1 Open Campdraft (Draw 1-125); Round 1 Epic Campdraft; Round 1 Stallion Campdraft Friday, 4 April - 7.00am - Sale Horse Classifications - Exhibition Centre; Round 1 Open Campdraft (completion); Round 1 Infinity Campdraft; Round 2 Epic Campdraft; Round 2 Stallion Campdraft; Pre-works @ 3.00pm followed by stable viewing Saturday, 5 April - 7.00am […]
Free
Tabletop Thursdays @ Boobooks
Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaThursdays are tabletop night! Come along for drinks, snack-boards and a tabletop game - anything from Scrabble to DnD! A selection of boardgames will be available to choose from, and you are welcome to bring your own if you wish! Bring your friends and bring your enthusiasm! If games are not your style, treat yourself to a wine and some evening book-shopping!
ArtsNational Lecture: “To Paint World War I”
Michael Hoskins Creative Arts Centre The Armidale School, 87 Douglas Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaTo Paint World War I - Richard Travers The Australian artists of World War 1 approached their subject personally in ways that reflected their experience of the war. Australian historian Richard Travers will follow them as they leave Australia in search of inspiration and fame in London and Paris and respond to the international crisis.
$25
“Back to Black” Fashion Display
Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaThe clothing and accessories from the White family collection and many other gowns from the National Trust collection, will be displayed throughout the ground floor, adding a layer of interest and richness to the usual house tour which you will find excellent. Back to Black includes objects on display that span more than 100 years, with well-known designers from both Australian and international design houses. The display is collaboratively curated by the National Trust Senior Curator and fashion historian Dr […]
$12 – $42
Sydney Conservatorium of Music Violin Ensemble
Auditorium (2nd floor), Armidale Teachers' College Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaA storytelling concert celebrating the legendary violinist Fritz Kreisler, performed by the talented violin students of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, directed by Dr Evgeny Sorkin.
Free
Live Music Friday @ Boobooks
Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaBoobooks takes pride in live music Friday! So do our customers. Every Friday there will be a local band or solo artist, or the mic will be open to customers for a monthly Bookstore karaoke. Check out the website and socials for the latest information on what's playing. See you on Friday!
Free
Uralla Bike and Car Night
Harry's Motorcycles and Mechanical 2/119-223 Bridge Street, URALLA, NSW, AustraliaMonthly bike and car meet with music and food/coffee van, trophies for best bike and car. Great spot to meet other people. Family friendly event.
Free
NECOM Presents Sounds of Autumn
Civic Park Dumaresq Street, Armidale, NSW, AustraliaNECOM kicks off the Armidale Autumn Festival with an outdoor celebration of live music and local talent! Enjoy performances from New England Brass Collective, JAZZ LAB!, Armidale Youth Winds, New England Singers, Armidale Youth Orchestra, and more. Great music, great food, and a great community atmosphere. In event of rain, the venue will be the Town Hall (127 Rusden Street).
Free
“Favourite Shorts” – Week 2
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. Ticket also available at door.
$10 – $25
Saintly Devil Dancers
Hall, Drummond Memorial Public School 250 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome along for a great night of square dancing followed by supper.
$5
Bliss Bomb @ 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.
Buddhadatta @ St Kilda
St Kilda Hotel 102-104 Rusden Street (cnr Marsh Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaBuddhadatta is coming to Armidale! We are very lucky to get such an incredible band from Japan. Definitely don’t miss this! Buddhadatta is an infectious blend of traditional Japanese throat singing with hypnotic groove. Riding the crest of their Australian tour these guys will leave an indelible impression on you. With Special guests, The Gusset Rats from Lismore, Terrificus from Sydney, and seminal locals the Warts who are New England’s very own alternative music superheroes! This is truly an amazing […]
Free
Campus to City Canter
Start Consett Davis Sporting Fields SportUNE, University of New England, Armidale, NSW, AustraliaThe Campus to City Canter is a 5km fun run starting from SportUNE Consett Davis sporting fields then following the cycleway into the city and finishing at Civic Park. It is an annual event held in conjunction with SportUNE as part of the Armidale Autumn Festival. The event is a community event aimed at all ages and ability and is open to the general public as well as Armidale Athletics Club members. Medals are awarded to the 1st, 2nd & […]
$10
Guyra Farmers’ and Craft Market
Australian Poetry Hall of Fame 144 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, AustraliaWith fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.
Something to Talk About Autumn Series
Beardy Street Mall Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaBring the little ones to the Beardy Street Mall each morning between 5-16 April for a fun-filled program of art, culture, music and creativity. With an exciting line-up of activities, there's something for every child to enjoy. Saturday 5 April: 9am-11am Autumn Festival and Arts North West Badge Making Monday 7 April: 10am NECOM Mini Minstrels Tuesday 8 April: 10.30am-11.30am Armidale Library Storytime Wednesday 9 April: 10am NERAM Art Play Thursday 10 April: 9.30am Aboriginal Keeping Place Kids Club Friday 11 April: 9.30am Gubi Gabun […]
Free
Armidale Autumn Festival
Civic Park Dumaresq Street, Armidale, NSW, AustraliaThe Armidale Autumn Festival is a showcase of Armidale's local talent and, of course, the magnificent autumnal colour. Local organisations will showcase their talent via a street parade, including pipe bands, school musicals, school bands, New England Conservatorium of Music, Aboriginal dancers, UNE colleges, Highland dancers and more. Have breakfast with the Band or enter the Campus to City Canter. There will be food trucks to tempt the fussiest eaters and entertainment throughout the afternoon. Come on down and celebrate […]
Free
Hillgrove Social Night
Hillgrove Rural Community Hall 76 Brackin Street, HILLGROVE, NSW, AustraliaA community family event with $10 light meals, tea/coffee, music and BYO alcohol for a great evening of catching up with friends and neighbours. Any proceeds to projects within Hillgrove community.
Free
Armidale Dance Group
Hall, Masonic Retirement Village 100 Cooke's Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaPlease bring a plate of goodies to share. Tea and coffee will be provided - please supply your own cup. Just a reminder that Masonic Hall is an Aged Care Facility, so if feeling unwell, please do not attend. Dance Programme Alpine Stroll, Dynasty Blues, Gypsy Tap; 2. Alpha Waltz, Jacqueline Cha Cha, Carousel; 3. Mayfair Quickstep, Killarney Vale, Eugene Tango; 4. Merrilyn, Rosalie Rumba, Waltz Catherine; 5. Chicago Swing, Red Rose Saunter, Helena Quickstep; 6. Tracey Leigh Waltz, Idaho […]
Free
