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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.

Have an event to add to the calendar?

Jazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog

Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW

Chilli Jam is a local Armidale Band featuring the marvellous musical talents of Massiel Barros-Torning on vocals and guitar and Gary Daly on drums. The duo present a variety of songs from Blues, World Latin, Jazz and popular songs with a unique twist. They present original songs with energy and vibe as well as some Latin tunes. The energy of Chilli Jam is contagious and fun. They love to see people enjoying themselves and singing along to their performances. Music […]

Rick Cuthel @ the Bowlo

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Cat Trousers/The Vague Shakes/Sean Plunkett @ Impies

Imperial Hotel 103 Faulkner Street (cnr Beardy Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Sean Plunkett 9.00pm, The Vague Shakes 10.00pm, Cat Trousers 11.00pm. Back by popular demand are Armidale faves Cat Trousers and The Vague Shakes. They are joined by Guyra singer songwriter, Sean Plunkett, who will be presenting songs from his forthcoming EP.

$10

The Robertson Brothers @ the Servies

Armidale Ex-services Memorial Club 137 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

CANCELLED Do you dream of reliving the good old days? Take a trip down memory lane with this amazing interactive live TV Variety Show. Expect to be entertained by Classic Hits from the 60’s.

$51.50

Opera New England – Susannah

The Armidale Playhouse 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come along for the screening of Opera New England’s celebrated productions sung in English. Ticket price includes drink from the bar. All proceeds to the Armidale Playhouse.

$20,50

Starry Night of Creative and Performing Arts

Astra Arts Centre, Presbyterian Ladies College 15-57 Crest Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

A showcase of the creative works of our visual arts, music, dance, design and technology and drama students. All moneys raised will go towards the PLC Armidale Performing Arts Department.

$15.50 – $30.50
Event Series Venice : Infinitely Avant Garde

Venice : Infinitely Avant Garde

Belgrave Twin Cinema 145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

This tour of the city takes in masterpieces by Tiepolo, Canaletto, Rosalba Carriera and the intellectuals who fell in love with Venice: from Canova to Goethe, Byron to Walter Scott, down to the great Hollywood stars drawn to its unique, yearly Film Festival. 1600 years after its legendary foundation, Venice continues to be unique: for its urban environment, made of stone, earth and water, and for its history, that has entered the realm of legend. But above all, Venice is […]

$17 – $20

ADFAS: The Tale of Two Cities: Moscow and St Petersburg

Michael Hoskins Creative Arts Centre The Armidale School, 87 Douglas Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The story of Russia is inextricably linked to two contrasting cities – Moscow and St Petersburg.  The Russian capital, Moscow is the historic seat of power with its impressive and world-famous landmarks like St Basil’s, the Kremlin and Red Square. Saint Petersburg was founded by Peter the Great as an artfully planned statement city of style and sophistication and as a doorway to the West.  This lecture considers the fascinating cultural history of these two great cities and most importantly […]

$5 – $25

Jazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog

Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW

The Altones is Al Heeney on guitar and vocals, Tony Elder on guitar and vocals, Mick Houlahan on bass and vocals and Ian Mitchell on drums. They will delight you with their unique alternative post Britpop-style compositions, close harmonies and a tight rhythm section. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

International Film Festival

Belgrave Twin Cinema 145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

COST: $120 (adult - Season Pass), $110 (concession/Belgrave member - Season Pass), $37.50pp (Opening Night), $17.50 (adult), $14.50 (concession), $13.50 (student), $12.50 (child), $10 (Belgrave member). Bar available each day after 5pm (Sparkling, White Wine, Red Wine, Beer). Friday, 9 September (Opening Night), 5.00pm for 7.00pm start - Gin cocktail (from Dobson's Distillery) and gourmet canapés on arrival. I Drive My Car - MA15+|Drama|2h 59m|Japan - An aging, widowed actor seeks a chauffeur. The actor turns to his go-to mechanic, […]

$10 – $120

Peter Raymond @ the Bowlo

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

CWA Awareness Week

School of Arts Hall 27-29 Bendemeer Street, BUNDARRA, NSW, Australia

Come and find out what CWA is about! Cake stall, handicrafts displays, handicrafts stall, morning and afternoon tea ($4), CWA displays, all-day demonstrations: 10.00-11.00am Embroidery; 11.00am-12.00pm Spinning; 12.00-1.00pm Weaving; 1.00-2.00pm Crochet and knitting; 2.00-3.00pm Macrame and beading.

CanAssist Fundraiser Trivia Night

Guyra Bowling and Recreation Club 192 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Maximum of 10 people per table. Cash Prize! Lucky door prize, raffle and games throughout the night. Hot finger food platters available (please order with table booking). For country people affected by cancer. Must be booked by 5 September.

$100

Arj Baker Comes Clean

Armidale Ex-services Memorial Club 137 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

“Do I swear to tell the whole truth? No, but I'll swear while telling the partial truth. And trust me, it's a lot more fun that way. If you truly want to laugh, then take my word for it. This is honestly the best hour of BS around; I kid you not...” Arj Barker Be prepared for some home truths, some vague truths and some information none of us are ready to hear, but won’t be able to forget any time soon, because […]

$47.50

Motorkhana

Skidpan, Traffic Education Centre Mann Street East, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Speed event (more use of skidpan), quickest times whilst navigating courses. Snacks and drinks available Saturday at the canteen with full BBQ available for purchase. Spectators welcome.

Jazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog

Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW

The Ruby Rose Trio presents an eclectic set of feel-good music ranging from pop jazz to rock 'n' roll that will get your foot tapping. The trio features Sherona Rose on lead vocals, bass and keys, Brendan Mooney on guitar, sax, keys and vocals, and Gary Daly on drums. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Event Series Red Riding Hood

Red Riding Hood

Armidale Plaza Garage Dumaresq Street (opposite Belgrave Cinema), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

TIME: 4.00-5.30pm (Sunday only) and 7.30-9.00pm (Friday, Saturday). An updated version of this ancient tale, but still with the same intent - to keep children safe. For both adults and children. The play contains strong ecological themes and runs for just over an hour. There are some scary bits - lots of smoke, haze and loud noises but not enough to trouble most children (no strobe lighting). Written and Directed by Gordon Cope with original music and musical direction by […]

$18.50 – $72

Alicia Bickett Psychic Medium @ the Bowlo

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Live Show!!! Limited show tickets, Let's talk with your loved ones in spirit...the ones you have lost...your future Lovers and your future babies!!! They are absolutely busting to talk to you! I usually chat with 10 or more members of my audience. We have a lot of laughs, a few tears... It's so much fun, we never die...and they want you to know that! I’m bringing my crystals and will be giving recommendations for healing during the break. Your loved ones […]

$40

Jodie Crosby @ the Bowlo

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Simon & Garfunkel Essentials

The Armidale Playhouse 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The O'Donnell Brothers (Pat and Andy) bring their highly acclaimed Simon and Garfunkel Essentials concert to the Playhouse.  The concert is special two-hour performance with brothers performing the timeless song book of the 1960's super duo Simon and Garfunkel. Featuring songs from their folk era classics such as; Homeward Bound, I am a Rock, Feelin' Groovy to the classic timeless songs Bridge Over Troubled Water, The Boxer and Sound of Silence. This concert is a magical evening with the O'Donnell Brothers who bring […]

$39