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.
Welder's Dog Bar
cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW
Sharny Russell (vocals & keyboard) and Ash Hall (trumpet) have played at The Dog before. Together they will explore standards and make them their own. This gig will bring their many years of experience together for an exciting evening. Come and chill with these two! Catch you there!
Constellations of the South
"The Glen", Barleyfields Road, URALLA, NSW, Australia
Mark the night of the winter solstice with two free space-themed events presented by Uralla Shire Council. A free shuttle bus will operate from 6.00pm between The Alternate Root and Constellations of the South. Family Stargazing – 6.00-8.00pm @ Constellations of the South Come along for a free family stargazing event at The Glen, located on Barleyfields Road, Uralla. On arrival, you will be greeted with hot drinks and music programmed by artificial intelligence. From there, with your mobile phone […]
Belgrave Twin Cinema
145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
ALACT Community Youth Initiative - Mamma Mia Singalong proudly funded by the NSW Government. Do you love Mamma Mia? Get ready for a fun night out at the movies - dress-up and sing-along. $5 popcorn and drink pack.
New England Regional Art Museum
106-114 Kentucky Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Sales close 19 May Paco Lara Duo Flamenco Show Embodying the unmistakable Jerez style of flamenco guitar playing, Paco Lara presents flamenco guitar in all its authenticity, culture, and artistry. Expect impressive articulation with musical elegance and imagination. Interpretations of themes from his latest album Duende and his famous Andalusian Guitar show, including some of the greatest guitar classics of all time will be performed by Lara with the characteristic and unmistakable sound (“toque”) of Jerez (Spain). You will be […]
Uralla Court House
Cnr Hill and Maitland Streets, URALLA, NSW, Australia
Proceeds to Friends of McMaugh Gardens, Uralla's 36-bed aged care home. Preservation and restoration of the 135-year-old Uralla Court House commenced in December 2021, with funding from the NSW State and Australian Federal Governments. The restoration enhances Uralla’s impressive line-up of 19th and 20th Century architecture which is showcased along the town’s Heritage Walk and has created a new multi-functional space for community use.
The Armidale Playhouse
309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
As the longest night of the year unfolds, you are invited to come along for an enchanting evening of music and wonder. Celebrate the Winter Solstice with a concert that illuminates the darkness and fills the night with warmth and joy. Let the music carry you into the spirit of the season, where melodies dance and harmonies glow like a warm fire. Gather to honour the turning of the year and the promise of light returning. Alana Blackburn (recorders)' Hester […]
Gara Dam TSR
Off Waterfall Way, METZ, NSW, Australia
Everyone is welcome. This is a very easy and safe location to navigate and try orienteering, so beginners and families with children are encouraged to attend. Course closes at 2.00pm, you must be back at the assembly area by then. Facilities: There is a picnic shelter and limited parking at the rest area on Waterfall way. There are no toilets. Directions: Take the Waterfall Way (State route B78, direction Grafton/Coffs Harbour) and travel east for 13.5km. The assembly area is […]
The Lodge Theatre
119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Doors open 3.00pm. A special treat for those who love jazz played by some of Australia’s finest young musicians. Galvanised by their love of Frango's, Sydney's favourite Portuguese Chicken Shop, Quartet Chicken N' Chips set off on an inaugural tour of Australia. The members, having toured Australia, USA and EU with the likes of Vince Jones, James Morrison, Judy Bailey, Donny Benet, are by no means first timers on the stage. Their maturity is shown not in their band and song naming […]
Lazenby Hall
University of New England, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Jimeoin: Who's your man? Ever wondered why dogs get so excited around 6.00pm? Or what the point of the little toe is? Or what to do when you forget someone’s name? Come along and see Jimeoin and you will find out all the answers to the world's big questions. With more facial expressions than a baby eating a lemon, do not miss Jimeoin as he takes you on a journey that will have you none the wiser by the time […]
Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop
176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Come and experience the Firebirds Community Choir. This choir, which has been meeting regularly for over 25 years, is expertly and generously led by Chris Purcell
The Armidale Playhouse
309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Along with drummer Cary Bennett, vocalist Sharny, pianist Steve, and double bassist Helen, will play an exciting arrangements of songs from the great American songbook, as well as some stunning originals from all three. The show will also feature some cappella vocals. APRA Award winning, ABC recording artist Sharny Russell, pianist/vocalist, is becoming more familiar with Armidale audiences since moving here two years ago. She is known for her engaging stage presence and virtuosic scat ability. Steve Russell is one […]
Armidale Showground
5 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Proudly supporting Ronald McDonald House Charities - Northern NSW Featuring the Globe of Death motorcycle riders, performing camels, Welsh Mountain ponies, acrobats, jugglers and clowns galore.
The Grand Hotel
251 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Come and enjoy an afternoon of live music with local legends. Gary, Mick, Keith and Pete will reunite after 30 years to perform oldies you know and love!
The Armidale Playhouse
309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Come along and enjoy a warm, stripped back and intimate program of favourite jazz songs. If you have a favourite jazz standard you would love to hear, email Sharny at sharny@sharnyrussell.com and we will try to play it for you. APRA Award winning, ABC recording artist Sharny Russell (pianist/vocalist), is becoming more familiar with Armidale audiences since moving here two years ago. She is known for her engaging stage presence and virtuosic scat ability. Steve Russell is one of Australia’s […]
Armidale Uniting Church
114 Rusden Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia
Donation includes afternoon tea. A varied selection of delightful songs from composers including Saint-Saens, Mozart, Byrd and Mendelssohn. Conductor: Laurie Pulley.