Armidale Events

Tinderella & the eight unique uses of Tinder is a one human, comedy, cabaret, created and performed by Alyce Fisher. It explores real-life tales of her very own Tinder escapades, investigates contemporary app dating culture, and aims to empower people to take control of their own app dating experience. Strongly influenced by Disney characters, it features a bespoke mockumentary film, an informative Ted Talk (or as we call it TIT Talk), audience interaction/participation, a magic wand, two life size condom costumes […]

The Armidale International Film Festival is an annual celebration of international cinema, bringing the best of global film to our local community. Friday, 23 August 5:30pm – Opening Night Drinks and Canapés - included with Season Pass (Optional Separate Purchase: $38.50 for Non-Season Pass Holders  - Preorder Only) 6:30pm - Opening Feature - Blind at Heart (CTC - 136 minutes – Drama - Germany) Based on Julia Franck's novel which retraces the journey of a woman who, after the WWII, is ready to […]

$10 BBQ dinner, raffles and prizes, Finish the lyrics for extra points, free to play, a huge range of decades.

Eternal Sunshine of the spotless mind (2004) Guest Speakers: Alycia Messing, PhD Candidate, School of Psychology, University of New England. Annette Stevenson, Psychologist, Armidale Adult Community Mental Health Service Is ignorance really bliss? In this Oscar-winning film, timid Joel Barish (Jim Carrey) is shocked to discover that after their painful breakup, eccentric free-thinking Clementine (Kate Winslet) has had him erased from her memory by undergoing a painless but intricate medical procedure. Hurt and angry, Joel does the same and slowly […]

A night of fun and good company. Reservations appreciated.

Coach travel will be provided from Armidale Visitor Information Centre (please arrive prior to departure time). Walk to McDirty’s Lookout A ranger, a botanist and an ecologist wander in the New England . . . . . . . and you’re invited join them. For National Science Week 2024, UNE Discovery, in partnership with the local National Parks & Wildlife Services (NPWS) team and UNE academics, have arranged two visitor walks in the New England area to observe, question and […]

A Fun-Filled Family Trivia Night! Gather your family and friends, and join the 2nd Armidale Scouts, for an evening of laughter, competition and community spirit. Challenging Trivia: Test your knowledge across a variety of fun and engaging categories. Lucky Door Prizes: Everyone has a chance to win fantastic prizes just for attending! Key Raffle: Don’t miss out on the opportunity to win big with our exciting key raffle. Support the Venue: Please show your support for the Railway Hotel by […]

Reimagined is a quintet from Bellingen (Gumbaynggirr country), presenting original “re-imaginings” of well-loved songs by The Beatles in an exciting format featuring improvising musicians. The idea to rework selections from the The Beatles’ extensive discography was inspired by a desire to place the masterful lyricism and songwriting of Lennon, McCartney and Harrison in a totally new context. By incorporating explorations of complex rhythms, elements of jazz harmony, and plenty of space for improvisation, Reimagined invites audiences to appreciate the beauty […]

The Armidale Symphony Orchestra will present works by Shostakovich, Borodin & Tedesco. The afternoon will feature soloist Nick Metcalfe (cello) and guest conductor Jen Winley performing the Shostakovich Cello Concerto No.1 in E flat major. Isla Biffin (harp) returns to Armidale from her studies in Salzburg to perform the Tedesco Harp Concertino and the Orchestra will present Shostakovich's Jazz Suite No.1 and Borodin's famous Stepps on Central Asia.

A-List in association with Junkyard Artists presents: In 2021, Andrew spent four months in two of Sydney’s maximum-security prisons for the supply of psychedelic drugs. He had a great time. Best Newcomer Nominee – Melbourne International Comedy Festival, 2023 - “Knack for a ripping anecdote” – The Age - “Fascinating and unique” – Chortle - “One to watch” – NSW Police

On a freezing Christmas Eve, love sparks. Two hands meet in the dark and four friends’ lives change forever. Experience the original bohemian love story. When Mimì meets Rodolfo, it’s love at first touch. They head out to bustling Café Momus, where the feisty Musetta and Marcello rekindle their relationship. But even the deepest love can’t warm a freezing winter. For our bohemians, everything is possible and the future can't come quickly enough. Rodolfo and his friends are determined to […]

Strings & Steel is a dynamic concert featuring musical powerhouse multi-instrumentalists Andrew Clermont and Garry Steel, playing songs in a myriad of styles from across the globe and putting the ‘live’ in ‘live music’! Jaw-droppingly entertaining, these gentlemen demonstrate the finesse that can be expected from more than 50 years of bringing music to life on stages across Australia and internationally. Taking their audiences on a sonic journey never to be forgotten, the Strings & Steel concert truly has something for everyone, with a whole bunch […]

International street food stalls, gourmet food trucks and trailers, dedicated dessert section, kids' rides and jumping castles, carnival and sideshow games, boutique market and craft stalls, neon photo walls, circus activation space (LED hula hoops and LED Poi+Glow sticks) and music till late. 6.00pm - Glow Station; 7.00pm - Hula Hoop Roving Performance; 8.00pm - Fire Performance $30 unlimited kids' rides wristband.

The Flower and the Fiddle: The Eclectic and Magical Music of Goldheist and Andrew Clermont. Arts North West On Tour presents The Flower & The Fiddle. This musical powerhouse duo features multi-instrumentalist Andrew Clermont (violin/mandolin/guitar/didgeridoo) and singer-songwriter GOLDHEIST (piano/vocals), presenting an evocative and enchanting show full of stories, characters and connection, beautifully rendered with exquisite musicianship shimmering with folk, classical and Celtic elements. Eclectic and exhilarating – a great concert for all ages. The event is BYO alcohol (18+ only, […]