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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?

Christmas in the Mall

Beardy Street Mall Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Get set for a Christmas treat. Come and meet Santa, enjoy live music and entertainment, a petting zoo, face painting, over 80 market stalls and food vendors and lighting of the Christmas tree!

Free

Nascent @ New England Brewing Co.

New England Brewing Co. 19 Bridge Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

Nascent live with support band Party Line.

Free
Event Series CLUE @ The Playhouse

CLUE @ The Playhouse

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

Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is an hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs White, Mr Green, Mrs Peacock and Colonel Mustard race to find the […]

$25.50 – $35.50
Event Series Chilli Jam @ the Bowlo

Chilli Jam @ the Bowlo

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

Chilli Jam is a local Armidale Band bringing you a variety of songs from Blues, Rock, World Latin, Jazz and originals with a unique twist. Chilli Jam - Massiel, Gary Daly and Mick Houlahan share a unique connection, provide a great mix of sounds and vocals, and a fun vibe that caters for chilling and upbeat fun.

Free

Walcha Christmas Market

McHattan Park Fitzroy Street, WALCHA, NSW, Australia

      The annual Quota Christmas Market is on in Walcha. Browse the great variety of stalls in preparation for Christmas, along with all retail offerings in Walcha. Enjoy a wonderful shopping experience. Also on Saturday is Walcha Parkrun and the Walcha "Olympic" Pool is now open for the season. In support of Walcha Youth Group and local projects.

“So I Says to Mabel” Live in Concert

Australian Poetry Hall of Fame 144 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Australia's newest Punk Sensation So I Says to Mabel supported by local band Kobrakai. Get ready to rock your socks off.

$21.50

Armidale Birdwatchers

Blue Hole, Gara Gorge Off Castledoyle Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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. Visitors are welcome - contact Dr Steve Debus (sdebus@une.edu.au) to register interest.

Free

St Joseph’s Fete – Uralla

St Joseph's Primary School Wood Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

There will be a BBQ, raffles throughout the day, many stalls of goodies, games and activities for the kids. Santa will also be visiting! Cakes; BBQ; Drinks, tea and coffee; Crafts; Tombola; White Elephant; Face Painting; Plant Stall; Lucky Draw prizes; Wood and Gift Hamper Raffles; Brass Band; Christmas Hams to be won on Chocolate Wheel.  

Free

Keith & Son @ Rafters

Rafters Diner 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Drop in for an awesome afternoon listening to all the pub rock classics. Great food, cold beer, delicious cocktails. Bring the whole family for a day to remember. Happy Hour 2.00-4.00pm.

Free

Rachel Greene & Jhana Allan @ Welder’s Dog Bar

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

Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. For more information, phone 0423 200 699 (after 2.00pm).

Free

ADDA Constructions Golf Day

Armidale Golf Club Golf Links Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Four-man Ambrose - 9.00am smoko - 10.00am shotgun start. Drinks on course, prizes, charity auction, nearest to pin, longest drive, bar and facilities available all day. Funds raised donated to Mates in Construction

$300

Guyra Christmas Carnival

Bradley Street GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Come and meet Santa, children's activities, lighting of the Christmas tree, Christmas carols and music, market and food stalls.

Free

Something to Talk About Summer Series Live Music

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Something to Talk About | Summer Series | Week 1 Don't miss out on a spectacular night of live music as we head into Week 1 of "Something to Talk About." Our summer series kicks off this Friday with a top-tier lineup of Soul and RnB: 5:00pm - 6:00pm: Oh Ma Soul 6:30pm - 7:30pm: The Al Heeney Rhythm & Blues Experience Location: Curtis Park We also have food sorted, thanks to Menulog, who will be delivering on-site during the […]

Hats Off @ the Bowlo

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

Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

Free

Christmas Party Night – CANCELLED

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

CANCELLED Are you wondering where to take your staff, family and friends for this year's Christmas party? Well, wonder no longer! Why not join the Armidale District MS Branch for a fabulous Christmas Party. Two course dinner, live music with Chilli Jam, table prizes, raffles, a great night out AND raise funds to assist local people with Multiple Sclerosis to live their best lives. Ticket also available at Armidale City Bowling Club Reception Desk.

$75

Nepalese Community Annual Picnic

Dumaresq Dam Reserve Dumaresq Dam Road (right off Boorolong Road), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Dumaresq Dam has the advantage of kids’ playground to allow all participants to enjoy the day. What to bring: • comfortable clothes; • any personal snacks or essentials; energy and enthusiasm! Let us make this picnic an unforgettable experience for everyone. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. Look forward to seeing you at the picnic! RSVP - 4 December

$10 – $50