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Click to view the Summer 2024/25 events calendar! (PDF 1MB), or view the list below.

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?

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
Event Series Friday Night Raffles @ the Royal

Friday Night Raffles @ the Royal

Royal Hotel 107 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come along and support the Children’s Ward at Armidale Hospital. Raffle tickets: $2 (single ticket) or $3 (for five) or $7 (for 10) – ticket sales from 6.00pm, drawn 7.00pm. Five meat trays, donated by Pete’s Mountview Butchery, to be raffled. Happy hour from 4.00-7.00m, drink specials and delicious meals available.

Free

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 […]

Event Series Trivia with Jack @ The Alternate Root

Trivia @ The Alternate Root

The Alternate Root 48 Bridge Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

Trivia is here again and as good as ever and curry to fill your bellies! Groups of eight or less welcome to compete at the chance to win awesome prizes. Dinner and drinks available for purchase. Book your team a spot! Reservations required.

$5

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

Fiori Musicali Christmas Concert

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

Sing Alleluia! Join Fiori Musicali chamber choir for a program of Christmas music from across the ages, by Henry Purcell, Rosephanye Powell, Bob Chilcott and more. Conducted by Hester Wright.

$25.50 – $30.50

Pinot & Picasso @ Rafters

Rafters Diner 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Can't travel to the Arctic Circle to see The Northern Lights? Well Jypsi is bringing them to Guyra! Join us while we paint the Northern Lights in an array of colour. This artwork is perfect for all groups. It's fun, easy and doubles as a great Christmas decoration. Ticket includes: all art materials to create your masterpiece; Jypsi, your talented, fun and patient artist guiding you step-by-step through your artwork; a jolly good time. The bar will be serving up your […]

$59.00

Hillgrove Christmas Party

Hillgrove Rural Community Hall 76 Brackin Street, HILLGROVE, NSW, Australia

All welcome! Free BBQ and salads, auction and party games. BYO drinks, cash for raffles and auction and a plate of dessert to share. Please bring cash for raffles. Parents please provide gifts for children.

NECOM Lets Loose! @ The Alternate Root

The Alternate Root 48 Bridge Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

NECOM Lets Loose! - Rob Manley and April Kelson (piano and violin improvisations) In this exciting new venture coming out of the New England Conservatorium of Music, our brilliant teachers - mostly known for nurturing our young instrumental students to their potential in classical music - will be performing contemporary commercial music from Jazz to Beatles and Bowie. You will get to feel the sheer enjoyment of these musicians as they play some of their favourite popular music.

Free

Open Day @ Armidale Archery Range

Archery Range 95 Rockvale Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come along to the 2024 Open Day at the club's target and field range. Visitors are encouraged to: try archery (under the supervision of accredited instructors); tour sections of the 24-target field archery course; get a feel for the club and the opportunities it presents to archers in the region. There will be a sausage sizzle running throughout the day, and a novelty shoot where participants could win free beginners coaching, to kick off in early 2025. No experience is […]

Free