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Click to view the Autumn 2025 events calendar (PDF 1.4MB), 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?

“Dichterliebe” (A Poet’s Love) @ The Playhouse

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

An evening of sumptuous song. Schumann's Dichterliebe is truly a jewel of the genre. Dichterliebe ("A Poet's Love") consists of sixteen short songs that take the audience (and performer) on a vivid journey through love and loss - its exhilarating highs and crushing lows. Schumann masterfully sets the stunning poetry of Heinrich Heine, creating songs that are arrestingly beautiful in their word painting, vivid in their imagery, and sublime in their musicality. Artists: Stacey Yang (pianist, Melba Opera Trust) and […]

$35.50
Event Series Armidale Sailplane Expo

Armidale Sailplane Expo

Eversleigh Field Warrane Road (west from Armidale), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Don't miss out on the thrilling experience of F5J radio-controlled gliders, flown by Australia's best. A BBQ lunch will be available to purchase, with funds going to support the New England Model Aircraft Club.

Free

Armidale Australia Day 2025

Central Park Dangar Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

The Australia Day Awards acknowledge unsung heroes in our community who through their contributions make our region a better place. The awards will be presented at this special event in Central Park. Armidale region's next citizenship ceremony will also be held at this event. More than 80 people will receive their citizenship and join us for lunch in the park. The whole community is invited to celebrate with them!

Free

Australia Day @ Railway Hotel

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Celebrate everything Aussie! Family friendly. Bistro open 11.30-2.00pm and 5.30-8.00pm.

Free

Australia Day @ Guyra Hotel

Guyra Hotel 88 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Backyard BBQ (sausage sizzle $3), lawn games all day, free fairy bread and lamingtons, raffle and live music with Pete Stanley.

Free

Australia Day @ White Bull

White Bull Hotel 117 Marsh Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Aussie Family Steakhouse BBQ Australian Open (tennis) Live & Loud. Helium balloons and lolly bags. Specials ($20-25): Aussie BBQ Platter (feeds 4); Aussie Works Burger; Peach Melba and $10 frozen cocktail, plus daily specials board.

Free

Rumble Roadshow

Armidale Skate Park 152 Dumaresq Street (cnr Allingham St), ARMIDALE, New South Wales, Australia

The Rumble Roadshow Skateboard Event is coming to Armidale Skate Park on Wednesday, 29 January 2025, from 10 AM – 2 PM! Watch elite national skateboarders in action Meet the pros and grab a selfie Free skate lessons with accredited coaches Join the all-ages skate competition and win awesome prizes! This FREE community event is a fantastic opportunity for you to get inspired, build confidence, and have an epic day of skating fun. Location: Armidale Skate Park Date: 29 January […]

Free

Armidale Wellness & Connection Festival

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

From exciting outdoor games, food and refreshments and face painting to arts & crafts workshops and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Plus, we will be hosting stalls to support mental well-being and highlight local organisations and service providers dedicated to helping our community thrive.

Free

Karaoke @ The Alternate Root

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

Come along and enjoy some of our delicious food and a fabulous night of music and good company.

Free

Event Series Bundarra Show

Bundarra Show

Bundarra Showground cnr Oliver and Bombelli Streets, BUNDARRA, NSW, Australia

Fun for the whole family! Canteen open from 7.00am, bar open from 12.00pm Saturday, local produce display and stalls with kid's craft all day Saturday. Program Saturday, 1 February: 8.30am - Horse Program starts (Ring 1: LED classes, Australian Stock Horse classes; Ring 2: LED classes, Local Classes, Pony Club mount); 9.00-11.00am - Ute Show Registration opens; 12.00pm - Ute Show judging; 3.00pm Ute Show presentations; 4.00pm - Ute Barrel Race; 5.00pm - Arena Sorting (under lights); Live music. Sunday, 2 February: 8.30am - Horse […]

Free
Event Series Hillgrove Social Night

Hillgrove Social Night

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

A community family event with $10 light meals, tea/coffee, music and BYO alcohol for a great evening of catching up with friends and neighbours. Any proceeds to projects within Hillgrove community.

Free

Adam Newling @ Welder’s Dog Brewery

Welder's Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

I’m hitting the road this summer on my biggest solo tour yet. I’m going to be playing a bunch of new songs from the Love Takes Care EP.

$28.60

Armidale Birdwatchers

Uralla Lagoons URALLA, NSW, Australia

7.55am for 8.00am departure from Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea - enjoy in the Clifton-Everest garden which is located right beside Racecourse Lagoon), water, binoculars, sunscreen (UV rays reflected off water can effectively double your exposure to skin damage) 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 […]

Free

OhMaSoul @ Boobooks

Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Join Jemimah Hiscox on vocals and James Brinkhoff on keys for an evening of hearty music to stir the spirit. OhMaSoul will be mixing their originals with a fresh look at some folk, soul, and jazz favourites, and perhaps a carol or two. Come and be part of the vibe at Boobooks Wine Bar!

$10 – $15

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

Memory Walk – CANCELLED

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

CANCELLED Get Active. Beat Dementia Choose either the 2.5km or 5km course and help us beat dementia to the finish line.

$10 – $110
Event Series Chilli Jam @ the Grand

Chilli Jam @ the Grand

The Grand Hotel 251 Rusden 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

Ben Lerner Jazz Quartet

The Lodge Theatre 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Four great Jazz musicians on an east coast tour. We are so lucky to have them in Armidale. Here is a bit about Ben: Ben Lerner is an outstanding young artist who has quickly established himself as one of the emerging voices in Jazz and on the Alto Saxophone in Australia. Since moving to Sydney from Auckland in 2020, Ben has received the Sydney Conservatorium of Music Scholarship, the Henderson Global Mobility Scholarship, the Ernest Heine Family Foundation Scholarship, and […]

$10.50 – $20.50