Armidale Events
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?
Hillgrove Markets
Hillgrove Recreation Ground 265 Wood Street, HILLGROVE, NSW, AustraliaBring family and friends - food and drinks, stalls, car boot sale.
Echidna Gully Rally Sprint
Echidna Gully 331 Chinaman's Gully Road, METZ, NSW, AustraliaMain spectator point is Echidna Gully Function Centre and the second spectator point is cnr Old Hillgrove Road and Chinaman's Gully Road - refreshments and facilities available.
Cary Bennett Trio @ Tatts
Tattersalls Hotel 174 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome along for a wonderful Sunday afternoon of live music, good company at a great venue.
Bike City – Great City
The Armidale Playhouse 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaThis film is an uplifting ride through cities embracing cycling as a liberating, convenient and healthy way to get where you want to go.
Jazz, Blues & Alt Grooves @ the Dog
Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSWAnt Walmsley & The Articulate Mutes - Anthony Walmsley is a highly respected Tamworth guitarist, musical director and arranger in the industry, known for his versatility and professionalism. Along with ant, the articulate Mutes include Sydney-based producer/musician, Sean Rudd on bass and local musician, Cary Bennett on drums. This genre-defying trio will leave you in ecstasy. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey
Halloween
Beardy Street Mall Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCalling all witches, warlocks, ghouls & spooks to Beardy Street Mall. Halloween is coming!!!!!! Come and be entertained by the Memphis Moovers, ghoulish characters and enter the haunted grotto (if you dare). Stilt Walkers, Balloon Artists and roving characters in mini cars....and much more. There will be something for all ages, including live entertainment by Vinnie and the Cuban Missiles, food trucks galore and Tattersall's Licensed Bar area. ....and lots of lollies, of course. Come on down and join in […]
Joel McKay @ the Bowlo
Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaHeritage Matters
NOVA - UNE Smart Region Incubator 122 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaAre you interested in history and heritage? Involved in museums, research groups, living history? Presentations and networking about collecting, researching and presenting history.
“The Doctor Will See You Now” @ Saumarez
Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia10.00am-4.00pm - Wednesday, Friday and Sunday Discover the early history of health-care in New South Wales and the individuals who persevered in often harsh and unfamiliar environments to care for those in need.
The Dreams of the Ghost
The Lodge 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaPhoto sensitivity risk - under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult Social Media numbers don't lie, nobody's listening! Don't lose hope though; Van Gogh sold only one painting in his lifetime, so it could be possible that there is a chance for success after life! Dreams of the Ghost is a multimedia live performance featuring experimental rock guitar, generative music software and interactive visuals created by the popular game engine Unity3d. It tells a story by portraying a virtual […]
2022 Variety Postie Bike Dash
Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome along and wave off the 65 riders as they head off on a 1,000 km journey, raising money for the Variety Children's Charity. The riders will be returning to Curtis Park on Friday, 4 November at approximately 12.30pm. The Variety Postie Bike Dash is a six-day ride throughout NSW on Postie Bikes. Together we go off the beaten track, travelling through the gorgeous Australian bush and countryside, stopping in at rural towns and schools along the way for a […]
Market Sunday Concert
Armidale Uniting Church 114 Rusden Street, Armidale, NSW, AustraliaThe music this Market Sunday Concert will feature Australian guitar music performed by Stephen Tafra. Stephen Tafra is one of Armidale’s leading musicians, well known for his performances with EphenStephen, Tri and other groups, and as a soloist. This is a great opportunity to hear him explore some Australian repertoire. Entry to the concert is free, though donations are encouraged. While no restrictions apply the audience is encouraged to use Covid-safe practices and social distancing.
Melbourne Cup @ the Royal
Royal Hotel 107 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaGet the celebrations flowing with a champagne breakfast from 7.00am or enjoy lunch packages from 12.00pm. Fashions on the field competition. All races shown live and loud!
MS Melbourne Cup Lunch and Fashion Parade
Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaJazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog
Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSWMark Howell's MELU is a power blues trio from Glen Innes featuring Mikey Williams on bass, Steve Merta on drums and mark Howell on guitar and vocals. The unique fusion trio presents new and old blues songs inspired by greats such as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Jimi Hendrix and Scott Henderson. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey
2022 Postie Bike Dash
Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaCome along and welcome back the 65 riders as they return from a 1,000 km journey, raising money for the Variety Children's Charity. The Variety Postie Bike Dash is a six-day ride throughout NSW on Postie Bikes. Together we go off the beaten track, travelling through the gorgeous Australian bush and countryside, stopping in at rural towns and schools along the way for a tasty feast and entertainment.
ADMS presents “Company”
The Armidale Playhouse 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, AustraliaTIME: 2.00pm (Sunday), 7.30pm (Friday, Saturday) PHONE RINGS, DOOR CHIMES, IN COMES COMPANY It is Robert's 35th birthday party, and all his friends keep asking: Why isn’t he married? Why can’t he find the right partner and isn’t it time to settle down and start a family? As Robert searches for answers, he discovers why being single, being married, and being alive in 21st-Century New York could drive a person crazy. Someone to crowd you with love, someone to force you […]
12 Hours in the Piney
Mountain Bike Trails, SportUNE SportUNE, University of New England, NSW, AustraliaUNE Life 12 Hour is back on the 5 November 2022!! This year we are going back to the "Classic" feel, the 2022 UNE Life 12 Hours in the Piney will be held as a 12 hour, 9am to 9pm. The UNE Life 12 Hours At The Piney will roll back to the 12 hour race format for 2022 bringing back some of those cool night laps for the masses. The last lap must be started before Saturday 7:45pm. The […]
Open Gardens @ Stonehenge Station and Blairmore
Stonehenge Station New England Highway, Glen Innes, NSW, AustraliaCANCELLED VENUES: Stonehenge Station and Blairmore, New England Highway (80km north from Armidale and 13km south from Glen Innes - well signed on day). TIME: 10.00am-5.00pm (both days). Tickets available at both gardens on day and include brochure containing garden information and demonstration times). For more information, like Guyra Country Garden facebook page. An initiative of the Guyra Campdraft Club. Proceeds contributing to the restoration of the Guyra Showground ring surface, to ensure safety for livestock and competitors. Morning, afternoon […]