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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?

Dion Bayman @ 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

Armidale Antique & Collectables Fair

Armidale Town Hall 127 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The highly anticipated Armidale Antique Fair is set to return, transforming the Armidale Town Hall into a collector’s dream. Bringing together some of the best antique dealers from across the eastern seaboard, this three-day event will showcase a stunning selection of furniture, jewellery, fine china, rare books, fine art, vintage toys, collectables and more. EFTPOS available.  

$10

“Perfectly Imperfect” @ St Peter’s

St Peter's Anglican Cathedral 122 Rusden Street (cnr Dangar Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Julee-anne Bell starred on The Voice Australia in 2021 and her video with Guy Sebastian remains the highest viewed video in the history of the show. Together with Melissa Buchholz, pianist, Julee-anne presents a show filled with great songs and stories about life in general and also as a blind person. These two artists are inspirational in their outlook on life and as exquisite musicians.

$28.00 – $33.50

Bundarra Treasure Hunt

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

Treasure hunt together with swapmeet and car boot sale - save the date!

Free

Guyra Fleece & Fibre Frolic

Lamb & Potato Pavilion Malpas Street (New England Highway), GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Celebrate all things fibre! This is a one-day event aims to provide a time and space for fibre artists, fleece producers and enthusiasts to come together to share and celebrate fibre arts. 'Sit and do' area - spinning, knitting, crochet, weaving; Fleece and fibre retailers; Exhibition space to display fibres; Enthusiast-led discussions; Lead-up activities: knitalong and yarn bombing.  

Free

Paint & Sip @ The Grand

The Grand Hotel 251 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Okay, picture this: a gorgeous, hangable flower vase artwork that’s so trendy, it practically has its own Instagram account. And here’s the kicker—these flowers? They last forever. No watering, no wilting. Just pure, timeless beauty hanging on your wall. Perfect for anyone looking to kick back, relax and create their own masterpiece. Ticket includes: all art materials to create your masterpiece; a talented, fun and patient artist guiding you step-by-step through your artwork; an unforgettable experience.

$65
Event Series Chilli Jam @ Tattersalls

Chilli Jam @ Tattersalls

Tattersalls Hotel 174 Beardy Street Mall, 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. Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

Free

Sunday Sesh @ the Railway

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Before you hit the week, hit Sunday Sesh! DJ from 3.00pm. Drink specials to keep you going.

Free

Ulysses Motorcycle Club Show and Shine – CANCELLED

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

**EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WET WEATHER** Bikes will be parked in the Central and West Mall and will run from 3.30-8.30pm, it will allow the public an opportunity to view the 800 to 1,200 bikes expected to be on display. A range of motorcycles including modern and Vintage Harley Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Velocette and Vincent will be on display during this free community event.

Free

Seasons of New England Expo Dinner

McCrossin's Mill Museum 29-31 Salisbury Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

The Expo Eve Dinner is a great way to begin your Expo weekend. Featuring New England produce, a New England themed drinks menu and lots of local personality, it is just the ticket to getting your weekend off to the perfect start. Celebrated local chef Michael Welbourn is putting together a 3 course meal, starting with canapes and followed by an alternate drop main and dessert. Sourcing exceptional local ingredients as always, this will be a wonderful way to start […]

$70

“Favourite Shorts” – Week 1

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

A festival of rehearsed short play readings from original scripts (produced by Margaret Sims and Benjamin Thorn) with a different program each week. The scripts are mostly original and from local authors and there will be Audience Choice Awards. Favourite Shorts is a community event with all actors/readers who express an interest, guaranteed a part. Ticket also available at door.

$10 – $20

Joel McKay @ 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.

Ulysses Motorcycle Club Grand Parade – CANCELLED

Bellevue Oval Claude Street, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, Australia

CANCELLED Locals are encouraged to watch the Ulysses Motorcycle Club Grand Parade. The ride will leave Bellevue Park at UNE under police escort, to arrive at Rugby League Park at approx. 9.45-10am, with 350-400 bikes expected.

Free

Seasons of New England Makers, Creators & Producers Expo

Hampden Park Cnr King and Maitland Streets, URALLA, NSW, Australia

Experience a great line up of stallholders.  The event will showcase some of the New England's finest local produce, wine, food, art and hand made products, for our Producers, Makers & Creators Expo. Each day will start with a warm welcome, our much loved free kids tent with creative activities, plenty of shady seating, a line up of talented musicians creating the perfect atmosphere, wine and beer tasting - as well as the option to purchase a glass with lunch […]

Werrikimbe National Park – Celebrating 50 Years – POSTPONED

Werrikimbe National Park Q6RQ+5M,, FORBES RIVER, NSW, Australia

POSTPONED TO 18-19 OCTOBER Easy. The event is suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The guided walks vary in length and difficulty. Join us at Mooraback Cabin. Enjoy Ranger-guided walks, speeches, celebratory cake, and a delicious lunch. Please RSVP to the local Walcha office to help plan for catering and the guided walks. Weekend schedule Saturday 5.00pm - Bird briefing followed by nocturnal guided walk at sunset. Knowledgeable guides will reveal the park’s birdlife as the […]

Free
Event Series Chilli Jam @ Alternate Root

Chilli Jam @ Alternate Root

The Alternate Root 48 Bridge Street, URALLA, 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. Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

Free

Flickerfest – Best of Australian Shorts

Belgrave Twin Cinema 145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Flickerfest returns with this annual one-off chance to see the Best of International Shorts & Best of Australian Shorts programmes officially selected for Flickerfest National Tour, before these films continue their journey around the world. Celebrating its 34th year, Flickerfest, Australia’s only Academy® Award and BAFTA qualifying short film festival, and the country’s largest Australian & International short film competition, screens the best of shorts from Australia and the world, selected from a record 3,500 entries; ensuring the presentation of […]

Disarray @ the Newie

New England Hotel Cnr Dangar and Beardy Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Always bringing you the finest in DJ talent.

Free

Market Sunday Concert

Armidale Uniting Church 114 Rusden Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

Tea and sausages available from 11.30am. Young Wind Players The music this Market Sunday Concert features two ensembles from the New England Conservatorium of Music: the Armidale Youth Wind Ensemble and JazzLab directed by Louisa Sindel-Marshall and Paul Marshall. This is an opportunity to hear and support some great young musicians in two fantastic ensembles. They will be performing some well-known melodies and some new repertoire.

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