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.
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Mem Davis is a captivating singer-songwriter from the coastal city of Wollongong. Her journey to country music took a scenic route, meandering through various professions including naturopathy, doula work, copywriting, editing, and retail management. However, it wasn’t until she embraced her true calling that Mem’s heart truly sang—music and songwriting. Reservation recommended.
Listen to live music, source fresh products from local producers and browse a variety of market stalls.
An autotest (essential skills of car control and judgement) under controlled conditions - quickest times whilst navigating courses. Snacks and drinks available at the canteen for purchase. Spectators welcome.
A summer celebration. Shop, Indulge, Explore! Shop for clothing, art, craft and bric-a-brac. Looking to chill out, indulge, explore and experience the Walcha vibe..
Mem Davis is a captivating singer-songwriter from the coastal city of Wollongong. Her journey to country music took a scenic route, meandering through various professions including naturopathy, doula work, copywriting, editing, and retail management. However, it wasn’t until she embraced her true calling that Mem’s heart truly sang—music and songwriting. Reservation recommended.
Tea and sausages available from 11.30am. The music this Market Sunday Concert will feature members of the Armidale Organ Group performing on the wonderful Willis Organ. This is a great opportunity to hear some of Armidale’s leading organists with their individual takes on the potential of the Willis organ, which is regarded by some leading performers as one of the best in Australia, in a varied repertoire. The concert and indeed the Sunday Markets are a week earlier than usual […]
'Something to talk about' returns in 2025 with a summer of tennis! 🎾 This summer, the Beardy Street Mall is transforming into centre court! Watch all the thrilling moments of the 2025 Australian Open live on the big screen, and step up to our centre court table tennis tables to serve up some fun! 🏓✨ What: 2025 Australian Open on the big screen When: 11am - 2pm (daily), 20 - 26 January Where: Beardy Street Mall, Armidale What: table tennis […]
To celebrate Australia Day there will be an Aussie Movies and Music trivia night. Come dressed up as your favourite Aussie actor, character or rockstar - prizes for best dressed team and individual and best themed team name. 1st place $100 cash; 2nd place $50 Grand voucher; 3rd place $25 Grand voucher; Last place box of chocolates. There will be extra prizes and games through the night so come have some fun. Bookings are essential as we can only have […]
The annual Armidale Campdraft is a three-day event with riders travelling from around the countryside to compete at this hotly contested event. Spectators will have the chance to see some of Australia's best riders in action as they compete in the 2025 competition. Campdrafting is uniquely Australian and it has grown in popularity immensely since its beginnings and is one of the largest equestrian disciplines in the country.
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Culminating from a series of workshops this concert will be a beautiful and exciting concert for all participants to perform for family, friends and the wider community with feature performances from guest artists!
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 […]
Celebrate everything Aussie! Family friendly. Bistro open 11.30-2.00pm and 5.30-8.00pm.
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.
Full bar and catering available. Great fields for the seven-race program – country racing at its best. Bookmakers and TAB on course
See the Rumble Roadshow when they put on a show! Check out the best trick jams and skate demos. Win prizes and get tips on how to skate with a bunch of the Pro Tour skateboarders and special guests. Skateboarders are everywhere, and as part of our pledge to keep supporting community, we are going to be heading out to more community skateparks at each BMD Rumble pro tour stop. We’ll be taking some of our best skateboarders to 4 […]
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
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 […]
7.55am for 8.00am departure from Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea - enjoy in the Clifton-Everest's garden which is located right beside Racecourse Lagoon), 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. Newcomers are always welcome, but please notify our leader, Dr Stephen Debus […]
Featuring Dilruk Jayasinha and Dave Thornton. They are coming to your door. Dilruk Jayasinha is one of the most beloved and in demand comedians in Australia. His style of personal, up-beat and effervescent stand-up is renowned for providing audiences with glimpses into his life. Highly relatable and introspective, his ability to charm a crowd is second to none. On top of Australian’s selling out his stand-up shows around the country, he is a staple on TV and radio. Regularly appearing […]
