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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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Fiori Musicali Christmas Concert

Our Lady of the Angels Chapel 131 Barney Street (cnr Jessie Street), ARMIDALE, 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

Carols by Candlelight

Central Park Dangar Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

Come along and celebrate the Christmas season with the annual Carols by Candlelight in Central Park. Candles, hymn books, BBQ and drinks will be available to purchase and Santa will drop in for a visit around 8.00pm. If raining, will be postponed to the following Wednesday, 18 December.

Free

Armidale & Uralla All Breeds Kennel Club Shows

Armidale Showground 5 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Food van (Ed’s Tucker Box) and the Herd Bar available for the hungry ones. Armidale Friday, 13 December AM – Toys; Terriers; Gundogs; Hounds; Working Dogs; Utility; Non-sporting; General Specials; 3-6 mths Sweepstakes; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes. Saturday, 14 December AM – Toys; Terriers; Gundogs; Hounds; Working Dogs; Utility; Non-sporting; General Specials; 3-6 mths Sweepstakes; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes. Sunday, 15 December – Toys; Terriers; Gundogs; Hounds; Working Dogs; Utility; Non-sporting; General Specials; 3-6 mths Sweepstakes; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes. Uralla Friday PM, 13 […]

Something to Talk About Summer Series Week 2

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Don't miss out on a spectacular night of live music. This summer series continues with a top-tier lineup of Country and Blues: 5.00-6.00pm: Buddy Knox Band 6.30-7.30pm: Charlie Fittler Food sorted, thanks to Menulog and will be delivered on-site during the show. Menulog: Pick up order from the table to the side of the stage after receiving a text from Menulog.

Free

Raven @ Alternate Root

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

The British Blues experience. Dinner and drinks available for purchase. Happy Hour 5.00-6.00pm. Reservations required.

$10

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

“In Two Minds” @ The Playhouse

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

An improvisation recital by Duo Menurida: Kaura Chislett (flutes) and Edward Cowie (piano). Music inspired by Australian birds, landscape and paintings by famous artists. These two world-class musicians invite you on a sound journey extraordinaire.

$25.50

Carols in the Cathedral

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

Carols with choir, organ, brass and woodwind.

Free
Event Series Backgammon in the Mall

Backgammon in the Mall

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

Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of Backgammon and coffee. For all ages and stages. Lapsed players and complete beginners welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one from the bookshop. Feel free to approach any players you see and ask to join. For more information, visit armidale-backgammon-fanciers.mailchimpsites.com.

Free

Snez & Jhana Allan @ Boobooks

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

Soundshed Music presents mid-north coast musician and storyteller, SNEZ, and Armidale local folk singer, Jhanna Allan, for an intimate night of storytelling and music. Coming from a Macedonian working-class family, where stories about hardship, romance and work ethic have been passed down through generations, Snez subtly weaves these influences into her own stories and songs, featuring traditional Macedonian songs from her parents’ mother country. Featuring Bouzouki, acoustic guitar, Bodhran drum and vocals. Jhana Allan is a progressive country folk singer […]

$15 – $20

Christmas Markets in the Mall

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

More than 50 different stalls and live music from local band, SNEZ. A variety of stalls and shops open offering a huge range of quality handmade and handcrafted items, cupcakes, candles, bath and body products, skincare and makeup, handmade clothing, bags, shoes, linen, pottery, woodwork, plants, art, homewares, toys, puppets, stamping and scrap booking plus so much more.

Event Series Khanacross

Khanacross

Skidpan, Traffic Education Centre Mann Street East, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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.

Grand Opening of Saints Mary & Joseph Cathedral

Saints Mary & Joseph Catholic Cathedral 136 Dangar Street (cnr Barney Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Grand Opening Mass, followed by a Celebration Carnival in the Cathedral grounds.

Free

Ian Russell @ Rafters

Rafters Diner 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Drop in for an awesome afternoon listening to all the pub rock classics. Great food, cold beer, delicious cocktails. Bring the whole family for a day to remember. Happy Hour 2.00-4.00pm.

Free

Community Christmas Carols @ St Marks

St Mark's UNE Church 73 Trevenna Road, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, Australia

Celebrate Christmas with food and fun followed by Carol singing. BYO camp chair/ picnic blanket.

Free