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Events in Armidale

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?

Leonard Cohen @ The Playhouse

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

Leonard Cohen - His Life, Ladies and Lovers This spellbinding Leonard Cohen biographical cabaret about his life, ladies and lovers is written and performed by the "simply brilliant" Jonathan Anstock. This exceptional show, where Cohen's presence is truly palpable, features many of his iconic songs punctuated by stories of his life, ladies and lovers. His poetry-writing, song-writing, drug use, sex life, spiritual searching, depressive episodes, political thought and eventual peace are also exposed. Cohen's "Hallelujah" has being recorded by 300 […]

$30.50 – $35.50

Julian BelBachir @ McCrossins

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

Experience an unforgettable evening of music as Julian Belbachir, the acclaimed Australian-Moroccan musician and producer, returns to Australia after an inspiring five months of recording and performing across North Africa and North America. Julian is set to bring a taste of Morocco and Mali's rich musical traditions to Australian audiences, sharing the sacred sounds of traditional trance music from Northern Africa. The concert features an all-star lineup, including Malian master guitarist Moussa Diakite and Qvln from California, USA. A multi-instrumentalist, […]

$32.41

TroutFest @ Guyra

Various ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Programme Thursday, 3 October - Art Expo (10.00am-4.00pm) Lamb & Potato Pavillion, New England Highway; Rotary Club Book Fair (10.00am-4.00pm) RSL Hall, Bradley Street, Guyra; Window displays, Bradley Street. Friday, 4 October - Art Expo (10.00am-4.00pm) Lamb & Potato Pavillion, New England Highway; Rotary Club Book Fair (10.00am-4.00pm) RSL Hall, Bradley Street, Guyra; Window displays, Bradley Street; Botanical Art Workshop (9.30am-3.30pm) Lamb & Potato Pavillion, New England Highway; Metal to Masterpiece Exhibition (9.30am-4.00pm) Burgess' Garage, Bradley Street, Guyra; Tasties & […]

Various

Rotary Book Fair – Guyra

Guyra Soldiers' Memorial Hall 163 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW

Details to follow.

Free

Oktoberfest 2024 @ Walcha Road Pub

Walcha Road Hotel 1539 Wollun Road, WALCHA ROAD, NSW, Australia

Live music (Oom-pan, playing all your favourite sing-alongs), German Weissbeir (wheat beer) and Imported Lager on Tap! Pork Knuckle, Leberkase Pretzels and more!

John Wilcox Trout Classic

Anywhere you can fish NSW, Australia

Free for juniors. Donations to OzFish Unlimited. Presentation, with nibbles, will start at 4.00pm (Sunday) at Guyra Bowling Club (192 Bradley Street). Everyone welcome. Age Categories: Juniors - up to 16 yrs; Seniors - 16 yrs +. Prize Categories: Largest Impounded Trout; Largest Creek Trout; Mystery Length.  Each individual is required to enter to be in the running for the competition - one entry per person.

Gold coin

Brent Larkham @ 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

Cold Chisel @ Petersons

Petersons Winery & Guesthouse - Armidale 345 Dangarsleigh Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Red Hot Summer Tour - special guests: Cruel Sea, Birds of Tokyo, The Superjesus and Karen Lee Andrews Cold Chisel is back to celebrate its 50th birthday in style. The band is marking a golden anniversary with a national tour, kicking off in Armidale where it was based back in 1974. The Big Five-O will be a night like no other. This time the band is not touring to promote a new album, it is touring for the best possible reason...because we […]

Armidale Birdwatchers

Dangar's Lagoon Thunderbolt's Way, URALLA, NSW, Australia

DAYLIGHT SAVING BEGINS - put clock FORWARD one hour. 8.00am departure from Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea and lunch), 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.

Free

20th Anniversary Celebration – Ebor

Ebor Sportsground Waterfall Way, EBOR, NSW, Australia

Bring your camp chair or picnic blanket! Conclude the day with a sensational evening concert featuring acclaimed artist James Blundell, supported by Tate Cole!  Join us to mark the 20th Anniversary of the Guy Fawkes Heritage Horse Association and the 24th Anniversary of the devastating aerial cull. An event to celebrate these magnificent horses and reflect on the remarkable achievements of our association in preserving this unique breed over the past two decades. Come together at the Ebor Sportsgrounds for […]

Free – $26.15
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

Drag Queen Paint & Sip

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

18 years and older  Be guided by the amazing in-house artist step-by-step to create an amazing artwork that you will definitely love. And be entertained by the fabulous talents of our 7ft Drag goddess, Terry Daktyl! If you love a glass of wine or beer, enjoy a good laugh and want to get creative, you need to come along to one of our paint and sips. Grab a feed, kick back and enjoy yourself. Join in for a Paint and Sip […]

$65

“Living the Tradition” @ The Playhouse

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

Film and Live Performance De Ziah and Date present Living the Tradition - A fabulous double event: Irish music film Living the Tradition followed by live concert. Step into the captivating world of Ilse de Ziah and Ian Date, a cello-guitar duo presenting an exclusive double event. Begin your journey with the enchanting documentary film Living the Tradition, where acclaimed cellist Ilse de Ziah explores the origins of Irish Airs. Delve into Irish musical heritage through stories, traditions, and melodies […]

$30.50 – $35.50