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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?

Lachlan McKenzie Quintet @ the Playhouse

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

Lachlan McKenzie is a musician who has gained recognition both nationally and internationally for his formidable abilities as a jazz trumpeter and composer. Born and bred in Brisbane but Sydney-based since 2021, Lachlan has had the opportunity to perform and record with various well-known artists over the years. In 2023, Lachlan toured his quartet to Osaka, Japan to perform at the 25th annual Takatsuki Jazz Street Festival and, over the last two years, Lachlan has also performed at leading jazz […]

$25.50 – $30.50

Rick Cuthel @ 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

Easter Family Funday Sunday

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Hop in for a free Family Funday Sunday!Head down the rabbit hole with some egg-cellent family fun! With a free Easter egg hunt at 11.30am, free photos with the Easter Bunny and free Basket & Arts craft session with staff (12.00pm), you'll be bouncing with egg-citement! PLUS, the winners of our Easter Colouring-In Competition with be announced! WIN Venue Vouchers for each age category 3-5yrs, 6-9yrs and 10-12yrs. Competition runs from the 1 March to Easter Sunday. Don't forget, kids […]

Free

Tour de Rocks

Armidale Ex-services Memorial Club 137 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The route is similar to last year's Ride. But, we have taken your feedback on board and made a few changes. We hope these changes will make it more enjoyable for everyone. It is still a challenge, but we know everyone is up for the challenge. (The revised route is subject to approval from all the relevant Councils, NSW Police and Transport NSW). ​Day 1 - Armidale to Ebor (97 kms) GOOD NEWS - The grass paddock and hill after Morning Tea are […]

ANZAC Service @ Wollomombi

St John's Presbyterian Church 78 Wollomombi Village Road, WOLLOMOMBI, NSW, Australia

Following the dawn service there will be  a Gunfire Breakfast at 6.30am with the usual cricket match between Wollomombi and Hillgrove at the Hillgrove Reserve from around 10.00am. The Wollomombi Stores' annual 2UP will commence after the finish of the cricket. Everyone is welcome.

ANZAC Day – Hillgrove

Hillgrove Recreation Ground 265 Wood Street, HILLGROVE, NSW, Australia

Following the ANZAC service there will be Picnic Breakfast (sorry – CASH only) at the Hillgrove picnic area, 50 Brackin Street and cricket match between Wollomombi and Hillgrove at the Hillgrove Reserve from around 10.00am. The Wollomombi Store will host the 2UP following the cricket match. Everyone welcome.

$10

ANZAC Day @ the Railway

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Live music from 1.00-4.00pm and raffles from 4.00pm. Raffles are raising money for Soldier On.

ANZAC Day Racing Carnival

Armidale Racecourse 12 Barney Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

The Armidale Jockey Club concludes its Autumn Racing Carnival with traditional non-TAB ANZAC Day races sponsored by businesses of West Armidale. First race around 2.00pm. Full TAB coverage of other metropolitan races held throughout the country. This is always a fun and exciting day for the whole family. Lock in the date and book your tickets. A variety of pre-purchased hospitality packages are available which offer a full race day experience! Free entry for under 18 years.

$10

Two-up @ the Bowlo

Auditorium, Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Free
Event Series Bookstore Karaoke @ Boobooks

Bookstore Karaoke @ Boobooks

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

Bookstore Karaoke is back for 2025 and you can now join us for some epic singing every month! On our karaoke nights, we provide the ultimate bookstore experience: late night shopping, wine, coffee, and singing! Ages 18 and up.

Armidale & New England Cat Club Show

Gilbert White Memorial Hall Dutton Parade (inside showground & adjacent to Aquatic Centre), GUYRA, NSW, Australia

We are very excited as this is the 11th anniversary of the show. Three specialty rings, on Saturday for pedigree and companion cats, Ragdolls, British, and Russians.Great International and Interstate judges: Irene van Belzen and Nick Tricarico. All-day BBQ and awesome raffles. Vendors will be selling great cat items. Vote for your favourite cat/kitten and best decorated cage.  

Free
Event Series Markets in the Mall

Markets in the Mall

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

Live music, a variety of stalls 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.

Free

New England Garden Festival – Autumn Garden Trail – Uralla

Various ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

This inaugural Autumn Garden Trail, organised by the New England Garden Festival, will travel across the beautiful New England region in six days, opening approximately 18 cold climate gardens for the public. Each town will open three gardens. Visitors are encouraged to stay in each town the night before to make most use of the gardens' opening hours. When the gardens close, visitors are encouraged to visit the locally recommended 'hot spots' from each town before moving on to the […]

$5

New England Garden Festival – Autumn Garden Trail – Armidale

Various ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

This inaugural Autumn Garden Trail, organised by the New England Garden Festival, will travel across the beautiful New England region in six days, opening approximately 18 cold climate gardens for the public. Each town will open their three gardens. Visitors are encouraged to stay in each town the night before to make most use of the gardens' opening hours. When the gardens close, visitors are encouraged to visit the locally recommended 'hot spots' from each town before moving on to […]

$5

Heritage Motor Clubs Autumn Tour Rally 2025

Various ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The Classic and Specialist Car Club of Northern NSW is based in Armidale and has undertaken the task of hosting this Rally. The rally is only open to cars built before 1931. Previously held in the Central West area of NSW, this is the first time that it has ventured out of that area and is capped at 150 cars. The rally occurs over three days and visits as many of the districts attractions as can be fitted in and […]

New England Garden Festival – Autumn Garden Trail – Guyra

Various ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

This inaugural Autumn Garden Trail, organised by the New England Garden Festival, will travel across the beautiful New England region in six days, opening approximately 18 cold climate gardens for the public. Each town will open their three gardens. Visitors are encouraged to stay in each town the night before to make most use of the gardens' opening hours. When the gardens close, visitors are encouraged to visit the locally recommended 'hot spots' from each town before moving on to […]

$5

12th New England Bach Festival

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

Season ticket - $180, $120  - season ticket available at www.trybooking.com/CYQRO . All tickets may also be purchased at branches of Regional Australia Bank or by posting booking form and cheque to 21 North Street, Armidale 2350. Trumpet and organ John Foster (natural trumpet) and David Drury (organ) with a wonderful blend of well-known and lesser-known baroque works.    

$20 – $30

Women’s State of Origin @ Railway Hotel

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Don't miss out on the excitement - gather your mates for a night of live NRL, great specials and awesome prizes. Experience every tackle, try and triumph on the big screen, ensuring that no moment of action is missed. Cheer for your team with $6.50 XXXX Gold schooners for Maroons and $6.50 Tooheys New schooners for Blues supporters. Take part in a thrilling half-time footy toss competition for a chance to win a $50 venue voucher. It is your shot […]

Free