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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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Poetry Night @ Boobooks

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

A fantastic poetic night with some snacks and refreshments provided. The UNE Writers' Society aims to bring writers together to share their skills, knowledge, and love of writing. Our club is a judgement free zone and all forms of writing are welcome: all you need to bring is yourself, a pen, and some great ideas. So, whether you have dreams of being a published author, really like writing about the secret life of Amazonian tree frogs, or just like writing for fun, […]

Event Series Armidale Dance Group

Armidale Dance Group

Legacy House 89 Faulkner Street, ARMDALE, NSW, Australia

$1 raffle tickets. Please bring plate of goodies to share for supper. Tea and coffee will be provided. Programme Margo Waltz, Eugene Tango, Mayfair Quickstep; 2. Emmerdale Waltz, Gypsy Tap, Idaho Foxtrot; 3. Alpine Stroll, Sally Anne, Shamrock Schottische; 4. Red Rose Saunter, Oxford Waltz, Maxina; 5. Sindy Swing, Lucille Waltz, Tangoette; 6. Queen of Hearts Rumba, Carousel, June Waltz - SUPPER  7. Dynasty Blues, Charmaine Schottische, Festival Glide; 8. Harlequin Swing, Killarney Vale, Merrilyn; 9. Lucille Waltz, domino Blues, […]

$10

Father’s Day @ the White Bull

White Bull Hotel 117 Marsh Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Lunch - 12.00-2.00pm , Dinner - 5.30-8.30pm. Bring dad along for lunch or dinner or both and he will receive a complimentary schooner of beer and a chance to win a Weber BBQ valued at $389.

Armidale Birdwatching Group

Gara Dam TSR Off Waterfall Way, METZ, NSW, Australia

Departure at 8.00am from the Visitor Information Centre carpark, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea and lunch), water, binoculars, sunscreen and hat, and wear stout shoes. The scheduled visit may be changed or cancelled if conditions on the day are likely to affect the excursion.

Father’s Day @ the Royal

Royal Hotel 107 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Spoil Dad this Father's Day! With food and drink specials on all day until late, you can catch up with your father or father figure over a feed or a beer. PLUS, purchase a $10 Keno voucher on the day for your chance to win Dad an OzPig Big Pig Woodfire BBQ & Stove thanks to Keno! Winner drawn at 7.00pm on the day.

Father’s Day @ the Bowlo

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

Bring the crew down and celebrate Father's Day at the Bowlo! Free kids activities from 10.00am. Mega Meat Raffles + BONUS Raffle prizes. $2 Sausage Sizzle from 11.00am. Bistro Grill dining from 12.00pm with amazing specials board! Riley Butler Live Music from 1.00pm. Beverage Specials + MORE!!!

Father’s Day @ Manny’s

Manny's on Marsh 117 Marsh Street (upstairs), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Children's options and prices available. Bring Dad for lunch! He will enjoy a complimentary Carlton Beer with a delicious steak special menu.

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Riley Butler @ the Bowlo

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

A Father's Day special! Come along for a great afternoon of good company and foot tapping music.

Father’s Day @ the Railway

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, Armidale

Give Dad a SUPER Father's Day this year. With roast pork on the spit, Lego competitions, drink and meal specials, and the NRL on the big screen - Dad's day is guaranteed to be a great one. PLUS, if you book a table on Father’s Day, you'll go into the draw to win a $100 Railway Hotel voucher.

Rave Night @ the Newie

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

18+ event - ID required - RSA applies An electronic music event - 360° Edition.

Armidale Race Day

Armidale Race Day VENUE: Jockey Club, Racecourse, Barney Street. TIME: 11.00am (gates open), 12.30pm (start). Racing returns to Armidale this Monday. Bring the family over before they go back to school and enjoy a fun day out at the races. Seven TAB races, full bar and catering with plenty of bookies and tote. For more information, please phone Jim on 02 6772 3102 or 0407 293 239.

New England Rugby Union Grand Final

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

18+ event Gear Up for the NERU Rugby Grand Final. Lock in the date and get ready for an unparalleled day of heart-racing action and unity at the highly anticipated NERU Rugby Grand Final Event! Join us as we commemorate the culmination of an electrifying rugby season. This is more than just a game; it's a display of finesse, tactics, and sportsmanship that will have you perched on the edge of your seat! Food trucks and canteen: from 10.00am; Great Hops […]

$10

A Night With the Blokes of Armidale

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

The team at Tomorrow Man Woman is coming to Armidale, thanks to the efforts of the Rotary Club of Armidale and BackTrack Youth Works. This event will be held in conjunctioni with Gather With the Women of Armidale - same date, same time, same venue. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the bar. Come along for an engaging and impactful workshop to explore mental health and how we can better look after ourselves, our mates, our families and […]

Gather With the Women of Armidale

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

The team at Tomorrow Man Woman is coming to Armidale, thanks to the efforts of the Rotary Club of Armidale and BackTrack Youth Works. This event will be held in conjunctioni with A Night With the Blokes - same date, same time, same venue. Food and drinks will be available for purchase from the bar. A night not to be missed - reserve your spot. Come along for an engaging and impactful workshop to explore mental health and how we can […]

ACO Collective – Ecstatic Dances

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

A frequent performer on the world’s most celebrated concert hall stages, British violinist, Matthew Truscott, leads ACO Collective in a thrilling program of dances from across the ages, showcasing the vitality and virtuosity of this incredible ensemble. Energy permeates from every turn, from the Baroque elegance of Purcell’s England, to the rhythmic intensity of Stravinsky to the thrill-seeking dynamism of western Sydney composer, Holly Harrison’s Black Ice, commissioned especially for the ACO Collective. Program EDWARDS Chorale and Ecstatic Dance PURCELL […]

$25 – $55
Event Series Walcha Farmers’ Market

Walcha Farmers’ Market

McHattan Park Fitzroy Street, WALCHA, NSW, Australia

Gourmet and organic fresh vegetables, fruit, herbs, meat, bread and baked goods, dairy, poultry, condiments, wine, coffee, teas, spices, honey, olive oil, edible by-products, plants and flowers; an educational workshop; music, entertainment, kids activities and competitions.

Four Book Trilogy @ the Alternate Root

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

Come along and enjoy delicious tapas, fine wines and ambrosial cocktails whilst listening to the big sound of one of Armidale's newest groups.

“The 2 of Us” – Marina Prior and David Hobson

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

After four years of selling out 180+ shows and over 85,000 tickets sold around the country, Soprano and Tenor powerhouse legends of Musical Theatre and Opera, Marina Prior & David Hobson embark on their Encore Tour, The 2 Of Us in up close and personal mode.  Brand new songs, back-stage and life stories, including the classics from their vast repertoire.  Accompanied by pianist David Cameron, in a two-hour performance, Marina and David will perform their classics from productions such as The […]

$58.50

Murder Mystery Night

UNE Student Wellness Centre 110 Butler Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Murder Mystery Night - 19/9 VENUE: UNE Student Wellness Centre, 110 Butler Street. TIME: 6.00pm. COST: $5pp. UNE Writers' Society will be hosting a night of murderous fun and sleuthing (held in collaboration with UNE Games Society). Come dressed in your most appropriate wizarding attire. Ticket entitles you to food, drink and the Murder Mystery Night. For more information, visit https://unione.unelife.com.au/Clubs/Writing/Products/845.

$5