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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Come and be merry with our free Christmas-themed Funday Sunday! This fun-filled day kicks off the silly season with a free photobooth, free playground, free face painting as well as free gifts and lollies for the kiddies! Plus, plenty of games and Christmassy activities, including a Candy Cane Toss Competition and visit from Santa Claus himself!
Honouring resilience, empowering recovery. The Australian Tennis Foundation and Tennis NSW are hitting the road across Northern NSW and will be hosting a number of community events. The Rally as One initiative aims to build a strong community connection in bushfire and flood-affected communities, whilst reducing any associated barriers to ongoing participation. This is an invitation for all locals to attend these free events and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of on-court and off-court activities with lots of prizes to be […]
Get ready for an unforgettable day of racing thrills and elegant fun. Come along for a spectacular celebration to experience the electric atmosphere of live racing action. Whether a racing expert or a first time visitor there is something for everyone. Grab tickets now and be part of the action - where excitement meets country elegance. Don't miss out on a day of thrills, fashion and fun. Racing is better trackside! Various exclusive race day hospitality packages available - perfect […]
Tea and sausages available from 11.30am. The music this ”Market” Sunday series (not actually a Market Sunday) features the Armidale Cello Choir. They will be playing music by Bach, Sarabande and Bourrée, Mozart’s Ave Verum, Tchaikovsky, Hymn to the Cherubim; some shorter folk pieces and a couple of jazz versions of Tchaikovsky ballet pieces. The Armidale Cello Choir brings together cellists of all standards and backgrounds to explore all things cello and to enjoy and share the wonderful sounds of […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
The British Blues experience. Dinner and drinks available for purchase. Happy Hour 5.00-6.00pm. Reservations required.
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!
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.
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Carols with choir, organ, brass and woodwind.
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.
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 […]
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.
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 Mass, followed by a Celebration Carnival in the Cathedral grounds.
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.
Celebrate Christmas with food and fun followed by Carol singing. BYO camp chair/ picnic blanket.
