No matter what time of year you visit, chances are there will be an event or festival in or around Armidale.
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Goddess of the Sky: The Art of Everest and the Himalayas - John Williamson Historian and tour guide John Williamson examines the development of the British Great Trigonometrical Survey of India and the art of both the early efforts to ascend Mt. Everest as well as the art of modern climbing on the world’s highest mountain.
Topper's Mountain Wines wine tasting with the winemaker Jan Taborsky This is your chance to taste exciting alternative varietals from an up-and-coming wine region. Don't miss out! High altitude, unique soil and focus on rare varieties. Topper's Mountain Vineyard is one of the most interesting terroirs in Australia. The winemaking is straightforward with minimal intervention fully respecting the uniqueness of the place. Wines will be presented by winemaker Jan Taborsky.
Get ready, Armidale – the glitz, the glamour, and the giggles are coming your way! Join the fabulous Timberlina and her dazzling line-up of drag superstars and cabaret artists for a night of outrageous fun, live entertainment, and cheeky surprises. Expect powerhouse performances, glitter-soaked costumes, camp comedy, and a whole lot of sass – all served up with a cocktail (or two). Whether you are a seasoned cabaret lover or brand new to the magic of drag, this one-of-a-kind show […]
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Shop fresh local produce, artisan foods, plants, crafts, and enjoy coffee and baked goods from local vendors.
Pre-1995 cars, trucks and tractors; tractor tour; stationary engines; threshing machine; steam-powered sawmill; heavy horse demonstrations and more! Lions Club BBQ and drinks available for purchase.
Celebrate 40 years of Steiner education in Armidale at The Waldorf School Fair! This much-loved community event is open to everyone and offers a day of joyful connection, creativity, and discovery. 🎶Enjoy free entertainment, explore open classrooms, and experience the warmth of our school community. There is plenty of fun for all ages! 🏓Including our much loved crate climbing, games alley, crafts, henna, face-painting, a 🐇petting area with pony rides for the young ones, handmade goods, secondhand treasures, 🥕organic produce, […]
Great family day out! Come and join in the fun with camel rides, food stalls, music, wishing tree and much more!
This annual Rally provides the perfect opportunity to get together and enjoy friendly hospitality, stunning natural surrounds and amazing rides. Whether you ride a cruiser, adventure bike, sports bike or postie bike we would love to see you! Friday, 14 November 12.00pm - Camping opens at Showground; Registrations & Rally Merch available, 4.00pm - Bar opens Organised Rides (Road, Adventure, Side-car ADV) - bookings essential; limited numbers; participants must hold a Rally Pass or Day Pass From 12.00pm (Showground) […]
A truly spectacular night celebrating the remarkable journey of Australian Merino wool from fleece to fashion. Cocktail reception, parade and presentations. Afterwards at Welder's Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre (101 Beardy Street).
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.
Pre-1995 cars, trucks and tractors; tractor tour; stationary engines; threshing machine; steam-powered sawmill; heavy horse demonstrations and more! Lions Club BBQ and drinks available for purchase.
Every Little Thing What does it mean to care for another, and what does this act have on us? In tending to these fragile yet resilient hummingbirds, Terry Masear finds a sense of healing. Her diminutive patients - brought into sharp focus through breathtaking, beautifully detailed photography - become memorable protagonists in their own right. The viewer become emotionally invested in Cactus, Jimmy, Wasabi, Alexa and Mikhail, celebrating their small victories and lamenting their tiny tragedies. Rating: Mild themes and coarse […]
Santa's toy workshop; gingerbread decorating; ferris wheel rides; Christmas portraits; reading (Night Before Christmas); North Pole Post Office; yarnbombing; craft and lace displays; selfies with Santa; wreath making; live Christmas tree stall; live Nativity; petting zoo; DJ Drummer Guy; Armidale Pipe Band.
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Ensemble Apsley is a new project-based, touring professional chamber orchestra in the New England featuring professional and emerging artists from Armidale and Brisbane, including several members of the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. Programme Corelli - Concerto Grosso Op.6, No.4; Mozart - Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola in E-flat major; Haydn - Symphony No.45 in F-sharp minor, 'Farewell' Violin 1 - Johnny van Gend, Mia Stanton, James Chen Violin 2 - Eliza Scott, India Smith, Scarlett Gallery Viola - Julian Duthoit, Robert van […]
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Calling all fairies and wizards to join the festivities. Dust off your wings and shake out your cloaks to celebrate this day of magic. Paint a fairy door; wizard staves; dream catchers; fairy gardens; fairy and wizard wands; nature crowns; dragon nests; inspiring mystcal potions; decorating fairy food; face painting; fairy sand art; grand fairy parade...plus more.
Bar and canteen available and entertainment for all Saturday night.
