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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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“The Men Commandments” @ The Garage

The Lodge 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

TIME: 7.30pm (Friday, Saturday), 2.00pm (Sunday). This play was written by English writer, Sarah Quick, who formed Quick Change Theatre and was the Artistic Director of Globus Theatre at the Lakeview Arts Barn in Bobcaygeon. In the play, four women work as telephonists/receptionists at Rainbow Insurance, a company that covers a range of different biblical and other disasters (e.g., a life insurance claim by Mrs Lazerus). As we delve into their dating dynamics and marital misadventures we learn the rules […]

Fleetwood Mac Show – “Running in the Shadows”

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

18+ event. Fleetwood Mac is one of the most iconic bands in the world today. Formed in the 1960s, it is considered one of the world’s best-selling bands. The Running In the Shadows show covers the best of Fleetwood Mac’s career. From the early hits from the music of Peter Green, through to the Ialbum era, spanning up to Tango In the Night and even some of Stevie Nicks' solo material, there is something for every Fleetwood Mac fan to […]

$37.50

Simple Stone @ St Kilda

St Kilda Hotel 102-104 Rusden Street (cnr Marsh Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

A good night out with friends.

Family Movie Night @ Uralla Bowlo

Uralla Bowling & Recreation Club 52 Hill Street (cnr Queen Street), URALLA, NSW, Australia

Movie: Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile Based on the best-selling book series by Bernard Waber, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, starring Academy Award®-winner Javier Bardem (2007, Best Supporting Actor, No Country For Old Men), Constance Wu and Shawn Mendes as Lyle, is a live-action/CGI musical comedy that brings this beloved character to a new, global audience. Bring the whole family for a free sausage sizzle before the movie starts. There’s bottomless popcorn and juice boxes for kids.

School of St Jude Fundraising Dinner

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

The Quota Club of Armidale invites you to join us for a special evening as former local, Gemma Sisia, founder of the School of St Jude in Tanzania returns to launch her new book. The School that Hope Built; also hear from Maddie Kelly (author) and Enock Ephrahim (alum and school employee). Ticket price includes drink and appetizer on arrival, two-course premium dining menu and table wine. Tickets are available individually or tables of 10 The evening will also include […]

$75

Tibet2Timbuk2 @ McCrossin’s Mill

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

Tibet2Timbuk2 features world famous Tibetan vocalist Tenzin Choegyal with longtime friends and musical collaborators Marcello Milani (singer songwriter from the Toothfaeries) and Shen Flindell (tabla) with special guest artist 8th generation sarangi master Sangeet Mishra. As a result they have an eclectic repertoire including group arrangements of Tenzin's songs and poetry combined with Marcelo's songs in English combined with instrumental and Indian classical sarangi and tabla. The overall sound is full and organic with magnificent layered harmonies.

$25.50

State of Origin @ the Railway

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, Armidale

Pass the Footy and Guess the Score competitions will be running, and we'll also be giving away a Retro Blues Jersey each game - you don't want to miss this!

State of Origin @ the Royal

Royal Hotel 107 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Enjoy State of Origin live and loud. Plus, WIN 2 Grand Final tickets - purchase a beer or a meal during the three games to go in the draw. Drawn during halftime of Game III (must be present to win).

Escape Rooms Tamworth – Cocktails & Crime

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

The Armidale City Bowling Club and Escape Rooms Tamworth welcomes you to Cocktails and Crime, an interactive game of mystery, fun and crime. Players will simply need to solve the crime with the material provided, there is no need to worry about scripts or acting. Tickets include platter food and a complimentary drink on arrival. Please feel free to dress up in your best crime solving attire. This event is for 18+ years only. ID on arrival may be requested. […]

$65

Winter Warmer @ UNE

Courtyard UNE Life Café, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, Australia

Take the chill off and delight in the spirit of a New England winter with Fergus Lupton. Enjoy live acoustic music, warming beverages, and a vibrant menu that will tantalize your taste buds. This inclusive event welcomes everyone, so bring your kids, friends, and work colleagues too. Cosy up by the fire-pits and relax on blankets and beanbags. The event is free to enter, and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Every purchase gives you a chance to […]

Jazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog

Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW

Sandie White Quartet - one of Australia's most seasoned jazz singers, Sandie White has worked with many top jazz musicians. Having recently performed in New York, tonight Sandie performs with her pal, Sharny Russell on piano, Emiliano Memo Beltzer on double bass and Cary Bennett on drums, to present a night of gorgeous jazz standards from the Great American Songbook. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

“Into the Woods” – Gala Opening Night Fundraiser

Michael Hoskins Creative Arts Centre The Armidale School, 87 Douglas Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Directed by Emily Waldron and musically directed by Kees Grenyer. In the thirty-five years since its premiere, Into the Woods has become a classic – brilliantly original, dark, funny, absorbing and utterly entertaining. It begins, of course, with “Once upon a time…”. By the end of the opening number not one but six fairytale plots have intertwined, as Cinderella, the Baker and his wife, Little Red Riding Hood and Jack of beanstalk fame all head into the woods in search […]

$80

New England Rugby Union

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

Weather permitting Watch as two local clubs go head-to-head - Robb Rugby versus St Alberts on their mutual home-ground. Canteen and fully licensed bar will be operational. 3rdr Grade - 11.40am; 2nd Grad - 12.50pm; Womens 10s - 2.15pm; 1st Grade - 3.15pm.

$5

Drag Queen Game Night

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

Please note this is a restricted show 18+. Sign in and ID checks are a condition of entry. Bluji Entertainment is back! Lulu Lemens and Scarlett Fever will be bringing a Game Night like no other. Join us for a night of music, cocktails, drag shows, prizes, Trivia and MUCH MORE! Tickets are limited.  

$11.53 – $16.75

Armidale Birdwatching Group

Dumaresq Dam Reserve Dumaresq Dam Road (right off Boorolong Road), ARMIDALE, 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.

Legacy Centenary Torch Relay

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The Relay will pass through Armidale Sunday morning. Please come out and show your support for members of our community who will be participating and carrying the Torch. With 8 degrees forecast, grab your beanie and coat and come out in force. After beginning in Pozieres, France on 23 April, the Centenary Torch will travel to London and then all 44 Legacy Clubs in Australia. The Torch Bearers involved in the Relay all have some connection to Legacy or Defence. […]

Flag Raising Ceremony

Southern Lawn, "Booloominbah" University of New England, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Each year, the University and Oorala holds a flag raising ceremony to honour NAIDOC. Listen to UNE Cultural Adviser, Uncle Steve Widders, welcome us to the lands of the Anaiwan people and watch the raising of the Aboriginal flag above "Booloominbah".  Interim Vice-Chancellor and CEO, Professor Simon Evans, will deliver his thoughts on this event alongside UNE online student, Leavina Reid, who is travelling from Coffs Harbour to speak at this even. Active community member and local Elder of the […]

Jazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog

Welder's Dog Bar cnr Marsh and Rusden Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW

Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. International Night - Do we have a treat for you! Three wonderful international performers make for a fabulous night. First, originally from São Paulo, Brazil, we have the very talented Denis Dos Santos singing and playing some marvellous Brazilian songs in English and Portuguese. Following this, originally from Valparaiso, Chile, we have the vivaciously talented Massiel Barros-Torning, singing and playing some fabulous Spanish-inspired songs in English and Spanish. Finishing the night, originally […]

Tribute to Nat King Cole – “Unforgettable”

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

A special treat for those who love fine music: Dorian Mode and his swinging trio presenting A Tribute to Nat King Cole! Since his early teens, Dorian Mode spent his pocket money on Nat King Cole records, imitating Nat’s dazzling piano and vocal stylings. A lifelong fan, Dorian has meticulously researched Nat’s catalogue in order to choose iconic original trio arrangements to transcribe and weave into his show about Nat Cole’s fascinating life. Since 2015, Dorian has performed his tribute to […]

$25.50 – $30.50