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Armidale Events

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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.

Have an event to add to the calendar?

Armidale Birdwatchers

Blue Hole, Gara Gorge Off Castledoyle Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

8.00am departure from Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea and lunch), water, binoculars, sunscreen and hat, and wear stout shoes, bring a picnic chair as many bush spots do not have facilities. The scheduled visit may be changed or cancelled if conditions on the day are likely to affect the excursion. Visitors are welcome - contact Dr Steve Debus (sdebus@une.edu.au) to register interest.

Free

St Joseph’s Fete – Uralla

St Joseph's Primary School Wood Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

There will be a BBQ, raffles throughout the day, many stalls of goodies, games and activities for the kids. Santa will also be visiting! Cakes; BBQ; Drinks, tea and coffee; Crafts; Tombola; White Elephant; Face Painting; Plant Stall; Lucky Draw prizes; Wood and Gift Hamper Raffles; Brass Band; Christmas Hams to be won on Chocolate Wheel.  

Free

Keith & Son @ Rafters

Rafters Diner 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

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.

Free
Event Series Cathedral Brass Concerts

Cathedral Brass Concert Series

St Peter's Anglican Cathedral 122 Rusden Street (cnr Dangar Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come along for a fascinating musical journey through Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern eras, with works by Taverner, Clarke, Handel, Haydn, Mozart, Wagner, Bliss et al. featuring the New England Brass Collective and New England Trumpet Consort. Musical Director: Malcolm Liddell.

$5.28 – $15.88

Rachel Greene & Jhana Allan @ Welder’s Dog Bar

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

Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. For more information, phone 0423 200 699 (after 2.00pm).

Free

ADDA Constructions Golf Day

Armidale Golf Club Golf Links Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Four-man Ambrose - 9.00am smoko - 10.00am shotgun start. Drinks on course, prizes, charity auction, nearest to pin, longest drive, bar and facilities available all day. Funds raised donated to Mates in Construction

$300

Guyra Christmas Carnival

Bradley Street GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Come and meet Santa, children's activities, lighting of the Christmas tree, Christmas carols and music, market and food stalls.

Free

Something to Talk About Summer Series Live Music

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Something to Talk About | Summer Series | Week 1 Don't miss out on a spectacular night of live music as we head into Week 1 of "Something to Talk About." Our summer series kicks off this Friday with a top-tier lineup of Soul and RnB: 5:00pm - 6:00pm: Oh Ma Soul 6:30pm - 7:30pm: The Al Heeney Rhythm & Blues Experience Location: Curtis Park We also have food sorted, thanks to Menulog, who will be delivering on-site during the […]

Event Series Trivia with Jack @ The Alternate Root

Trivia @ The Alternate Root

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

Trivia is here again and as good as ever and curry to fill your bellies! Groups of eight or less welcome to compete at the chance to win awesome prizes. Dinner and drinks available for purchase. Book your team a spot! Reservations required.

$5

Hats Off @ 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

Christmas Party Night – CANCELLED

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

CANCELLED Are you wondering where to take your staff, family and friends for this year's Christmas party? Well, wonder no longer! Why not join the Armidale District MS Branch for a fabulous Christmas Party. Two course dinner, live music with Chilli Jam, table prizes, raffles, a great night out AND raise funds to assist local people with Multiple Sclerosis to live their best lives. Ticket also available at Armidale City Bowling Club Reception Desk.

$75

Nepalese Community Annual Picnic

Dumaresq Dam Reserve Dumaresq Dam Road (right off Boorolong Road), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Dumaresq Dam has the advantage of kids’ playground to allow all participants to enjoy the day. What to bring: • comfortable clothes; • any personal snacks or essentials; energy and enthusiasm! Let us make this picnic an unforgettable experience for everyone. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. Look forward to seeing you at the picnic! RSVP - 4 December

$10 – $50

Fiori Musicali Christmas Concert

Australian Poetry Hall of Fame 144 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

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.

$25.50 – $30.50

Pinot & Picasso @ Rafters

Rafters Diner 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Can't travel to the Arctic Circle to see The Northern Lights? Well Jypsi is bringing them to Guyra! Join us while we paint the Northern Lights in an array of colour. This artwork is perfect for all groups. It's fun, easy and doubles as a great Christmas decoration. Ticket includes: all art materials to create your masterpiece; Jypsi, your talented, fun and patient artist guiding you step-by-step through your artwork; a jolly good time. The bar will be serving up your […]

$59.00

Hillgrove Christmas Party

Hillgrove Rural Community Hall 76 Brackin Street, HILLGROVE, NSW, Australia

All welcome! Free BBQ and salads, auction and party games. BYO drinks, cash for raffles and auction and a plate of dessert to share. Please bring cash for raffles. Parents please provide gifts for children.