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Click to view the Autumn 2025 events calendar (PDF 1.4MB), or view the list below.

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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Event Series Motorkhana

Motorkhana

Skidpan, Traffic Education Centre Mann Street East, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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.

Free

Choral Society Concert

Armidale Uniting Church 114 Rusden Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

Missae Breves Short masses by Haydn, Kodály and Rutter. Conductor (Stuart Pavel), Organist (Warwick Dunham), Soprano (Leanne Roobol), Repetiteur (Robyn Bradley). Donation includes afternoon tea.

$20

A Night of Accoustic Guitar

The Armidale Studio Cnr Mossman and Chapel Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

This one-night-only collaboration brings together two young Australian guitar virtuosos, Jordan Brodie and Elias Bartholomeo, to showcase the boundless possibilities of one guitar and a vivid imagination. Featuring a captivating blend of blues, jazz, folk, country and original compositions, the performance masterfully walks a tightrope of genres, highlighting both solo artistry and dynamic duets. Audiences worldwide are captivated by the creativity and endless energy these two artists bring, making this much more than just a night of acoustic guitar. This […]

$25.50

Armidale Eisteddfod 2025

New England Conservatorium of Music Armidale Teachers' College, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Armidale’s Eisteddfod is an important cultural event in the New England calendar that continues a wonderful cultural tradition established in Wales over 900 years ago. Welsh Eisteddfods were festivals celebrating the performance of literature and music, and this concept holds true to this day. Down the centuries, Eisteddfods have evolved to reflect changing societies but they remain an enduring part of Australia’s cultural heritage as important training grounds for emerging entertainers – our musicians, dancers and actors.

Free
Event Series Rotary Book Fair

Rotary Book Fair

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Attention All Book Lovers! Thousands of quality used books will be on sale from as little as $2 to $3. The books reflect all genres from fiction, children's, cookery, history, reference, arts and crafts, military and photography. There is also a range of rare and collectable items at very attractive prices. Come one, come all...and bring your money with you! EFTPOS welcomed and encouraged.

Free

Big Chill Festival

Armidale Showground Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, Australia

The Big Chill is back and bigger than ever. Get ready for big vibes and good times in 2025. The stages showcase a kaleidoscope of musical genres. From indie, country and folk to electronic sounds, there will be something for everyone. Beyond the beats, the festival grounds come alive. Indulge in gourmet delights from local and regional cuisines, award-winning craft beer or explore local distilleries and wineries. The event is open to all ages. Entertain the entire family with a […]

$16.35 – $105.10

Can Assist Autumn Luncheon

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

The White Bull is hosting a three-course luncheon upstairs at Manny's on Marsh with 100% proceeds going direct to Can Assist, supporting cancer patients and their families across regional NSW. Ticket includes three-course meal and choice of house beer, wine or soft drink.

$70

Annual ANTaR Reconciliation Bridge Walk

Curtis Park 75 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Walk together across Stephen’s Bridge to the footpath and then along the north side of the creek and over the Faulkner Street pedestrian bridge. It is a great opportunity to meet and chat with friends, old and new, enjoy the entertainment and have lunch together. Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy this friendly, fun, free event. Bring a picnic – tea, coffee and sausage sizzle will be provided.

Free

Wendy Matthews @ Welders Dog Brewery

Welder's Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

For the first time in nearly nine years, Australian music icon & ARIA award winning artist, Wendy Matthews, comes to Armidale for a special intimate performance. Born in Canada, she came to Australia in 1982 and has made this country her home adding to the immense music tapestry of Australia with a swag of successful and critically acclaimed albums that have seen her rise to the very top of the industry. With a legacy of hits that have been played […]

$56.88

State of Origin @ Railway Hotel

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Don't miss out on the excitement - gather your mates for a night of live NRL, great specials and awesome prizes. Experience every tackle, try and triumph on the big screen, ensuring that no moment of action is missed. Cheer for your team with $6.50 XXXX Gold schooners for Maroons and $6.50 Tooheys New schooners for Blues supporters. Take part in a thrilling half-time footy toss competition for a chance to win a $100 venue voucher. It is your shot […]

Free

Midnight Chicken @ McCrossins

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

Hatched and hand raised in Newcastle NSW, Midnight Chicken is quickly becoming a hot topic in the bluegrass and country circuits around Australia. Its bizarre take on bluegrass music gives birth to amazing renditions of traditional tunes and old classics as well as more modern tunes and originals that are sure to be enjoyed by everyone. In its short time as a band, it has toured nationally supporting Brad Cox, performing in some of the country’s biggest regional theatres and […]

$21.97 – $27.19

Armidale Birdwatchers

Oaky River TSR Kempsey Road (approximately 48.5km south east), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

7.55am for 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. For more information and register to join group, phone Shirley on 0458 260 937 or email shrlycook@gmail.com. Newcomers are always welcome, but please notify our leader, Dr Stephen Debus (sdebus@une.edu.au) preferably a […]

Free

Armidale Eisteddfod Band Night

Auditorium (2nd floor), Armidale Teachers' College Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

“Radiators” @ Welder’s Dog Brewery

Welder's Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

For the first time in decades, The Rads return to Armidale for a night of real rock 'n' roll. Up close and personal, loud, in your face, back to back hits. Gimme Head, Summer Holiday, I Wish I Was 17 Again, Nancy Can't Dance, Revolution, No Tragedy, Comin' Home, Fess's Song, Hit & Run, Life's a Gamble, Feel the Heat, Number, Radiation and lots more!

$41.50

Myall Creek Massacre Memorial Gathering

Myall Creek Massacre Memorial Lot 128, Whitlow Road, MYALL CREEK, NSW, Australia

Myall Creek Massacre Memorial - approximately 169 km from Armidale (via Thunderbolts Way - approximately 45km from Inverell on Gwydir Highway to Delungra and then left off Delungra Road). The Massacre Story “There are no short cuts to the future. The path to our future as a nation passes through its past, the good and bad.” Sydney Friends of Myall Creek   “In memory of the Wirrayaraay people who were murdered on the slopes of this ridge in an unprovoked […]

Free

ArtsNational Lecture: “Decorating Domestic Spaces…”

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

Decorating Domestic Spaces in Medieval Europe - Kathleen Olive (Italy) Well-to-do merchants, bankers and even artisans signalled their wealth and sophistication through conspicuous consumption, much of it destined for the interior decoration of their comfortable domestic spaces. Historian, tour guide and Italian expert Kathleen Olive will explore the decorative style of the 14th and 15th centuries in Italy and France.    

$25