Armidale Events

After viewing the Travels with Mary exhibition, join our What we know about Mary tour set to delve into Mary White’s interests, works and deeds through various works and objects, especially in her room and her own cottage garden in the grounds of Saumarez Homestead, for an exclusive insider’s look into Mary’s life at home. A private person with a social conscience who gave herself to public works, possessing a strong sense of responsibility and social duty, Mary White was […]

Shoes convey a wide range of meanings associated with fashion, style, personality, sexuality, class and gender.  New studies have given us awareness of the personal, social and sexual connotations attributed to footwear and created by footwear.  Different shapes and colours for men’s and women’s shoes today revolve primarily around the construction of gender difference.  Many of these gendered distinctions developed in the so-called ‘long eighteenth century’.  Why do men and women’s shoes look so very different today?  Learn about shoes, […]

Crooked Tree features Ian Russell on rhythm guitar and vocals and Mick Houlahan on lead guitar and vocals. The duo play a range of material including original songs and covers by songwriters such as Dylan, Steve Earle, J J Cale, Van Morrison, Creedence Clearwater and Santana, as well as some old Delta blues. These guys rock! Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Archie and Zoe are two young and  very talented musicians and songwriters. A $5 donation for the musicians will be appreciated.

This winter, in a warm and cozy room at McCrossin's Mill, Cathy Armstrong and Michelle Wheatley will present their inaugural Bookish Lunch. The author of choice for this first exquisite event is, of course, Jane Austen. Cathy loves to make the most of fresh local seasonal produce to create beautiful meals, which are an absolute joy to smell, see and taste. Her vibrant, inventive style of food is inspired by the wonderful chefs she has worked with, great books, travel, […]

Stunning, heartfelt vocals, beautifully-crafted songs and world-class performances, there are few female voices in Australia to rival the class and style of Lyn Bowtell. Lyn Bowtell, is back on tour with a brand new album! Lyn Bowtell is a Toyota Star Maker winner, MO Award winner, a nine time Golden Guitar winner, and Artistic Director of the CMAA Academy of Country Music. Fresh from the recording studio with Producer Shane Nicholson at the helm, Lyn is thrilled to share with […]

Ticket includes drinks and finger food on arrival. Come along and help raise funds to ensure all people, regardless of where they live in NSW, have equitable access to cancer treatment and care. The man. The legend. The King of Rock & Ross. The life story of Elvis Presley as seen through the complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker.

The Ruby Rose Trio has been performing since 2017 and plays an eclectic set of feel-good music ranging from pop jazz to rock 'n' roll, particularly those nostalgic tunes that gets your foot tapping. It features Sherona on lead vocals, bass and keys, Brendan Mooney on guitar, sax, keys and vocals, and Gary Daly on drums. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

TIME: 2.30-5.00pm (Sunday), 7.30-10.30pm (Friday, Saturday). Tickets available from Carr's NewsXpress (170 Beardy Street Mall, phone: 02 6772 3534) or adms.org.au (50₵ booking fee applies).. Les Misérables is an epic musical about passion, destruction, revenge, poverty and hope, all set against the French revolution. It’s a story about redemption and survival with a goosebump-inducing score including some of the most well-known, memorable and loved songs in musical history Director: Michael Comford; Musical Director(s): Kees Grenyer, Will Smidt; Producer: Neil Horton.

Explore the exhibition followed by a wine tasting experience by Peterson's winery. Taste and learn about five wines from the Peterson's range while enjoying a cheese plate by the Six Counties Restaurant and chatting with friends about your favourite portraits. Ticket includes: after hours access to the Archibald Prize 2021; Peterson's Wine Tasting including five wines (extra drinks may be purchased), cheese plates to share.

VENUE: "Oakview", Bundarra Road (20km west from Armidale - Gravel Pit: immediately after descent from the Pinnacle - signs will indicate turn-off on left). For more information, phone organizer on 0411 203 524 or email ericbaker1952@gmail.com. Newcomers of any age and ability can join in at their own pace, individually or in small groups. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle, as well as something to eat. Maps, S1 sticks (for registering controls) and a limited number of […]

Tildy's Sausage Sensation is a delightful, touching and beautifully written book for children of all ages. It is in memory of Peta Kerr and to raise awareness and money for Children's Brain Cancer research. Meet Kate Kane, Peta's mother, to hear why Kate published the story written by Peta about her little dog, Tildy and, of course, meet Tildy the dog. Children very welcome as Tildy loves people of all ages. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate and, of course, our wonderful […]

TIME: 2.00-5.00pm (Sunday), 7.30-10.30pm (Thursday, Friday, Saturday). Tickets available from Carr's NewsXpress (170 Beardy Street Mall, phone: 02 6772 3534) or adms.org.au (50₵ booking fee applies).. Les Misérables is an epic musical about passion, destruction, revenge, poverty and hope, all set against the French revolution. It’s a story about redemption and survival with a goosebump-inducing score including some of the most well-known, memorable and loved songs in musical history Director: Michael Comford; Musical Director(s): Kees Grenyer, Will Smidt; Producer: Neil […]

Come along for a night of good music.

Come along for the screening of Opera New England’s celebrated productions sung in English. Ticket price includes drink from the bar. All proceeds to the Armidale Playhouse.

Flag raising, BBQ, entertainment; Workshops - dancing, art, jewellery, didgeridoo playing; Kid's Corner - face painting, art and craft. Please come along and enjoy NAIDOC Week.