Armidale Events

The 23rd year-camp provides a unique opportunity to LIVE IN (stay on-site) and get a full holistic Rugby experience with focus on the on-field and off-field development of all camp participants. NSW RUGBY Development and Coaching staff will provide all the on-field curriculum and coaching with off-field development around nutrition, flexibility and strength. Older players will also receive feedback on improvement areas across core skills and position specific skills for their rugby moving forward. Camp is open to 6-16 year […]

Experience a night of Indie Pop-Folk with award-winning Victorian Duo, Ally Row. After their thrilling performance at the Woodford Folk Festival, Ally Row is back with an evening of original live music. Enjoy their newest releases – don’t miss out! Enjoy the flavours of Malaysia with delicious set menu, which includes traditional favourites such as Satay, Ayam Percik, Acar and Beef Rendang.

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Tickets available online (booking fee applies) or at door. Tom Curtain is a nationally acclaimed singer/songwriter and horseman extraordinaire. This tour coincides with the release of his fifth studio album Nothin's Gonna Stop Us - the first release of this album Why We Live Out Herehas had great success, remaining in the Country Songs Australian Airplay Chart for 10 months. His last album We're Still Heredebuted at No.1 on the Australian Country Music Charts with all four singles released from the album also […]

Free sausage sizzle, fairy floss, popcorn and lots of outdoor games. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Come and enjoy a two-course meal to celebrate Australia Day and the Australia Day award winners for 2024. Tickets are available from the New England Community College (GALA) (136 Bradley Street, Guyra) and need to be pre-purchased - no sales on night.

The annual Armidale Campdraft is a three-day event with riders travelling from around the countryside to compete at this hotly contested event. Spectators will have the chance to see some of Australia's best riders in action as they compete in the 2024 competition. Campdrafting is uniquely Australian and it has grown in popularity immensely since its beginnings and is one of the largest equestrian disciplines in the country. Program Friday, 26 January - 6.30am start: $1250 Maiden Draft A Thunderbolt […]

Come along and be thrilled by this wonderful display – go back to your childhood! For more information, phone Steve on 0404 485 585.

A Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony will start the day. This will be followed by the Australia Day Awards Ceremony where some of Armidale’s hidden treasures will be honoured and recognized for their community work. Australia Day Ambassador is Michael Crossland, humanitarian and internationally known best-selling author. Cultural performances will take place from 12.00pm, followed by a lunch to celebrate all our fabulous citizens and local volunteers. Everyone is welcome! Reflect. Respect. Celebrate.

First Demo Derby for ladies in NSW, fun for the whole family. Camping fee - $20 all weekend flat rate. Program Friday, 26 January – 6.00-9.00pm – Racing Mower demonstration and display; 6.00pm Demolition Derby starts (under lights); 6.00pm – Women’s Round 1, 6.30pm Men’s Round 1, 7.00pm – Women’s Round 2, 7.30pm – Men’s Round 2; 8.00pm – Queen of Crash – Women’s Final; 8.30pm – New England Championship – Men’s Final; 9.00pm all in Bash for Cash. Saturday, […]

Hi-Voltage + OZ Rock Anthems AC/DC Tribute Show With five professional, seasoned musicians, this band sets the stage performing ACDC songs authentically to the exact recordings. They have an extensive repertoire covering songs from their first 1973 album to present day. We can guarantee you will not be disappointed!

Judging will commence at 10.00am, followed by presentation at 1.30pm. Food and drinks available on site. Last year there were in excess of 170 cars angled parked the length of the shopping centre. Top 10 car trophies, scores of lucky entrant prizes and a really great spectacle. possibly the biggest car show for a small country town. Not only can you enjoy the cars in Bradley street, but you can also walk through to the Festival and enjoy all its […]

First Demo Derby for ladies in NSW, fun for the whole family. Camping fee - $20 all weekend flat rate. Program Friday, 26 January – 6.00-9.00pm – Racing Mower demonstration and display; 6.00pm Demolition Derby starts (under lights); 6.00pm – Women’s Round 1, 6.30pm Men’s Round 1, 7.00pm – Women’s Round 2, 7.30pm – Men’s Round 2; 8.00pm – Queen of Crash – Women’s Final; 8.30pm – New England Championship – Men’s Final; 9.00pm all in Bash for Cash. Saturday, […]

This swinging trio features the musical artistry of James Brinkhoff on piano, Wendy Griffiths on double bass and Cary Bennett on vocals and drums. Enjoy the jazz grooves of classic popular songs from the 1930s through to the 1970s; tunes made famous by Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Peggy Lee, Bobby Darin, Diana Krall, Harry Connick Jr and others.

Listen to live music, source fresh products from local producers and browse a variety of market stalls.  

Hailing from Scone, Hamish Guiana is a young musician who is looking to break out in the regional music scene. Having featured in this season’s Top 50 of Australian Idol he has been pursuing a future in music playing at pubs and clubs around the local area. Experimenting with his sound, he combines the Folk and Americana genres while also dabbling with acoustic covers of popular ballads. Hamish was recognized at this year's Australia Day awards being named Upper Hunter […]

Form a group of up to eight (or less) and get ready to battle it out. Dinner and drinks available for purchase and fantastic prizes to be won.