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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.

Have an event to add to the calendar?

Drag Bingo with Timberlina @ Top Pub

Top Pub 23-27 Bridge Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

The lady of the night sassily presents Drag Bingo with Timberlina. Get ready for an evening of glitz, glamour, and giggles at Timberlina’s Drag Bingo Extravaganza! Timberlina’s over-the-top style and dazzling repertoire, coupled with her naughty quick wit, will keep you fabulously entertained for hours. Sip on your favorite cocktail and get ready for three rounds of bingo like you’ve never experienced before. Timberlina’s cheeky commentary and sparkling presence will have you in stitches as you play. Whether you’re a seasoned […]

$31.14

New England Quarter Horse Association Performance Shows

Armidale Exhibition Centre cnr Canambe and Kirkwood Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come along and watch some fabulous horses and riders in action. Program Saturday, 15 February: Versatility Ranch Pleasure, Versatility Ranch Working Rail, Versatility Ranch Reining, Ranch Prospect Lungeline, Ranch Prospect Trail, Ranch Prospect Conformation. Sunday, 16 February: PHAA Halter, PHAA Paint Bred Halter, AQHA Halter, Any other Registered Breed, Supreme Champion Halter Horse, Showmanship at Halter, Lungeline, Trail, Western Horsemanship, Ranch Riding, Reining, Western Pleasure, Led Mack/Show Hunter, Hunter in Hand, Ridden Hack, Ridden Show Hunter, Hunter Under Saddle, Hunt […]

Free

Cary Bennett Trio @ Tatts

Garden Bar, Tattersalls Hotel 174 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The Cary Bennett Trio is back! Come along those who enjoy songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, Nat ‘King’ Cole, Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller and other song stylists from the golden era of popular music.  For this special gig Cary is joined by two exceptional musicians, Warwick Dunham on keyboards and Ash Hall on trumpet. Come for a great afternoon of fabulous food, music and drinks.

Free

Old-time Dance @ Kentucky – CANCELLED

Kentucky Memorial Hall Noalimba Avenue, KENTUCKY, NSW, Australia

CANCELLED Bring the whole family for a night of dancing, supper and fun! Live music by Country Dance Revival.

$15

Walcha Antique Machinery & Truck Show

Walcha Showground 159N Derby Street, WALCHA, NSW, Australia

It is sure to be a great weekend out with everything from trucks, tractors, motorcycles, engines and any other type of antique machinery you could think of, plus Street Parade. Over 80 stalls are predicted, jumping castle and face painting for the children, so come along. There will be a tractor pull (Friday, 14 February) and a major swap meet (Sunday, 16 February). Gold coin entry on Sunday, 16 February.

$10
Event Series Khanacross #1

Khanacross

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. Full canteen available. Spectators welcome.

Free

2025 Annual Commemoration Day

St Paul's Presbyterian Church 137 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The Armidale and District National Servicemen's Association's (Armidale Nashos) Annual Commemoration Day Service will begin with a church service at St Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Faulkner Street, at 9.30 am, followed by the Commemoration Service at the National Servicemen's Monument in Central Park at 11.00 am. This service honours the service and sacrifice of National Servicemen who were killed in action during World War I, World War II, and the Vietnam War, as well as those who passed away during their […]

Free

Skeptics in the Pub

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

A multi-faceted discussion from dentist, Sarah Meyer, including astonishing facts on how modern social behaviours and diet are literally changing our faces; the short-sightedness of some public health policies; exploding the fluoride controversy; and the unacknowledged role of the dentist as a front-line medical specialist. Arrive at 6.00pm. Order and pay for snacks or dinner then settle back with a drink for Sarah’s presentation, followed by a lively discussion.

Free

Chamber Philharmonia Cologne

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

Classics from Germany Chamber Philharmonia Cologne plays Vivaldi, Bach and Sarasate presented by world-class soloists, Sergey Didorenko (violin) and Dmitrij Gornowskij (violoncello). Programme - VIVALDI - The Four Seasons - four concertos for violin, strings and basso continuo; J.C. BACH - Concert in C minor for violoncello and string orchestra; BRAHMS - F-A-E Sonate in A minor for string orchestra (Scherzo); SARASATE - Gypsy Airs for violin and orchestra op. 20. Door sales at Uniting Church 30 minutes prior to commencement of concert (cash […]

$35.88 – $46.13

OhMaSoul @ Welder’s Dog Bar

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

Come along, wet your whistle and listen in as we re-spin new and old tunes and share our collection of fun, catchy, deep and mysterious originals. Hope to see you there!

Free

Armidale Night Markets

Armidale Showground Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, Australia

What can you expect? International street food stalls; street food stalls galore; gourmet food trucks and trailers; delicious desserts section; kids rides and jumping castles; carnival and sideshow games; $30 kid's unlimited rides wristband; music till late. Free on-site event parking.

$2

Guyra Show Long Lunch

Stud Show Ring Marquee Guyra Showground, 27 Marne Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Celebrate the 116th Annual Guyra Show with an unforgettable Long Lunch in the marquee. Enjoy a delicious two-course meal by Relish Catering, premium drinks from Josephine’s Drinks, and a sweet treat to top it off. Gather your family and friends for a relaxed afternoon of great food, drinks, and good company—all while supporting the Guyra Show Society. Tickets are limited, so book now to secure your spot.

$122.78

Jessie Bloch @ the Newie

New England Hotel Cnr Dangar and Beardy Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

A good night for all.

Free
Event Series Markets in the Mall

Markets in the Mall

Beardy Street Mall Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Live music, a variety of stalls offering a huge range of quality, handmade and handcrafted items, cupcakes, candles, bath and body products, skincare and makeup, handmade clothing, bags, shoes, linen, pottery, woodwork, plants, art, homewares, toys, puppets, stamping and scrap-booking, plus so much more.

Free

2025 Marian Barford Awards

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

This inter-generational concert celebrates the 50th anniversary of the New England Ensemble’s debut, honours NECOM’s current teacher, performers, and spotlights our young rising stars. Robert Harris, founding violist of the New England Ensemble, will perform with current staff and students of the New England Conservatorium of Music. Robert will also present the 2025 Marian Barford Awards during the event. Do not miss this landmark celebration of fine music, heritage, and community! Program: G F Handel: Sonata in A major, HWV […]

$10.75 – $21.00
Event Series Bookstore Karaoke @ Boobooks

Bookstore Karaoke @ Boobooks

Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Bookstore Karaoke is back for 2025 and you can now join us for some epic singing every month! On our karaoke nights, we provide the ultimate bookstore experience: late night shopping, wine, coffee, and singing! Ages 18 and up.

Gwyn Ashton Mojo Soul Tour

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

Gwyn Ashton is doing his annual Australian tour in 2025 and coming to the Australian Poetry Hall of Fame in Guyra. From acoustic roots, blues and world music to electric swamp rockin’ boogie, a funky one-man band rock'n'roll show, Make a night of it, food and drinks will be available at the show.

$30.50 – $92.50