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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.

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Fleece to Fashion Awards – Gala Dinner, Parade & Presentation

Deeargee Woolshed Gostwyck Road, URALLA, NSW, Australia

Held in the historic Deeargee Woolshed, Fleece to Fashion Awards 2023 celebrates amazing fashion design talent. The parade and presentations will be accompanied by a gourmet dinner, fine wines and craft beers, live music and a spectacular setting, making this an unmissable event! Ticket price includes a delicious dinner prepared by the Café Patisserie team, fine table wines from Petersons Winery, live music from Armidale Electric Orchestra and a professionally choreographed fashion parade showcasing extraordinary creations in wool. Getaway host […]

Jarred Taylor @ the Royal

A toe-tapping evening of live music. Jarred Taylor is a local Tamworth singer/songwriter and is best known for his high energy live country and rock

Event Series “The Pied Piper”

“The Pied Piper”

The Lodge 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Another great show for children and adults. A new twist on an old tale. Still the same villains, only worse. Smart children who discover how to thrive in adversity and plenty of rats. Adapted by Gordon Cope with original music by Robert Thompson.

$10.50 – $60.50

Armidale Orienteering Spring Twilight Series

Parks and Streets NSW, Australia

Take advantage of the great weather and get some fresh air at the forthcoming spring series of events. Park and street orienteering is a fun, social way to give your body and mind a great workout. The format for these events will be up[ to 20 controls scattered over the map with 45 minutes to score as many points as possible. In some cases all controls will be of equal value, in others controls may be worth differing numbers of […]

$5

Christmas in the Mall

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

This year’s Christmas events promise to be bigger and better than ever, with a wide range of activities, entertainment, and holiday cheer. The magic of Christmas will be brought to life with Santa Clause, reindeers, kid’s activities, and stage performances to celebrate the festive season. All aboard the Jolly Express! Get ready to experience the magic of Christmas in the most enchanting way with a very special guest this holiday season - Thomas the Tank Engine train.

Jazz, Blues & Alt. Grooves @ the Dog

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

Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. Herbie’s on Holiday brings together three talented musicians, Steve Thorneycroft on guitar, Steve Harris on drums and Pat Harris on bass, who together present music inspired by Jim Campilongo, Bill Frisell and Hank Marvin, among others. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Free

Guyra Christmas Carnival

Bradley Street GUYRA, NSW, Australia

This year’s Christmas events promise to be bigger and better than ever, with a wide range of activities, entertainment and holiday cheer. The magic of Christmas will be brought to life with Santa Clause, reindeers, kid’s activities and stage performances to celebrate the festive season. All aboard the Jolly Express! Get ready to experience the magic of Christmas in the most enchanting way with a very special guest this holiday season - Thomas the Tank Engine train.

Uralla’s Got Talent

Uralla Central School 24 Park Street, URALLA, NSW, Australia

CANCELLED Could you be the next Elvis Presley? Could you be the next Adelle? Could your band be the next AC/DC? Uralla Arts is keen to uncover talent in the New England, so is having a talent quest until the number of contestants runs out. Open to all ages and cash prizes on offer. Can you dance, tell jokes or have some other extraordinary talent, do not be bashful. Come along and have some fun.

Free

Out of the Maze

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

A MODERN FIRST NATIONS X CLASSICAL MUSIC EXPERIENCE Out Of The Maze - Warren H. Williams, Julie Croft, and the Western Winds Ensemble Venue and bar open at 6:30PM. Doors at 7:00PM. Show starts at 7:30PM. Imagine the unique voice of internationally acclaimed First Nations recording artist Warren H. Williams, accompanied by the effortlessly brilliant and enigmatic Julie Croft on piano. Then add Croft’s bespoke arrangements for the 9-piece classical Western Winds Ensemble, and you have Out Of The Maze. This […]

$24.50 – $49.50

2023 Fairy Festival

Uralla CBD 104 Bridge Street, URALLA, NSW

Calling all fairies and wizards to join the festivities. Dust off your wings and shake out your cloaks to celebrate this day of magic. Dragon eggs and potions, yoga and belly dancing, yoga for the wee folk, fairy mail, find a fairy treasure hunt, fairy door trail, fairy and wizard craft, Quidelf matches, build a fairy garden, flower crowns and headdresses.

Rachel Greene @ Boobooks

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

Join Rachel, Jhana Allan, and Georgina Kruger for an evening of soulful original music. Aoteorea-born singer songwriter, Rachel Greene, possesses a quiet power and presence. With emotional maturity beyond her years, she taps into themes of resilience, despair and hope, with impossibly sweet vocals, and gorgeous accompaniment on keys and baritone ukulele. Jhana is that rare combination of a musician who has a deep understanding of roots music and yet brings an entirely original perspective with her songwriting, mandolin playing, […]

$10 – $15
Event Series Armidale Dance Group

Armidale Dance Group

Legacy House 89 Faulkner Street, ARMDALE, NSW, Australia

$1 raffle tickets. Please bring plate of goodies to share for supper. Tea and coffee will be provided. Programme Margo Waltz, Eugene Tango, Mayfair Quickstep; 2. Emmerdale Waltz, Gypsy Tap, Idaho Foxtrot; 3. Alpine Stroll, Sally Anne, Shamrock Schottische; 4. Red Rose Saunter, Oxford Waltz, Maxina; 5. Sindy Swing, Lucille Waltz, Tangoette; 6. Queen of Hearts Rumba, Carousel, June Waltz - SUPPER  7. Dynasty Blues, Charmaine Schottische, Festival Glide; 8. Harlequin Swing, Killarney Vale, Merrilyn; 9. Lucille Waltz, domino Blues, […]

$10

Armidale Dance Group

Hall, Masonic Retirement Village 100 Cooke's Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

$1 raffle tickets. Please bring plate of goodies to share for supper and your own cup. Tea and coffee will be provided. Just a reminder that Masonic Hall is an Aged Care Facility, so if feeling unwell, please do not attend. Dance Programme Killarney Vale Waltz, Carousel, Mayfair Quickstep; 2. Bluebird Waltz, Gypsy Tap, Queen of Hearts Rumba; 3. Alpine Stroll, Dynastry Blues, Merrilyn Schottische; 4. Red Rose Saunter, Petite Waltz, Black Knight Tango; 5. Sindy Swing, Trinity Waltz, Sally […]

$10

Armidale Birdwatching Group

Iwata Gully TSR Bundarra Road, INVERGOWRIE, NSW, Australia

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.

Event Series Guyra Lawn Bowls Carnival

Guyra Lawn Bowls Carnival

Guyra Bowling and Recreation Club 192 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Bar and food available at Club. Ham raffles and Karaoke on Friday. Wednesday, 29 November - Mixed Bowls; Thursday, 30 November and Friday, 1 December - Pairs Bowls; Saturday, 2 December and Sunday, 3 December: Triples Bowls

Armidale Cup Race Day

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Full bar and catering available. Bookmakers and TAB on course.

$15

Australian Dance Enterprises Recital

Lazenby Hall University of New England, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

A recital celebrating 100 Years of Disney and Selected Items. Over 136 performers, aged two years to 18 years, performing in a variety of dance styles - ballet, jazz, tap, modern and contemporary dance.

$12 – $18

Trolls Band Together @ Belgrave Cinema

Belgrave Twin Cinema 145 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Bring your friends, family, and neighbours for an unforgettable movie night experience while supporting our local Scout troop's participation in the Into Our Future 23 Aotearoa NZ Scout Jamboree in 2023-2024. Each ticket includes a delightful treat of your choice from a special treat table. Fun games and activities, chocolate toss (gold coin donation), lollipop trees, 100's club raffle ($2 per entry), $15 cheese boxes, cans/water: $3 + a popcorn discount voucher.

$18.50 – $65.50

Guyra Christmas Party

Guyra Neighbourhood Centre 160 Bradley Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Come along for lunch in the garden - it's party time! Turkey, ham, pudding, the works as well as Christmas hampers and toys.

PLC Carols in the Cathedral

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

Come for an evening of glorious music as the story of the promise of the Messiah and the birth of Jesus is told in nine short Bible readings, interspersed with the singing of Christmas carols, hymns and choir anthems. Seating is limited, so to ensure a seat inside St Peter's Cathedral, please book. Depending on demand, the event may also be live-streamed outside for those who are unable to sit inside.