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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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ArtsNational Lecture: “Breeches, Bonnets and Bags”

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

Breeches, Bonnets and Bags - Rosalind Whyte (UK) This lecture follows the different fashions as revealed in paintings, looking at dress and accessories, and some of the more ridiculous styles of fashion from the 16th century to the 19th century. In times when Sumptuary Laws prescribed what could be worn according to social status in society, fashion was much less of a personal choice and more a reflection of social standing. This lecture explores the wildest extremes of fashion through the […]

$25

The Altones @ Little Welder’s Dog

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

Come and enjoy a wonderful night of music and help us launch our new album, The Green Album.

Free
Event Series Friday Night Raffles @ the Royal

Friday Night Raffles @ the Royal

Royal Hotel 107 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come along and support the Children’s Ward at Armidale Hospital. Raffle tickets: $2 (single ticket) or $3 (for five) or $7 (for 10) – ticket sales from 6.00pm, drawn 7.00pm. Five meat trays, donated by Pete’s Mountview Butchery, to be raffled. Happy hour from 4.00-7.00m, drink specials and delicious meals available.

Free

‘Hand-in-Hand’ Concert

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

Hand-in-Hand - Peace with justice event Food stalls: Thai, Ezidi, BBQ.  Kid's activities: face painting, artistic banner creations. Pacific Islanders Women's Choir, Khaleel Merza Jundi; Jillari Faulkner and Kath Waters; Altones; Poetry Slam; Skele Jay (HipHop - Brisbane).

Free
Event Series “Robin Hood” @ Hoskins Centre

“Robin Hood” @ Hoskins Centre

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

TAS Middle School's take on David Neilsen's comedy Robin Hood and the Unnecessary Rescue. Sheriff Nottingham has once again set his sights on marrying an unlucky young woman. Only this time, she has a plan of her own! All our old favourite characters are back, Robin Hood, Maid Marion, Will Scarlett, and Friar Tuck, who all somehow get mixed up in the action.

$5.57 – $10.63
Event Series Backgammon in the Mall

Backgammon in the Mall

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

Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of Backgammon and coffee. For all ages and stages. Lapsed players and complete beginners welcome. Bring your own board or borrow one from the bookshop. Feel free to approach any players you see and ask to join. For more information, visit armidale-backgammon-fanciers.mailchimpsites.com.

Free

Armidale Night Markets

Armidale Showground 5 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

International street food stalls; gourmet food trucks and trailers; dedicated dessert section; kid's rides and jumping castles; carnival and sideshow games; boutique market and craft stalls; music till late$30 unlimited kid's rides wristbandFree onsite event parking available

$2
Event Series Khanacross

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. Snacks and drinks available at the canteen for purchase. Spectators welcome.

Pete Stanley @ Rafters

Rafters Diner 87 Malpas Street, GUYRA, NSW, Australia

Come along, have dinner and a beer with friends and enjoy some classic pub rock music.