Armidale Events

5.30pm (drinks and nibbles), 6.00pm (film and panel discussion). Reservation must be made via website or QR code. ROLA is the Anaiwan word for “stone”. This film explores the inseparable connection between geology, landscapes and culture on Anaiwan Country (Northern Tablelands, NSW). All places have parallel narratives—the scientific and spiritual, that govern our relationship with them. Woven together, these perspectives invite us to rethink the ways we understand the deep and recent past, present and future of the world around […]

Times Two - Inspired by a mutual admiration for great melodies past and present, and a love for creative music making, Times Two features the combined talents of nationally known jazz vocalist and pianist, Sharny Russell, and the eclectic guitar of Steve Thorneycroft. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Let's Kick Cancer Together! Game 1 will kick off at 1.00pm; Game 2 will kick off at 2.00pm. There will be a sausage sizzle, canteen and bar and face painting for the kiddos. At the end of game 2 there will be an auction, raffle, 100 club drawn and guessing competition announced to finish off the afternoon. If your keen to kick on there will be a retro night at the top pub in Guyra with a DJ! The theme […]

Depart Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street. Bring food (morning tea and lunch), water, binoculars, sunscreen and hat, and wear stout shoes. DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS - put clock BACK one hour. The scheduled visit may be changed or cancelled if conditions on the day are likely to affect the excursion. For more information and register to join group, phone Shirley on 0458 260 937 or email shrlycook@gmail.com.

A morning of music from the Armidale Youth Orchestra groups in the beautiful gardens of PLC Armidale. This event is held in memory of the wonderful Rosemary Leitch. Lunch is provided, including a glass of champagne upon arrival. Catering by Little Cocos.

Thrown in the Deep End - Rick Cuthel and Paul Longley are two very experienced and dynamic performers who play songs you know and songs you won't! With Rick on lead guitar and vocals and Paul on keys, vocals and a range of other instruments, these two will make it a fun and spontaneous evening! You won't be able to stay on your seat!!! Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

A monthly open-air market that offers fresh seasonal produce, meat, cheese, eggs, baked goods, coffee and other food products from growers and producers around the New England and Coffs Coast regions. Celebrate our community and the unique offerings of this wonderful region! BYO bags and re-useables.

Conserving Beauty: Technical Insights of Australian Impressionist Paintings – Michael Varcoe-Cocks (Australia - NGV, Melbourne) Technical art history is the examination of artworks using scientific equipment to reveal layers of information that offers unique insights into the artistic methods and materials found in each work. This evidence-based approach has yielded some of the most remarkable stories in Australian art. This lecture will discuss the examination and conservation of iconic works from the Australian Impressionist movement by Tom Roberts, Arthur Streeton […]

Future Shock, draws inspiration from the early jazz/funk greats of the 70s. With an impressive line-up of Sydney's most accomplished players - Simon Ashton (drums/vox), Peter Gray (bass), Felix Latanne (guitar), Karl Laskowski (sax), Gavin Ahearn (keys) and Olivia Ashton (guest vox) - their aim is to bring the funk with unique originals and inispiring improvisation to your favourite venue. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Prepare to be delighted as SYO and their regional guest musicians harness the energy of a week at camp! Join The Sydney Youth Orchestras’ Richard Gill Chamber Orchestra (RGCO), Western Sydney Youth Orchestra (WSYO), Peter Seymour Orchestra (PSO), Symphonic Wind Orchestra (SWO) and 80 regional guest musicians for an exciting showcase concert. Led by John Ockwell, Kate Morgan, Aija Draguns, Tyler Wilkinson, James Pensini; our musicians will be performing a range of classical bangers ranging Mozart, Sibelius and Tchaikovsky.  

Whiskey Business is here to play some good ol' fashioned country music to get those feet tapping and tears jerkin'. Featuring Liam Kelleher on banjo, Matt Debreceny on mandolin, Hugh Brown on the guitar, Wendy Griffiths on double bass and Gary Jenkins on drums. There'll be plenty of pickin' and a hollarin', so come ready for a great old time! Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey

Enjoy some live music, good vibes and limited edition Record Store Day exclusive releases. Make sure to BYO coffee to drink with the RSD morning tea treats Michelle will be baking for this once-a-year day!

Donation includes post-concert afternoon tea. Gloria RV 589 by Vivaldi and two Chorales by J S Bach (BWV1, No 1 and BWV186, No 6). Conductor: Robert van Gend; Chamber Ensemble (courtesy of Armidale Symphony Orchestra).

Full facilities available. Bistro Grill open for lunch from 12.00pm and dinner from 5.30pm. Join us for Armidale's biggest and best 2UP from 4.00-7.00pm.

Live music from 1.00-4.00pm and raffles from 4.00pm. Raffles are raising money for Soldier On.

First race at 1.16pm. Seven-race TAB race meeting, tote and local bookmakers, full bar and catering facilities.

To this day, the Great Strike of 1917 is still Australia's largest industrial upheaval. The story of the Strike has long been dormant in archives, and is now re-told with original film footage from the era. The story explores three elements to the strike – the reasons behind it, the murder of a striker and an early and compelling case of film censorship. This is a film to remind audiences today that the confluence of new technology, power and politics […]

Get your science facts with your science fiction! An action-thriller centred on the threat posed by a deadly disease and an international team of doctors contracted by the CDC to deal with the outbreak. Hear about the real-world science in 2011 hit film, Contagion, with a short talk and audience Q&A with UNE Professor of Nursing, Kim Usher.

Season ticket - $180, $120  - season ticket available at www.trybooking.com/CFKNV. All tickets may also be purchased at branches of Regional Australia Bank or by posting booking form and cheque to 21 North Street, Armidale 2350. Catgut and Quills - Gamba and Harpsichord - Jennifer Eriksson (Marais Project) and Anthony Abouhamad perform solo and duo sonatas by J S Bach and his contemporaries and a new work by Benjamin Thorn.    

All tickets may also be purchased at branches of Regional Australia Bank or by posting booking form and cheque to 21 North Street, Armidale 2350. 12.30pm - Uniting Church, 114 Rusden Street - $20, $15 - www.trybooking.com/CFKOJ - booking fee applies Double Suites - Cello and Percussion - Cellist, Rachel Scott (Bach in the Dark) plays Bach cello suite no. 1 and is joined by percussionist, Ben Sibson, playing a range of different drums in suite no. 3 to highlight […]

Warkon is part psychological, part bildungsroman, part crime mystery fiction, helped largely by the clever interweaving of storylines and the author's fine feel for language and tone that is quintessentially Australian. It manages to blend stark existential horror with unbearable beauty, told as if it were an incandescent fever dream, and achieves to create a deep, unforgettable impression

This is an Australian Cutting Horse Group event promoting Cutting and Snafflebit horses, offering competition events for the whole family to enjoy. Come and see riders of all ages compete in this traditional horse sport.

Enjoy the delights of Guyra's main street shops, eateries and tourist attractions, and wander through the beautiful Old Manse Garden. A history of this magnificent garden, as well as light refreshments, and a selection of pieces for sale by local makers, will all be available at the garden. Event brought to you by the Guyra & community Progress Association to raise funds for the improvement and beautification of Guyra.  

Celebrate Youth Week at the Markets in the Mall. On stage will be Archie Todd. Archie, a 17-year-old musician, guitarist, and singer/songwriter. He loves music and hopes it will be part of his life forever. He writes indie/folk music and is very excited to be performing for you.

All tickets may also be purchased at branches of Regional Australia Bank or by posting booking form and cheque to 21 North Street, Armidale 2350. 12.30pm - Uniting Church, 114 Rusden Street - $20, $15 - www.trybooking.com/CFKQJ - booking fee applies Heroic Marches and Recorders - Telemann's Heroic Marches in a new arrangement and music of Bach for recorder quartet. Joanne Arnott, Alana Blackburn, Benjamin thorn and friend. 2.30pm - Uniting Church, 114 Rusden Street - $30, $20 - www.trybooking.com/CFKQO […]