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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Are you ready for some Family Foodies action?! We are coming to town for ONE NIGHT ONLY with our huge Spring Festival! Featuring: Open-air circus; carnival rides (#UnlimitedRideWristbands https://bit.ly/armidalerides available); carnival games; Professor Bubbles; a huge lineup of food trucks; yummy dessert trucks/stalls; retail market stalls; The Deets! Leashed Pets Welcome
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
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 […]
$500 jackpot! 35k starting stack, early bird 10k 30 mins prior to start, late registration end of first break,18 players.
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
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.
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
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
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.
School groups - $100 (10 + teacher), $150 (15 + teacher). Hilarious new play by Sarah Quick (directed by Penny Dalgleish and produced by Margaret Sims). A wry discussion between four women about the rules, mostly unwritten, that apply to having relationships with men. YES - It's very funny, even God makes an 'appearance '.... Parental guidance recommended for children under 15.
Get your Christmas gifts for family and friends. Fabulous handmade, unique pieces from local artists.
With fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.
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
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.
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
Get your Christmas gifts for family and friends. Fabulous handmade, unique pieces from local artists.
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.
Come along for lunch in the garden - it's party time! Turkey, ham, pudding, the works as well as Christmas hampers and toys.
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.
Pantry items for the Uralla Food Bank gratefully accepted. BYO blanket, picnic and your voice. Local choirs and musicians and an appearance by Santa.
$500 jackpot! 35k starting stack, early bird 10k 30 mins prior to start, late registration end of first break,18 players.
In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. Tell Tale Hearts features Vince Redal (guitars/vocals), Steve Jackson (guitars/vocals), Mick Houlahan (bass/vocals) and Steve Harris (drums/assorted rhythmic shapes). With both original and new songs, Tell Tale Hearts renovates the power in pop, realigns the Alt in rock and rewires the blues in groove, to give listeners a night of wide-skied sound and deep-valleyed song. Music washes away the dust of everyday life - Art Blakey
In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
School groups - $100 (10 + teacher), $150 (15 + teacher). Hilarious new play by Sarah Quick (directed by Penny Dalgleish and produced by Margaret Sims). A wry discussion between four women about the rules, mostly unwritten, that apply to having relationships with men. YES - It's very funny, even God makes an 'appearance '.... Parental guidance recommended for children under 15.
Get your Christmas gifts for family and friends. Fabulous handmade, unique pieces from local artists.
With fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.
Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of Chess and coffee. Boards are also set up inside Boobooks. All welcome!
Become a child again and experience the Christmas spirit by visiting our display and Santa. Window viewing - from 10 December; Visit Santa - Price includes lolly bag - photograph with Santa may be taken with own camera - no videos) 11.00am-2.00pm (16 December); 11.00am-2.00pm (17 December); 2.00-4.00pm (18 December); time not confirmed (20-22 December); 11.00am-2.00pm (23 December)
Come and be merry with our FREE Christmas-themed Family Funday Sunday! This fun-filled day kicks off the silly season with a FREE photobooth, FREE playground, FREE face painting as well as FREE gifts and lollies for the kiddies! Plus, plenty of games and Christmassy activities, including a Candy Cane Toss Competition and visit from Santa Claus himself!
Get your Christmas gifts for family and friends. Fabulous handmade, unique pieces from local artists.
Borromini and Bernini: The Challenge for Perfection is the story of an architectural revolution carried out by a solitary genius who changed the appearance of Rome forever, by taking up a personal challenge against convention and prejudice, by having the humility to learn from the past in order to invent the future, and the courage to pursue an idea by paying the price to the full.
Borromini and Bernini: The Challenge for Perfection is the story of an architectural revolution carried out by a solitary genius who changed the appearance of Rome forever, by taking up a personal challenge against convention and prejudice, by having the humility to learn from the past in order to invent the future, and the courage to pursue an idea by paying the price to the full.
Candles and BBQ available for purchase. Santa will drop in around 8.00pm.
$500 jackpot! 35k starting stack, early bird 10k 30 mins prior to start, late registration end of first break,18 players.
Bistro opens 5.30pm, bar meals available until 8.30pm. Grab a team together and have some fun. Great prizes up for grabs.
Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. Tomless – Kate and Sam Frazier are a sibling duo who occasionally jam without their brother, Tom, who couldn’t make the night, leaving the duo tomless. Their sound is cool, relaxed and pared back. A mix of originals and covers, they play what they feel and feel what they play. Come along tonight and you’re sure to enjoy the fun vibes of tomless. Music washes away the dust of everyday […]
Food van (Ed’s Tucker Box) and the Herd Bar available for the hungry ones. Armidale Friday, 15 December – 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Gundogs, General Specials); 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Non-sporting); Toys; Working Dogs; Terriers; Hounds; Utility. Saturday, 16 December – Hounds; Toys; Terriers, General Specials; Gundogs; 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Utility); Workings Dogs; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Non-sporting). Sunday, 17 December – Terriers; Hounds; Gundogs; Utility; Non-sporting, General Specials; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Toys); 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Working Dogs). Uralla Friday PM, 15 December […]
All you can eat buffet - 25 varieties and includes one Sri Lankan beer or wine. Garden dining with candlelight vibes. Live music by Ishara. Booking essential.
Bring the family and a picnic blanket to enjoy a free Christmas event and movie for the community. There will be plenty of family-friendly activities, while Armidale local, Fergus Lupton, provides live music. There will be market stalls, food trucks, and so much more. From 8.00pm, the movie Home Alone, starring Macaulay Culkin, will screen.
Food van (Ed’s Tucker Box) and the Herd Bar available for the hungry ones. Armidale Friday, 15 December – 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Gundogs, General Specials); 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Non-sporting); Toys; Working Dogs; Terriers; Hounds; Utility. Saturday, 16 December – Hounds; Toys; Terriers, General Specials; Gundogs; 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Utility); Workings Dogs; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Non-sporting). Sunday, 17 December – Terriers; Hounds; Gundogs; Utility; Non-sporting, General Specials; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Toys); 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Working Dogs). Uralla Friday PM, 15 December […]
Come and support your local community: the pre-Christmas markets will have Christmas gift specials; stalls from local country folks; cake stall, local produce; sausage sizzle, church café; face painting, music and more.
Food van (Ed’s Tucker Box) and the Herd Bar available for the hungry ones. Armidale Friday, 15 December – 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Gundogs, General Specials); 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Non-sporting); Toys; Working Dogs; Terriers; Hounds; Utility. Saturday, 16 December – Hounds; Toys; Terriers, General Specials; Gundogs; 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Utility); Workings Dogs; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Non-sporting). Sunday, 17 December – Terriers; Hounds; Gundogs; Utility; Non-sporting, General Specials; 6-12 mths Sweepstakes (Toys); 3-6 mths Sweepstakes (Working Dogs). Uralla Friday PM, 15 December […]
More than 50 different stalls and live music from local band, Four Book Trilogy. 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.
Come one, come all to the Railway Ho-Ho-Hotel for our first ever Santa Fest, to help raise some much-needed funds for the Salvation Army Christmas Appeal. Be there with bells on as you rock your best Santa or Mrs Claus attire in a fully decked-out beer garden. There will be a live DJ from midday, photobooth and plenty of cheer!
DRAW 18 December (10.00am) - Round 3 - Central Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Sportsground. 58 Dumaresq Street (cnr Douglas Street)); Lake Mac Attack versus HV Thoroughbreds (Bellevue Oval, right off Handel Street (University of New England)); Far North Coast versus Northern Inland Bolters (Rologas Fields, cnr Dumaresq and Taylor Streets); Mid North Coast versus North Coast (Harris Park) 19 December (10.00am) - Round 4 - Far North Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Rologas Fields); Mid North Coast versus Central Coast (Bellevue […]
DRAW 18 December (10.00am) - Round 3 - Central Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Sportsground. 58 Dumaresq Street (cnr Douglas Street)); Lake Mac Attack versus HV Thoroughbreds (Bellevue Oval, right off Handel Street (University of New England)); Far North Coast versus Northern Inland Bolters (Rologas Fields, cnr Dumaresq and Taylor Streets); Mid North Coast versus North Coast (Harris Park) 19 December (10.00am) - Round 4 - Far North Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Rologas Fields); Mid North Coast versus Central Coast (Bellevue […]
DRAW 18 December (10.00am) - Round 3 - Central Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Sportsground. 58 Dumaresq Street (cnr Douglas Street)); Lake Mac Attack versus HV Thoroughbreds (Bellevue Oval, right off Handel Street (University of New England)); Far North Coast versus Northern Inland Bolters (Rologas Fields, cnr Dumaresq and Taylor Streets); Mid North Coast versus North Coast (Harris Park) 19 December (10.00am) - Round 4 - Far North Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Rologas Fields); Mid North Coast versus Central Coast (Bellevue […]
$500 jackpot! 35k starting stack, early bird 10k 30 mins prior to start, late registration end of first break,18 players.
DRAW 18 December (10.00am) - Round 3 - Central Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Sportsground. 58 Dumaresq Street (cnr Douglas Street)); Lake Mac Attack versus HV Thoroughbreds (Bellevue Oval, right off Handel Street (University of New England)); Far North Coast versus Northern Inland Bolters (Rologas Fields, cnr Dumaresq and Taylor Streets); Mid North Coast versus North Coast (Harris Park) 19 December (10.00am) - Round 4 - Far North Coast versus Newcastle Blasters (Rologas Fields); Mid North Coast versus Central Coast (Bellevue […]
Bistro opens 5.30pm, bar meals available until 8.30pm. Grab a team together and have some fun. Great prizes up for grabs.
Come and enjoy jazz at one of Armidale's grooviest venues. Divas of the Night – Three of the region’s finest divas come together to present their favourite songs. The night features the fabulous and flirtatious Carol Elder, Katy Haselwood and Sharny Russell on vocals, accompanied by the incomparable Warwick Dunham on keyboards, Steve Thorneycroft on guitar and Cary Bennett on drums. This will be a night of great music and surprises, with a few friends sitting in as well. There […]
Don't miss out on the ultimate Summer Dance Party that promises a fantastic time for the whole family. Come ready to dance, laugh, and make the most of this memorable summer celebration. Dance to the hottest beats spun by our talented DJ and live music performances. From the latest hits to classic tunes, there's something for every generation to groove to. Showcase your best moves in the dance contests. Keep your energy up with delicious raw treats from Seahorse Medicine […]
FREE activities + movie screening, as well as a jumping castle, inflatable baseball and Santa photos, PLUS our MEGA Christmas cash draw prize of $3,000 to be won! Live music by The James Brothers following the raffles.
School groups - $100 (10 + teacher), $150 (15 + teacher). Hilarious new play by Sarah Quick (directed by Penny Dalgleish and produced by Margaret Sims). A wry discussion between four women about the rules, mostly unwritten, that apply to having relationships with men. YES - It's very funny, even God makes an 'appearance '.... Parental guidance recommended for children under 15.
With fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.
Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of Chess and coffee. Boards are also set up inside Boobooks. All welcome!
Christmas lunch with carols and craft for the children. RSVP essential.
$500 jackpot! 35k starting stack, early bird 10k 30 mins prior to start, late registration end of first break,18 players.
Win 1st Place - $100 cash; 2nd Place - $50 pub voucher, trivia jackpot, hotseat and more.
Bistro opens 5.30pm, bar meals available until 8.30pm. Grab a team together and have some fun. Great prizes up for grabs.
Don't miss out on the ultimate Summer Dance Party that promises a fantastic time for the whole family. Come ready to dance, laugh, and make the most of this memorable summer celebration. Dance to the hottest beats spun by our talented DJ and live music performances. From the latest hits to classic tunes, there's something for every generation to groove to. Showcase your best moves in the dance contests. Keep your energy up with delicious raw treats from Seahorse Medicine […]
School groups - $100 (10 + teacher), $150 (15 + teacher). Hilarious new play by Sarah Quick (directed by Penny Dalgleish and produced by Margaret Sims). A wry discussion between four women about the rules, mostly unwritten, that apply to having relationships with men. YES - It's very funny, even God makes an 'appearance '.... Parental guidance recommended for children under 15.
With fresh local produce and craft for sale, the market also features live music and poetry performances throughout the morning.
Come and enjoy a relaxed morning of Chess and coffee. Boards are also set up inside Boobooks. All welcome!
Get ready to embrace the arrival of 2024 with an evening of music, dance, and joyous festivities at the New Year's Eve Burning Dance Party. Event features burning effigy bonfire, BBQ cookout, dance, raffle prizes, BYO food to cook on BBQ, NO glass permitted, BYO lawn chairs/picnic blanket.
Free family fun night, local band – Rough Justice, Food vendors, jumping castles, children’s entertainment. Bring a picnic rug or chair. This initiative is proudly funded by the NSW Government, in association with the Guyra and Community Progress Association and Armidale Regional Council.
