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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?

Event Series Armidale Race Day

Armidale Race Day

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Full bar and catering available. Great fields for the seven-race program – country racing at its best. Bookmakers and TAB on course

Free
Event Series Spring Carnival Race Day

Autumn Carnival Race Day

Armidale Racecourse 12 Barney Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

Armidale Jockey Club's Autumn Racing Carnival continues with this seven-race TAB meeting. First race scheduled for 1.05pm, but this may change. Come and enjoy the competitive racing action in the club's comfortable facilities with friendly and welcoming service at the picturesque Armidale Racecourse. A variety of pre-purchased hospitality packages available which offer the full race day experience!

Free

“Back to Black” Fashion Display

Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The clothing and accessories from the White family collection and many other gowns from the National Trust collection, will be displayed throughout the ground floor, adding a layer of interest and richness to the usual house tour which you will find excellent. Back to Black includes objects on display that span more than 100 years, with well-known designers from both Australian and international design houses.  The display is collaboratively curated by the National Trust Senior Curator and fashion historian Dr […]

$12 – $42

Lachlan McKenzie Quintet @ the Playhouse

The Armidale Playhouse 309 Beardy Street (cnr Ohio Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Lachlan McKenzie is a musician who has gained recognition both nationally and internationally for his formidable abilities as a jazz trumpeter and composer. Born and bred in Brisbane but Sydney-based since 2021, Lachlan has had the opportunity to perform and record with various well-known artists over the years. In 2023, Lachlan toured his quartet to Osaka, Japan to perform at the 25th annual Takatsuki Jazz Street Festival and, over the last two years, Lachlan has also performed at leading jazz […]

$25.50 – $30.50
Event Series Tabletop Thursdays

Tabletop Thursdays @ Boobooks

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

Thursdays are tabletop night! Come along for drinks, snack-boards and a tabletop game - anything from Scrabble to DnD! A selection of boardgames will be available to choose from, and you are welcome to bring your own if you wish! Bring your friends and bring your enthusiasm! If games are not your style, treat yourself to a wine and some evening book-shopping!

“Back to Black” Fashion Display

Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The clothing and accessories from the White family collection and many other gowns from the National Trust collection, will be displayed throughout the ground floor, adding a layer of interest and richness to the usual house tour which you will find excellent. Back to Black includes objects on display that span more than 100 years, with well-known designers from both Australian and international design houses.  The display is collaboratively curated by the National Trust Senior Curator and fashion historian Dr […]

$12 – $42

Rick Cuthel @ the Bowlo

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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

Free

Easter Family Funday Sunday

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Hop in for a free Family Funday Sunday!Head down the rabbit hole with some egg-cellent family fun! With a free Easter egg hunt at 11.30am, free photos with the Easter Bunny and free Basket & Arts craft session with staff (12.00pm), you'll be bouncing with egg-citement! PLUS, the winners of our Easter Colouring-In Competition with be announced! WIN Venue Vouchers for each age category 3-5yrs, 6-9yrs and 10-12yrs. Competition runs from the 1 March to Easter Sunday. Don't forget, kids […]

Free

Tour de Rocks

Armidale Ex-services Memorial Club 137 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The route is similar to last year's Ride. But, we have taken your feedback on board and made a few changes. We hope these changes will make it more enjoyable for everyone. It is still a challenge, but we know everyone is up for the challenge. (The revised route is subject to approval from all the relevant Councils, NSW Police and Transport NSW). ​Day 1 - Armidale to Ebor (97 kms) GOOD NEWS - The grass paddock and hill after Morning Tea are […]

ANZAC Day @ Wollomombi

St John's Presbyterian Church 78 Wollomombi Village Road, WOLLOMOMBI, NSW, Australia

5.30am - ANZAC Dawn Service at St John's Church (78 Wollomombi Village Road, Wollomombi). 6.30am - Free Gunfire Breakfast at Wollomombi General Store. 10.00am - Annual Hillgrove versus Wollomombi cricket match at Hillgrove Oval with sausage sizzle lunch - ALL proceeds to Legacy. The Wollomombi Stores' annual two-up will commence after the finish of the cricket. Everyone is welcome.

ANZAC Day – Hillgrove

Hillgrove Recreation Ground 265 Wood Street, HILLGROVE, NSW, Australia

8.00am - ANZAC service at War Memorial (cnr Brackin and Wood Streets). 9.00am - Breakfast at the Recreation Picnic Area (50 Brackin Street) - $10 (sorry – CASH only). 10.00am - Annual Hillgrove versus Wollomombi cricket match at Hillgrove Oval with sausage sizzle lunch - ALL proceeds to Legacy. The Wollomombi Store will host the 2UP following the cricket match. Everyone welcome.

$10

ANZAC Day @ the Railway

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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

ANZAC Day Racing Carnival

Armidale Racecourse 12 Barney Street, Armidale, NSW, Australia

The Armidale Jockey Club concludes its Autumn Racing Carnival with traditional non-TAB ANZAC Day races sponsored by businesses of West Armidale. First race around 2.00pm. Full TAB coverage of other metropolitan races held throughout the country. This is always a fun and exciting day for the whole family. Lock in the date and book your tickets. A variety of pre-purchased hospitality packages are available which offer a full race day experience! Free entry for under 18 years.

$10

Two-up @ the Bowlo

Auditorium, Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia
Free
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.

Armidale & New England Cat Club Show

Gilbert White Memorial Hall Dutton Parade (inside showground & adjacent to Aquatic Centre), GUYRA, NSW, Australia

We are very excited as this is the 11th anniversary of the show. Three specialty rings, on Saturday for pedigree and companion cats, Ragdolls, British, and Russians.Great International and Interstate judges: Irene van Belzen and Nick Tricarico. All-day BBQ and awesome raffles. Vendors will be selling great cat items. Vote for your favourite cat/kitten and best decorated cage.  

Free

Daredevil Rally

Armidale Showground Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, Australia

Are you ready for the Rally!  - Australia’s only Human Cannonball - Wild FMX - Comedy Cars - Trophy Karts - Circus Thrill acts - and much more! Gates open 5.00pm

$30