Armidale Events

Dumaresq Dam has the advantage of kids’ playground to allow all participants to enjoy the day. What to bring: • comfortable clothes; • any personal snacks or essentials; energy and enthusiasm! Let us make this picnic an unforgettable experience for everyone. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details. Look forward to seeing you at the picnic! RSVP - 4 December

OzFish is celebrating the unveiling of the new amenities, thanks to the investment from Armidale Regional Council. But that’s not all – we’re also on a mission to support our native bass population! Help give this year’s bass fingerlings a fighting chance by reeling in as many redfin as possible. Get involved and join us for a day of fishing, fun, and conservation. Please bring fishing gear, bait, a hat, sunscreen, enclosed footwear and water. Children must have adult supervision.

Come get chilly with us! Refresh and revitalise  before the second day of the Big chill Festival. Cold water plunge for mental health: short swim, mile swim and cold water plunge. Ticket includes beanie, bacon and egg roll. Participants must be aged16+.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your event start time. 6:00am - Bib collection starts; 6:30am - 50km event starts; 7:00am - 32km event starts; 7:30am - 16km event starts; 8:00am - 8km event starts; 10:00am - 3km event starts Due to limited parking at the Dumaresq Dam Recreation Area, please try to share your travel with family and/or friends. Let’s look after our environment. The event organisers will not be providing any disposable cups at any of the drink/aid stations. Please bring […]

Dumaresq Dam, Dumaresq Dam Road (follow Queen Elizabeth Drive/Boorolong Road west for about 5 km, turn right into Dumaresq Dam Road, then 5 km to picnic area). Course closes 2.00pm). Newcomers of any age and ability can join in at their own pace, individually or in small groups. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle, as well as something to eat. Maps, S1 sticks (for registering controls) and a limited number of compasses are available on the day. […]