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Armidale Events

Click to view the Summer 2024/25 events calendar! (PDF 1MB), 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.

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Picnic in Nature @ Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve

Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve Bagot Road (off Tubbamurra Road, off New England Highway), LLANGOTHLIN, NSW, Australia

Escape to the great outdoors and connect with nature at the annual Picnic in Nature event. Hosted by the Guyra Landcare Network in partnership with the Ben Lomond Landcare group, this fun-filled day is perfect for families, friends and nature lovers of all ages. Nature-based activities for kids. Walks around the Ramsar-listed wetlands. Come and experience the beauty of the Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve, meet new friends and lean more about the local environment and conservation efforts. Whether you are […]

Free

Armidale Birdwatchers

Little Llangothlin Nature Reserve Bagot Road (off Tubbamurra Road, off New England Highway), LLANGOTHLIN, NSW, Australia

TIME: 7.55am for 8.00am departure (depart Visitor Information Centre, 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. All comers welcome, but must understand that each individual is responsible for their own safety and welfare, including any COVID-19 restrictions that may apply.