No matter what time of year you visit, chances are there will be an event or festival in or around Armidale.
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2 September 2026 event - CANCELLED Come along for a relaxed night of laughter and sing-along. Can you sing? Doesn’t matter. Can you drink beer and shout lyrics with strangers? Perfect. Join us for Big Dog Big Sing at the brewery — where the vibes are high, the notes are optional, and everyone leaves feeling like Beyoncé (results may vary). Pizza available from 5.00pm.
Connect - Discover - Share - Grow. Celebrating the skills of people with disability. Stalls, performances, workshops and activities. Everyone welcome.
Hear respected solicitor Peta Taylor present: What is a day in Court? Disrupting Courtroom drama, finding actual justice. Just as Uber disrupted the taxi industry and as social media disrupted mainstream journalism, now a new “disrupter” has arrived. Throughout Australia, scores of highly qualified lawyers, including Armidale’s Peta Taylor, along with their fellow professionals in accounting and financial planning, form the Australian Association of Collaborative Professionals (AACP) whose goal is to disrupt the justice system in all areas of estate […]
Lee Miller's War: The photojournalism of a combat war photographer through Lee Miller's own words - Antony Penrose (UK) The lecture presents Lee Miller's war photojournalism across Europe. The story is told through extensive use of Lee Miller's own words, et to her own photographs. Antony, who is Lee's son, is the co-director of The Lee Miller Archives and The Penrose Collection at Farley Farm House in Sussex. The movie titled Lee starring Kate Winslet is based on his book The […]
In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
Settle in for an evening of live music at The Welder’s Dog Bar. Featuring talented local and touring musicians, this weekly event pairs great live entertainment with craft beer, good company, and a relaxed atmosphere in the heart of Armidale.
In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.
Be there for the ringing of the bell and the official opening of the 2026 Packsaddle Exhibition. Now in its 41st year, this much-loved fundraising exhibition showcases an outstanding collection of contemporary paintings, prints and sculptures by established and emerging Australian artists. Enjoy the excitement of opening night, be among the first to view and purchase original artworks and support both Australian artists and the future of the New England Regional Art Museum.
Characters from Russian Folklore come alive with surprising similarities to contemporary events. Adaptation and lyrics by Gordon Cope; Original music by Benjamin Thorn.
Kick back with a drink, grab some dinner, and enjoy a great night of live tunes in the bar. Happy Hour (4.00–7.00pm) with great drink specials to start your afternoon. Drinks, music and the perfect way to kick off your weekend.
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
Cold beer, great food, good times, great music.
Go behind closed doors and uncover the stories that shaped Armidale. Join a guided walking tour through the city's historic heart, revealing tales of crime and justice, ambition and hardship, colourful characters and remarkable pioneers. From the original lock-up and old courthouse to grand civic buildings, hotels and hidden corners, you'll discover the people and events that brought Armidale to life. The tour begins with a Welcome to Country and concludes at the Armidale Folk Museum. This Special walking tour […]
Cox Plate Day is one the best days racing in Australia each year and once again Armidale will hold a race meeting on this historic day. The day will feature six local races covered by Sky Channel and all betting platforms scheduled between the feature races from Flemington where the Cox Plate will be run. Being a Saturday afternoon it is a great opportunity to host a group of friends and/family under a club-supplied quick-shade marquee overlooking the home straight […]
Discover the remarkable women who helped shape Armidale. Join a guided walking tour through Armidale’s historic heart and uncover the hidden connections between some of the city’s most familiar buildings and the extraordinary women whose lives left a lasting mark on our community. In just a few short blocks, you’ll hear inspiring stories of trailblazers, leaders and changemakers who broke new ground and challenged expectations. Discover remarkable local women whose achievements span fields as diverse as medicine, the military, sport, […]
A complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival. An afternoon of fabulous food and featuring fashions from Mills & Browne and Lifestyle Outfitters. Funds raised will support Quota’s local community projects.
Raise a stein and celebrate Oktoberfest. Enjoy an afternoon and evening of Bavarian-inspired fun featuring live music, DJs, hearty bratwursts, fresh pretzels, and interactive bar games. Ticket includes a commemorative stein, a complimentary beer, and a pretzel, making this the perfect way to gather friends and embrace the festive spirit.
Fovndlings are back! With a genre best described as cowpunk their original songs weave together poetry, driving rhythms and stories of friendship, loss and life in the landscapes and towns of regional Australia. Think big guitars, strange stories, dusty roads and a distinctly New England sense of place. With a sound described as both haunting and mesmerising, Fovndlings bring something a little different to the stage; raw, lyrical and unmistakably Australian. They have played across the New England, Sydney and […]
