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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When the street stage wraps up, the party is only just beginning! Local legend DJ Electric Postman – who tore up the stage at Big Chill – will be bringing his high-energy set to the Welder’s Dog Brewery. Expect infectious beats, a packed dance floor, and the perfect way to keep the festival vibes alive late into the night.
Featuring fashions from Mills and Browne and New England Hatters/Lifestyle Outfitters. A complimentary glass of bubbles included on arrival. Funds raised will go towards annual Community Spirit awards for local secondary students.
POSTPONED Easy. The event is suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The guided walks vary in length and difficulty. Join us at Mooraback Cabin. Enjoy Ranger-guided walks, speeches, celebratory cake, and a delicious lunch. Please RSVP to the local Walcha office to help plan for catering and the guided walks. Weekend schedule Saturday 5.00pm - Bird briefing followed by nocturnal guided walk at sunset. Knowledgeable guides will reveal the park’s birdlife as the sun sets, offering […]
October is mental health month. Join us as we gather a panel of mental health professionals to chat about all things self-care, therapeutic modalities and the importance of community connection in our mental wellbeing. Half an hour of guided conversation amongst the panel, followed by half an hour of community conversation. Gather some friends and book a table for the evening. NOTE: There will be a therapeutic dog in attendance for this evening.
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.
5:45am - Registration and T-Shirt Collection at the Armidale Visitors Information Centre. 7:00am - 19km and 6.5km event starts, after Welcome to Country. * All walkers should have completed the course by 2:30pm. Buses will depart at 6:00am, 6:15am, 6:30am and last bus 6:45am. There is NO parking at the event site. The bus is the only form of transport. This is to lessen the impact on the roads and to protect the paddocks. Buses will be ready to return […]
The Australian Garden History Society Northern NSW Branch is hosting Professor Tim Entwisle to present on his life in botanic gardens and his new book. Tim's talk is expected to be fascinating to those who are interested in the importance of gardens in our history and futures.
Fifteen years in the plotting, these virtuosic musicians, known for their gleeful boundary pushing and exploration with traditional musics are finally working on new music together. Promoting an album recorded live takes in Sweden in 2024, this is edge of the seat traditional and traditional-inspired melodies pushed by the freedom to listen and improvise from three masters of their craft. Luke Plumb is a world-respected mandolinist based back in Tasmania after almost two decades spent performing, recording, teaching and gathering […]
THIS EVENT IS BYO FOOD AND DRINK FOR +18 YRS We are excited to present this Revue for you as a tribute and an Acknowledgement to Pam Menzies for her many years of service to our Armidale community. This production is the culmination of extensive time and effort given so freely and generously by our amazing production crew and cast. A Revue of songs from the decades, melded with an entertaining script loosely based on Back to the Future.
Paquebo is a musician from NSW whose music is very French.
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Thunderbolts Festival is a captivating annual event first staged in 1998, and having undergone many changes over time, unites the community in a spirited celebration honouring the legacy of the legendary bushranger Captain Thunderbolt. Held on Saturday of the last full weekend in October, the festival kicks off with the Bush Poets Breakfast at the Bowlo 7:30am for 8am start, the street parade is at 10:30am and activities in Alma Park 11am-3pm. Hemlock’s ‘Man-Trap’ Show and Helly Hoops roving circus […]
This much-loved annual event is bringing back all your favourite 'garage sale' items: antiques, furniture, outdoor equipment, kitchenware, electrical equipment, books, toys and games, craft and MUCH MORE! Grab a sausage sizzle at the BBQ, a freshly brewed coffee from the coffee cart, or a tasty treat from the cake stall.
Peony Patch News - Yes, we survived the snow storm and are on track for this season. Peonies will be for sale - sorry, CASH only. Mark the date in your diaries now!!!!
Bring the whole family for a night of dancing, supper and fun! Live music by The Big Hairy Bush Dance Band. Sausage sizzle, burgers and drinks for sale. Prizes awarded on the night.
18+ Event Get ready to rewind the clock and relive the golden days of iconic pop, guilty pleasure hits, and unforgettable fashion at The Noughty Nineties Party: Live Music & DJ Extravaganza! We're throwing it back to the best of the ‘90s and 2000s—think Blink 182, Shania Twain, Beyoncé, Backstreet Boys, The Killers, Kings of Leon, Vengaboys, Usher and all those tunes you still know every word to. Live music + DJ sets - Dance-offs and party anthems - Neon […]
FREE 🙂 As part of the Creative Streets Festival, come along to the Black Gully Stage at the PCYC Market on Sunday OCTOBER 26th from 9:00am to 12.30pm and get a taste of what’s coming at the Black Gully Festival on November 8th! Art - Music - Community- Environment On the Stage: 9-9.45am Khaleel Jundi, 10-10.45 Dallas Muirhead, 11-11.15 New England Pipers, 11.30-12.15 OhMaSoul Brought to you by the Musicians of Armidale Plus! Activities for kids of all ages with Sustainable […]
NECOM’s Homestead Series offers a rare chance to immerse yourself in a magical combination of fine chamber music and local history. As these homesteads are not open to the public, the series offers an exclusive glimpse into the architectural history of the area. Seating is limited so get in early to secure your tickets.
This Trail, organized by the New England Garden Festival, will travel across the beautiful New England region in six days, opening approximately 18 cold-climate gardens. Each town will open three gardens. Visitors are encouraged to stay in each town the night before to make most use of the gardens' opening hours. When the gardens close, visitors are encouraged to visit the locally recommended hot spots from each town before moving on to the next town. Specific details will be published […]
This Trail, organized by the New England Garden Festival, will travel across the beautiful New England region in six days, opening approximately 18 cold-climate gardens. Each town will open three gardens. Visitors are encouraged to stay in each town the night before to make most use of the gardens' opening hours. When the gardens close, visitors are encouraged to visit the locally recommended hot spots from each town before moving on to the next town. Specific details will be published […]
