Armidale Events

Seeing the world is easier than you think with the right support. Tour operators will also be available for one-on-one chats throughout. So some along and meet the professionals who make travelling exceptional. Seating at the presentations will be limited so RSVP for your spot. Presentation Times - 2.30pm - PONANT; 3.00pm - Journey Beyond; 4.00pm - Bench Africa; 4.30pm - Globus and Avalon Waterways; 5.00pm - Collette; 5.30pm - Chimu Adventures. Lucky door prize: $1,000 travel voucher with Travel 195.

Join us for an evening of crafting, connecting, and creative chaos. We're providing everything - papers, ephemera, stickers, supplies, and all the treasures you need. Just bring yourself and your besties! Food and drinks will be available for purchase on the night. Whether you are a seasoned paper hoarder or just getting started, all skill levels welcome. This is about the joy of creating together. What to bring: Yourself + your besties; What we provide: All the supplies! Let's prove that […]

BANJO will sweep you into the ache and awe of pre-Federation Australia. Through his hardships in 1880s rural Australia, his time as a writer and lawyer in the dusty, dirty streets of Sydney, and his bitter return to the country, BANJO follows Paterson’s dreams of a wilder Australia. The masterful weaving of Paterson’s verse, Coldplay’s music, and contemporary dance creates a raw and honest journey of love, connection, and sacrifice. BANJO invites you to be transported back to a breathtaking […]

Enjoy a pizza while you listen to the smooth grooves of James and Jemima.

Unleash your creativity, no art skills needed! In one fun, hands-on workshop, you will learn resin techniques and create your own serving board to gift (or keep ). There are two workshop options, so you can choose the resin style that suits the look you want for your board: Resin POUR Class ($125pp) - Our most popular beginner option, learn foundational resin techniques in a relaxed, guided session. Resin CAST Class ($185pp) - Designed for a deeper “river-style” look and includes a […]

Hosted by the New England Quarter Horse Association - a three-day action-packed Versatility Ranch program including Ranch Cutting & Ranch Boxing. With $4000 prize money on offer, and High Point award buckles, it is going to be a great show. Program Friday, 20 March: Ranch Cutting, Ranch Boxing, Ranch Prospect Lunge Line, Ranch Prospect Trail, Ranch Prospect Conformation. Saturday, 21 March: Ranch Trail (continued), Ranch Pleasure. Sunday, 22 March: Ranch on the Rail,quarter Ranch Reining, Ranch Conformation.

MotoCyc is a three-day charity ride that brings motorcyclists together to share their love of riding and raise money for Camp Quality to bring fun, positivity and laughter to kids facing cancer. Over the past nine years, MotoCyc has raised over $1 million to make life brighter for thousands of kids facing cancer. Join us on our 10th anniversary ride and help us pass the $1.3 million mark! More than 100 riders will take part in this special event. They’ll […]

Yeehaw energy. Zero dignity required. Boots on. Hats questionable. Denim encouraged but not enforced. If you have ever said "I could totally be a cowboy if I wanted to", this is your night to prove absolutely nothing. Nate Marks live. Drink specials.

Viewing from 6.30pm for official opening at 7.30pm. Guests will enjoy complimentary drink and delicious food prepared by Uralla Central School hospitality students, and live music from acclaimed guitarist Ian Willington. This year's Guest Artist is award-winning painter, Amelia Wilmer of Armidale. Amelia, a Griffith University Queensland College of Art graduate, has received numerous accolades, including the University Award for Academic Excellence and a shortlist in the national Gallipoli Art Prize. Amelia has prepared a fun presentation for school student […]

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

SOLD OUT Rory's race to end Duchenne! Come join us in a very special trivia and auction night to raise awareness and funds for Rory and Save our Sons Duchenne Foundation. Trivia - 6.00pm; Auction 7.30pm; DJ Spice - 9.00pm.

The Armidale Autumn Festival returns for a vibrant, community‑wide celebration of colour, creativity and local culture. From dawn to dusk, Civic Park and the Armidale CBD will come alive with immersive experiences, entertainment, heritage demonstrations and family activities. Start your day with a sunrise spectacle: from 5.30am, Patricia Piccinini’s Skywhales rise over the CBD as part of their national tour. Then keep the momentum rolling: 7.00am — Breakfast with the Band; Morning — Campus to City Canter from UNE to […]

Join us for a beloved tradition at the Autumn Festival - Breakfast with the Armidale City Band! Start your day early with delicious food and fantastic music. Raffle tickets $2 each. Menu: Pancakes with maple syrup or blueberry sauce; Bacon and eggs; tea, coffee or orange juice. In the event of inclement weather, breakfast will be in the Band Room on Dumaresq Street, opposite Civic Park).

One night only! He’s naughty, he’s nice, he’s hypnotist Mark Anthony and he’s back after his last sell out show! Don’t miss out on this show! If you’ve seen him before, see him again, if you haven’t seen him before, see him, all shows are different, due to different volunteers who have different personalities! This will be a night that you won’t forget, with no filth, no stripping, just a night of good, clean, adult fun. Real volunteers really hypnotised…you will be amazed […]

Celebrating all things fibre: "sit and do" area - spinning, knitting, crochet, weaving; fleece and fibre retailers; exhibition space to display your fibre arts; enthusiast led discussions; knitalong; no cost to participate.

Patricia Piccinini - Every Heart Sings Join Skywhales Across Australia artist, Patricia Piccinini for a reading of her new book Every Heart Sings. Every Heart Sings follows the journey of the skywhale family and talks about nature, family, evolution, care and wonder. Published by the National Gallery of Australia, it is Patricia Piccinini’s first children’s book. The reading is most suited to children aged 4-7 years and their families.

We present to you the next in our Collaboration Series where we highlight phenomenal local people and business through workshops, talks and gatherings! For this one we are welcoming Kattie from New England Cake Co. to lead us in a delightful evening of cake decorating in an embroidery style theme. This is an evening for the romantics, the creatives, and the lovers of all things sugar and cocktails. A hands-on cake decorating experience where indulgence meets artistry. You will be guided through […]

Showcasing Armidale's young rising stars! Launched by NECOM in 2022 in honour of its first string teacher, the late Marian Barford, this award supports senior students with the significant costs of furthering their musical development, with many recipients going on to study music at university.

Please bring a plate of goodies to share for supper. Tea and coffee will be provided - please bring your own cup. $1 raffles. Please note that our dances for next year will be held on 10 and 24 January, then back to normal. Just a reminder that Masonic Hall is an Aged Care Facility, so if feeling unwell, please do not attend. Please note some date changes for our dances in April and May. They are 11 April only […]