Armidale Events

ARCO - First Light: Music illuminated by the sunrise A clarinet melody, rising like the sun from shimmering strings. Five of Australia’s most brilliant musicians. Works beloved and new from an age of discovery, emotion and light. ARCO’s First Light takes in a sweep of classical chamber music, including Schubert’s joyful String Quartet No.7 in D major D.74, Mozart’s Largetto from Clarinet Quintet in A major K.581, and the brilliant new ocean-inspired Wavelength by Nicole Murphy. At the pinnacle is Haydn’s ‘Sunrise’ […]

This fundraising event, is your chance to support UNE’s student athletes while putting your brand in front of more than 150 golfers, community members, UNE students, staff and alumni, and local businesses. It plays a vital role in helping UNE students travel to UniSport Nationals, this year to be held in Perth, Western Australia. By sponsoring the event, you are directly reducing barriers for students who face significant costs for flights, accommodation, uniforms and competition fees. Your contribution ensures these athletes […]

Chamber Philharmonia Cologne plays Vivaldi (Concerto for Violin, Strings and basso continuo Spring, Concerto B minor for Violoncello and String Orchestra RV 424), Mozart (Divertimento B-flt major KV 137 Salzburg Symphony) and Mendelssohn (Herr Gott Abrahams Aria from the oratorio Elijah, and Sarasate (Gypsy Airs for Violin and Orchestra op.20) presented by world class soloists Sergey Didorenko (violin), Jaime Roda Segrelles (baritone) and Dmitrij Gornowskij (cello). Classics from Germany.

MARCH 6 - 14 Susan Hill’s legendary ghost story The Woman in Black comes to the stage, offering audiences a thrilling night of suspense, atmosphere, and unforgettable theatre. One of the longest-running productions in London’s West End, this iconic play has terrified and captivated audiences for decades — and for good reason. When young solicitor Arthur Kipps is sent to settle an estate at a remote and desolate house, he finds a village shrouded in silence, fear, and unspoken tragedy. […]

A night of good food, fabulous live music and great company.

Canteen on grounds. Come along and watch some beautiful horses and riders compete in this official dressage event.

The Brilliance of Brunel: The man who built the modern world - Ian Swankie (UK) Isambard Kingdom Brunel changed the face of the British landscape with his ground-breaking projects. These included railways, bridges, tunnels, ships and grand buildings such as the magnificent Paddington Station. Brunel merged art with engineering and science and was both pioneer and a revolutionary. A Londoner with a contagious enthusiasm for art and architecture, Ian Swankie, is an official guide at Tate Modern, Tate Britain, Guildhall […]

Thursday, 12 March - St Kilda Hotel - Armidale Cup Calcutta  The Cup will feature quality country racing that will transform the local racecourse into a vibrant hub of regional connection and rural identity. What experiences will be on offer: VIP Marquee ticket (includes entry, sumptuous smorgasbord luncheon, drinks, and exclusive relaxing area; Reserved Lawn Gazebos to suit 10 people; pre-ordered food platters available; Oak Tree Retirement Villages' Fashions on the Field Competition; local band Terra Firma from 3.00pm, between […]

We have a heartfelt treat for you! Pack your picnic, grab your blanket, and get ready for a FREE family event. Enjoy live music, fun-filled activities, and delicious food vendors. When the sun sets, settle in with free popcorn and fall in love with Roz and Brightbill in the delightfully charming The Wild Robot (2024, PG).

The Urban Chiefs is a Psyche–Blues–Rock two-piece from Tamworth, NSW, who have been tearing up stages since 2009. Blake Saban (guitars and vox) runs an arsenal of custom guitars through multiple amps and a bass rig, building a sound so massive it shakes the floor. His gravel-soaked vocals cut through the chaos while Glendon Finlay’s tribal, hard-hitting drumcussion drives it all like a freight train.

Come along and see a spectacular array of gems, rocks, crystals, jewellery, crafts, beads and lapidary equipment and much more! All on sale at the show. You'll find a gift for that special someone in your life! Raffle tickets $1.00 each with great prizes. Kids activities include a treasure hunt, face-painting and fossicking for gems. BBQ breakfast and lunch, coffee, icecream and light refreshments available all weekend.

Good music, good company.

Making Home: A Short history of houses, interiors and gardens in NSW Museums of History NSW Collections on Tour series heads to Armidale with an expert-led presentation, Q&A session and a collection display. Booking essential.

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.

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 […]