Armidale Events

Medicine and Psychology awards only In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.

Health Awards only In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.

A not-to-be-missed recital featuring two of Australia’s most compelling musicians. Pianist Konstantin Shamray, acclaimed for his fearless virtuosity and commanding artistry, joins clarinettist David Griffiths, renowned for his superb musicianship and versatility. Their program features Brahms’ Sonata in F minor, Weber’s Grand Duo, and Novacek’s Four Rags. This concert marks the first stop of their regional tour, with Armidale launching an exciting musical journey.

Join the Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow as it journeys around Australia, delivering hot and tasty comic treats to audiences near and far. With a curated line-up of comedy legends and fresh faces from Australia and beyond, the Roadshow has all your comedy bases covered (no joke) – all in one side-splitting show! For almost three decades the Melbourne International Comedy Festival has been touring far and wide, bringing giggles, guffaws and good times to Australia – and now it’s […]

Dolly’s Dream was created to honour Dolly Everett who, at just 14 years of age, took her own life, after an extended period of bullying and cyberbullying. No child, young person, parent or carer should feel alone. Dolly’s Dream was born from tragedy, but it lives to create change, building a world where kindness is stronger than bullying. The money you donate now, will help address bullying by providing prevention programs and response strategies through support and education for young […]

Education Awards only In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.

Give mum what she truly wants for Mother’s Day! A whole hour to herself this Friday evening while you take the kids out to make a Mother’s Day card while you drink a beer while eating wings! Offer includes six (6) wings and a beer for the dads/guardians + free Mother’s Day card craft for the kiddos! Gather the dad’s and come on down. Not keen on the beers and wings but want in on the Mother’s Day card crafting? […]

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

Celebrate Mum this Mother’s Day with a special limited brunch menu. Enjoy a beautiful brunch experience, including a welcome glass of prosecco to toast Mum. Early bookings made before 2 May will also receive a complimentary cocktail for Mum to enjoy.  

Our annual Open Day is back. Come meet the crew, check out the trucks, and go behind the scenes at your local fire station. There will be live demonstrations, fire safety information worth knowing, and plenty to keep the whole family busy. It's a good day out. See you there.

Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Awards only In the event of wet weather, the ceremonies will be held in Lazenby Hall.

The community screening is being hosted by the CWA Guyra Evening Branch in the Guyra Central School Gymnasium. Just a Farmer, a national award-winning film, is helping to spark conversations that can save lives. The powerful film tells the story of a farming family navigating grief, silence and the ripple effects of suicide in rural Australia. Through authentic storytelling and raw emotional truth, it highlights resilience, connection, and the reality that behind every farmer is a family, and behind every […]

Join us this Mother's Day for a wide range of specials available all day. We have a line-up of Seafood Linguine, Beef Cheek Bourguignon and more! This year we will be offering a Platter option, please note this item is a pre order ONLY. Orders will need to be finalised by the 3 May with full payment made at time of booking. Menu Paddock to Pier Platter ($160) - 1/2kg Tiger prawns, NZ Mussels, 1/2 doz oysters, smoked salmon, fish […]

Bring mum along and celebrate Mother's Day at a fabulous venue with amazing food and a glass of sparling upon arrival. Menu Entrée - Roast chicken & mushroom arancini, cheddar fondue, Grana Padano; Butternut, carrot, ginger soup, toasted Rye, sour cream; Oysters Kilpatrick, large Pacific plate (3). Main - Pendell Hill pork leg roast, apple sauce, crackling; Riverine prime rib roast, caramalised onion, blueberry and bourbon relish; both served with roasted root vegetable medley, broccolini, sweet corn cobettes, pan gravy; […]

Treat mum to a beautiful high tea, plus a special Petersons' gift for every mum! No dietary variations available for this event.

The Cottage Restaurant and Bar proudly presents A Celebration of Mother's Day. Vegetarian/vegan options available on request. Please note: the blackboard specials are unavailable. Menu Bread (gluten-free available on request) - Hand-made Mediterranean bread roll with semi-dried tomato, Kalamata olives, feta cheese and basil pesto whipped butter. Entrée (all entrées served alternate drop per table) - Shredded New England lamb shoulder and rosemary croquettes served with a herbed yoghurt with a plum vinaigrette garnish salad; Responsibly sourced Australian sea scallops sprinkled […]

Quaint old country pub, good food and good company. Three-course menu with selection of options for each course. Booking essential. Menu Entrée: Prawn cocktail, mini tacos; Smoked salmon roulade with cream cheese and herbs; Lamb fillet salad with green beans and cherry tomato. Main: Beef fillet with celeriac purée and red wine jus; Roasted half duck braised red cabbage and mashed potato; Pork tenderloin mustard, bacon and roasted apples; Weiner schnitzel (veal) on mashed potato and garden salad; Pan-fried Atlantic salmon […]

Wind up the weekend and wind down with classical music, featuring Keith Power (piano piano); James Chen (violin); Caleb Murray (‘cello). Music by Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann, and the wonderful Piano Trio no2 of Franz Schubert, in the calm of the Hinton Collection. This is the second in a series of classical concerts being held in the Hinton Gallery and is set to be an afternoon of culture, classical music, and community.

Armidale’s Eisteddfod is an important cultural event in the New England calendar that continues a wonderful cultural tradition established in Wales over 900 years ago. Welsh Eisteddfods were festivals celebrating the performance of literature and music, and this concept holds true to this day. Down the centuries, Eisteddfods have evolved to reflect changing societies, but they remain an enduring part of Australia’s cultural heritage as important training grounds for emerging entertainers – our musicians, dancers and actors. Timetable:  Venues: ATC […]