Armidale Events

Berthe Morisot: Impressionist Innovator - Joanne Rhymer (UK) With her innovative use of colour, fluid brushwork and attention to feeling moments of daily life, Berthe Morisot stands as a defining figure of French Impressionism. Joanne has worked for departments in London galleries and institutions including the Tate, the Hayward Gallery, Sotheby's Institute of Art and the National Portrait Gallery, as well as leading group excursions in the UK and abroad. She is currently a Panel Tutor at the University of […]

Dance lessons are for complete beginners. 6.00pm - Bachata Moderna and Bachata Sensual. 8.00pm - Rueda Casino Cuban Salsa. 9.00-11.00pm - Social dance. What is a social dance? At a fundamental level it is a community event where dancers of all levels meet to catch up, enjoy social dancing with a wider variety of dancers than in a class, and most importantly to have fun. It is a respectful space where positivity, encouragement, and smiles rule the night. See you on the […]

Morning (from 9.00am), afternoon (from 1.30pm) and evening (from 7.00pm):  Keyboard

Edward Cowie - composer, performer, visual artist, natural scientist, writer film-maker and broadcaster returns to share a new 'adventure in thinking and sensing'. Edward will show us that our prime senses of seeing and hearing are in fact deeply connected.

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

Big Chill starts Saturday… we’re kicking things off Friday. Electric Postman (Me from the Future) taking over Big Dog for a proper pre-party session. If you are heading to the festival — this is your warm-up. If you’re not — this is still your party.

The Big Chill Festival is back for its sixth year, bringing legendary vibes and unforgettable experiences. Featuring a unique lineup, including The Presets, The Jungle Giants, Meg Mac, Sneaky Sound System, Mia Wray, Pierce Brothers, Jess Ribeiro, Al Heeney Rhythm & Blues Band, No Cigar, Liquid Zoo and Electric Postman. The Big Chill is more than just music. It's a celebration of Armidale's vibrant local culture, showcasing award-winning craft beers, local distilleries, wineries, and gourmet food trucks. Attendees will enjoy world-renowned […]

Supporting the Armidale Women's Shelter. Providing aid to women, children and young people across the New England region. Join us for the most anticipated UNESMA event of the year! Dress to impress and be part of this special evening. What to expect: Dinner and drinks; amazing raffle prizes; student performances; DJ to close out the night. We can’t wait to see you there!

Due to the dry conditions and low water level at Dumaresq Dam, the Big Chilly Dip has been cancelled for 2026. Patrons are encouraged to register for The Sunday K - a free cold water swim at the outdoor Monckton Aquatic Pool on Sunday 17 May from 8.45am.  Register at https://www.thesundayk.com.au/about.html BYO swimmers, wetsuit, towel, hot water bottle, whatever you can find to keep warm alongside an upbeat, piping hot attitude. We will bring the bacon and egg rolls, hot […]

Morning (from 9.00am), afternoon (from 1.30pm), evening (from 6.30pm): Speech and Drama

Timetable:  Tuesday, 19 May, afternoon (from 1.00pm): ATC - Speech and Drama  

Timetable: Major items in red Morning (from 9.30pm), afternoon (from 1.00pm) evening (from 6.00pm): Choirs & Choir Night

Calories and conspiracies: Trust your gut! Sucked-in by big food and big wellness. Distinguished scientist exposes two massive cons. Award-wining biomedical scientist Associate Professor Gal Winter is set to smash “the politics of the plate” at this month’s Skeptics In the Pub. Dr Winter, a leader at UNE in her speciality of nutrition, will deliver a frank and fearless presentation. She will show how we are caught in a tug-of-war between two massive nutritional cons. She said: “On one side, decades of corporate lobbying […]

From 12.30pm; Choirs and Small Country Schools  

Hear the Sydney Symphony Orchestra perform in concert music for – and inspired by – dance. Conductor in Residence, Benjamin Northey, leads the Orchestra in this program featuring captivating works by Debussy, Stravinsky, Kodály and Sydney’s own Holly Harrison. Be moved by Stravinsky’s suite from The Firebird, an enchanting folk tale that bursts off the stage in a riot of colour and sound, and by Zoltán Kodály’s energetic Dances of Galánta, which draws from the folk music of Eastern Europe. Holly Harrison’s Hi-Vis […]

Mark your calendars and get ready for an action-packed weekend Friday, 22 May - 12.00pm: Novice Yard Trial; Feature Maiden Yard Trial; Novice Cattle Trial - depending on entries. Saturday, 23 May - 6.30am: continue Novice Yard and Feature Maiden Yard; continue Novice Cattle Dog Trials; Open Cattle to start at completion of Novice; Feature Maiden Cattle to follow completion of Open. Encourage Yard Dog Trial will commence approximately lunchtime. Open Championship Yard will follow the Feature Maiden and the […]

Two headliner high-profile comedians. Nick Cody brings a comedic style that’s equal parts laid-back and blunt. He dives into topics ranging from personal disasters to the oddities of modern life with the kind of confidence that can only come from years of comedy experience. Boasting a sizable fanbase of Cody devotees, Nick has sold out shows whilst racking up rave reviews, not only at the biggest comedy festivals Australia has to offer including Melbourne International Comedy Festival and Sydney Comedy Festival, […]

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