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Click to view the Autumn 2025 events calendar (PDF 1.4MB), or view the list below.

No matter what time of year you visit, chances are there will be an event or festival in or around Armidale.

Events not to be missed include the Autumn Festival, Big Chill Festival, The Bach Festival, The New England Garden Festival, Armidale International Film Festival and Guyra Lamb and Potato Festival. Other great annual events include New England Sings, The Armidale Cup, Guyra Trout Festival, Armidale Youth Orchestra Garden Party, Vintage Truck, Machinery and Heavy Horse Show and the NEGS Equestrian events. The calendar is full with premier sport events including the TAS Rugby Carnivals, Tour de Rocks and the 12hr Mountain Bike Enduro.

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Event Series Exhibition @ “How Did We Manage Without Our Gadgets?”

Exhibition @ Historical Society

Armidale and District Historical Society Dumaresq Chambers, 114 Faulkner Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

How Did We Manage Without Our Gadgets? This exhibition will give you an appreciation of the conveniences we now have to make housework easier! It will also give an appreciation of how hard our great grand mothers worked coping with the 'copper' in the wash house to boil sheets and towels or the fuel stove in the kitchen to produce meals several times a day in an overheated kitchen! Bring the kids to experience another era!! We wish everyone a […]

Free

Armidale Eisteddfod 2025

New England Conservatorium of Music Armidale Teachers' College, Cnr Mossman and Faulkner Streets, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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.

$3 – $80
Event Series “Back to Black” Fashion Display

“Back to Black” Fashion Display

Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The clothing and accessories from the White family collection and many other gowns from the National Trust collection, will be displayed throughout the ground floor, adding a layer of interest and richness to the usual house tour which you will find excellent. Back to Black includes objects on display that span more than 100 years, with well-known designers from both Australian and international design houses.  The display is collaboratively curated by the National Trust Senior Curator and fashion historian Dr […]

$12 – $42
Event Series Tabletop Thursdays

Tabletop Thursdays @ Boobooks

Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Thursdays are tabletop night! Come along for drinks, snack-boards and a tabletop game - anything from Scrabble to DnD! A selection of boardgames will be available to choose from, and you are welcome to bring your own if you wish! Bring your friends and bring your enthusiasm! If games are not your style, treat yourself to a wine and some evening book-shopping!

Event Series Women’s State of Origin @ Railway Hotel

Women’s State of Origin @ Railway Hotel

Railway Hotel 222 Rusden Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Don't miss out on the excitement - gather your mates for a night of live NRL, great specials and awesome prizes. Experience every tackle, try and triumph on the big screen, ensuring that no moment of action is missed. Cheer for your team with $6.50 XXXX Gold schooners for Maroons and $6.50 Tooheys New schooners for Blues supporters. Take part in a thrilling half-time footy toss competition for a chance to win a $50 venue voucher. It is your shot […]

Free
Event Series “Back to Black” Fashion Display

“Back to Black” Fashion Display

Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

The clothing and accessories from the White family collection and many other gowns from the National Trust collection, will be displayed throughout the ground floor, adding a layer of interest and richness to the usual house tour which you will find excellent. Back to Black includes objects on display that span more than 100 years, with well-known designers from both Australian and international design houses.  The display is collaboratively curated by the National Trust Senior Curator and fashion historian Dr […]

$12 – $42
Event Series Live Music Fridays @ Boobooks

Live Music Friday @ Boobooks

Boobooks Books and Coffee Shop 176 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Boobooks takes pride in live music Friday! So do our customers. Every Friday there will be a local band or solo artist, or the mic will be open to customers for a monthly Bookstore karaoke. Check out the website and socials for the latest information on what's playing. See you on Friday!

Free

Jodie Crosby @ the Bowlo

Armidale City Bowling Club 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

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

Rotary Book Fair

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Attention All Book Lovers! It is that time again!  A  highlight of the annual community calendar that is not to be missed. A huge selection of fiction, for adults, young adults and children, plus non-fiction including cooking, gardening, Australian and world history, military history, true crime etc. Sixty thousand books for sale over eight days with a high proportion at only $3 and children's books at $1. There will be a special books section with a wide range of books […]

Free

Little Chillers

Armidale Showground Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, Australia

That's right, the Big Chill is an all-ages event. Little Chillers is a zone for the little ones that’s big on fun, keeping hands busy and hearts full with face painting, arts and crafts, interactive experiences, giant games, circus acts and their very own live entertainment. (Parents rejoice!). Keep your eyes peeled for the full Little Chillers program to be announced.

Big Chill Festival

Armidale Showground Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, Australia

The Big Chill is back and bigger than ever. Get ready for big vibes and good times in 2025. The stages showcase a kaleidoscope of musical genres. From indie, country and folk to electronic sounds, there will be something for everyone. Beyond the beats, the festival grounds come alive. Indulge in gourmet delights from local and regional cuisines, award-winning craft beer or explore local distilleries and wineries. The event is open to all ages. Entertain the entire family with a […]

$16.35 – $105.10

Armidale Dance Group

Hall, Masonic Retirement Village 100 Cooke's Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Please bring a plate of goodies to share. Tea and coffee will be provided - please supply your own cup. Just a reminder that Masonic Hall is an Aged Care Facility, so if feeling unwell, please do not attend. Dance Programme Gypsy Tap, Bambi Blues, Festival Jive; 2. Vanity Waltz, Jacqueline Cha Cha, Charmaine Schottische; 3. Georgella Blues, Oxford Waltz, Tango 44; 4. Barclay Blues, Rosalie Rumba, Petite Waltz; 5. Sindy Swing, Edinburgh Saunter, Anna Lisa Waltz; 6. Swing Waltz, […]

Free

Big Chilly Dip @ Dumaresq Dam

Dumaresq Dam Reserve Dumaresq Dam Road (right off Boorolong Road), ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Come get chilly with us! Feel like getting fresh? Then the Big Chilly Dip at dreamy Dumaresq Dam is for you! Choose an adventure: Cold Water Plunge, Short Swim (50m), Across the Dam (400m) or for the brave hearted the Pro Swimmer Chilly Mile (1600m). Bring your own swimming trunks, wetsuit, towel, hot water bottle, whatever to keep warm alongside an upbeat, piping hot attitude. Beanies, bacon and egg rolls, and cheers of support from the sidelines will be provided. […]

$20.40

Rotary Book Fair

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Attention All Book Lovers! It is that time again!  A  highlight of the annual community calendar that is not to be missed. A huge selection of fiction, for adults, young adults and children, plus non-fiction including cooking, gardening, Australian and world history, military history, true crime etc. Sixty thousand books for sale over eight days with a high proportion at only $3 and children's books at $1. There will be a special books section with a wide range of books […]

Free
Event Series “Back to Black” Fashion Display

“Back to Black” Fashion Display

Saumarez Homestead 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Tours on Sunday: 10.30am-12.00pm, 12.30-2.00pm and 2.30-4.00pm The clothing and accessories from the White family collection and many other gowns from the National Trust collection, will be displayed throughout the ground floor, adding a layer of interest and richness to the usual house tour which you will find excellent. Back to Black includes objects on display that span more than 100 years, with well-known designers from both Australian and international design houses.  The display is collaboratively curated by the National […]

$12 – $42

Rotary Book Fair

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Attention All Book Lovers! It is that time again!  A  highlight of the annual community calendar that is not to be missed. A huge selection of fiction, for adults, young adults and children, plus non-fiction including cooking, gardening, Australian and world history, military history, true crime etc. Sixty thousand books for sale over eight days with a high proportion at only $3 and children's books at $1. There will be a special books section with a wide range of books […]

Free

Rotary Book Fair

Armidale Jockey Club Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, Australia

Attention All Book Lovers! It is that time again!  A  highlight of the annual community calendar that is not to be missed. A huge selection of fiction, for adults, young adults and children, plus non-fiction including cooking, gardening, Australian and world history, military history, true crime etc. Sixty thousand books for sale over eight days with a high proportion at only $3 and children's books at $1. There will be a special books section with a wide range of books […]

Free
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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay our respects to elders past, present and emerging.
The Armidale Regional Community pays tribute to their love of land, love of people, and love of culture.

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