Armidale Events

Supported by Emily Lubitz. Emily (5.30-6.15pm) and Ash (6.45- 8.15pm). A career spanning 12 studio albums, six Australian Top-50 albums, five ARIA and four AIR Award Nominations, two APRA Awards, and gong for Best International Act at the LA Music Critic Awards in 2014, Grunwald has cemented his status as one of Australia’s most exciting and entertaining live musicians. Known for a number of hit collaborations with the who’s who of Australian music throughout his career (Josh Teskey, Kasey Chambers, Scott & […]

One night only - Lehmo and Lloyd Langford Lehmo is one of Australia’s most experienced and well-travelled comedians. Lehmo’s live work has seen him headline at comedy clubs for well over 15 years and work all corners of the globe – USA, UK, Ireland, South Africa, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Thailand. Lehmo can be heard on ABC Radio’s Grandstand on weekends, and on the Triple M network across the week He also stars in the Logie-winning and critically acclaimed […]

The Many Faces of Margaret Olley: Artist, Sitter and Patron - Anne Harbens (Australia) Margaret Olley was the subject of William Dobell's Archibald winning portrait in 1948 and again in 2011 for Ben Quilty. The studio from her Paddington home is now re-created at the Tweed Regional Gallery in Murwillumbah. Anne Arbens' early career was in biotechnology and business. She is now pursuing a PhD through a Dutch university. Anne has lectured in Australia, the S, in the UK and […]

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 […]

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.

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).

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.

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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 […]

Combined Chevy Clubs from Brisbane and Sydney.

The Expo Eve Dinner is a great way to begin your Expo weekend.  Featuring New England produce, a New England themed drinks menu and lots of local personality, it is just the ticket to getting your weekend off to the perfect start.

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Picture This: Australian new wave films of the 1970s - Zara Dare (Australia) Film production boomed in Australia in the 1970s. Meet Australia's greatest living playwright and discover some of the stars in award-winning movies made during this exciting period of cinematic renaissance. Zara has worked in Australian museums in a variety of roles. She shares her passion for art, history and culture as an Enrichment Speaker, sailing with Regent Seven Seas, Viking, Cunard and Royal Caribbean Cruises. Zara co-authored, […]

The Armidale School Rugby Carnival is the largest Under 12s rugby carnival held in Australia, attracting young rugby enthusiasts and their coaches, along with committed families and supporters, who make the journey to Armidale. In previous years, visitors have travelled from the Sunshine Coast in the north, the NSW Southern Highlands in the south and many coastal and inland centres in between. Armidale’s beautiful autumn colours provide the backdrop to the event, which utilises The Armidale School’s outstanding ovals and […]

My Story, My Songs Tour Forty years of music. seven million albums sold. A true national treasure. Join Aled Jones for an intimate, sit-down evening as he shares his story in his own words, alongside the beloved songs that have touched generations. Enjoy treasured memories, untold stories, and the warmth of his voice in cozy venues across regional Australia and New Zealand — a truly personal celebration of a remarkable 40-year career. A witty raconteur, Aled also performs the hits […]

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

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

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