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Trivia Night - O'Week
2026-02-16 18:30 - 21:00 (Australia/Sydney) | St Mark’s UNE Church, 73 Trevenna Road, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, 2351, Australia
Team up and test your knowledge with first O’week event.

Dessert & Games - O'Week
2026-02-17 08:00 - 17:00 | C J Hawkins Homestead, Building W047, Ring Road, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, 2351, Australia
A great opportunity to hear more about what Christians United does on campus and what we believe as an AFES group, all while enjoying dessert and games.

Armidale Amblers
2026-02-18 08:30 - 10:30 | Various, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Do you like to walk for exercise? Armidale Amblers is a group of friendly people who walk together for fitness and companionship. There is no committee and no membership fee. There are slow, medium, and faster walkers who walk varying distances. All ages are welcome. Just come along.
Just turn up to see who is there. A list of walks is available with approximate distances.
Some of the walkers have morning tea together at a local cafe/club after the walk to continue the companionship. Again, all are welcome.

Tamworth Historical Society February Meeting: Show and Tell
2026-02-18 19:00 - 21:00
We love hearing the history behind things, and an old-fashioned “show and tell” session makes for an entertaining evening! Everyone is invited to come along, bring an old object, and share its story.
The night begins at 7pm on Wednesday 18th February at Calala Cottage Museum, located at 142 Denison Street in West Tamworth. The “show and tell” presentations will be followed by a light supper and refreshments.
All welcome, you don’t need to be a member of the Tamworth Historical Society to attend. Looking forward to seeing everyone at our first meeting of the year!

Central West Comedy @ Welder's Dog Brewery
2026-02-18 18:30 - 21:30 | Welder’s Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre, 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
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 Working Dog TV production Utopia which airs on the ABC and Netflix. Apart from champing at the bit to be back touring, Lloyd Langford is almost certainly feeling one or more of the following moods; cheeky, baffled, exhausted, curious, absolutely sick to death of going to the playground. Come along to the show to discover his prevailing vibe. Lloyd is an award-winning writer and a favourite on Have You Been Paying Attention?, Spicks and Specks and Would I Lie To You?

Bush Dance - O'Week
2026-02-18 18:30 - 21:00 | St Mark’s UNE Church, 73 Trevenna Road, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, 2351, Australia
Come along for a fun evening filled with dancing and socializing! No experience is required as dances are taught on the night. Light refreshments will be provided.

All You Can Eat Pizza & Games @ Welder's Dog Brewery
2026-02-19 16:30 - 20:00 | Welder’s Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre, 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Kids pay their age. Booking essential. A fun night for all ages – test your skills with a variety of games.

ArtsNational Lecture: "The Many Faces of Margaret Olley:..."
2026-02-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Michael Hoskins Creative Arts Centre, The Armidale School, 87 Douglas Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
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 in Europe in both art history and business studies. Doors open 5.30pm.

Sports Night - O'Week
2026-02-19 18:00 - 21:00 | SportUNE, SportUNE Drive, UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND, NSW, 2351, Australia
Please come along for social games of dodgeball, futsal, basketball and volleyball.

No Lights No Lycra
2026-02-19 18:15 - 19:30 | Legacy House, 89 Faulkner Street, ARMDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
There is no light, no lycra, no teacher, no steps to learn, no technique, just free movement. NLNL is a space where you can completely let go, shake out the stresses of the week, and lose yourself in the music and the physicality of your body. NLNL is a daggy, unpretentious place to completely be yourself. No Lights No Lycra is a dance community that was started in Melbourne in 2009 by unruly dance students Alice Glenn and Heidi Barrett. On a cold wintry Tuesday night in June 2009, five people walked through the doors of St Marks Church Hall in Fitzroy, Melbourne. In the winter darkness, the light glow of the heaters and a portrait of Amma the Hugging Saint looking down upon them, No Lights No Lycra was launched to the song Rien de Rien by Edith Piath. Since June 2009 NLNL has grown predominantly through word of mouth into the global community that it is today.

Pub Cinema: In the Shadow of the Gallows
2026-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Tattersalls Hotel, 174 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Pub Cinemas invites to you view this original Australian production.
In 1873 a frail figure was walked to the gallows at the Adelaide Gaol. She had been convicted of murdering her husband, and there would be no reprise. The hanging of Elizabeth Woolcock has gone on in Australian true crime history as one of the most contested cases to result in capital punishment. In the Shadow of the Gallows is a psychological and biographical masterpiece that delves into not only the biographical and forensic details of the case, but also the psychological state of a 23-year-old woman in the final hour of her life.
A set menu is available to enjoy before the screening.

The Deltaz @ Welder's Dog Brewery
2026-02-19 19:30 - 23:00 | Welder’s Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre, 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Get ready for a night of world-class Americana and blues as The Deltaz hit Australian shores for the very first time! Known for their high-energy performances and genre-bending sound, these US road warriors play over 200 shows a year across the States and Europe, and they’re finally bringing their acclaimed live show to Australia. With a growing fanbase of 38,000 monthly listeners and 300,000 streams in just six months, The Deltaz are already making waves down under — especially in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne. Having shared stages with The Black Keys, Lukas Nelson, Margo Price, The White Buffalo, Butch Walker, and more, this is a rare chance to catch the band up close in an intimate brewery setting before they explode onto the Australian circuit. Previous festival appearances include Americana Fest (Nashville), The Bluebird Café, Pilgrimage Music Festival, and extensive US and European tours. Don’t miss a night of raw talent, soulful grooves, and blues-infused Americana in the heart of Armidale.

Shearing: Guyra versus NSW State Team
2026-02-20 08:00 - 17:00 | NSW
Save the date!

Guyra Show 2026
2026-02-20 09:00 | Guyra Showground, 27 Marne Street, GUYRA, NSW, 2358, Australia

Art Exhibition @ Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place
2026-02-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place, 96-104 Kentucky Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
The new exhibition at the Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place will be Tiddas (a group exhibition celebrating resilience on big water, big sky Country). The exhibition features a diverse range of First Nations artworks from three different artists with different styles and techniques of painting acrylic on canvas. The exhibiting artists are Doona Moodie (Gomeroi/Kamillaro Nation), Josie Rose Atkinson and Alison Williams (Gumbaynggir Nation).

Dinner @ Dumaresq - O'Week
2026-02-20 18:30 - 21:00 | Dumaresq Dam Reserve, Dumaresq Dam Road (right off Boorolong Road), ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Come along for free dinner, good chats, and lawn games at this final O’Week event.

The Complete Package
2026-02-20 19:30 - 21:30 | The Lodge Theatre, 119A Barney Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
The last case of a dedicated Child Protection Officer. A comedic drama. Rated PG (strong language and adult themes).

Peter Raymond @ the Bowlo
2026-02-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Armidale City Bowling Club, 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Come along for a great night of good company and foot tapping music.

K-Club Volume 03
2026-02-20 20:30 - 23:30 | St Kilda Hotel, 102-104 Rusden Street (cnr Marsh Street), ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
A night of electronic music.

Hardanger Embroidery Beginners Workshop with Yvette Stanton
2026-02-21 09:30 - 2026-02-22 15:30
Learn the technique of traditional Hardanger embroidery from Norway, with this beautiful Hardanger band at a weekend workshop in Walcha NSW, with the Whitework Queen herself, Yvette Stanton.
In this class you will learn the basics of Hardanger embroidery, including stitches such as satin stitch, eyelets, cable stitch, four-sided stitch, cutting threads, woven bars and dove’s eye filling stitch. The project is worked in pearl cotton thread on 28 count linen. This is a beginners class, so if you’ve never done it before, this class is for you, and even if you have done Hardanger before, you’re welcome to join us!
DATES
Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd February 2026
9:30am to 3:30pm each day
Bookings and more information: https://www.vettycreations.com.au/beginner-hardanger-band-class.html
or phone Yvette on 6714 4708.

Ashford Show 2026
2026-02-21 07:00 - 2026-02-22 21:00 | Ashford, Ashford, NSW, 2361, Australia
This year, Ashford are bringing you an action-packed show with all the old favourites and some new and exciting additions. The 42nd Ashford Show will be held on Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 February 2026. Horse Events kick off 8am on Saturday morning, with the Pavillion opening at 12 noon, kids’ activities from 12pm – 6pm ($10 wrist band available for purchase), 1pm lolly scramble, sack race and egg & spoon race, then ram rides from 5

Walcha Farmers' Market
2026-02-21 08:00 - 12:30 | McHattan Park, Fitzroy Street, WALCHA, NSW, 2354, Australia
Shop fresh local produce, artisan foods, plants, crafts, and enjoy coffee and baked goods from local vendors.

Centenary Celebration of CWA Armidale
2026-02-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Saumarez Homestead, 230 Saumarez Road, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
We are turning 100…and it is time to celebrate with our community! Celebrate 100 years of CWA in Armidale. Free Devonshire tea (CWA famous scones); historical displays showing local CWA story and Armidale’s past; live musical performances; bush poet performing; kid’s activities through the day, family fun; Picnic on the lawns or purchase from local food vans, Homestead tours available (cost involved); explore the magnificent gardens and historic farm buildings. A community day for all ages – everyone welcome.

Bus to Dobson's Distillery
2026-02-21 10:00 - 15:00 | Various – see programme, NSW, Australia
Departing: 10.00am – Armidale Visitor Information Centre, 82 Marsh Street OR 10.45am – Uralla Visitor Information Centre, 104 Bridge Street, Uralla. Uralla town residents have an option for door-to-door service (please contact Uralla Visitor Information Centre). Returning: Depart Dobson’s approximately 2.00-2.30pm arrive 2.45pm (Uralla), 3.00pm (Uralla town residents to door), 3.30pm (Armidale). Booking MUST be made through Uralla Visitor Information Centre, phone 02 6778 6420 prior to pick-up – 10 seats only per service.. Please keep EFTPOS receipts – reference Dobson’s Bus on the original receipt for Council reconciliation, then also print a copy to record passenger’s Name and Date of Travel on the back to keep with the Booking form. All fields on the booking sheet are required – being a licensed venue, Date of Birth is also required. Please note tastings and lunch are additional costs and it will be assumed that all travellers are booking for lunch unless specifically declined: Ploughman’s Platter $55 (serves 1-2), $75 (serves 4-6), $3-5 (per tasting – spirits only). Their famous Ploughman’s lunch (selection of home-smoked low and slow BBQ meats and condiments served with their fresh-baked breads (1 x sourdough and 1 x white bread), gluten free and vegetarian available on request – Specials: Duck & BBQ pork spring rolls $22 for 6, Cheese, chicken & mushroom arancini $16 for 6) is a true experience of the best the New England high country has to offer. Other meals include: Bruschetta – $20; Garlic bread – $12; Salt & Pepper Squid – $24; Torpedo Prawns – $24; Bear-battered chips with garlic aioli – $14; Frittata – $25; Home-smoked Salmon – $32; Special Char Siu BBQ Pork Wrap – $28; dessert also available. Experience a True Gem – Leave the car at home and enjoy a great day out! Get your friends together and enjoy the unique tastes of Dobson’s award-winning spirits, then sit down to a feast of local flavours with a lunchtime menu which is as much to be experienced as the spirits.

Ian Russell @ Tattersalls
2026-02-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Garden Bar, Tattersalls Hotel, 174 Beardy Street Mall, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
A night of good food, fabulous live music and great company.

Blackheart Games @ Rydges' Cellar Bar
2026-02-21 17:30 - 21:30 | The Cellar, Rydges Armidale, 31 Marsh Street, ARMIDALE, New South Wales, 2350, Australia
Calling all tabletop enthusiasts! We are hosting a session for some heavier, medium-weight, and cooperative games. Capacity: Limited to 40 seats. Bring your own, or enjoy the library provided by Blackheart. Please RSVP by 20 February to allow organization of tables.

OhMaSoul @ Welder's Dog Brewery
2026-02-21 19:30 - 21:30 | Welder’s Dog Brew Bar and Entertainment Centre, 101 Beardy Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Start off at the Brewery and have a pizza while you listen to the smooth grooves of James and Jemima, then drift over to the bar (LittleDog) later in the evening for a DJ dance party with DJ Bad Shepherd.

Armidale Dance Group
2026-02-21 19:30 - 22:30 | Legacy House, 89 Faulkner Street, ARMDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia
Please bring a plate of goodies to share for supper. Tea and coffee will be provided – please bring your own cup. $1 raffles. Just a reminder that Masonic Hall is an Aged Care Facility, so if feeling unwell, please do not attend. Dance Programme 1. Alpine Stroll, Killarney Vale Waltz, Sindy Swing; 2. Militaire, Charmaine Schottische, Alvaston Blues; 3. Rositas Waltz, Mayfair Quickstep, Edinburgh Saunter; 4. Festival Jive, Anna Lisa Waltz, Firefly Tango; 5. Margo Waltz, Carousel, Cassius Quickstep; 6. Saunter Together, Sally Anne Cha Cha, Merrilyn. Supper 7. Tango 44, Santorini Waltz, Danube Schottische; 8. Domino Blues, Vanity Waltz, Linden Swing; 9. Wisteria Rumba, Woodside Waltz, Bambi Blues; 10. Joyette, Swing Waltz, Red Rose Saunter.

Karaoke @ the Bowlo
2026-02-21 20:00 - 22:00 | Armidale City Bowling Club, 92-96 Dumaresq Street, ARMIDALE, NSW, 2350, Australia

New England Wedding Showcase
2026-02-22 10:00 - 14:00
New England Wedding Showcase Returns to Armidale on Sunday 22 February 2026
Armidale, NSW — The New England Wedding Showcase is thrilled to announce its much-anticipated return to Armidale, promising an unforgettable day for couples planning their big day. The event will be held on Sunday, 22 February 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Main Pavilion, Armidale Showground.
This year’s showcase brings together 30+ premier wedding vendors from across the New England region, featuring:

Stunning venues and décor professionals
Talented bridal makeup artists and hairstylists
Celebrants, photographers, and DJs
Florists, caterers, fashion designers, and more

Whether you’re just beginning your wedding journey or putting the finishing touches on your plans, the New England Wedding Showcase is your one-stop shop to connect with trusted suppliers and discover creative ideas.
Attendees can enjoy:

Exclusive event-only offers and discounts
Exciting giveaways throughout the day
A raffle with prizes valued at over $1,000
Inspiration from professionals across all areas of wedding planning

All proceeds from the event will support the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service — helping save lives across regional NSW.
Tickets: Just $5 per person, available at the door or via TryBooking.
Find out more: Follow 📸 @neweddingshowcase on Instagram for vendor highlights and updates.
Say “I do” to planning made easy — and make your wedding dreams a reality at the New England Wedding Showcase!
📍 Location: Main Pavilion, Armidale Showground, Dumaresq St, Armidale NSW 2350
🗓️ Date: Sunday, 22 February 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
