Welcome
to lismoreLocated in the Northern Rivers hinterland of NSW, just 30 minutes from iconic coastlines, and set within a stunning natural landscape.
Known as the alternative lifestyle capital of Australia; Lismore, Nimbin and its Villages, is home to a vibrant creative arts scene that offers a captivating blend of culture and nature like nowhere else.
laneways of lismore arts festival
A free celebration of art and music, featuring renowned live bands and DJs, vintage, vinyl and art markets, interactive lighting experiences, a curated children’s zone, food stalls and bars.
Transforming Lismore’s creative laneways into a vibrant festival hub. Don’t miss this event on Saturday 23 August 2025.
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discover lismore
Discover the city of Lismore and surrounding towns and Villages such as Nimbin, Eltham and Clunes.
its pie time!
There are so many delicious pies across the region that we’ve created a culinary trail like no other.
Set off on a delicious journey across Lismore, Nimbin and Villages, meet the producers, enjoy sampling the different flavours and specialties along the way.
You’ll discover quaint cafes and bakeries each known for their pies. Some have secret recipes, and best sellers, while others have worked hard to perfect the great Aussie meat pie, some prefer to experiment with more exotic flavours.
Are you up to the challenge?
Top 5 things to do in lismore
Add these to your bucket list experiences in Lismore.
Inspired Experiences
Reconnect in nature and be inspired by Lismore’s great outdoors.
alternative nimbin
Nimbin is like nowhere else, the alternative lifestyle capital of Australia, a place of natural beauty where sustainability and creativity reins supreme.
events
in lismoreExperience Lismore’s rich culture and spirit through its festivals, community gatherings and signature events.
Download your copy of this month’s guide or view our calendar of events.
visit the region's events capital
Lismore is the creative arts, sporting and sustainable lifestyle events capital of the Northern Rivers.
Home to the Lismore Masters Games, Lismore Lantern Parade, Nimbin Roots, Aquarius Festival and Tropical Fruits New Year Festival just to name a few.
🌟 PIE TRAIL SPOTLIGHT: BOWEN’S PIES 🌟
For decades, Bowen’s Pies and Takeaways has been serving the Lismore community crafting homemade delicious eats that the locals keep coming back for!
Located along Lismore’s Great Pie Trail, enjoy a stop to Bowen’s Pies and treat yourself to one of their legendary pies, with the beef, bacon and cheese or beef, potato, peas and gravy being their most popular sellers.
🍮 Got a sweet tooth? Don’t leave without trying their famous apple turnovers or home baked custard, they will have you craving more.
Bowen’s isn’t just about the pies, they also dish up homemade burgers, fresh salad sandwiches and a delicious range of desserts. Whether you are passing through or looking to refuel after a trip on the Rail Trail, Bowen’s has got you covered!
Tell us in the comments, what’s your go to from Bowen’s?
📍 2/105 Union St, South Lismore
⏰ Monday to Friday, 6am-3pm
Want to know more about Lismore’s Great Pie Trail? Head to https://www.visitlismore.com.au/pie-trail/
#visitlismore #seelismore #pietrail #bowenspies #tastemore #discovernorthernriversnsw #shoplocal #localeats
🎨🎶⚾ WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE ⚾🎶🎨
We are looking forward to a busy weekend across Lismore, Nimbin & Villages!
FRIDAY 11 JULY
👉Timberjacks Baseball Tournament, Albert Park, Lismore, 8am-5pm, www.fncbaseball.com.au
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore multiple exhibitions inc. The Archibald Prize 2024, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Exhibition: ‘Wings’ by Michelle Jones & Penelope Sienna, Flourish Art, 10am-4pm
👉Exhibition Opening: Bright Light Habits by Converge, 123 Woodlark St, Lismore, 5.30pm-9pm
👉Live Music: Ruby Gill, Eltham Hotel, 7pm
👉Star Court Theatre Games, Star Court Theatre, 7pm
👉Live Music: Nathan Kaye, 5.30pm, DJ Spex, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SATURDAY 12 JULY
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30-11.30am
👉Timberjacks Baseball Tournament, Albert Park, Lismore, 8am-5pm, www.fncbaseball.com.au
👉Love Me Again Monthly Rack Sale, The Artisans Table, 8am-2pm
👉Exhibition: ‘Wings’ by Michelle Jones & Penelope Sienna, Flourish Art, 10am-2pm
👉Exhibition: Bright Light Habits by Converge, 123 Woodlark St, Lismore, 10am-3pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Film: Gremlins, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm
👉Live Music: Sabotage Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SUNDAY 13 JULY
👉Timberjacks Baseball Tournament, Albert Park, Lismore, 8am-3pm, www.fncbaseball.com.au
👉The Channon Craft Market, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, 1.30pm
👉Live Show: Tommy Memphis, Lismore Workers Club, 2pm-5pm
👉Live Music: Andrew Morris, Eltham Hotel 2.30pm-5.30pm
👉Film: Crossing, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Workshop: Painting with Val Smith, The Artisans Table, 3pm-5.30pm
👉Pluckers & Poet, Dunoon Sports Club, 4pm
Want to get your event noticed? Create a free listing on the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) and it will be featured on Visit Lismore - https://www.atdw.com.au/
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw
🎨BRIGHT LIGHT HABITS EXHIBITION OPENING TOMORROW AT CONVERGE🎨
After an inspiring 12 month residency, the Converge program is coming to a close. Join us in celebrating the extraordinary work of 11 talented local artists at Bright Light Habits, a group exhibition curated by Linsey Gosper.
This exhibition showcases new work across film, ceramics, sculpture, painting, installation, printmaking, costume design and participatory practice.
👩🎨 Exhibiting artists: Aaron McGarry, Adrienne Kenafake, Annie Monks, Antionette O’Brien, Chris Lego, Karenza Ebejer, Matt O’Brien, Michelle Jones, Paul Walker, Scott Sinclair, Stefanie Miriklis.
👉 EXHIBITION OPENING
📆 Friday 11 July
⏰ 5.30pm – 9pm
📍 123 Woodlark Street, Lismore
👉EXHIBITION DATES
📆 Saturday 12 July – Saturday 26 July
⏰Gallery hours: Tues – Fri: 11am – 6pm | Sat: 10am – 3pm
We look forward to seeing you there! 👏👏
#visitlismore #seelismore #converge #creativecommunity #localart #artists #visitnsw #discovernorthernriversnsw #northernriversart @converge_lismore #artsnorthernrivers
WHAT’S ON AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARIES THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! 🎨👏
Looking for something to do with the kids during the school holidays? Our local libraries have lots of fun and engaging activities to keep the kids entertained!
LISMORE LIBRARY
✍8 July | Contour Line Portrait | 2-4pm | Ages 12+
🧩9 July | Collage Who You Are | 2-4pm | Ages 5+
🖼15 July | Frame It | 2-4pm | Ages 5+
🎨17 July | Life Drawing | 2-4pm | Ages 12+
GOONELLABAH LIBRARY
🧪10 July | Escape from Dr Pythagorix’s Laboratory | 10.30-11.30am | Ages 7-12
📸11 July | Cyanotype Printing | 10.30-11.30am | Ages 5-12
🟣15 July | Slime Lab: The Science of Slime | 10.30-11.30am | Ages 5-12
🐍17 July | The Wildlife Twins | 10.30-11.30am
All sessions are free and some require bookings, secure your spots now by visiting
https://rtrl.spydus.com/.../spydus.exe/MSGTRN/OPAC/EVENTS...
📸@thewildlifetwins_ Don`t miss the Wildlife Twins at the Goonellabah Library!
#visitlismore #seelismore #schoolholidayfun #familyfun #craft #scienceweek #lismorelibrary #goonellabahlibrary Richmond Tweed Regional Library
COME ON DOWN FOR LISAMORE TODAY IN LISMORE! 👏🇮🇹🍝
Gather your friends and family and head to the Lismore Turf Club today for LisAmore! Join in the fun and celebrate this fabulous Italian extravaganza.
There are lots of fun activities to be enjoyed, soak up the vibrant atmosphere and let’s celebrate everything Italian!
🍝 Indulge in delicious Italian food and wine
🏍 Explore the range of Italian cars and bikes including Ferraris
🎼 Be entertained by Domenico and the Latin Mafia
💃 Take tarantella dance lessons
🤝 Compete in the tug-o-war
🎨 Lots of activities for the kids in the kids space including face painting, colouring in, beading, painting, soccer skills session, chess, spaghetti eating competition, Italian card games and language lessons!
For a full program of events, head to 👇
https://lismorefriendshipfestival.com.au/lisamore/program/
📍 Lismore Turf Club, 9A Woodlawn Rd, North Lismore
⏰ 10am-3pm
📸 Peter Derrett
#visitlismore #seelismore #lismorefriendshipfestival #visitnimbin #lisAmore #italianculture #familyfun @friendshipfestivallismore
🎶🎨🇮🇹 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🇮🇹🎨🎶
🎨 Don`t miss the The Archibald Prize 2024 opening night tomorrow at the Lismore Regional Gallery, join us and explore this incredible exhibition. For tickets, head to https://www.visitlismore.com.au/operator/archibald-prize-opening-night/
🇮🇹 LisAmore! is on this Sunday, come along and celebrate Italian culture with delicious food, live music, dancing, Italian cars & bikes, family fun and more!
FRIDAY 4 JULY
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Live Music: Yolan, 5.30pm, DJ Tom Darby, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
👉Live Music: Scott Day-Vee, Dunoon Sports Club, 6pm
👉Archibald Prize Opening Night, Lismore Regional Gallery, 6pm-9pm
👉Exhibition Opening: ‘Wings’ by Michelle Jones & Penelope Sienna, Flourish Art, 5pm-9pm
SATURDAY 5 JULY
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Workshop: Beads and Bubbles Night, The Artisans Table, 5pm-7.30pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Baby Cool, Eltham Hotel, 7pm
👉Northern Sounds Karaoke, Dunoon Sports Club, 6.30pm
👉LisAmore! Italian Feast, Invercauld House, 6pm-11pm
👉Live Music: 80’s Night – Push Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SUNDAY 6 JULY
👉LisAmore! Lismore Turf Club, 10am-3pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Lismore Jazz Club, Lismore City Bowling Club, 2pm-5pm
👉Live Music: Matt Armitage, Eltham Hotel 2.30pm-5.30pm
👉Film: Riviera Revenge, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, 1.30pm
For more information, head to visitlismore.com.au and start planning your weekend!
Want to get your event noticed? Create a free listing on the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW) and it will be featured on Visit Lismore - https://www.atdw.com.au/
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw Lismore Friendship Festival @friendshipfestivallismore @lismoreregionalgallery
MR RHODES TO PERFORM AT LOLA - LANEWAYS OF LISMORE ARTS FESTIVAL 📣👏
We’re excited to announce that Lismore local Mr Rhodes is confirmed to perform at LOLA, fresh off his incredible set opening for Black Star in Sydney!
Mr Rhodes blends soulful future hip-hop with unmatched energy, earning recognition on major platforms and on radio. From early hits like "Wonderous" to the latest release "Wandering By," he continues to push boundaries. Tours with Winston Surfshirt, Horrorshow, ILLY and Black Star cementing his position at the forefront.
Get a taste of what`s to come, check out Mr Rhodes on Spotify, Apple, Instagram or Tiktok!
More updates and local artists to be announced in the coming weeks, stay tuned! 👌👌
👉Want to know how to get involved? There are plenty of ways and opportunities, link in bio 👆
@mrrhodesmusic @paulmcneilart @martybaptist @mitchtambo #lismorecitycouncil #visitlismore #seelismore #artsandculture #experiencelismore #businesslismore @blackjetcatmusic
STAY WARM THIS WINTER! ❄️❄️
Winter is well and truly here, and with those crisp mornings and cozy nights settling in, it’s the perfect time to rug up in style!
Here are just some of the winter fashion finds that caught our eye this week. Have you found a favourite local gem for your winter warmers? We would love to know, share it with us in the comments below.
Are you a local business with winter goodies to share? Don’t forget to tag @visitlismore and #visitlismore so we can discover and share more winter goodies!
📍 Little polli & the blackbird
📍 Inka & Co.
📍 Fashion Profile
📍 Hortons Fashion
📍 La Trouvaille
#visitlimsore #seelismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #shoplocal #fashion #winter #winterfashion @littlepolli @_inkaco_ @fashionprofilelismore @hortonsfashion @latrouvaillestore
🎶🎨 WHAT’S ON IN JULY 🎨🎶
Find out what’s happening with our July What’s On Guide, featuring events, tours and activities, entertainment, local attractions, markets and more.
Download and save a copy to your device, https://www.visitlismore.com.au/visitor-information/whats-on-guide/
Having an event? Tell us about it and we’ll help promote it. Reach out on socials or contact us at tourism@lismore.nsw.gov.au
#visitlismore #lovinglismore #seelismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #visitnimbin #experiencenimbin #lismorecitycouncil #businesslismore #nimbinbusinesschamber
EXCITING NEWS! LOLA - LANEWAYS OF LISMORE ARTS FESTIVAL✨
Is coming to Lismore 👏👏 A free celebration of art and music — featuring renowned live bands and DJs, vintage, vinyl and art markets, interactive lighting experiences, a curated children’s zone, food stalls and bars — transforming Lismore’s creative laneways into a vibrant festival hub.
📣 Stay tune for the line-up of local artists and musicians, soon to be announced!
ACTS YOU WILL LOVE:
👉 Live performances by Mitch Tambo
👉 Indie favourites Cool Sounds & Eggy presented by Jet Black Cat
👉 Dancefloor energy from FLO DJ’s
👉 Celebrated visual artists Paul McNeil (Mambo, Deus ex Machina) and Marty Baptist
👉 A line up of local Lismore artists & musicians - stay tuned!
PLUS ➕➕➕
👉 Interactive lighting experiences 🚥
👉 Vintage, vinyl and art markets 🏪
👉 Curated children`s zone 👬👭
👉 Food stalls and licensed bars 🍷🍻
📆 Saturday 23 August 2025
📍 Lismore Laneways, via Carrington Street, Lismore
⏰ 1pm - 9pm
🌐 https://www.visitlismore.com.au/lola/
@paulmcneilart @martybaptist @mitchtambo #lismorecitycouncil #visitlismore #seelismore #artsandculture #experiencelismore #businesslismore @blackjetcatmusic
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