Welcome

to lismore

Located 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.

norco eat the street

This much loved event is returning on
15 November 2025! 

 

Come along for fabulous food,  live music, cultural events and family-friendly entertainment.

 

Save the date and stay tuned for more delicious details coming soon. 

 

discover lismore

Discover the city of Lismore and surrounding towns and Villages such as Nimbin, Eltham and Clunes.

events

in lismore

Experience 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. 

Oct 17

Sep 28 - Oct 26

Richmond Riverfest – Northern Rivers

Richmond Riverfest is a month-long celebration of the rivers, cultures, and communities of the Northern Rivers. The festival brings together Custodians, community groups, conservation organisations, artists, and educators to honour the river systems through storytelling, public events, and

Oct 24

Oct 24 - Oct 26

Nimbin Roots Festival

An annual three day music festival featuring original music from all over the country. The festival is held in various venues all around Nimbin Village.

Oct 25

Oct 25

Rural Women’s Gathering Lismore

You are invited to the 32nd, annual NSW Rural Women’s Gathering, taking place in Lismore for the first time. The Gathering brings women together to enjoy new experiences, provide skills-building opportunities, have fun and meet women from all

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.

🎶🎡 WHAT'S ON IN LISMORE 🎡🎶

It’s Show Time here in Lismore with the Elders Love Lismore Show starting today. Get ready for three huge days of fun and entertainment for the whole family!

FRIDAY 17 OCTOBER
👉Elders Love Lismore Show, Lismore Showgrounds, from 9am, northcoastnational.com.au
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Blakyard Music – Country In Spring, Lismore Quad, from 6pm
👉Exhibition Opening: Charcoal & Between Meetings, Serpentine Gallery, 6pm-9pm
👉Friday Night Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Ole Falco, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Nathan Kaye, 5.30pm, DJ Spex 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore

SATURDAY 18 OCTOBER
👉Elders Love Lismore Show, Lismore Showgrounds, from 9am, northcoastnational.com.au
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Riverfest: South Lismore Duckpond Spring Planting, 10am-2pm, richmondriverfest.com
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Shenanigans, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Hillbilly Skank Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm

SUNDAY 19 OCTOBER
👉Lismore City Bowlo Markets, Lismore City Bowling Club, 9am-1pm
👉Riverfest: Community Planting Day, The Channon Tavern Riverbank, 9am-12.30pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Sunday Spring Racing Day, Lismore Turf Club, from 11am
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-7pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, From 1.30pm
👉Workshop: Chicken Wire Sun Catcher, The Artisans Table, 3pm-6pm
👉Film: Merchant Ivory, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Live Show: Nikki Lane (USA) | Ticketed Show, Eltham Hotel, 6pm

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
🎶🎨🌿 WHAT'S ON IN LISMORE 🌿🎨🎶

There is so much to enjoy and explore across Lismore, Nimbin & Villages this weekend.

FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin School of Arts, 47 Cullen St, Nimbin, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Kids Workshop: Intro to painting miniatures, The Cro’s Nest, 14 Carrington St, 1pm-3pm & 6pm-8pm
👉Kids Clay Workshop: Explore Clay & Create your own piece, Silt Studio, North Lismore, 1pm
👉Friday Night Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Star Court Theatre Games, Star Court Theatre, 7pm
👉Live Music: Hayley Grace, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Adam Hourigan, 5.30pm, DJ Lazy Dom 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore

SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Love Me Again Pop-Up Rack Sale, The Artisans Table, 8am-2pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Arcadia, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Billy Gudgeon, Northern Rivers Hotel, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Dirty Channel Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm

SUNDAY 12 OCTOBER
👉Channon Craft Market, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm
👉RiverFest: Free The Waterfalls, Billen Cliffs Community Hall, Larnook, 9.30am-12.30pm, richmondriverfest.com
👉RiverFest: Wilsons River – Community Tree Planting, Wilsons River, Nth Lismore, 9am-12.30pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-7pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, From 1.30pm
👉Lismore Jazz Club feat. Fine Organ Combo, Lismore City Bowls Club, 2pm
👉Pluckers & Poets, Dunoon Sports Club, 4pm
👉Film: But Also John Clarke, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm

#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw

bundjalung nation

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognise the continuing connection to lands, waters, skies and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and to Elders both past and present.