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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.
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discover lismore
Discover the city of Lismore and surrounding towns and Villages such as Nimbin, Eltham and Clunes.
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, Aquarius Festival and Tropical Fruits New Year Festival just to name a few.
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🌟 WHAT`S ON IN FEBRUARY 🌟
Find out what`s happening with our February What`s On Guide, featuring events, tours and activities, entertainment, local attractions, markets and more.
Download and save a copy to your device, pick up a copy from one of our local visitor information hubs or print a copy from Visit Lismore (see link in bio).
👉Want to stay updated with what’s happening in Lismore, Nimbin & Villages? Subscribe to our destination newsletter and get the latest news on events, stories and local highlights delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up here - https://www.visitlismore.com.au/visitor.../contact-us/
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
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Find your creative spark at The Artisans Table! 🎨🌟
Are you ready to create your next masterpiece or itching to learn a new skill in 2026?
The Artisans Table has you covered with a great line up of hands on and immersive workshops. Check out what`s coming up in February:
🎨Silversmith Ring Making | 1 February | 4pm-6.30pm
🎨Textured Art Workshop | 7 February | 10am-12.30pm
🎨Beads and Bubbles | 7 February | 5pm-7pm
🎨Love Me Again Pop Up Rack Sale | 14 February | 8am-2pm
🎨Galentines Heart Chicken Wire Sun Catchers | 15 February | 5.30pm
🎨Suncatcher Workshop | 20 February | 5.30pm-8pm
🎨Hand building Ceramic Paint Palette | 21 February | 10am-12pm
🎨Macrame Dog Leash | 28 February | 10am-12.30pm
For more information on each workshop or to book visit @the_artisans_table and get ready to start your creative journey!
📸 @the_artisans_table
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #CreativeWorkshops
🎨🎶 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES 🎶🎨
Start planning your weekend across the region with so much to enjoy. Whether you are an art lover, a foodie or enjoy listening to live music and having a dance there is something for everyone!
FRIDAY 30 JANUARY
👉Visit the Farm Gate Café at Nimbin Valley Dairy, 392 Tuntable Falls Rd, 8am-2pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Clay & Sip Workshop, Silt Studio, 6pm
👉Film: The Prestige, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 6pm
👉Full Moon Ride along the Northern Rivers Rail Trail, meet at the Lismore Railway Station (Union St), 6pm-8pm
👉Friday Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Adam Gardiner, 5.30pm, DJ Lazy Dom, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
SATURDAY 31 JANUARY
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Nourishing Yin Yoga & Sound Healing, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 9.30am-11.30am
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Mexi Night: Tacos & Tequila, Clunes Cafe, from 4.30pm
👉Live Music: Push Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 1 FEBRUARY
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Lismore Jazz Club: Ben Van Kleef Quintet, Lismore City Bowling Club, 2pm
👉Film: The Golden Spurtle, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Exhibition Opening: Back to the Garden Members Exhibition & Immersed in Print by Crystie Saulwick & Nuro Oliver, Blue Knob Gallery, 2.30pm-4pm
👉Workshop: Silversmith Ring Making, The Artisans Table, 4pm-6.30pm
👉Live Music: Matt Armitage, Eltham Hotel, 4pm-6.30pm
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.
#VisitLismore #VisitNimbin #LismoreCityCouncil
School holidays done?
It’s time to swap the chaos for calm 💆♀️🌿
Gather the girls and escape to Lismore where tranquil hinterland vibes, great food, nature, culture and seriously good value come together for the ultimate girls’ weekend. Think long lunches, lush walks, boutique shopping, wellness moments and space to actually breathe, all without blowing the budget.
From tantrums and traffic to total tranquility, we’ve mapped out the perfect affordable girls’ getaway.
See our guide in the comments below 👇
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⭐️ WHAT`S ON LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES ⭐️
FRIDAY 23 JANUARY
👉Lismore Speedway, Lismore Showgrounds, from 4pm
👉Seafood at Sundown + Cocktail Bar, Clunes Cafe, from 4.30pm
👉Friday Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Luke Vassella & DJ Spex, Hotel Lismore, from 5.30pm
👉Friday Film Night: The Men Who Stare at Goats, Nimbin Bush Theatre, from 6pm
SATURDAY 24 JANUARY
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Workshop: Coffee & Clay, Silt Studio, 10am
👉Sonic Bloom Circus Rave Carnival, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 12pm-8pm
👉Lismore Speedway, Lismore Showgrounds, from 4pm
👉Live Music: Family Jordan, JB Paterson & Mylee Grace, Lismore Quad, 6pm-9pm
👉Live Show: The Noughty Nineties Party, Lismore Workers Club, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Tubed Radio Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 25 JANUARY
👉Nimbin Market, Nimbin Community Centre, 9am-3pm
👉Guided Walk & Morning Tea, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 9.30am-10.30am
👉Cacao Ceremony & Sound Journey Meditation, Apollo Hall, Lismore, 10am-11am
👉Sonic Bloom Circus Rave Carnival, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 12pm-8pm
👉The Big Day Summer Party, Lismore City Bowling Club, 2pm-8pm
👉Lismore Speedway, Lismore Showgrounds, from 4pm
👉Live Music: Mandy Hawkes, Eltham Hotel, 4pm-6.30pm
MONDAY 26 JANUARY
👉Lismore City Council`s Australia Day Awards and New Citizens Ceremony, Whitebrook Theatre,
Southern Cross University, 9am-12pm
👉Nourishing Yin Yoga & Crystal Bowl Sound Bath, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 9.30am
👉Australia Day Free Family Fun Day, Lismore City Bowlo, from 10am
👉Live Music: Cath Simes Band, Hotel Lismore, 6.30pm
To find MORE things to do this weekend, head to the Destination website, Visit Lismore.
#VisitLismore #LismoreCityCouncil #VisitNimbin
🌱 Local Farmer`s Market Guide🌾
Looking for fresh produce, local growers and community vibes? From Tuesday to Saturday, there’s always a reason to visit your local market.
🧺 Lismore Organic Market
📍 Lismore Showgrounds
🗓️ Every Tuesday | 🕢 7:30am–11:30am
Expect certified organic fruit & veg, pantry staples, plants and a relaxed midweek market feel.
🥕 Nimbin Farmers Market
📍 Next to The Green Bank, Cullen St
🗓️ Every Wednesday | 🕒 3pm–6pm
A colourful afternoon market with organic produce, handmade goods, local food stalls and unmistakable Nimbin energy.
🍊 Lismore Produce Market
📍 The Conservatorium Carpark, 152 Keen St
🗓️ Every Thursday | 🕒 3pm–6pm
Perfect for after-work shopping with seasonal produce, local growers and fresh essentials straight from the source. Plus exciting food vendors for dinner with family and friends.
🍓 Lismore Farmers Market
📍 Lismore Showgrounds
🗓️ Every Saturday | 🕗 8am–11:30am
A weekend favourite with fruit & veg, bread, eggs, flowers, coffee, breakfast treats and plenty of community spirit.
Why shop local? 💛
✔️ Support farmers & small producers
✔️ Eat seasonal, fresh and sustainable food
✔️ Connect with your community
✔️ Turn grocery shopping into a weekly ritual
Save this post, tag a friend and shop local this week🌿🥖🥬
#LocalMarkets #LismoreMarkets #VisitLismore
✨Always something happening at Lismore Regional Gallery ✨
Have you visited lately?
From thought-provoking exhibitions to hands-on creativity and after-dark art experiences, the Gallery and Lismore Quad are alive with things to see, do and discover.
🖼️ On Exhibition Now:
• Works by Justin Talplacido Shoulder and Bhenji Ra (until 2 Feb)
• Works by Clare Milledge (until 15 March)
• Works by Sonka Pietrek (until 1 Feb)
🎨 Get involved:
• Free Guided Exhibition Tours every Thursday at 11am
• Collage Club every Thursday, 4–6pm, offering a relaxed, social creative session
🌙 After dark:
• Marian Tubbs Visual Art Projection illuminating the Lismore Quad, 7–11pm nightly
Whether you’re craving inspiration, creative connection or a moment of quiet reflection, Lismore Regional Gallery offers more than a visit, it’s an experience.
⏰ Open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am-4pm, 6pm Thursday
📍 11 Rural St, Lismore
🔗 lismoregallery.org
Come once, come back often, there’s always something new to discover.
#VisitLismore #LismoreRegionalGallery #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW
WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🚂🏃♀️🧑🎤
It`s market weekend at the Lismore City Bowlo this Sunday 👏plus there are creative workshops, exhibitions, live music, family fun and MORE to enjoy. 😍🤩
FRIDAY 16 JANUARY
👉Visit the Farm Gate Café at Nimbin Valley Dairy, 392 Tuntable Falls Rd, 8am-2pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10am-2pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Workshop: Clay & Sip, Silt Studio, 6pm
👉Friday Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Film: Once Upon a Time, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 6.00pm dinner, Film 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Adam Hourigan, 5.30pm, DJ Lazy Dom, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
SATURDAY 17 JANUARY
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Visit the Farm Gate Café at Nimbin Valley Dairy, 392 Tuntable Falls Rd, 8am-2pm
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lesson: Intro to Pickleball, GSAC, 8am-9am
👉Pickleball Social Sessions, GSAC, 9am-12pm
👉Workshop: Coffee & Clay, Silt Studio, 10am
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Kids Textured Art Workshop, The Artisans Table, 10am-12pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Weaving Workshop, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-12pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Sabotage Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 18 JANUARY
👉Lismore City Bowlo Market, Lismore City Bowling Club, 9am-1pm
👉Visit the Farm Gate Café at Nimbin Valley Dairy, 392 Tuntable Falls Rd, 8am-2pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-7pm
👉Live Music: Lonesome Boatmen, Eltham Hotel, 4pm-6.30pm
👉Film: Mistress Dispeller, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
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.
#VisitLismore #VisitNimbin #LismoreCityCouncil
Where will your Sunday take you? 🌿
We love seeing your adventures around the region. This stunning image was taken at Protesters Falls in the Nightcap National Park by @saxonkent
Take us on your journey with you and tag @visitlismore so we can share your travels too!
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#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #VisitNimbin
Sunday Market Day at The Channon! 🌿🎨☕
Enjoy a slow Sunday wandering through the Channon Craft Market as it returns for the first market of the year.
With so many stalls to explore, come along and meet the local makers, discover their handmade treasures and soak up the friendly community vibes.
Tag your market friends and see you at The Channon!
📍 Coronation Park, The Channon
⏰ Tomorrow, 9am-3pm
#VisitLismore #TheChannonCraftMarket #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW
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