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.
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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
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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.
CHANNEL 7’S SUNRISE LIVE FROM LISMORE TOMORROW ☀👏🌈
Join the excitement at The Lismore Pie Cart tomorrow morning as Channel’s 7’s Sunrise program broadcasts live from Lismore!
Let`s bring the energy and show Australia the heart, strength, and spirit that make our community so special!
📅Wednesday 21 May
📍 Lismore Pie Cart, Magellan Street, Lismore
⏰From 5.30am - 9.00am
👉Bring along your smiles!
If you can`t make it along to the broadcast, tune in to Sunrise on Channel 7!
#seelismore #visitlismore #visitnimbin #lismorepiecart #36chambers #flourishsanctuary #lismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #187cantina #lovinglismore
PIE FILLED FUN AT PRIMEX!
We`ve given away so many pies to celebrate the launch of `The Great Pie Trail.`
Come see us tomorrow at PRIMIEX and pick up a free pie voucher, or head to www.visitlismore.com.au/pie-trail to start your pie-filled adventure.
#visitlismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #pietrail #thegreatpietrail
ONE MORE SLEEP UNTIL LISMORE GEMFEST! ✨💎
Get ready for a sparkling weekend at one of Australia’s biggest gem and mineral shows!
With over 150 traders showcasing treasures from around the globe, plus fossicking on the hill, live demonstrations, and over $1700 in lucky door prizes, there’s fun for the whole family!
🚙 Limited parking onsite, why not park in the Lismore CBD and hop on the FREE shuttle bus for a hassle free ride straight to the front entrance?
🚌Shuttle Bus Locations
👉Stop 1: Lismore Transit Centre
👉Stop 2: Molesworth Street, near Koori Mail
👉Stop 3: Anzac Memorial, Alexandra Parade
**Please note there will be a pause in the bus service between 1pm and 2pm to allow the volunteer drivers a break for lunch.
Gem enthusiasts, rock collectors, and sparkle lovers, this event is one you don’t want to miss!
📍 Lismore Showgrounds, 116 Alexandra Avenue, North Lismore
📆 Saturday 17 May (9am-5pm) & Sunday 18 May (9am-3pm)
🎟 Tickets are available at the gate, $5 for adults and $1 for children (under 12).
For more information head to https://lismoregemfest.com.au/
@lismoregemfest #visitlismore #seelismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #lismoregemfest2025 #familyfun #feelnsw #visitnsw #gems #minerals
💎👪👏 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 👏👪💎
Get ready for a big weekend at the Lismore Gemfest with over 140 traders and dealers to discover, family fun and prizes to be won!
👋 Come and say hello to Lismore’s Destination Team in Pavilion 3 at Norco’s Primex Field Days this Friday and Saturday and check out Lismore’s NEW Great Pie Trail!
FRIDAY 16 MAY
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Norco Primex Field Days, Richmond Valley Events Centre, Casino, 9am-4pm
👉Lismore Regional Gallery Exhibition Opening, 11 Rural St, Lismore, 6pm-8pm
👉Scandalous Cabaret, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30pm, scandalous.com.au
👉Live Music: Adam Gardiner, Northern Rivers Hotel, 7pm
👉Karaoke Night, La Baracca, 8pm
👉Live DJ: DJ’s Frxsty & Friends, Hotel Metropole, 8pm
👉Live Show: Lonnie Pasco, Rochdale Theatre, 8pm-10pm
👉Live Music: Luke Vassella, 5.30pm, DJ, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SATURDAY 17 MAY
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Lismore Gemfest, Lismore Showgrounds, 9am-5pm, lismoregemfest.com.au
👉Norco Primex Field Days, Richmond Valley Events Centre, Casino, 9am-4pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Scandalous Cabaret, Lismore Showgrounds, 6pm & 8.30pm, scandalous.com.au
👉Live Show: Every Breath You Take: A Tribute To The Police, Star Court Theatre, 7.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Show: Tommy Memphis, Lismore Workers Club, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Agaric/Motherboy/Cerberus, Hotel Metropole
👉Live Music: Push, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Pistol Whip Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SUNDAY 18 MAY
👉Lismore Gemfest, Lismore Showgrounds, 9am-3pm, lismoregemfest.com.au
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Live Music: The Lonesome Boatmen, Northern Rivers Hotel, 2.30pm
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 - https://www.atdw.com.au/
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin
WELCOME TO THE GREAT PIE TRAIL! 😋
Introducing The Great Pie Trail, and Nimbin pie bakers, The Nimbin Bakery!
From classic meat pies and rich savoury fillings to sweet, indulgent options. The Great Pie Trail is a pie-filled adventure you won’t forget!
Set off on a delicious journey across Lismore, Nimbin and Villages, meet the producers, enjoy sampling the different flavours and specialties along the way.
📍 Nimbin Bakery, 52 Cullen Street, Nimbin
⏰ Open Monday to Saturday
☎️ 02 6689 1769
Hungry for MORE pies? head to www.visitlismore.com.au/pie-trail/
Nimbin Bakery #visitlismore #visitnimbin #discovernorthernriversnsw #visitnsw #feelnsw #pietrail
CHANNEL 7`S SUNRISE - LIVE FROM LISMORE! 👏👏
Australia`s number one breakfast TV program Sunrise will be filming in Lismore next Wednesday 21 May!
We would love for the community to come to The Pie Cart from 5.30am to 9.00am to bring excitement and lots of smiling faces to the live TV weather crosses as we showcase what the Lismore region has to offer!
📅 Wednesday 21 May
📍 Lismore Pie Cart, Magellan Street, Lismore
⏰ From 5.30am - 9.00am
😄 Bring along your smiles!
#seelismore #visitlismore #twomatesbrewing #lismorepiecart #36chambers #flourishsanctuary #lismore #discovernorthernriversnsw
ITS PIE TIME - INTRODUCING THE GREAT PIE TRAIL 😋
Launching tomorrow at PRIMEX, the Visit Lismore team will be giving away hundreds of pies to celebrate `The Great Pie Trail.`
From classic meat pies and rich savoury fillings to sweet, indulgent options. The Great Pie Trail is a pie-filled adventure you won’t forget!
Set off on a delicious journey across Lismore, Nimbin and Villages, meet the producers, enjoy sampling the different flavours and specialties along the way.
Are you up for the challenge? Find us in Pavilion 3 at PRIMEX!
Hungry for MORE pies? head to www.visitlismore.com.au/pie-trail/
#visitlismore #visitnimbin #seelismore #pietrail #thegreatpietrail #lismorepiecart #southsidehotbread #bowenspies #nimbinbakery #anniescountrybakery #clunesstoreandcellars #bexhillgeneralstore #goolmangargeneralstore #thechannongeneralstore #millersbakery #dunoongeneralstore #wardellpies #byrongourmetpies #berniesbakery #breadkrumbsbakery #visitnsw #discoverballina #feelnsw
CALLING ALL CHEESE LOVERS!! 🧀🧀🧀
As part of the Harvest Food Trail this weekend, visit Dhezi Deli in the charming village of Bexhill and discover their exceptional selection of over 250 cheeses and gourmet groceries sourced locally and from around the world.
👉 Discover a remarkable array of products and in store tastings as well as expert culinary guidance on utilising their gourmet ingredients.
🧀 Dhezi Deli`s complimentary cheese tasting experience provides a unique journey from origin to table, enhanced by perfectly paired condiments, many of which are made exclusively for Dhezi Deli by local farmers and artisan producers.
💐 Spoil Mum with a range of unique special gifts and hampers available for Mother’s Day.
📍 87 Coleman Street, Bexhill
📆 Saturday and Sunday, 10-11 May
⏰ 10am-6pm
💻 Visit www.harvestfestival.org.au for more info!
#visitlismore #seelismore #hft2025 #NRFoodHarvestFest #eatlocal #cheese #gourmetcheese #shoplocal #harvesttrail #foodies #lismore #feelnsw #artisancheese #northernriversfood @dhezi_deli
🧀🎶🎨 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🎨🎶🧀
A weekend of action in Lismore with Bull Throttle at the Lismore Showgrounds, the Harvest Food Festival Trail, live music, markets and MORE!
Celebrate Mum this Sunday with a nice meal, unique gift or pack a picnic and take her for a day out exploring our beautiful surrounds.
FRIDAY 9 MAY
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Lismore Regional Gallery Exhibition Opening, 11 Rural St, Lismore, 6pm-8pm
👉Bollywood Night, Masala Fusion, Lismore, 6pm-10pm
👉Live DJ: DJ Spex, Hotel Metropole, 8pm
👉Live Music: Ole Falcor, 5.30pm, DJ, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SATURDAY 10 MAY
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Harvest Food Festival - Lismore, Kyogle & Richmond Valley Spotlight, northernriversfood.org
👉Harvest Food Festival - Dhezi Deli Cheese Tasting, 87 Coleman St, Bexhill, 10am-6pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Katie Brooke Band, Northern Rivers Hotel, 3pm-6pm
👉Bull Throttle, Lismore Showgrounds, 4pm-8.30pm - POSTPONED
👉Live Music: DJ 2FT Tom, 6pm, Maximum Thrust, 8pm, Hotel Metropole
👉Live Music: Rochelle Lees, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Push Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SUNDAY 11 MAY
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉The Channon Craft Market, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm - CANCELLED
👉Harvest Food Festival - Dhezi Deli Cheese Tasting, 87 Coleman St, Bexhill, 10am-6pm
👉Harvest Food Festival - Lismore, Kyogle & Richmond Valley Spotlight, northernriversfood.org
👉Live Music: Khanage, Northern Rivers Hotel, 1pm-4pm
👉Live Music: The James Street Preachers, Eltham Hotel, 2.30pm-5.30pm
👉Pluckers & Poets Open Mic, 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
DON’T MISS THE LISMORE GEMFEST THIS MAY! 💎💎
We are getting excited for Australia’s largest Gem and Mineral Show `The Lismore Gemfest returning to Lismore Showgrounds this May.
With over 140 traders and dealers displaying gems, minerals, fossils, jewellery & equipment from all over the world, enjoy two massive days of this event.
👨👩👧👦 Bring the family along and fossick for treasure on the hill!
🏆 Over $1400 worth of lucky gate prizes to be won!
☕ Delicious food, drinks & coffee available.
🚗 Free onsite parking available at the Lismore Showgrounds, entrance via Dunoon Rd or jump on board a free shuttle bus from locations in the CBD.
🎫 Tickets are available at the gate, $5 for adults and $1 for children (under 12).
This is a fabulous event presented by the Lismore Gem & Lapidary Club.
📍 Lismore Showgrounds, 116 Alexandra Avenue, North Lismore
📅 Saturday 17 May (9am-5pm) & Sunday 18 May (9am-3pm)
For more information head to https://lismoregemfest.com.au/
Lismore Gemfest @lismoregemfest
#visitlismore #seelismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #lismoregemfest2025 #familyfun #feelnsw #visitnsw #gems #minerals
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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.
