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

Get ready, this much-loved event is back on
15 November 2025!


Join us for an unforgettable day of fantastic food, live music, food filled activities, competitions,  and fun for the whole family.


Check out all the delicious details here!

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. 

Nov 8

Nov 8 - Nov 9

Lismore Cycling Festival

Northern Rivers Cycling Club, in cooperation with Lismore City Council, is thrilled to host the 2025 Lismore Cycling Festival! ​​ Come along for an action-packed weekend that has something for everyone! Indulge in delicious food stalls, explore the

Nov 15

Nov 15

Norco Eat The Street – Lismore

After a four-year break, Lismore’s signature food festival returns. Keen Street and the Lismore Quad will come alive and be transformed with food stalls, live music, performances and family-friendly fun. Norco Eat the Street will showcase Lismore’s local

Dec 5

Dec 5 - Dec 24

Lismore Elf Hunt

Gift more with family as your kids hunt for cheeky elves in Lismore shop windows throughout December, with prizes to be won! Families can collect activity sheets from Santa’s Wonderland, Scoops & Candy or Toy World before embarking

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 the table for NORCO Eat the Street?  Here's just a taste of what's being dished up...

CASH prizes, giveaways, free tastings, LIVE music, FREE family fun and so much more!

🎯SATURDAY 15 NOVEMBER | 12PM - 7PM | KEEN ST, LISMORE

Find all the delicious at Eat the Street, Link in the BIO.

#visitlismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #norcoeatthestreet #anniescountrybakery #thelismorepiecart #benchtopespresso #pieeatingcontest #enjoylismore #seelismore
🎨🎶🍜 WHAT'S ON IN NOVEMBER 🍜🎶 🎨 

Find out what's happening with our November What's On Guide, featuring events, tours and activities, entertainment, local attractions, markets and more.

Download and save a copy to your device, or print responsibly here 
https://www.visitlismore.com.au/visitor.../whats-on-guide/

👉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-information/contact-us/ (link in bio)

💻 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
🎨🎶🎃 WHAT'S ON IN LISMORE 🎃🎶🎨

It is set to be another big weekend in Lismore with the Lismore Speedway returning for their upcoming season, spooky Halloween fun, workshops, live music and more!

FRIDAY 31 OCTOBER
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Farm Gate Café at Nimbin Valley Dairy: Coffee, cheese, fresh eats, fully licensed, 392 Tuntable Falls Rd, 8am-2pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Halloween Fog Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Adam Harpaz, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Halloween at the Nimbin Bush Theatre, from 5pm
👉Live Theatre: The Female of the Species, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Halloween – Andy Jans-Brown, 5.30pm, DJ Dakota, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore

SATURDAY 1 NOVEMBER
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Workshop: Punch Needle, The Artisans Table, 10am-12pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Audeo 2.0 – Halloween Special, Nimbin Bush Theatre, from 3pm
👉Lismore Speedway Season Opener, Lismore Showgrounds, from 4pm
👉Northern Rivers Karaoke, Dunoon Sports Club, 6pm
👉Workshop: Beads and Bubbles, The Artisans Table, 5pm-7pm
👉Halloween Fog Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Theatre: The Female of the Species, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Sylvie with Jack Davies, Eltham Hotel, 7pm

SUNDAY 2 NOVEMBER
👉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
👉Live Theatre: The Female of the Species, Rochdale Theatre, 2pm
👉Film: The Stolen Painting, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Lismore Jazz Club, Lismore City Bowling Club, 2pm-5pm
👉Workshop: Gosu Platter Painting Workshop, The Artisans Table, 3pm-5.30pm
👉Live Show: Lonesome Boatmen, Eltham Hotel, 4pm-6.30pm

#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw
Register now for the Lismore Cycling Festival 🚲 

Get ready for an action-packed weekend of cycling with the Lismore Cycling Festival coming soon to Lismore! Whether you are a seasoned pro or a casual rider, there is plenty of fun for everyone!

🌟 Saturday Highlights | Twilight Crit Race: Feel the adrenaline as you race through the streets of Lismore under the evening sky. It’s fast, it’s thrilling, and it’s a must-see event!

🌟 Sunday Highlights: Join one of the Fondo Events and ride through Lismore’s stunning countryside with routes to suit all levels.

👉 Gran Fondo (110km)
👉 Medio Fondo (70km)
👉 Piccolo Fondo (25km)

Register now and start planning your epic weekend of fun and cycling adventures in Lismore! For event information and registrations, head to https://www.nrcc.org.au/lismore-cycling-festival-2025 (link in bio)

📆 8-9 November
📍 Oakes Oval (Adam Gilchrist Pavilion), 144 Magellan Street, Lismore

#visitlismore #seelismore #northernriverscyclingclub #lismorecitycouncil @nr_cycling_club
It's a Wrap! The 2025 Rural Women's Gathering in Lismore. 

Thank you to everyone that came together for an incredible weekend. To our speakers, organisers, volunteers, sponsors, local businesses and every woman who travelled from near and far—thank you for sharing your stories, your wisdom, and your strength.
🎉 Pie Eating Competition at NORCO Eat the Street🥧

Lismore is famous for its pies, from flaky crusts to mouth watering fillings, we’re the proud home of The Great Pie Trail and some of the best pies in the country. Who doesn’t love a good pie?

Put your pie passion to the test!

📍 Keen Street, Lismore
📅 Saturday, 15 November
💸FREE to enter, sign up on the day, limited entries!

🧁 12:30PM: MINI MUNCHERS ROUND, sponsored by Lismore Pie Cart
👧 Kids Heat (Under 12) – Prizes to be won!
👧 Teen Heat (Ages 13–17) – Prizes to be won!

🥧 1:00PM: THE GREAT PIE FACE-OFF, sponsored by Annie's Country Bakery
👨‍🍳 Adult Heats (Ages 18+), two rounds of fierce pie-feasting.
👉Fastest 3 from each heat head to the Champion Chomp-Off!

🏆 3:30PM: CHAMPION CHOMP-OFF,  sponsored by Annie's Country Bakery
👉Be the quickest to eat your pie and wash it down with a cold Norco Chocolate Milk to win!

🎖️ 1st Prize – $300
🎖️ 2nd Prize – $150
🎖️ 3rd Prize – $50

🔥 Bring your appetite 🎉 Bring your game face 🥧 Claim your pie-eating glory!

#visitlismore  @lismorepiecart  #pieeatingcontest @anniescountrybakery @eatthestreetlismore

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.