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.

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.
GETTING BACK INTO THE SWING! 😍👏🙌👍
It`s Saturday and the sun is shining. It`s time to enjoy the outdoors or catch up with friends you`ve missed!
Rollerworld Lismore reopens today - a great family fun activity. Then pop into the Northern Rivers Hotel Lismore for a meal. Or ride the Rail Trail and grab a drink or something to eat at Two Mates Brewing.
There are cafes, shops and hotels open across Lismore, so get out enjoy 😆
Head to visitlismore.com.au for What`s On!
Keep tagging us and we`ll do our best to keep sharing.
Featured:
@hotelmetropolelismore
Two Mates Brewing
@rollerworldlismore
Northern Rivers Rail Trail
@36_chambers_skateshop
@lismore_garden_centre
Northern Rivers Hotel Lismore
The Bank Cafe, Lismore
@stepzfitnesslismore
@thesherwoodhotel
#shoplocal #shoplismore #supportlocal #communitystrong #Recovery #VisitNSW #FeelNew #NorthernRiversNSW #Ballina #Byron #Northernrivers #northcoast #nsw #australia #visitlismore

TODAY WE WELCOME BACK 🥁🥁🥁
A huge thank you to all the businesses that have reopened this week, there are more, and still more to come.
We will keep featuring all the great places to shop, dine and explore across Lismore. With the sun shining this weekend, get out and enjoy what`s on offer!
Keep tagging @visitlismore and we`ll do our best to keep sharing the love.
Featured:
@ghettobabestreeteats
Bohotopia - Lismore
@the_flavour_of_india_lismore
@benchtopespresso
@mamamoilismore
@littlepolli
@fundieswholefood
@thespottedpig_eat_drink_enjoy
@muddle_puddle_smore
@timbre.lismore
#shoplocal #shoplismore #supportlocal #communitystrong #Recovery #VisitNSW #FeelNew #NorthernRiversNSW #Ballina #Byron #Northernrivers #northcoast #nsw #australia #visitlismore

🎶🏎🎤 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🎤🏎🎶
After being cooped up last weekend, our challenge to you is to get out and try something new! Please share with us below where you visited and what you enjoyed! 👏👏
FRIDAY 14 MARCH
👉Live Theatre: Life Without Me, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Exhibition Opening: `Body Image` - Pete Wilson, Flourish Art Gallery, 5pm - 9pm
👉Live Music: Muireann Bradley and Jon Muq, Eltham Hotel, 6.30pm
👉Live Music: Ole Factor, 5.30pm, DJ Brento, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
👉Live Music: Dan Hannaford, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Mick Daley Band, Hotel Metropole, 7pm
👉Live Music: Hugo Jones \\ Tony Velvet, The Levee Lounge & Bar, 8pm
SATURDAY 15 MARCH
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm (Sat & Sun)
👉Workshop: Broom Making, Nimbin’s Sustainable Living Hub, 10.30am (bookings essential)
👉Lismore Speedway, Lismore Showgrounds, from 4.30pm
👉Live Music: Harry Nichols, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Theatre: Life Without Me, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Nathan Kaye Collective Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
👉Live Music: Cath Simes, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Shimon, The Levee Lounge & Bar, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Acid Bleed, The Channon Tavern, from 6pm
SUNDAY 16 MARCH
👉Live Theatre: Life Without Me, Rochdale Theatre, 2pm
👉Live Music: Mandy Hawkes Band, Eltham Hotel, 2.30pm-5.30pm
For more info on What`s On head to www.visitlismore.com.au
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

MORE BACK TODAY!! ☕🛍🥑💍👗
There is MORE open and ready to be rediscovered across Lismore.
Venture out and show our local businesses, growers and producers your love by shopping local, dining local and supporting locals! 👏👏
Featured: @bunyipslismore @thetridentfishandgrill trident @the_artisans_table @lismore.jewel.centre @toyworld_byronbay_lismore @essenceofhemp @lismore_pie_cart @thestockpotkitchen @hortonsfashion @lismore_produce_market
#shoplocal #shoplismore #supportlocal #communitystrong #Recovery #VisitNSW #FeelNew #NorthernRiversNSW #Ballina #Byron #Northernrivers #northcoast #nsw #australia

MORE MORE MORE OPEN TODAY!
Across Lismore more fabulous stores, cafes and restaurants are opening! 👏👏
Great to see so many people out having a coffee, catching up over lunch or picking up fresh supplies. 🍅🍆🥑🥦🍉🍓🍞🥖🧀💐🌺🌼
Share the love, reconnect and show your support for local! 🙌
Featured:
@thegardenplatecafe_
@forest.lismore
@daleys.homewares
The Vintage Punjab
@hangingrockflowers
Bowens Pies
@mother_tree_juicery
The Enchanted Florist
@eightbrothersbarbershop
@brightwaylighting
#shoplocal #shoplismore #supportlocal #communitystrong #Recovery #VisitNSW #FeelNew #NorthernRiversNSW #Ballina #Byron #Northernrivers #northcoast #nsw #australia #visitlismore

👏 OPEN & WELCOMING YOU BACK 👏
Great to see so many businesses in Lismore CBD open today, all in great spirits and happy to serve you!
Missing fresh baked bread, a barista coffee, or spoiling yourself with something nice?
Show your love and appreciation by shopping local and bringing MORE smiles to Lismore. 😍👌👏
Featured:
@melsmeltingmomentssoycandles
@pjs_fruitandveg
@187cantina
@labaracca_lismore
@planetmusicshop
@marygslismore
@simplysourdough2023
@intersportlismoreballina
@fashionprofilelismore
@swiftys_fresh_iluka_seafood
#shoplocal #visitlismore #shoplismore #supportlocal #communitystrong #Recovery #VisitNSW #FeelNew #NorthernRiversNSW #Ballina #Byron #Northernrivers #northcoast #nsw #australia

Open for business? Tag @visitlismore and we`ll help share and promote your business being back!
We celebrate all your hard work and efforts, now more than ever, it is time to show your appreciation by supporting local, shopping local, dining local - local, local local. 👏😍🙌✌️👌
#SupportLocal #CommunityStrong #CycloneAlfred #Recovery #visitlismore #VisitNSW #FeelNew #NorthernRiversNSW #Ballina #Byron #Northernrivers #northcoast #nsw #australia #visitnimbin

💜 HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY 💜
Today, we celebrate women everywhere – their strength, resilience and the powerful impact they have on communities, families and the world.
🌏 We honour the incredible women who shape our place – the artists, healers, activists, business owners, mothers, caregivers and change-makers who bring creativity, wisdom and heart to our community.
🌿 To all the women of Lismore and beyond – we see you, we celebrate you and we stand with you 💜
#internationalwomensday #iwd2025 #visitnimbin #visitlismore #experiencenimbin #womenofnimbin #womensupportingwomen #celebratingwomen #women

BE CHARMED IN CLUNES 🍾🥟🌿📖
Clunes is a fine example of a country village with vibe! Here is your guide to Clunes.
☕ The Clunes Store is the hub of the village. Enjoy a coffee, buy some fresh local produce, or grab a bottle of boutique wine from the cellar. Make sure to check out their weekly pop up nights featuring wood fired pizzas and gyozas – yum!
📚 Uncle Peter’s Books is a hidden gem. Book lovers can wander from room to room and peruse their incredible collection of second-hand books, perfect for your travels.
🍩 A visit to The Happy Doughnut is a must! Treat yourself to their mouth-watering selection of doughnuts including cinnamon, chocolate and fresh jam. These are organic, gut-friendly pieces of deliciousness!
🛍 House of Alwaans is a boutique store offering a vibrant array of handmade crafts and art from Arabia. From Moroccan rugs to beautiful home decor and artisanal products. Why not add a touch of elegance to your home.
🎨 Clunes is home to many of the region’s potters and artists. Check out a list of local studios and galleries here - https://www.visitlismore.com.au/plan-your-visit/seedo/arts-culture/galleries-studios/
For more inspiration, head to visitlismore.com.au
#visitlismore #seelismore #clunes #villagelife @clunesstore @unclepetersbooks @thehappydoughnut @houseofalwaans @byron_clay_workers_gallery

🎨🌿🎶 WHAT`S ON IN MARCH 🎶🌿🎨
Find out what`s happening with our March 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.../maps-brochures/
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

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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.