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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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Nimbin is like nowhere else, the alternative lifestyle capital of Australia, a place of natural beauty where sustainability and creativity reins supreme.
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in lismoreExperience Lismore’s rich culture and spirit through its festivals, community gatherings and signature events.
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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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🎶Warm Up with Live Music & Entertainment throughout June! 🎶
From intimate pub sessions and folk jams to festival stages and touring artists, there`s something for every music lover this month.
🎤 Featured Live Shows
✨ Hannah Stretton | 4 June, The Eltham Hotel
✨ Finding Magic: Irish Music & Storytelling | 6 June, Star Court Theatre
✨ Phoebe Go | 18 June, The Eltham Hotel
✨ Leah Senior | 27 June, The Eltham Hotel
🎉 Festival & Event Highlights
🎶 Mama Afrika Festival | 6 June
🏳️🌈 Tropical Fruits Pride Ball | 6 June, Clunes Hall
✨ Sonic Bloom: V13 - Regal Ravers | 6 & 7 June
🏮 Lismore Lantern Parade | 20 June, featuring the Heartbeats Festival Stage with a full day of local live music and entertainment.
🎸 Regular Live Music
🎶 Live music every Friday & selected Saturdays at Lismore Workers Club
🎶 Weekends sessions at The Levee Bar
🎶 Friday & Saturday live music at Hotel Lismore
🎶 Weekend tunes at The Northern Rivers Hotel
🎶 Weekend live music at The Channon Tavern
🎶 Sunday live musicians at The Eltham Hotel
🎶 Live music every Friday at Two Mates Brewing
🎷 Plus jazz, supper club performances, open mic nights, Irish folk jams and more throughout the month!
📅 Discover the full June line-up and start planning your next night out, head to Visit Lismore the official destination website.
#VisitLismore #LiveMusic #WhatsOnLismore #NorthernRiversNSW #SeeLismore #VisitNimbin #LiveEntertainment
WINTER EVENTS ACROSS LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES! 👏🎨🎶
Check out our Winter Events Calendar featuring signature events across Lismore and the Northern Rivers region. 🛹🎶🏮✨⚾🏌️♂️🍝
With so many exciting events coming up, now is the time to start planning your next visit. For inspiration on places to eat, shop, stay and explore, head to Visit Lismore, the official destination website.
👉Visiting in June? Our latest What`s On guide is packed with events, markets, workshops, entertainment and MORE! Download your copy at the link in bio.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #VisitNimbin
✨ Get creative and bring your imagination to life at this hands-on wearable art and lantern-decorating workshop! 🎭🏮
Dive into a treasure trove of quirky materials, fairy lights, masks, headdresses and `trash and treasure` goodies as you create your own glowing masterpiece.
Where: Lismore Regional Gallery
When: Saturday 6 June, 10am-2pm
Expect laughs, creativity, hot glue, fairy lights and a whole lot of community spirit.
🎟 Tickets are just $15 | Bookings Essential
📍 Suitable for adults and young people aged 16+
👉 Book your place today - https://lismoregallery.org/programs/wearable-art-and-lantern-decorating-workshop
#VisitLismore #LismoreLanternParade #WearableArt #NorthernRiversNSW #CreativeLismore #LightnUp #LismoreEvents
🎨🎶 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES 🎶🎨
Make the most of your weekend with creative workshops, live music, local markets, delicious eats and MORE! Be inspired, head to Visit Lismore for all your inspiration.
FRIDAY 29 MAY
👉Live Music: Blake Dantier, Two Mates Brewing, 4pm-7pm
👉Portchos pop-up kitchen & brews, Two Mates Brewing, from 5pm
👉Live Music: Milo Green, Lismore Workers Club, 6-9pm
👉Live Theatre: Family Values, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Adam Gardiner, 5.30pm, DJ Breno, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
👉Live Music: Rented Thug, The Levee Lounge & Bar, 8pm
SATURDAY 30 MAY
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Community Tree Planting: North Lismore Wetlands, 9.15am-11.30am
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Workshop: Keeping Meat Rabbits, Nimbin’s Sustainable Living Hub, 10.30am
👉Brews & Pies, Two Mates Brewing, from 12pm
👉Southern Fried Feast & Line Dancing, Clunes Store, 4pm
👉Workshop: Beaded Plant, the Artisans Table, 3pm-6pm
👉Live Show: Sound Lab 04, Lismore Regional Gallery, 6pm-9pm
👉Sit Down! Shut Up! Dinner with Iohne and Kate, Elevator ARI, 6pm
👉Live Music: Jock Barnes, Lismore Workers Club, 6-9pm
👉Live Music: Leanne’s Karaoke, Lismore Civic, 7pm
👉Live Theatre: Family Values, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music DJ: The Epic Party, Lismore Workers Club, 8pm
👉Live Music: Checkered Past Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 31 MAY
👉Nimbin Market, Nimbin Community Centre, 9am-3pm
👉Oil Painting Workshop, The Artisans Table, 10am-1pm
👉Portchos pop-up kitchen & brews, Two Mates Brewing, from 12pm
👉Live Theatre: Family Values, Rochdale Theatre, 2pm
👉Film: La Grazia, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Live Music: The Lonesome Boatmen, Eltham Hotel, 3pm
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
🏮 The moment everyone waits for… the Lismore Lantern Parade 🏮
In just over 3 weeks, as twilight falls, hundreds of glowing lanterns will weave through the streets of Lismore in one of Australia’s most loved community parades.
This magical procession brings together creativity, storytelling, music, and light in an unforgettable experience for all ages, featuring an all-day program filled with a whole day of fun.
❤️10.30am - 9pm: Market DeLight
❤️10.30am - 4.30pm: KidsFest
❤️ 10.30am - 10pm: Heartbeats Festival Stage
❤️5.30pm - 6.30pm: Lantern Parade
❤️ 6.30pm - 7.30pm: Fiery Finale
❤️8.30pm - late: After Parties
📅 Saturday 20 June | Lismore CBD
✨ For further event info or to buy tickets for the Fiery Finale 👉 https://www.lismorelanternparade.com.au/
#LanternParade #LismoreLanternParade #VisitLismore #northernriversevents
🌿 Unwind & Recharge in Lismore 🌿
After a big few days at the Baseball or exploring Primex, slow things down and make the most of your weekend.
There are plenty of ways to relax while you’re in town, here are some local tips:
🧖♀️ Relax at @bathespa_au
Treat yourself to a relaxing spa and wellness session at one of Lismore’s favourite relaxation spots.
🧘 Wellness & Meditation Experiences
Take a moment to reset with a calming sound healing session, meditation workshop, or even a cacao ceremony. For details, head to Visit Lismore and search ‘What’s On’.
☕ Nourishing Food
Take a break and refuel at a local café or restaurant, enjoy wholesome meals, great coffee or tasty specialty drinks. Our cafes offer a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere, the perfect place to unwind before continuing your adventures.
Slow down, take a breath and recharge while you are here! To discover more, head to Visit Lismore (link in bio).
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #Wellness
🎶 Lismore Stay & Play 🎶
After a day at the fields or walking the showgrounds, settle in for an evening of great food, live music and warm hospitality.
Our dining guide is the perfect tool to help you find our local eateries and cosy bars. Head to Visit Lismore and search Dining Guide for all your inspo.
👉Searching for MORE? Check out our `What`s On Guide` and be entertained while you are here, there is so much to enjoy.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #LocalEats #LiveMusic
✨ Family Fun in Lismore ✨
Looking for ways to keep the whole family entertained while you’re in town this week? From roller skating and movies to creative workshops and live entertainment, there’s plenty happening across Lismore for all ages.
Here are a few ideas to add to your itinerary:
🛼 Roll into @rollerworldlismore
Skating fun for kids, teens and adults with sessions running throughout the week.
🏓 Try Social Pickleball
Easy to learn, fun to play and great for all skill levels, the perfect activity for families and groups.
🎥 Catch a Film
Settle in for a movie at @lismorecinemas or the @theatrestarcourt
🎨 Get Creative
Discover a hands on local workshop with @the_artisans_table and @silt.studio.lismore .
🖼️ Explore Art
Immerse yourself in inspiring exhibitions at our local galleries.
🎶 Live Entertainment
Catch some live music, hit the dance floor and soak up the atmosphere at one of our local entertainment venues.
Make the most of your stay and discover MORE while you are here. Be inspired at Visit Lismore, the official destination website.
📸Image 2: Credit The Artisans Table
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW #FamilyFun
⚾🚜🎶 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES 🎶🚜⚾
There is so much happening this weekend with Primex and the Baseball Championships, live music, workshops and MORE! Start planning your weekend and have fun!
THURSDAY 21 MAY
👉Norco Primex Field Days, Lismore Showgrounds, 9am-4pm
👉NSW Baseball Aus Intermediate & Jnr Championships, Albert Park, baseballnsw.com.au (Thu-Mon)
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Thurs-Sun)
👉Lismore Produce Market, Northern Rivers Conservatorium Carpark, 152 Keen St, 3pm-6pm
👉Pies & Brews, Two Mate Brewing Taphouse, 3pm-8pm
FRIDAY 22 MAY
👉Norco Primex Field Days, Lismore Showgrounds, 9am-6.30pm
👉Portchos pop-up kitchen & brews, Two Mates Brewing, from 5pm
👉Workshop: Textured Art, The Artisans Table, 5.30pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Kia Noon, Lismore Workers Club, 6-9pm
👉Live Music & Pasta Night, Clunes Store, from 5pm
👉Live Music: Adam Hourigan, 5.30pm, DJ, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
👉Live Music: Maple Glider In Residence, Eltham Hotel, 7pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Rokustix Band, Lismore Civic, 8pm
👉Live Music: Liza + Mens Business, The Levee Lounge & Bar, 8pm
SATURDAY 23 MAY
👉Norco Primex Field Days, Lismore Showgrounds, 9am-4pm
👉Community Tree Planting & Bird Watching, Lismore Lake, 7.15am-11am
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Pies & Brews, Two Mate Brewing Taphouse, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Dan Grace, Lismore Civic, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Tubed Radio Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 24 MAY
👉Nimbin Market, Nimbin Community Centre, 9am-3pm
👉Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens Open Day, 313 Wyrallah Rd, 9.30am-1pm
👉Cacao Ceremony & Sound Journey Meditation, Apollo Hall, 10am-11am
👉Breathwork, Meditation & Sound Healing, Bathe Spa, Lismore, 12.30pm-3pm
👉Portchos pop-up kitchen & brews, Two Mates Brewing, from 12pm
👉Film: Somebody To Love, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Live Music: Slim Pickins, Eltham Hotel, 3pm
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
Welcome to everyone visiting Lismore this week for Primex and the Baseball Championships ⚾🚜
Between events, make time to explore the city’s creative spaces, cafes, galleries and local experiences.
☕ Start your day with a great coffee or signature chai
🎨 Explore local art and culture
🛍️ Discover unique local shops
🍷 Wind down with dinner, drinks and live music.
There’s always something happening in Lismore! Explore our local guides, events and MORE at Visit Lismore, the official destination website!
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #LocalEats #LocalArt #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW
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