Discover the cReative heArts of the Northern Rivers.
Home to one of Australia’s most vibrant creative communities, this trail takes you into the studios, galleries and creative spaces that make our region so unique.
From contemporary exhibitions to colourful laneways, workshops and events, there’s something for every kind of explorer.
Take your time. Enjoy the ride.
Featured Events
hands-on workshops
Galleries + Featured Attractions
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A thank you to these contributors
Lismore Regional Gallery and Friends of the Gallery
A cornerstone of cultural life in the Northern Rivers region, the gallery champions the transformative power of art.
Thank you for your valued support and contribution to the development of the Arts and Culture Trail, helping to celebrate and connect the rich arts and cultural experiences of our region.
Arts Northern Rivers
Thank you to Arts Northern Rivers for their support and contribution to the development of the Art and Culture Trail. Their dedication to strengthening arts and culture in the region has been instrumental in helping us create a meaningful guide for all to enjoy.
Studio Troppo
Thank you to Studio Troppo for their valued partnership throughout the design and consultation process. Their creativity, insight, and dedication to listening to community voices have helped bring the Art and Culture Trail to life in a meaningful and inspiring way.
Nimbin Sustainable Living Hub and Nimbin Chamber
For their valued contribution and for helping ensure Nimbin’s unique character and cultural identity are reflected in the Art and Culture Trail.
NORPA
We gratefully acknowledge NORPA for their support and involvement in the development of the Arts and Culture Trail. Their leadership in the performing arts and commitment to fostering creativity and cultural participation have been an important contribution to this initiative.
Flourish Gallery
Thank you to Flourish Gallery for their participation in this project and for their ongoing support of arts and culture in our region.
Lismore Lantern Parade
Thank you to festival organisers for your input, guidance and feedback on behalf of Lismore’s dynamic events community.
Holly Ahern & Eden Crawford-Harriman
For sharing with us the image on the front cover of ‘You Are Here’ sculpture, and for being so incredibly talented.
Dr Roslyn Derrett OAM
We gratefully acknowledge Dr Roslyn Derrett for her guidance. Her expertise, insight, and longstanding commitment to arts, culture, and community events and development have greatly enriched this project.
Ballina Shire Council, Byron Shire Council, Tweed Shire Council, Kyogle Council, Clarence Valley Council and Richmond Valley Council
We extend our sincere thanks to our neighbouring councils for their support, collaboration, and shared commitment to strengthening art and culture across the region. By working together to develop connected art and culture trails, we are helping to celebrate our diverse communities, showcase local creativity, and create richer cultural experiences for residents and visitors alike.
Final weekend to see the (Re)Create Scuplture Exhibition 🌿🎨
There are only three days left to visit this incredible exhibition at the Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens.
Be inspired by these local creatives and how they have transformed recycled, found and natural materials into creative works of art.
Come along, spark your imagination and discover how you can you re-create something wonderful using recycled materials.
Featured works:
🎨Bec Graveson - "Black Bass" (detail from "Blue Yabbies and Black Bass")
🎨Arlo Blore-Jones and Joel Lammers - "Garry the Snail"
🎨David Thamm - "Flourish and Grow"
🎨Caroline Bett - "The Watcher"
📍Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens | 313 Wyrallah Rd, Monaltrie
⏰Friday, 7.30am-3.30pm | Sat & Sun, 9am-4pm
🎟 FREE Entry
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🎡🎨 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES 🎨🎡
There is lots happening around Lismore this weekend with the annual show, final weekend of the (Re) Create Sculpture Exhibition, live theatre, workshops, music and MORE.
FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Show, Lismore Showgrounds, from 8.30am-9pm
👉(Re) Create Sculpture Exhibition, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 7.30am-3.30pm
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Workshop: Friday Clay, Silt Studio, 10am & 1pm
👉Fugazi Fridays, Clunes Store, starting from 3.30pm
👉Film: The Death of Stalin, Nimbin Bush Theatre, from 5.30pm
👉Live Music: Tommy Memphis, Lismore Workers Club, 6-9pm
👉Live Theatre: A Doll’s House, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Dan Hannaford, Lismore Civic, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: JB’s Blues Breakers, The Channon Tavern, 7pm-10pm
SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Show, Lismore Showgrounds, from 8.30am-9pm
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉(Re) Create Sculpture Exhibition, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 9am-4pm
👉Workshop: Christmas Clay Minis, Silt Studio, 9.30am, 11.30am, 2pm
👉Workshop: Lantern Making, Nimbin’s Sustainable Living Hub, 10.30am-12.30pm
👉Wandering as Art with River Mueller, Lismore Regional Gallery, 2pm
👉Live Theatre: A Doll’s House, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉DJ 2FtTom, Flow Bar, Lismore, 9pm-midnight
👉Nagana Yarrbayn: The Water Protectors Gathering, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 1pm-5pm
SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Show, Lismore Showgrounds, from 8.30am-9pm
👉Lismore City Bowlo Markets, Lismore City Bowling Club, 9am-1pm
👉(Re) Create Sculpture Exhibition, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 9am-4pm
👉Live Music: Jumbuckin Pick Ups, The Channon Tavern, 1.30pm-4.30pm
👉Live Theatre: A Doll’s House, Rochdale Theatre, 2pm-4.30pm
👉Live Music: Jack Davies, Eltham Hotel, 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.
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🤩 IT’S SHOW TIME! 🎡🤩
The Lismore Show kicks off tomorrow bringing three massive days of entertainment and family fun. Gather your friends and family and join us for some fun at the show!
Don’t miss all the action!
🦙 Petting Zoo & reptile world
🎡 Rides, games and showbags
🏍️ FMX Bikes, Monster Trucks and Jetpack
🎪 Ashton Circus
🐃 Rodeo featuring bull riding, barrel racing and boot-scootin’ line dancing! (Saturday only)
🐄 Cattle, Poultry
🚚 30 Tonne Truck Pull
🐕 Championship Dogs & Equestrian events ☕️ Coffee and food trucks
🎶 Live Music
🎇 Fireworks Spectacular every night!
Plus so much more to explore in the pavilions, kids activities, woodchop competition and more!
Check out the full program and start planning your show day line up at North Coast National
📍 Lismore Showgrounds, 116 Alexandra Ave
📅 15-17 October
📸 North Coast National
#visitlismore #seelismore #northcoastnational #lismoreshow @northcoastnational
Voices of the River: Special Film Screening 🎬
A powerful evening of short films sharing Bundjalung voices and stories of the river is coming to the Star Court Theatre.
Films featuring on screen:
🎥 Remembering Water
🎥 Guung Butherun
🎥 Cubawee: A Place of Plenty
🎥 The Crossing
Come along to hear the stories and join the conversation with a panel discussion to follow with Mitch King as MC.
Presented by @jagunalliance through Heal the Rivers, as part of Richmond RiverFest 2026.
📍 Star Court Theatre | 126 Molesworth St, Lismore
📆 Thursday, 22 October
⏰ 6pm-8.30pm
🎟 Adults - $5, MOB - Free
For more information and to get your tickets, visit the Star Court Theatre.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #RichmondRiverFest2026 @mitchking27 @bundjalung.aari @amarina.toby @richmondriverkeeper @theatrestarcourt
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The Channon Craft Market 50th Anniversary is on TODAY! 👏🎉
Come and celebrate this incredible milestone, 50 years of memories, creativity and community from then until now!
👋Meet many of the regions wonderful local growers and makers
🎶Enjoy live music and entertainment
🥟Delicious local eats
☕Relax and enjoy a cuppa at the famous Chai Tent
🎨Discover unique handmade treasures
📍Coronation Park, The Channon
⏰Today, 9am-3pm
While you are visiting, why not explore a little more of The Channon!
🍻 Stop by The Channon Tavern for a bite to eat, live music or a refreshing drink.
💦 Enjoy a nature walk and visit the stunning Protesters Falls
🧀 Pop into The Channon General Store to pick up local supplies and goodies to take with you on your travels.
Come along, share your stories and make new memories at The Channon.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #TheChannonCraftMarket #TheChannonTavern #TheChannonGeneralStore @the.channon.craft.market @thechannontavern
Looking for your next weekend adventure? 🌿💦🥾
Whether you love nature walks, chasing waterfalls or simply spending time in the great outdoors, there’s MORE to discover in the region.
From village strolls to rainforest tracks and National Park adventures, our local guides are packed with inspiration to help you discover somewhere new.
👉Check out our local guides section at Visit Lismore and start planning your next weekend adventure!
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #Nature #TheGreatOutdoors #Walks #NationalParks #Waterfalls #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW
⚽🎨 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES 🎨⚽
Get ready for an big weekend with the 50th Anniversary of The Channon Craft Market, Brisbane Roar vs Broadmeadow Magic at Crozier Field plus live music, art, markets, theatre and MORE!
FRIDAY 9 OCTOBER
👉(Re) Create Sculpture Exhibition, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 7.30am-3.30pm
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Colour Me Crazy Fun Run, Crozier Field, Lismore, 10am-2pm
👉Workshop: Friday Clay, Silt Studio, 10am & 1pm
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin Town Hall, 10am-4pm
👉Fugazi Fridays, Clunes Store, starting from 3.30pm
👉Film: Paris Texas, Nimbin Bush Theatre, from 5.30pm
👉Bonsai & Brews Workshop, Two Mates Brewing, 6pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Adam Harpaz, Lismore Workers Club, 6pm
👉Film: Rocky Horror Picture Show, Star Court Theatre, 7pm
👉Opening Night: A Doll’s House, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Karaoke with Maryanne, Lismore Civic, 7.30pm
SATURDAY 10 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Clay Northern Rivers Ceramic Market, Elevator Ari, 8am-3pm
👉(Re) Create Sculpture Exhibition, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 9am-4pm (Sat & Sun)
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin Town Hall, 10am-4pm
👉Oktoberfest at the Northern Rivers Hotel, 1pm-6pm
👉Live Music: Ally Palmer, Lismore Workers Club, 6pm
👉Couples Clay Night, Silt Studio, 6pm
👉Live Theatre: A Doll’s House, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Wear The Fox Hat, Lismore Civic, 8pm
SUNDAY 11 OCTOBER
👉The Channon Craft Market 50th Anniversary, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm
👉Brisbane Roar vs Broadmeadow Magic, Crozier Field, Lismore, kick off at 12.30pm
👉Cacao Ceremony & Sound Journey Meditation, Nimbin Bush Theatre, 10am-11.30am
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin Town Hall, 10am-4pm
👉Live Music: Tony Mango, The Channon Tavern, 1.30pm-4.30pm
👉Live Theatre: A Doll’s House, Rochdale Theatre, 2pm-4.30pm
👉Live Music: Mandy Hawkes, Eltham Hotel, 4pm
👉Pluckers & Poets Open Mic, Dunoon Sports Club, 4pm
#VisitLismore #VisitNimbin #LismoreCityCouncil
Ngunya Jarjum’s iconic Colour Me Crazy Colour Run is back at Oakes Oval!
📍 Oakes Oval, Lismore
📅 Friday 9 October 2026 | 10:00am to 2:00pm
🎟️ FREE entry for everyone
🏃 Under 7’s run at 10:30am | Open session for all ages at 11:30am
🍔 FREE BBQ lunch served up from 12:30pm
🎶 Music, prizes, and tons of colourful fun for the whole community
Whether you`re running through the colour stations or just coming along to enjoy the day, gather the family and come on down!
#VisitLismore #ColourMeCrazy2026 #ChildProtectionWeek
⚽BRISBANE ROAR VS BROADMEADOW MAGIC THIS SUNDAY! ⚽
Lismore, are you ready? Brisbane Roar are returning to take on NNSW premiers Broadmeadow Magic FC at Crozier Field.
Don’t miss your chance to catch A-League talent up close as these two sides go head-to-head! Bring your family and friends and come along to experience an action-packed preseason clash.
🎟 Grandstand tickets are selling fast, secure yours now (link in bio).
📆 Sunday, 11 October
⏰ Kick-off at 12.30pm
📍 Crozier Field, Lismore
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #BrisbaneRoad #BroadmeadowMagicFC
Final weeks to discover the (Re)Create Exhibition! 🎨🌿
Take a wander through the beautiful Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens and discover an incredible collection of sculptures crafted by talented local artists using recycled, found and natural materials.
With artworks tucked throughout the gardens, there’s something new to discover around every corner.
✨Whether you’re a local, visiting or looking for something to do with the kids, pack a picnic, let these unique artworks spark their creativity and enjoy a day at the gardens.
Don’t miss your chance to experience (Re)Create before the exhibition ends!
📍 Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens | 313 Wyrallah Rd, Monaltrie
📆 Daily until 18 October
⏰ Weekdays 7.30-3.30pm, Weekends 9am-4pm
🎟 FREE Entry
For more information, visit https://www.visitlismore.com.au/operator/recreate-sculpture-exhibition/
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW #LocalArt #LismoreRainforestBotanicGardens #RecycledArt @friendslrbg
