Enjoy more this christmas in Lismore
Lismore welcomes you to discover its Christmas magic – from unique gifts, fabulous dining, fun and creativity for all!
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December 5 - December 21
Santa’s Wonderland
CheerMORE and meet the Jolly Man in Red in the magical Santa’s Wonderland at Lismore Regional Gallery, 5-21 December. See when Santa’s in and book your photos here!
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All December
Elf Hunt
EnjoyMORE with your family and take the kids on an elf hunt to find cheeky elves hiding in Lismore shop windows throughout December with prizes to be won!
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December 6, 13, 20
Pawtraits
EnjoyMORE and capture memorable moments with the whole family this Christmas. Book you Pawtraits with your furry loved ones.
Held in the Lismore Quad.
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December
CWA Christmas Wrapping
GiftMORE this Christmas and have your gifts beautifully wrapped by the Lismore CWA, located on Magellan Street throughout December. Gold coin donation appreciated.
Discover MORE festive cheer, events and fun for all
SHOP, SPIN & WIN
Our Shop, Spin and Win giveaway has now concluded.
We had so much fun sharing the love by giving away thousands of dollars worth of Loving Local Gift Cards to say thank you for shopping local.
Loving Local Gift Cards are a meaningful way to shop local, support local and give back.
Find the list of participating stores here.
YOUR GUIDE TO SHOPPING IN LISMORE
HUNGRY FOR MORE?
The Countdown is on for Groovin the Moo! 🎶🐮
Alright Groovers, it’s now less than two weeks until the big event and we are pumped for this all-star line up to hit the stage at Oakes Oval.
👉So, we want to hear from you!
Which performer are you most excited to see? Share it with us in the comments below, let’s get excited!
🎟 Still haven’t got your tickets? There’s still time, head to Groovin the Moo website to secure yours now, you don’t want to miss out! See link in bio.
📆 Saturday, 9 May
⏰ 11am-10pm
👪 This is an all ages event.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #GroovinTheMoo #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW #LismoreCityCouncil @groovinthemoo
Find your cosy spot in Lismore! ☕📖🧁🍷
As the cooler days start to roll in, it’s got us thinking about life’s simple comforts.
From warm drinks and hearty meals to sweet treats that somehow taste even better as the season starts to change.
So tell us… where’s your go to spot?
🌟Is it a hidden gem with comfy chairs and a place to lounge around?
🌟A place that makes the perfect chai or hot chocolate?
🌟Somewhere you can sit for hours with a book or share a drink with a friend?
🌟A place that has something on the menu you are craving all season long?
Share your favourite spot with us below and tell us why you love it!
📸 Photo Credit: Image 2: @timbre.lismore , Image 5: @forest.lismore, Image 6: @labaracca_lismore
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #VisitNimbin #CosySpots #CosyCafes
🌺LEST WE FORGET🌺
They shall grow not old,
as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them,
nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun
and in the morning
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.
Calling all theatre lovers, step into the magic of the 1930`s 💃🏻✨
The Lismore Theatre Company’s latest production The Glass Menagerie opens tonight, an immersive experience transforming the Rochdale Theatre into a 1930`s dance hall.
This is a theatre classic, taking us back in time and bringing to life memories of a family shaped by love, sacrifice, and the struggle to break free.
💃 Enjoy live ballroom dancers at every performance, you can even join in and dance too!
🎶 Listen to a specially crafted 1930`s playlist
👗 Get dressed up in your best 1930`s fancy clothes and immerse yourselves in the Paradise Hall experience.
Bring a friend and enjoy this wonderful production where you can expect laughter, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments by this incredible cast.
📆 Shows from 24 April-10 May
🎟 $30 Adults | $25 Concession - Visit Lismore Theatre Company`s website for tickets.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #LismoreTheatreCompany
@lismoretheatrecompany
🎨🎶 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE, NIMBIN & VILLAGES 🎶🎨
There is plenty to keep you entertained across the weekend. Be inspired to try a new experience, enjoy a live show, dance into the weekend or relax and unwind.
🎶 Don’t miss the Homegrown Hero Live Finals for Groovin The Moo this Friday with the winner claiming their spot on the big stage in May!
FRIDAY 24 APRIL
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Workshop: Gemstone & Wire Tree of Life, The Artisans Table, 5.30pm-8pm
👉Film: Downfall, Nimbin Bush Theatre, from 5.30pm
👉Live Music: Kai Noon, Lismore Workers Club, 6pm
👉Planet Music’s Homegrown Hero Live Finals for Groovin The Moo, Lismore Workers Club, 7pm
👉Live Music: Adam Gardiner, 5.30pm, DJ Dakoda, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
👉Live Theatre: The Glass Menagerie, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
SATURDAY 25 APRIL
👉Anzac Day Dawn Service, Lismore Cenotaph, 5am
👉Anzac Day Main March, Molesworth St, Lismore, 9am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Workshop: Coffee & Clay, Silt Studio, 10am
👉Live Theatre: The Glass Menagerie, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Cath Simes Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
👉Various events held at our pubs and clubs for Anzac Day, check their pages directly for what’s on.
SUNDAY 26 APRIL
👉Nimbin Market, Nimbin Community Centre, 9am
👉Cacao Ceremony & Sound Journey Meditation, Apollo Hall, Lismore, 10am
👉Youth Week: Listen Up!, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Breathwork, Meditation, Sound Healing Journey & Spa, Bathe Spa, 12.30pm
👉Live Theatre: The Glass Menagerie, Rochdale Theatre, 2pm
👉Film: Calle Malaga, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
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.
#VisitLismore #VisitNimbin #lismorecitycouncil
Homegrown Hero Live Finals This Friday! 👏👏
The stage is set, who will claim Planet Music`s Homegrown Hero slot at Groovin the Moo?
Make sure you come down to the Lismore Workers Club this Friday and help decide which local artist will take to the big stage this May!
It is shaping up to be an unforgettable night, with these incredible acts going head-to-head for their shot in the spotlight!
🎤 Human Dinosaur Machine -
@humandinosaurmachine
🎤 Mr Rhodes - @mrrhodesmusic
🎤 Sun Wilde - @sunwildemusic
🎤 Nazaré - @nazare_music
This is a FREE all ages event and one you don’t want to miss. See link in bio to register your spot!
📆Friday 24 April, 7pm
📍Lismore Workers Club Auditorium | Keen St, Lismore
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #GroovinTheMoo @groovinthemoo @planetmusicshop
Get ready to sparkle, the Lismore Gemfest returns this May!💎💎
The countdown is on as this much loved event returns for two dazzling days celebrating gemstones, minerals, fossils, jewellery and lapidary supplies.
👪Bring the whole family along and fossick for treasure on the hill, you never know what you might find!
🏆Lucky gate prizes to be won!
☕Delicious food, drinks and coffee to enjoy.
🚗On site parking available at the Lismore Showgrounds, via Dunoon Road.
🚌FREE shuttle bus services from the Lismore CBD.
Discover incredible exhibitors from across the region and beyond and experience a fun filled day for the whole family. Mark your calendars and don’t miss this it!
📆 16-17 May
📍 Lismore Showgrounds
🎟 Entry $5 Adults, $1 children. Tickets only at the gate on the day.
For more information, head to @lismoregemfest
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #LismoreGemfest
🥧 Pie Trail Spotlight: The Channon Tavern🥧
The Channon Tavern is a relaxed, family friendly hub where locals and visitors alike are welcomed like old friends.
A standout on Lismore’s Great Pie Trail, make a stop and indulge in their much loved country pub pie. Delicious slow cooked beef and mushroom simmered in Coopers Dark Ale, topped with golden, flaky pastry that melts in your mouth. Need we say more?
Spread out and make yourself at home with their outdoor seating area, cosy couches by the fireplace, pool tables inside, and a jungle gym to keep the kids entertained.
With live music every weekend, The Channon Tavern is the perfect place to unwind, connect, and soak up the unique charm of this historic village.
📍51 Terania Steet, The Channon
⏰Tuesday-Sunday from 12pm
Hungry for more? Head to the Visit Lismore destination website and search pie trail to discover MORE pies!
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #PieTrail #TheChannonTavern @thechannontav
#14 Homegrown Happenings: Sunday plans in Lismore! ☀☕🛹 Discover MORE closer to home!
It’s finals day in Lismore for Rumble on the River, but first, why not explore MORE of Lismore. Here are some suggestions for your Sunday.
☕ Stop in town and pick up coffee or breakfast from one of our local cafes, here are some local Sunday tips:
📍 @thebankcafelismore
📍 @darkhorseespresso
📍 @benchtopespressolismore
📍 @reasonabledoubtsociety
🎨 Explore vibrant stalls at the Lismore City Bowlo Markets and discover unique treasures and locally made products.
🚂 Have you got kids with energy to burn? Head to Heritage Park and let the kids climb, run and play on hop on board the miniature train and enjoy a fun ride around the park.
🖼 Take some time to visit the Lismore Regional Gallery and immerse yourself in this beautiful gallery while you wander through their current exhibitions. @lismoreregionalgallery
🛹 Make your way to the Lismore Skatepark for all the finals day action and watch skaters go head to head showcasing some incredible tricks and skills! @rumble.sb
For more information head to Lismore’s destination website, Visit Lismore.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #RumbleOnTheRiver
#13. Homegrown Happenings: Nimbin & our villages! 🌈🌿
Discover MORE closer to home!
Are you visiting for Rumble? There is more to enjoy across Lismore! Here we share some highlights and local tips to our villages!
🌈 Nimbin is Australia’s alternative lifestyle capital, a vibrant village filled with unique murals and colourful local characters. Take your time to wander the main street and discover what makes this village so unique.
🎶 The Eltham Hotel is located just 15 minutes from Lismore and it is a country pub with a vibe! A great place to pull up a seat to eat and drink or enjoy live music.
☕ Clunes is one of those special villages that oozes style and charm! Enjoy a coffee and something to eat at The Clunes Store and Cafe, then browse Uncle Peter’s Books, home to over 25,000 second-hand books.
🧀 Stop in at Bexhill and pick up local goodies from Dhezi Deli and the Bexhill General Store and enjoy the panoramic views from Bexhill Open Air Cathedral!
🥧 A hidden gem in the small village of Modanville, Annie`s Country Bakery is famous for its pies, Vietnamese Banh Mi and delicious baked goods!
🌿 The Channon Tavern is your relaxed, family friendly hub! Great food, country hospitality and space for the kids to play while you relax. Make a day of it and visit Protesters Falls while you are there too!
For more inspiration on things to see and do while you are here, head to the destination website, Visit Lismore.
#VisitLismore #SeeLismore #Villages #VisitNimbin
