School Holiday Guide
DEC 14
December 14
Northern Rivers Rail Trail – Lismore to Bentley Official Opening
The Lismore to Bentley section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail officially opens this December.
Lismore can’t wait to welcome you to experience the trail.
Dec
4-22
December 4 - December 22
Santa’s Wonderland
CheerMORE and meet the Jolly Man in Red in the magical Santa’s Wonderland at Lismore Regional Gallery, 4-22 December. You can see when Santa’s in and book your photos here!
DEC
All December
Elf Hunt
GiftMORE with family as your kids hunt cheeky elves in Lismore shop windows throughout December! Pick up activity sheets at Santa’s Wonderland or one of the Lismore Pop-Up Libraries, with prizes to win.
keep the kids entertained here
places the kids might like to shop
places the kids might like to eat
CALLING ALL CHEESE LOVERS!! 🧀🧀🧀
As part of the Harvest Food Trail this weekend, visit Dhezi Deli in the charming village of Bexhill and discover their exceptional selection of over 250 cheeses and gourmet groceries sourced locally and from around the world.
👉 Discover a remarkable array of products and in store tastings as well as expert culinary guidance on utilising their gourmet ingredients.
🧀 Dhezi Deli`s complimentary cheese tasting experience provides a unique journey from origin to table, enhanced by perfectly paired condiments, many of which are made exclusively for Dhezi Deli by local farmers and artisan producers.
💐 Spoil Mum with a range of unique special gifts and hampers available for Mother’s Day.
📍 87 Coleman Street, Bexhill
📆 Saturday and Sunday, 10-11 May
⏰ 10am-6pm
💻 Visit www.harvestfestival.org.au for more info!
#visitlismore #seelismore #hft2025 #NRFoodHarvestFest #eatlocal #cheese #gourmetcheese #shoplocal #harvesttrail #foodies #lismore #feelnsw #artisancheese #northernriversfood @dhezi_deli
🧀🎶🎨 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🎨🎶🧀
A weekend of action in Lismore with Bull Throttle at the Lismore Showgrounds, the Harvest Food Festival Trail, live music, markets and MORE!
Celebrate Mum this Sunday with a nice meal, unique gift or pack a picnic and take her for a day out exploring our beautiful surrounds.
FRIDAY 9 MAY
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Lismore Regional Gallery Exhibition Opening, 11 Rural St, Lismore, 6pm-8pm
👉Bollywood Night, Masala Fusion, Lismore, 6pm-10pm
👉Live DJ: DJ Spex, Hotel Metropole, 8pm
👉Live Music: Ole Falcor, 5.30pm, DJ, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SATURDAY 10 MAY
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Harvest Food Festival - Lismore, Kyogle & Richmond Valley Spotlight, northernriversfood.org
👉Harvest Food Festival - Dhezi Deli Cheese Tasting, 87 Coleman St, Bexhill, 10am-6pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Katie Brooke Band, Northern Rivers Hotel, 3pm-6pm
👉Bull Throttle, Lismore Showgrounds, 4pm-8.30pm
👉Live Music: DJ 2FT Tom, 6pm, Maximum Thrust, 8pm, Hotel Metropole
👉Live Music: Rochelle Lees, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Push Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SUNDAY 11 MAY
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉The Channon Craft Market, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm
👉Harvest Food Festival - Dhezi Deli Cheese Tasting, 87 Coleman St, Bexhill, 10am-6pm
👉Harvest Food Festival - Lismore, Kyogle & Richmond Valley Spotlight, northernriversfood.org
👉Live Music: Khanage, Northern Rivers Hotel, 1pm-4pm
👉Live Music: The James Street Preachers, Eltham Hotel, 2.30pm-5.30pm
👉Pluckers & Poets Open Mic, Dunoon Sports Club, 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 - https://www.atdw.com.au/
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw
DON’T MISS THE LISMORE GEMFEST THIS MAY! 💎💎
We are getting excited for Australia’s largest Gem and Mineral Show `The Lismore Gemfest returning to Lismore Showgrounds this May.
With over 140 traders and dealers displaying gems, minerals, fossils, jewellery & equipment from all over the world, enjoy two massive days of this event.
👨👩👧👦 Bring the family along and fossick for treasure on the hill!
🏆 Over $1400 worth of lucky gate prizes to be won!
☕ Delicious food, drinks & coffee available.
🚗 Free onsite parking available at the Lismore Showgrounds, entrance via Dunoon Rd or jump on board a free shuttle bus from locations in the CBD.
🎫 Tickets are available at the gate, $5 for adults and $1 for children (under 12).
This is a fabulous event presented by the Lismore Gem & Lapidary Club.
📍 Lismore Showgrounds, 116 Alexandra Avenue, North Lismore
📅 Saturday 17 May (9am-5pm) & Sunday 18 May (9am-3pm)
For more information head to https://lismoregemfest.com.au/
Lismore Gemfest @lismoregemfest
#visitlismore #seelismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #lismoregemfest2025 #familyfun #feelnsw #visitnsw #gems #minerals
EXPERIENCE THE ELTHAM HOTEL 🎸🍔🎤
Nestled in the village of Eltham is the Eltham Hotel, a classic country pub where locals and visitors come together to enjoy great food, country hospitality and incredible live entertainment.
Whether you are a music lover or looking for a cosy spot to unwind, The Eltham Hotel has something for everyone.
What’s coming up in May?
🎶 May 4 – Jack Davies & The Bush Chooks
🎶 May 7 – Not Quite Folk (Open Mic Night)
🎶 May 14 – Monthly Irish Folk Jam
🎶 May 15 – Marina Allen (USA)
🎶 May 18 – Brad Cox (Solo) – sold out, join the waitlist!
🎶 May 22 – Monthly Bluegrass Jam
Need a place to stay? Plan ahead and enjoy a country stay at The Eltham Hotel.
👉For more information, to see what’s on or to plan your visit head to elthampub.com.au
📍 441 Eltham Road, Eltham
☎️ 02 6629 1217
⏰ Open 7 days, 12pm-late
#visitlismore #seelismore #ElthamHotel #livemusic #discovernorthernriversnsw #eltham @elthamhotelnsw Eltham Hotel NSW
💚🎨🎼 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🎼🎨💚
A big weekend ahead across Lismore, Nimbin & Villages with the annual Nimbin MardiGrass kicking off tomorrow, the Lismore Regional Gallery launching an incredible new line up of exhibitions and so much MORE to enjoy and explore! For inspiration, head to visitlismore.com.au
FRIDAY 2 MAY
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Nimbin MardiGrass – Events, workshops, talks & more, Nimbin Village, nimbinmardigrass.com
👉Lismore Regional Gallery Exhibition Opening, 11 Rural St, Lismore, 6pm-8pm
👉Star Court Theatre Games, Star Court Theatre, 7pm
👉Karaoke with Northern Sounds Karaoke, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Hannah Pearl, 5.30pm, DJ, 9.30pm, Mary G’s, 9pm
SATURDAY 3 MAY
👉Explore multiple exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Nimbin MardiGrass – Events, workshops, talks & more, Nimbin Village, nimbinmardigrass.com
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Lismore Speedway, Lismore Showgrounds, From 4.30pm (weather dependent)
👉Workshop: Beads and Bubbles, The Artisans Table, 5pm
👉Karaoke Night, Dunoon Sports Club, 6.30pm
👉Live Music: Dirty Channel Band, 9.30pm, Mary G’s
SUNDAY 4 MAY
👉Nimbin MardiGrass – Events, workshops, talks & more, Nimbin Village, nimbinmardigrass.com
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Live Music: Kyle Watson’s Jazz Warriors, Lismore Jazz Club, Lismore City Bowling Club, 2pm-5pm
👉Live Music: HOTDOG, Northern Rivers Hotel, 2pm-5pm
👉Film: Carmen & Bolude, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
👉Live Music: Jack Davies & The Bush Chooks, 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 - https://www.atdw.com.au/
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw
LISMORE PRODUCE MARKET – A LOCAL DELIGHT 🥑🧀🥖
Step into the heart of Lismore every Thursday afternoon for the Lismore Produce Market. Browse through the stalls and have a chat with our local growers and making while picking up fresh local produce and gourmet finds.
More than just a market, gather with your friends and family in the Lismore Quadrangle and enjoy a bite to eat while soaking up the lively atmosphere and local tunes. 🎼
Share with us your favourite market finds or your weekly must haves!
📍 Keen St, Lismore (Next to the Conservatorium)
⏰ Every Thursday, 3pm-6pm
Lismore Produce Market @lismore_produce_market
#visitlismore #seelismore #localproduce #localeats #lismoreproducemarket #marketfinds #creativecommunity
⚾🌿💎 WHAT`S ON IN MAY 💎🌿⚾
Find out what`s happening with our May 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/ (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
FINAL WEEK TO ENTER OUR MOTHER’S DAY GIVEAWAY! 😍😍
Does your Mum deserve MORE this Mother’s Day? Shop for Mum in Lismore and enter our Mother’s Day Giveaway and be in the running to win one of several $300 gift packages for Mum. 👏
All you need to do is spend a minimum of $30 at a local business, grab your receipt, then enter to win at https://www.visitlismore.com.au/mothersday/
Don’t miss out, the giveaway ends 4 May 2025. Let`s shop local and gift MORE to Mum this Mother`s Day!
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #mothersdays #loveformum #shopformum #shoplocal
💚 NIMBIN MARDIGRASS IS ALMOST HERE! 💚
Nimbin will come alive next weekend with MardiGrass rolling in to town! The village will be buzzing with colour, music and celebration.
What’s On:
🌿 Opening Ceremonies – A special welcome to officially begin MardiGrass weekend
💚 Great Green Cabaret – Friday night, 7:30pm at the Nimbin Town Hall (45 Cullen St)
🎶 Live music all weekend
🚐 Kombi Konvoy (don’t miss this parade of all the classics!)
🌱 The Hemposium (serious chats and fun facts about hemp)
🛍️ Market stalls with local goods, food, art & more
🥦 2025 Hemp Olympix – quirky games, classic Nimbin style
🧚♀️ Ganja Faeries and performers throughout the festival
✊ Annual Cannabis Law Reform Rally & Parade – Sunday 4 May at 2pm
🌻 Plan your visit:
Check out the full program and see what’s on by downloading the MardiGrass Guide 👉 https://nimbinmardigrass.com/2025/
🎟️ Tickets, camping info, and transport options:
Head to nimbinmardigrass.com for everything you need to know.
📍 Nimbin
📆 2-4 May
📸 Photos by @ferrostudio.co
@nimbinmardigrassmedia Nimbin MardiGrass
#visitnimbin #mardigrass2025 #mardigrass #nimbinevents #food #music #parade #cannabislawreform #nimbin #visitlismore #visitnsw #nsw
NEDLANDS STUDIO PARTY ON TODAY! 🎶🎸🎧
Get ready for an afternoon of live music and good times at The Nedlands Studio Party, a fun all ages event showcasing talented local artists and bands.
🎶 This year’s bands and artists 🎶
👉Sword Fight
👉This Kiss Kills
👉Lucy`s House
👉Dahlia
👉Howl & Moan DJ
👉Raygun Mortlock
👉Cerberus
👉Thunder God Of The Multiverse
👉Liminal
Local favourite Il Caretto Pizza will be on site serving up all your favourite wood fired pizzas – yum! 🍕
Come along and celebrate local sound, support our local artists and enjoy some great tunes!
📍 Lismore City Bowling Club – 171A Molesworth St, Lismore
⏰3.30pm-11pm
🎟Tickets are $15 cash on the door or pre book at
https://events.humanitix.com/nedlands-studio-party-e8hr6p9f/tickets
🎸All tickets purchased go into the raffle to win a Fender acoustic guitar from Planet Music, Lismore
#visitlismore #seelismore #localsound #localartists #livemusic #creativecommunity
@nedlandstudio @planetmusicshop @howlandmoanrecords @spangleddrongobrewing @ilcarrettopizza
