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
FINAL WEEK TO ENTER OUR FATHER`S DAY GIVEAWAY 👏👏
Are you stuck on what to get Dad for Father`s Day? A Loving Local Gift Card is the perfect choice and when you buy online, you’ll go in the draw to win one of three bonus $300 gift cards!
There are loads of amazing local retailers and great places to dine where Dad can use his card.
All online DIGITAL GIFT CARD purchases are automatically entered. Offer ends at midnight on Sunday, 7 September 2025. Only applies to Digital Gift Cards.
🎁 Purchase your Loving Local Gift Card online today and give Dad a gift he’ll love.
For more information and to purchase your gift card for Dad, visit https://www.visitlismore.com.au/fathers-day/
#visitlismore #seelismore #shoplocal #fathersday #lismorecitycouncil

DARREL CHAPMAN FUN RUN ON TODAY! 🏃🏃♀️
Wishing all participants the best of luck today as they take on The Darrel Chapman Fun Run. 👏
Thank you for supporting this wonderful community event and helping to raise funds for local charity Our Kids.
#visitlismore #seelismore #darrelchapmanfunrun #ourkids #community #lismorecitycouncil

WINE AND CHEESE – NEED WE SAY MORE! 🧀🍷
The Levee Lounge and Bar are hosting their first wine tasting event and you are invited!
Join Verity Cowley from Orbit Wines, McLaren Vale as she guides you through six stunning wines, accompanied by a selection of gourmet cheeses – yum!
There are only limited tickets available so get in quick to avoid disappointment!
👉https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1460744
📍 The Levee Lounge & Bar, 88 Magellan St, Lismore
📆 Wednesday, 3 September
⏰ 7.30pm-8.30pm
#visitlismore #seelismore #localeats #localdrinks #theleveelounge

DARREL CHAPMAN FUN RUN ON THIS SUNDAY! 🏃☕🍔
The Darrel Chapman Fun Run is a much-loved community event being held in Lismore this Sunday, we can’t wait to cheer on all participants!
If you are on the hunt for a café to kick start your morning or craving a tasty pub lunch after the event, we`ve got plenty of great spots to check out! To discover MORE local eats & drinks, head to https://www.visitlismore.com.au/plan-your-visit/eat-drink/
If your business is also open on the day, please share it with us in the comments so we can help promote it!
#visitlismore #seelismore #localeats #localdrinks #darrelchapmanfunrun #community

🤩🎨🏃 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🏃🎨🤩
This weekend in Lismore don’t miss your last chance to visit The Archibald Prize 2024 at the Lismore Regional Gallery. On Sunday cheer on participants in the Darrel Chapman Fun Run or soak up the vibrant atmosphere at the Lismore Showgrounds for The Tropical Fruits Inc Fair Day! There’s something for everyone to enjoy and explore, for inspiration visitlismore.com.au
FRIDAY 29 AUGUST
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Final weekend to visit The Archibald Prize 2024, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Exhibition Opening: Love, Kisses and Connection, Serpentine Arts, from 5.30pm
👉Friday Night Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Andy Jans-Brown, 5.30pm, DJ Spex, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
👉Karaoke Night, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
SATURDAY 30 AUGUST
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Final weekend to visit The Archibald Prize 2024, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music & Raffles: Sam Lily, Hotel Metropole, from 5pm
👉The Big Bike Film Night, Star Court Theatre, 5.30pm-7.30pm
👉Live Music: Cath Simes Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 31 AUGUST
👉Darrel Chapman Fun Run, Woodlark St, Lismore, from 6am
👉Guided Walk, Lismore Rainforest Botanic Gardens, 10am-11am
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Final weekend to visit The Archibald Prize 2024, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm
👉Fruitopia Fair Day, Lismore Showgrounds, 11am-5pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-7pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, From 1.30pm
👉Live Music: Mandy Hawkes Band, Eltham Hotel, 4pm-6.30pm
👉Film: Ellis Park, 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 - https://www.atdw.com.au/
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🎶🎤 LOLA, Laneways of Lismore Arts Festival 2025 - That’s a Wrap! 🎨👏
Lismore’s streets and laneways came alive with colour, creativity, music, movement, and community spirit – all thanks to YOU!
A huge thank you to all the amazing artists, performers, creatives, volunteers, organisers, and local businesses who brought the festival to life. Your talent, passion, and energy transformed Lismore into a vibrant celebration of art and culture.
To everyone that attended, explored, danced, painted, watched, listened, and connected – THANK YOU for being part of something truly special.
Here are some special moments from the festival. Please tag @visitlismore in your photos and stories too!
We’d love your feedback! Please spare a few minutes to complete our festival survey 👉 https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/laneways-of-lismore-arts-festival-lola?tool=survey_tool
#visitlismore #seelismore #artsandculture #experiencelismore #lismorecitycouncil

🍒 TROPICAL FRUITS ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY 🍉
FRUITOPIA Fair Day returns to the Lismore Showgrounds this Sunday, a fun-filled outdoor extravaganza for fruity families, friends and pooches!
Enjoy beloved favourites including:
🐕 Dog Show
👒 Hat Comp
📸 Photo Show
👏 Live Entertainment
🤩 Kids Activities
🍍 Stalls and Food
🍇 Raffles and Prizes
🎧 DJs
This is a free event, however donations are appreciated. All ages welcome. Come along and have some fun!
📅 Sunday, 31 August
📍 Lismore Showground, 116 Alexandra Parade, North Lismore
⏰ 11am-5pm
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REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2025 RURAL WOMEN’S GATHERING 👏👏
Registrations are now open for the 2025 NSW Rural Women’s Gathering, which will be held in Lismore on Saturday, 25 October.
This year’s theme, “Connect to the Heart”, will bring women from across regional, rural and remote NSW together in the heart of the Northern Rivers for a day of connection, learning, inspiration and celebration.
Guest speakers include:
🎤 Shanna Whan AM – Founder of Sober in the Country, sharing her journey and advocacy for alcohol harm awareness in rural Australia.
🎤 Madeline West – Mother of seven, actor, advocate and Digital Safety Warrior, with valuable insights on social media safety and digital wellbeing.
🎤 The Hon. Jodie Elizabeth Harrison, MP – Member for Charlestown, Minister for Women, Minister for Seniors, and Minister for the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Violence.
🎟 Registration for Saturday’s program is $85, which includes three workshops, catering, keynote speakers and warm country hospitality.
👉The program is out now! To register and for more information go to: https://www.nsw.gov.au/.../rural-womens-gathering-2025
📍 Lismore
📅 Saturday, 25 October
This event is proudly funded by the NSW Government.
#visitlismore #seelismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #ruralwomensgathering2025

LIMITED EDITION LOLA MERCHANDISE 🧢👕
Festival-goers will have the chance to buy limited edition merchandise at the Laneways of Lismore Arts Festival.
🧢 LOLA ORIGINAL DESIGN HAT
Featuring a unique embroidered design by internationally acclaimed artist Marty Baptist, this exclusive festival hat brings a piece of LOLA’s creative energy home with you. Limited numbers so get in quick.
Price: $35
👕 LOLA ORIGINAL DESIGN T-SHIRT
Designed by internationally acclaimed artist Paul McNeil, a founding Mambo artist and co-founder of Art Park, and frequent Deus ex Machina collaborator. Screen printed by Lismore local Ned from Nedlands Studios. This exclusive festival T-shirt lets you take a piece of LOLA home with you.
Price: $45
Merchandise can be purchased from the Information tent located on the corner of Magellan and Carrington Street.
📍 Lismore CBD
📆 Saturday, 23 August
⏰ 1pm-9pm
🎟 FREE Event
💻 For map and festival program, https://www.visitlismore.com.au/lola-program/
#visitlismore #seelismore #artsandculture #experiencelismore #lismorecitycouncil

LOLA IS ON TODAY! 🎶🎨🎧🎤✨
Join us in Lismore today for The Laneways of Lismore Arts Festival! Kicking off from 1pm, enjoy an exciting line up of live music, live artists, activities and MORE!
Don’t miss this incredible event! For all event information and set times, head to https://www.visitlismore.com.au/lola/
We can’t wait to see you there! 👏
📍 Lismore CBD
📆 Saturday, 23 August
⏰ 1pm-9pm
🎟 FREE Event
#visitlismore #seelismore #experiencelismore #artsandculture #lismorecitycouncil
