🎶 Live at The Quad | BLAKyard Music 🎶

This is one to mark in the calendar.

BLAKyard Music is bringing an evening of powerful live First Nations music to The Lismore Quad, and it’s completely free.

Expect deep bass, powerful storytelling, culture, dance and connection under the open sky in the heart of town.

🗓 Friday 13 March | 6–9pm
📍 The Quad, Lismore
🎟 Free | All Ages

🔥 THE BOY OF MANY COLORS
A proud Cassowary man of the Yidinji – Bar Burrum & Mamu tribes of Far North Queensland, delivering higher-conscious hip hop backed by the Babilali Dancers. Music, movement and culture woven into one unforgettable live performance.

🎤 MANDAWUY
Gumbaynggirr and Barkindji singer-songwriter sharing music inspired by heritage, language and homeland — raw, real and deeply grounded.

Whether you’re a live music lover, curious to experience something powerful and new, or simply looking for a great Friday night out, this is your invitation.

Come early. Bring your crew. Enjoy the local eats. Stay for the atmosphere.

This program is proudly supported by The Quad and the Australian Government’s Revive Live program, supporting Australian-owned live music venues and festivals.

#LiveMusic #FirstNationsArtists

Last week to register for the Samson Fitness Challenge 💪💪💪

Lismore`s annual fitness challenge that puts teams and individuals through nine gruelling challenges is almost here! 💪🏃🏼‍♀️

With various categories to choose from including Team Samson, Samson Solo, Team Samson Teen and Junior and Samson Kids, why not take the challenge and register now for this great community event.

The Samson is a major fundraiser for local charity Our Kids, raising money to purchase paediatric equipment for the Children’s Ward and Special Care Nursery at Lismore Base Hospital.

📍 Hepburn Park, Lismore
📆 6-7 March, 2026
👉 Registration close midnight Friday 20 February. For more information and to register head to @lismoresamsonfitnesschallenge

#VisitLismore #LismoreSamsonFitnessChallenge #OurKids

🌿Discover Wellness in Nimbin 🌿

Tucked into the heart of the Northern Rivers, Nimbin is a destination where wellbeing is woven into everyday life. From herbal wisdom and energy healing to holistic therapies, the region invites you to rest, reset and reconnect naturally.

🍃 Nimbin: Herbal Wisdom & Healing Culture

Nimbin’s iconic village is steeped in alternative living and natural health traditions, offering deeply nurturing experiences:

Nimbin Apothecary @nimbinapothecary
Located on Cullen Street, this long-standing herbal dispensary offers personalised herbal remedies, teas and natural health advice, grounded in decades of plant knowledge.

Nimbin Herbs @nimbin.herbs
A beloved village institution celebrating traditional herbalism, organic herbs and handcrafted products that support everyday wellbeing and mindful living.

The Green Bank @thegreenbanknimbin
A welcoming wellness space blending ethical retail with holistic therapies, featuring locally made herbal teas, skincare and rotating healing practitioners.

Flourish Sanctuary @flourish_sanctuary
A peaceful retreat space offering holistic therapies, classes, workshops and nurturing experiences designed to support emotional balance, personal growth and deep restoration.

✨ Nimbin offers a slower rhythm, a strong sense of community and countless ways to nurture yourself, naturally, holistically and authentically. Here, wellness is a way of life. ✨

#Wellness #northernriversnsw #tourismnswnorthcoast

💘 Valentine’s Day Inspo💘

Whether you’re celebrating romance, friendship, or a little self-love, there’s no shortage of ways to spend Valentine’s Day ❤️ From films and feasts to live music, cocktails, and creative dates, here’s what we know is happening:

🎬 Lismore Cinemas @lismorecinemas
Valentine’s Film Festival, create the ultimate cinema date with three special screenings:
• Hamnet — 3pm
• Wuthering Heights — 6pm
• Crime 101 — 8:45pm

🌮 187 Cantina @187cantina
Take your favourite person for tacos, tequila, and you 💕

🍝 Clunes Store @clunesstore
Valentine’s Day dinner from 5pm featuring pasta, wine, and live music with a cosy, romantic, and full of charm atmosphere 🎶🍷

🍸 Hotel Lismore @hotellismore
A reason to dress up and celebrate 💖
• French Kiss Martinis for $16
• Live music from the Cath Simes Band from 9:30pm
• Best dressed prizes on the night
• Grab two mains for a chance to win a $150 venue voucher
• Bonus entry when you order a French Kiss Martini 💋

☕ Bathe Spa @bathespa_au
A beautiful, connective couples cacao ceremony
🗓 Saturday Feb 14 | 12:30–2:30pm

🍽 The Vintage Punjab @thevintagepunjablismore
Treat your special someone to a romantic 4-course dinner, welcome drinks, fine wines, and a sweet chocolate surprise 🍷🍫

🏺 Silt Studio @silt.studio.lismore
Couples clay date night, a two-hour guided wheel-throwing class, with a glass of champagne and chocolate on arrival 🥂✨

❤️ Have something happening at your venue? Share your event or special offer in the comments below so we can spread the love 💕

#VisitLismore #northernriversnsw #experiencelismore

🎶Live music in The Lismore Quad this Saturday🎶

Join us for an afternoon of live performances, creative energy and great vibes thanks to Lismore Regional Gallery.

Meanjin/Magan-djin’s cyberBanshee joins forces with Lismore’s Ghost Variations (duo) and MANIVRMES for a night of fierce, performative, and playful sonic exploration.

Free, all welcome, no bookings required. Bring your friends, grab a bite nearby and soak up the sounds in The Quad. It’s the perfect way to enjoy live music and support local creativity.

📍 The Quad, 11 Rural Street, Lismore
📅 Saturday 7 February, 6pm-9pm

Looking for food options? head to the Dining Guide in our bio!

#VisitLisLmore #ExperienceLismore #LismoreRegionalGallery