savour more!
From classic meat pies and rich savoury fillings to sweet, indulgent options.
The Great Pie Trail is a pie-filled adventure you won’t forget!
what's on the menu!
Your delicious journey will have you sampling everything from classic pies to exotic flavours you won’t find anywhere else.
As you drive from town to town, you’ll savour warm, freshly baked pies. The best part – you’ll be exploring the beautiful Lismore region while doing it.
Check out who is on the trail below and start planning your journey. You can select the ‘heart’ to customise your own trip itinerary too.
We’d love to know your favourite pie!
Share it with us by tagging @visitlismore.
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✨ Local tourism operators excel in State Tourism Awards ✨
Congratulations to this year’s finalists representing Lismore and Nimbin in the NSW State Tourism Awards.
🌟 Lismore Lantern Parade (LightNUp Inc.) – Festivals & Events
🌟 Contained in Nimbin Accommodation – Self-Contained Accommodation
🌟 Invercauld House – Business Events Venue
🌟 Northern Rivers Rail Trail - Adventure Tourism & Tourist Attraction
These prestigious awards celebrate the excellence, passion and dedication that make the NSW Tourism Industry shine. Winners will be announced at the NSW Tourism Gala on Thursday, 27 November 2025 in Sydney.
Please join us in congratulating our amazing finalists, we wish you all the best of luck at the awards!
#NSWTourismAwards2025 @nswtourismassociation #visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin @northern_rivers_railtrail @lismore_lantern_parade @containedinnimbin @invercauldhouse
Ready for a Day That’s All About YOU?
Come together with incredible women for a powerful day of connection, inspiration, learning, and outstanding hospitality.
✨Register NOW for the 2025 NSW Rural Women’s Gathering in Lismore✨
🗓 Saturday, 25 October
📍 Lismore Quadrangle
Hear from amazing women who are changing lives:
🎤 Shanna Whan AM – Founder of Sober in the Country, sharing her personal journey and her mission to change the conversation around alcohol in rural Australia.
🎤 Madeline West – Actor, advocate, mother of seven and fierce voice for digital safety and wellbeing.
🎤 Mel Bampton - Respected broadcaster, producer, storyteller and founder of The Prana Project.
🎟 Just $85 for an unforgettable day that includes:
✔️ Dynamic keynote speakers
✔️ 3 inspiring workshops
✔️ Full catering
✔️ Heartfelt connections with like-minded women
👉 Register now and be part of something truly special
www.visitlismore.com.au/operator/rural-womens-gathering-lismore/
This event is proudly supported by the NSW Government.
#RuralWomensGathering2025 #WomenSupportingWomen #VisitLismore #DiscoverNorthernRiversNSW
🎡🤩 IT’S ALMOST SHOW TIME! 🎡🤩
The countdown is on for this year’s Elders Love Lismore Show starting this Thursday with three huge days of fun and entertainment. Get your friends and family together and come and have some fun at the show!
What’s on?
🦙 Petting Zoo
🎡 Rides, games and showbags
🏍️ FMX Bikes, Monster Trucks and Jetpack
🎪 Rodeo and Ashton Circus
🐄 Cattle, Poultry
🐕 Championship Dogs & Equestrian events
☕️ Coffee and food trucks
🎶 Live Music
🎇 Fireworks Spectacular
Plus so much more to explore in the pavilions, kids activities, chill and charge zone, Woodchop competition and more! 👏👏
Check out the full program and start planning your weekend 👇
https://northcoastnational.com.au/program
📍 Lismore Showgrounds, 116 Alexandra Ave
📅 16-18 October
📸 North Coast National
#visitlismore #seelismore #northcoastnational #lismoreshow
HAVE YOU DISCOVERED THE CHANNON TAVERN? 🍔🍻🎶🌿
Nestled in the hinterland, The Channon Tavern is a true country gem with its warm hospitality and laid-back country charm.
A great spot to stop and enjoy a drink or something to eat, this family friendly pub is perfect for everyone to enjoy. With a fully enclosed playground, the kids will love it and you will too as you sit back, relax and soak up the countryside. Furry friends are also welcome outside on a leash.
🎶 Visiting on a Sunday? Be entertained with live music, whether you’re relaxing with a drink or dancing with friends.
🌟 Local Tips while in the area:
🎨 Explore The Channon Craft Market, every second Sunday of the month
💦 Discover the magic of Protesters Falls (Please note, dogs are not permitted)
🚗 Enjoy a scenic drive, for inspiration head to https://www.visitlismore.com.au/the-region/inspired-experiences/drives-itineraries/
📍 51 Terania St, The Channon
📆 Open Tuesday to Sunday, 12pm-late
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #discovernorthernriversnsw
🎶🎨🌿 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🌿🎨🎶
There is so much to enjoy and explore across Lismore, Nimbin & Villages this weekend.
FRIDAY 10 OCTOBER
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin School of Arts, 47 Cullen St, Nimbin, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Kids Workshop: Intro to painting miniatures, The Cro’s Nest, 14 Carrington St, 1pm-3pm & 6pm-8pm
👉Kids Clay Workshop: Explore Clay & Create your own piece, Silt Studio, North Lismore, 1pm
👉Friday Night Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Star Court Theatre Games, Star Court Theatre, 7pm
👉Live Music: Hayley Grace, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Adam Hourigan, 5.30pm, DJ Lazy Dom 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Love Me Again Pop-Up Rack Sale, The Artisans Table, 8am-2pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Arcadia, Lismore Workers Club, 5pm-8pm
👉Live Music: Billy Gudgeon, Northern Rivers Hotel, 7.30pm
👉Live Music: Dirty Channel Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 12 OCTOBER
👉Channon Craft Market, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm
👉RiverFest: Free The Waterfalls, Billen Cliffs Community Hall, Larnook, 9.30am-12.30pm, richmondriverfest.com
👉RiverFest: Wilsons River – Community Tree Planting, Wilsons River, Nth Lismore, 9am-12.30pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-7pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, From 1.30pm
👉Lismore Jazz Club feat. Fine Organ Combo, Lismore City Bowls Club, 2pm
👉Pluckers & Poets, Dunoon Sports Club, 4pm
👉Film: But Also John Clarke, Star Court Theatre, 2.30pm & 5.30pm
#visitlismore #seelismore #visitnimbin #lismorecitycouncil #discovernorthernriversnsw
💆♀️✨ Relax. Recharge. Return Refreshed. ✨🌿
Before you jump back into the working week, take a moment to reset with ways to slow down, rest, enjoy and support yourself 🧘♂️☕🌳
🙏 Participate in a Monday morning meditation at Flourish Sanctuary Nimbin www.flourishsanctuary.com.au/meditation-class.html
💦 Enjoy a float at Nimbin pool and cool off at the same time.
🖼️ Sit back and relax in a peaceful spot along the Nimbin Rainbow Walk, listening to birdsong
🌿Pick up some essential oils, a herbal tea, lotion or elixir, try Nimbin Apothecary or Nimbin Herbs
https://nimbinapothecary.com.au/ or https://www.nimbinherbs.com.au/
🍌Shop for fresh, local and organic food from Nimbin Organic Food Coop
https://www.nimbinfoodcoop.org.au/
🧀 Stock up on local cheese made by Nimbin Valley Dairy at Nimbin Emporium and enjoy a late afternoon picnic. The Nimbin Rainbow Walk offers lawns, gardens, picnic tables and stunning views.
Nimbin offers the perfect pause before life speeds up again.
#VisitLismore #RelaxInLismore #NorthernRiversNSW #MindfulTravel #WeekendReset #NatureTherapy #NimbinVibes #SlowTravel #RechargeAndRestore #discovernorthernriversnsw
WALK, BIKE OR HIKE - SPOILT FOR CHOICE 🚶👣🚵
Looking for your next adventure? 🌈 Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, riding through rolling hills, or hiking deep into ancient rainforests — Lismore and Nimbin are calling. 🥾🚴♀️🌳
🗺️ Top Trails to Explore
🌿 Nightcap National Park – Hike to the breath taking Minyon Falls and feel the spray from the lookout.
🚴 Northern Rivers Rail Trail – Ride through scenic countryside.
🌱 Protesters Falls Walk – A short, magical rainforest walk to a stunning waterfall in the World Heritage-listed Nightcap.
🏞️ Rocky Creek Dam – Birdwatchers and nature lovers will adore this quiet, accessible spot with four walks ranging in various lengths.
🌈Nimbin Rainbow Walk - A short paved nature walk featuring works by local artists and story telling.
🧘♀️ Whether you`re after adventure, tranquility, or a spiritual recharge, our region has something special waiting for you.
📸 Tag us in your trail snaps @visitlismore.
Looking for MORE? www.visitlismore.com.au/plan-your-visit/seedo/natural-wonders/natural-attractions/
#VisitLismore #ExploreNimbin #NorthernRiversNSW #NatureLovers #HikeNSW #MinyonFalls #RailTrail #EcoTravel #WalkBikeHike #discovernorthernriversnsw @feelnsw @visitnsw
SUNDAY PLANS? TAKE A ROAD TRIP OF DISCOVERY ☮🌈🎨🚶🏿
Have you ventured along Tourist Drive 32, from Murwillumbah to Nimbin & Lismore?
It`s a stunning journey through lush valleys, mountain ranges, quaint villages and artistic towns.
Here`s our guide to enjoying the area`s natural beauty, arts and culture:
MURWILLUMBAH 🌄
- Tweed Regional Gallery & Margaret Olley Art Centre | https://gallery.tweed.nsw.gov.au/Home
- M|Arts Precinct | m-arts.com.au/
UKI 🎨
- Butter Factory arts and artisan offerings | www.ukivillage.com.au/uki-arts-crafts
NIMBIN 🕯 🎨🏞👣
- Nimbin Candle Factory | www.nimbincandles.com.au/
- Annual Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition | Nimbin School of Arts
- Nimbin Rainbow Walk | Nature walk, art, story telling | Alternative Way, Nimbin
LISMORE 🎨
- Lismore Regional Gallery | FREE exhibitions | lismoregallery.org/
- Free Creative Weaving Workshop | 1-3pm | lismoregallery.org/gathering-space
For more drives and inspiration, head to www.visitlismore.com.au/the-region/inspired-experiences/drives-itineraries/
#visitnimbin @visitlismore #discovernorthernriversnsw #visitnsw #feelnew #touristdrives #epicroadadventures #lismoreregionalgallery #tweedregionalgallery
RAIL TRAIL ADVENTURES - LONG WEEKEND SORTED!
Spring is a great time to ride the Rail Trail. We`ve provided some inspo for the southern section, Casino to Lismore, with things to enjoy along the trail and in the area. You`ll find plenty to see and do this weekend.
👉Tip - get started early, leaving plenty of time to enjoy more of what`s on offer.
Along the Rail Trail:
🍺 enjoy a drink and something to eat at Two Mates Brewing
🌿 spot wildlife & soak up breath taking nature
🧺 picnic, relax, and enjoy the views
📸 capture perfect pics of tunnels, bridges & rolling landscapes
🚵 test your mountain bike skills at Nesbitt Park
MORE in Lismore:
🏘️ discover Lismore`s unique shopping and food scene
🎨 visit the Lismore Regional Gallery
🏊cool off with a swim at Lismore Memorial Baths
🛀 book a soak or massage at Bathe Spa Lismore
Plan your long weekend ride here: www.northernriversrailtrail.com.au/plan/casino-to-lismore-section
Looking for MORE of What`s On, where to stay, eat and play? www.visitlismore.com.au/
#NorthenRiversRailtrail #nrrt #RailTrail #RailTrailsAustralia #NorthernRiversNSW #VisitNSW #SeeAustralia #nsw #NorthernRivers #DiscoverNorthernNSW #WalkRideExplore #Walk #Ride #Explore #Nature #Outdoors #GetOutDoors #visitlismore #discoverrichmondvalley
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🌞🌿 WHAT`S ON IN LISMORE 🌿🌞
The long weekend is here and it is the perfect time to get out and explore our beautiful region. For inspiration, head to visitlismore.com.au
FRIDAY 3 OCTOBER
👉Wilsons River Senior’s Nature Walk, Riverside Park, Lismore, richmondriverfest.com
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore Multiple Exhibitions, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin School of Arts, 47 Cullen St, Nimbin, 10am-4pm
👉Kids Clay Workshop, Silt Studio, North Lismore, 1pm
👉Friday Night Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Live Music: Hannah Pearl, 5.30pm, DJ Spex 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore
SATURDAY 4 OCTOBER
👉Lismore Parkrun, Riverside Park, 7am
👉Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showgrounds, 7.30am-11.30am
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin School of Arts, 47 Cullen St, Nimbin, 10am-4pm
👉Time For Action: Rescue Our Richmond River, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-3pm, richmondriverfest.com
👉Workshop: Paint A Skateboard Deck (kids), The Artisans Table, 10am-12pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Northern Sounds Karaoke, Dunoon Sports Club. 6pm
👉Film: Beetlejuice, Star Court Theatre, 12.30pm-2.15pm
👉Workshop: Beads & Bubbles, The Artisans Table, 5pm-7pm
👉Live Show: The Flying Forties, Lismore Workers Club, 8pm
👉Live Music: Dan Grace, Goonellabah Tavern, 9pm
👉Live Music: Nathan Kaye Collective Band, Hotel Lismore, 9.30pm
SUNDAY 5 OCTOBER
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Nimbin Spring Arts Exhibition, Nimbin School of Arts, 47 Cullen St, Nimbin, 10am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-7pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, From 1.30pm
👉Film: The Story of Souleymane, 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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