Events & Festivals

The Tamworth region is a great place to visit at any time of year…

…but if you need a tangible excuse to get a trip booked, the region’s robust calendar of festivals and events is sure to get you over the line.

The region hosts an impressive line-up: an internationally-renowned country music festival, outdoor and sporting events, cultural and community events, a motorcycle rally, a food festival, agricultural shows, family-friendly celebrations, workshops and classes, live entertainment and theatre… for once, it’s not an understatement to say that the list goes on!

Check out What’s On for a complete and up-to-date listing of what’s coming up, or keep scrolling to learn more about some of the region’s flagship events.

Upcoming Events

2024 NAIDOC PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION: Dhurranmay-Gal Dhirrabuu

Tamworth Regional Gallery 466 Peel Street, Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Dhurranmay-Gal Dhirrabuu pays tribute to, the Outstanding Leaders from our First Nations Community. Photographers Danny Dalton, Tess Reading and Josh Turner are all well-known First Nations photographers in the Tamworth […]

Free

Exhibition: Wild Rivers – Stuart Boggs and Rowen Matthews

Weswal Gallery 192 Brisbane Street, Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Prominent New England-based artists Stuart Boggs and Rowen Matthews come together to present ‘Wild Rivers’, a powerful exhibition of dramatically structured, semi-abstract landscapes. This collaborative showcase highlights the dynamic interplay […]

Free
Recurring

Boarding Schools Expo

Tamworth Town Hall 26-28 Fitzroy Street, Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Here at Boarding Schools Expo Australia (BSEA), we’ve educated children at boarding schools, we’ve built communities away from where we call home and we’ve watched our young adults come back to […]

Free
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Live Music at Joe Maguires

Joe Maguires Pub 144 Peel Street, Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia

Enjoy the best local live music Tamworth has to offer every Saturday afternoon from 1pm! Enjoy a pre-show dinner in the Bistro or Cocktails on the lawn whilst the kids […]

Free

Somerton Hotel’s Christmas in July

Somerton Hotel 43 Brooke Street, Somerton, NSW, Australia

Celebrate a festive Christmas in July at the Somerton Hotel on Saturday, 27th July! Start the evening with pre-drinks from 5 PM, followed by a delightful dinner from 6 PM. […]

$40

Mini Yoga Retreat – Bendemeer Hotel

Bendemeer Hotel 112-130 Caroline Street, Bendemeer, NSW, Australia

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life with Bendemeer Hotel's rejuvenating mini yoga retreat, hosted by Angela from Free2BeMe. Nestled in serene surroundings, this retreat offers the perfect opportunity […]

$30 – $50
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Live Music at Courthouse Hotel

Courthouse Hotel 232 Peel Street, Tamworth, NSW

Get ready to groove with live music at the Courthouse every Friday and Saturday from 7-10pm! Join us for a night of live music, good vibes, and unforgettable memories. Whether […]

Free

Pinot & Picasso – Sunset in Santorini

Pinot & Picasso Tamworth 511 Peel Street, Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia

Physically, you’re in our studio painting. Mentally, you are admiring the Sunset in Santorini listening to ABBA! Put on your Birkenstocks, dig into a Gyro, and pour yourself some Ouzo […]

$65
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Live Music at The Longyard Hotel

The Longyard Hotel 10/12 The Ringers Rd, Tamworth, NSW, Australia

The Longyard Hotel is where the party's at this weekend, with live music that'll keep you dancing all night long! Live music kicks off at 8pm into the night! July […]

Steven J Whiteley and Friends – National Stand Up Tour

Moonshiners Bar 186 Bridge St, Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Steven J Whiteley, the Bogan Prince of Australian Comedy began performing over twenty years ago, and transitioned to being a professional full time comedian in 2013. He has performed across Australia, headlining & MCing with his unique style of observational & musical comedy, and true-life story telling. He has released two successful full-length feature DVDs, […]

$31.15
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Saturday Night Karaoke at The Dog!

The Welder's Dog 37 Dowe Street, Tamworth, NSW, Australia

Every Saturday night, The Welder's Dog in Tamworth transforms into the ultimate karaoke hotspot starting at 8:30pm. This lively event draws both locals and visitors eager to showcase their vocal talents or simply enjoy a night of musical entertainment. With an extensive song selection spanning various genres and decades, there's something for everyone to sing […]

Free
Recurring

Live Music at the Tudor Hotel

Tudor Hotel Tamworth

Join us at the Tudor Hotel in July 2024 for live music! Check out the line up for this month: Friday 5th - DJ Conz Saturday 6th - Wayne Doyle […]

Free