Discover Richmond Valley

31/07/2026

30/07/2026

From the highway to the gallery walls 🚚🎨

If you’re in Casino for the Casino Truck Show this weekend, make sure you take a detour to the Cassino Art Gallery and experience On The Road Again. ✨

Celebrating the landscapes, country roads and journeys that connect us, this special exhibition brings together stunning works from local and regional artists in perfect alignment with one of Australia’s biggest trucking celebrations. 🚛

Whether you’re a truck enthusiast, an art lover or simply looking for something different to explore while you’re in town, this exhibition is well worth the stop.

📍 Cassino Art Gallery - 148 Barker St, Casino
📅 25 July - 5 September 2026
⏰ Open Thursday to Sunday 10am-3pm
🎟️ Entry by donation

For more info about what to do and where to eat while you’re here pop into the Casino Visitor Info Centre on Friday and Saturday or head over to discoverrichmondvalley.com for more info

30/07/2026

🚛 The wait is over... Casino Truck Show weekend has arrived! One of Australia's biggest celebrations of the trucking industry rolls into Casino this weekend, bringing thousands of visitors, incredible rigs, live entertainment, family fun and an electric atmosphere to the Richmond Valley. Whether you're a lifelong truck enthusiast or visiting for the first time, this is a weekend you won't want to miss.

Community events & markets 🛍️🌱

🏃‍♂️ Queen Elizabeth parkrun, Casino – Saturday 7am (Casino)

🥕 Evans Head Farmers Market – Friday 2.30–6.30pm

🧺 Casino Lions Farmers Market – Saturday 8–11am – Crawford Square

🚴 Ride the Casino to Lismore section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail – Sunny winter weather makes it the perfect time to explore one of the Richmond Valley's must-do experiences.

🚛 Casino Truck Show
✨ Friday Night Lights – Friday 6–8pm. See hundreds of illuminated trucks roll into the CBD with live music, food vendors, licensed bar and a free shuttle bus.

🚚 Casino Truck Show Main Event – Saturday 9am–6pm. Experience the iconic Dawson Haulage Parade, Australia's finest rigs, live entertainment, amusements, food vendors, displays, auctions and more.

🤠 Bucks N Trucks – Friday & Saturday from 4pm at the former Primex site with carnival rides, rodeo, live music, line dancing, food and bar.

🎨 On The Road Again Exhibition – Cassino Art Gallery, Thursday–Sunday, 10am–3pm.

Live music & entertainment 🎶🎸

Friday 31 July
🎤 Adam Brown – Evans Head Bowling Club (5–8pm)
🎙️ Open Mic featuring Nic Palmer Band & Maiks – Broadwater Hotel (from 3pm)
🎶 Tim Stokes – Hotel Illawong (7.30pm)
😂 Austen Tayshus – Casino RSM (7.30pm)
🎸 Khan Rocks – Friday Night Lights (Northern Stage, 6–8pm)
🎤 Tate Cole – Friday Night Lights (Southern Stage, 6–8pm)
🎵 Dan Grace – Charcoal Inn (8.30pm)

Saturday 1 August
🎸 Sabotage Band – Casino Truck Show Northern Stage (11am–2pm)
🎤 Thor Phillips Band – Casino Truck Show Southern Stage (11am–1pm)
🎙️ Bonafide Podcast Live – Casino Truck Show Southern Stage (1.30–2.30pm)
🎵 Country Mud – Casino Truck Show Northern Stage (4–6pm)
🎸 Tahlia Matheson – Club Evans RSL - Evans Head (7.30pm)
🎤 Billy Gudgeon – Casino RSM Club (8pm)
🎶 Mossy Rocks – Charcoal Inn & Bottleshop (8pm)
🎵 The Wayward Suns – Hotel Illawong Evans Head (8.30pm)

See you in Casino for one of the biggest weekends on the Richmond Valley calendar! 🚛🌟

23/07/2026

With the Casino Truck Show just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to hit the road and explore the Richmond Valley 🚛🌿 From a brand-new art exhibition and community events to live music, markets and winter adventures, there’s plenty happening this weekend.

Community events & markets 🛍️🌱

🏃‍♂️ Queen Elizabeth Parkrun Casino – Saturday 7am (Casino)

🥕 Evans Head Farmers Market – Friday 2.30–6.30pm

🧺 Casino Lions Farmers Market – Saturday 8–11am (Casino Visitor Information Centre / Drill Hall site)

🌿 Evans Head Rotary Markets – Saturday 8am–1pm

🚴 Ride the Casino to Lismore section of the Northern Rivers Rail Trail – perfect weather is forecast for a winter ride.

🌉 Casino Suspension Bridge Light Up – Friday from 5.30pm with a free BBQ and music.

🎨 On the Road Again Exhibition opens at Cassino Art Gallery . Opening event Saturday 2–4pm ($10 incl. nibbles & drink). Exhibition runs until 5 September.

🎄 Christmas in July – Saturday at CORAKI HOTEL .

🛍️ Winter Market – Sunday 9am–1pm at Casino Lifestyle Village.

Live music & entertainment 🎶🎸

Friday
🎤 Jason Delphin – Evans Head Bowling Club (5–8pm)
🎶 Push – Hotel Illawong Evans Head (7.30pm)
🎸 Cath Simes Band – The Charcoal Inn (8.30pm)

Saturday
🎵 Neon Machine – Broadwater Hotel (2.30–5.30pm)
🎤 Doc Rock – Casino RSM Club (7pm)
🎸 Chev Wilson – Club Evans RSL (7.30pm)
🤠 Cowgirls Australia Line Dancing – Rod 'n' Reel Hotel and Brewery (8pm)
🎶 Sabotage – Hotel Illawong Evans Head (8pm)

Sunday
🎤 Dan Hannaford – Hotel Illawong Evans Head (2–5pm)

Wherever the weekend takes you, there’s plenty to discover across the Richmond Valley 🌞✨



Hosting an event visitors would enjoy? Send us a message or pop into one of our Visitor Information Centres and let us help showcase what the Richmond Valley has to offer.

21/07/2026

One peek of sunshine and we’re headed straight to Muzza's Milk Bar ☀️🍦 Because even on a winter’s day, no one has ever been sad after a visit to Muzza’s.

Not feeling the ice cream weather? They’ve got you covered with warm cinny donuts, smoothies, shakes, and enough lollies to make your inner child very happy. 🍭🤸

An Evans Head icon for a reason ✨💫 What’s your go-to Muzza’s order?



📷: Muzza's Milk Bar

20/07/2026

🏆 Congratulations to all the winners of the Club Evans Richmond Valley Business Awards! Your passion, innovation and dedication help make the Richmond Valley a thriving place to live, work and visit. Well done on this well-deserved recognition. 🍾🥂

View the full list of winners here: https://richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au/business/richmond-valley-business-awards/

16/07/2026

16/07/2026

Country traditions come to life this weekend as Casino Heritage Weekend rolls into town 🚜

Join us for working dogs, live entertainment, local markets and plenty of Richmond Valley charm.

Community events & markets 🛍️🌱

🏃‍♂️ Queen Elizabeth Parkrun Casino – Saturday 7am

🥕 Evans Head Farmers Market – Friday 2.30–6.30pm (Surf Club car park)

🧺 Casino Lions Farmers Market – Saturday 8–11am (Casino Drill Hall site)

👨‍👩‍👧 Fitness Kidz Fitness Kidz with Mr Brad – Friday 10.30am at Casino RSM Club

🏆 Richmond Valley Business Awards – Saturday from 6pm at Club Evans RSL, celebrating the outstanding businesses and individuals that make our region thrive.

🚜 Casino Show Society Casino Heritage Weekend – NOW CANCELLED.

🐕 North Coast Futurity Working Dog Trial – Saturday from 7am at the Casino Showgrounds Undercover Arena.

📚 Nanodust Book Launch – Saturday 2pm at the Casino Drill Hall, with free entry to the Military Museum and guided tours.

🚂 Casino Miniature Railway & Museum Running Day – Sunday 9am–2.30pm.

🎨 Celebrating NAIDOC Exhibition – Final days at Cassino Art Gallery . Thursday–Saturday, 10am–3pm.

Live music & entertainment 🎶🎸

Friday

🎤 Alex Tilly – 5–8pm at Evans Head Bowling Club
🎶 Pink Zinc – 7.30pm at Hotel Illawong Evans Head
🎙️ Karaoke Night – 7.30pm at CORAKI HOTEL
🎸 SMD x Gusset Rats – 7pm at Broadwater Hotel
🌟 Starshine: A Tribute to Stevie Nicks & Fleetwood Mac – 8pm at Club Evans RSL

Saturday

🎵 Bardonian – 5pm at Broadwater Hotel
🎤 Tim Stokes – 7pm at Casino RSM Club
🎸 Pistol Whip – 8pm at Hotel Illawong Evans Head
🎶 Khan Rocks – 8pm at theroyal_casino

Sunday

🎤 Ally Palmer – 2–5pm at Hotel Illawong Evans Head

Whether you’re stepping back in time at Heritage Weekend, exploring the Northern Rivers Rail Trail , browsing the markets or enjoying some live music, it’s a fantastic weekend to experience everything the Richmond Valley has to offer 🌞✨

15/07/2026

Looking for somewhere to stay??? Stay in Coraki. 20mins from Casino.

Don't miss a visit to the Coraki Hotel, serving delicious country pub meals throughout the weekend. It's the perfect spot to unwind after a big day checking out Australia's greatest truck display.

Book a site at - Coraki Riverside Caravan Park
https://corakiriversidecaravanpark.com.au/