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11/08/2025

LOLA - VISUAL ARTISTS!

Experience the laneways of Lismore come alive with internationally acclaimed artists Paul McNeil and Marty Baptist as they create a live, portable mural that evolves throughout the day. With each brushstroke unfolding in real time, festivalgoers are invited into the process — to watch, to engage with the artists, and to witness ideas come alive in colour and form.

Adding to the visual feast, local legends from the Back Alley Gallery will reimagine Lismore’s laneways with freshly curated street art installations. Expect bold lines, rich textures, and powerful stories painted across brick and concrete.

📆 Saturday 23 August
📍 Carrington Street
⏰1PM – 5 PM
🌐 https://www.visitlismore.com.au/lola/

10/08/2025

DON’T MISS THE NORTH COAST MUD TRAIL NEXT WEEKEND! 🏺

The North Coast Mud Trail is back for its 13th year and is a great weekend to get out and explore studios across the Northern Rivers region. Wander the trail at your own pace and get a rare look behind the scenes as studios open their doors for the weekend.

👋 Meet the Makers – Have a chat to local potters and learn about their processes and discover what inspires them when creating their pieces.

🎨 Demos and workshops – Watch live demonstrations, listen to artist talks or book a creative workshop. There are so many great events to be a part of, find out more here https://www.northcoastceramics.com/2025-mud-trail-events

Clunes is home to a cluster of talented potters with unique studios and incredible ceramics, and just 15 minutes from Clunes is Luke Atkinson Ceramics in North Lismore. Mark them on your trail map and make sure to pop in and say hello and discover their unique studios.

👉For more information and to download the trail map, head to https://www.northcoastceramics.com/mud-trail

📅 16 & 17 August
⏰ 10am-4pm

📸 Featured are just some of the incredible artists along the trail: .ceramics

09/08/2025

GAME ON AT OAKES OVAL!

Despite the wet weather, the Newcastle Jets vs Brisbane Roar match is going ahead this afternoon at Oakes Oval.

👉 Date: Today, Saturday, 9 August
👉 Time: Gates open 2pm | Kick-off 3pm
👉 Umbrellas allowed (no gazebos or marquees permitted)

🎟 Tickets available online now or purchase General Admission at the gate.
Tickets: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/e5c268b8-ca03-496e-bdcc-7a7ad19ff0e9

08/08/2025

STAY AND DINE AFTER THE SOCCER 🍕🍝🌮

Are you coming for the soccer today? Why not treat yourself and stay for dinner after the game! 👏

Lismore offers such a wide variety of dining options and choice of cuisines, whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite, or wanting to relax over dinner we have something to suit the whole family!

Featured are just some of our local eats, for a full listing and to discover your go to, head to https://www.visitlismore.com.au/plan-your-visit/eat-drink/

08/08/2025

COMING SOON TO LISMORE: SYDNEY COMEDY FESTIVAL! 🤣🤣

The Sydney Comedy Festival will soon be rolling into Lismore for one night only!

Get ready to laugh, cackle and have fun! Showcasing some of the Festival’s hottest acts and fresh emerging talent, this is two hours of jam-packed entertainment and non-stop laughs you don’t want to miss!

👉 Come for LOLA and stay for a laugh! Purchase your tickets for the Comedy Festival now and get 20% off when using the code LOLA at the checkout!

📍 Star Court Theatre 7/126 Molesworth St, Lismore
📆 Saturday 23 August
⏰ 9pm-11pm
🎟 Book your tickets - https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1406242

📸 Image Credit: Sydney Comedy Festival

07/08/2025

⚽🎶🎨 WHAT'S ON IN LISMORE 🎨🎶⚽

Don't miss the A League blockbuster clash at Oakes Oval as the Newcastle Jets take on Brisbane Roar this Saturday! Then make an evening of it with dinner and free live music after the game at the Lismore Quad!

Newcastle Jets vs Brisbane Roar tickets 👇
https://www.visitlismore.com.au/operator/newcastle-jets-v-brisbane-roar/

FRIDAY 8 AUGUST
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Explore multiple exhibitions inc. The Archibald Prize 2024, Lismore Regional Gallery, 10am-4pm (Fri-Sun)
👉Newcastle Jets Open Training Session, Oakes Oval, 10am-11.30pm
👉Exhibition: Lismore Art Club Inc 65th Annual Exhibition, Flourish Art, 10am-4pm
👉Friday Night Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 6.30pm-9.30pm
👉Theatre: Black Adder 2, Rochdale Theatre, 7.30pm-10pm
👉Live Music: Nathan Kaye, 5.30pm, DJ Dakoda, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore

SATURDAY 9 AUGUST
👉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
👉Exhibition: Lismore Art Club Inc 65th Annual Exhibition, Flourish Art, 10am-2pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Two Mates Brewing Taphouse, enjoy eats & drinks, South Lismore, 12pm-8pm
👉Newcastle Jets vs Brisbane Roar, Oakes Oval, 3pm-6pm, visitlismore.com.au
👉Live Music & Art: Echo Locator Winter Glowing Cross Edition, Lismore Quad, 4pm-7.30pm
👉Disco Skate Night, Rollerworld Lismore, 7pm
👉Live Show: Herman’s Hermits, Lismore Workers Club, 8pm
👉Live Music: Dirty Channel Band, 9.30pm, Hotel Lismore

SUNDAY 10 AUGUST
👉Channon Craft Market, Coronation Park, 9am-3pm
👉Heritage Park Railway Train Rides, Molesworth Street, 10.30am-4pm
👉Live Music at The Channon Tavern, 1.30pm
👉Workshop: Textured Art, The Artisans Table, 3pm-5.30pm
👉Live Music: Hubcap Stan, Eltham Hotel, 4pm-6.30pm
👉Pluckers & Poets Open Mic, Dunoon Sports Club, 4pm
👉Film: How To Make A Killing, 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/

07/08/2025

🔥 NEWCASTLE JETS STAR LACHIE BAYLISS IS READY – ARE YOU? 🔥

Tickets are selling fast for this Saturday’s clash between the Newcastle Jets and Brisbane Roar FC at Oakes Oval! Don’t miss your chance to see the action live.

👉 Newcastle Jets open training session: Oakes Oval - Friday, 8 August at 10am
👉 Newcastle Jets vs Brisbane Roar: Oakes Oval - Saturday, 9 August at 3pm

🎟 Secure your spot now: https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/e5c268b8-ca03-496e-bdcc-7a7ad19ff0e9

06/08/2025

FAMILY FUN IN LISMORE THIS SATURDAY: SOCCER & LIVE MUSIC! ⚽🎶

Get ready for a jam-packed afternoon of soccer, family fun and entertainment this Saturday in Lismore!

⚽️ A LEAGUE COMES TO OAKES OVAL
Watch the Newcastle Jets as they take on Brisbane Roar in this epic A-League preseason clash. Don’t miss out on the action, get your tickets at 👇
https://tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/e5c268b8-ca03-496e-bdcc-7a7ad19ff0e9

📍 Oakes Oval, 144 Magellan St, Lismore
⏰ Gates open 2pm, game starts 3pm

🎶 LIVE MUSIC & ART AT THE QUAD
Following the game wander over to The Lismore Quad, grab some local takeaway and enjoy an evening of FREE live music and art.
👉Live music by Peel Island, Noise Xhurxh, Speeding Vehicle and Abstract Human
👉Radio Adrienne Installation ‘Cabbage Palm Garden’ by Adrienne Kenafake plus sounds by Holiday Maker Records.

For more information visit lismorequad.org.au

📍 Lismore Quad, 110 Magellan St
⏰ 4pm-7.30pm

🍜 Feeling hungry? Discover City Eats - https://www.visitlismore.com.au/plan-your-visit/eat-drink/

It is going to be a great day in Lismore, come for the football and stay for the music!

05/08/2025

DISCOVER TEXTURED ART AT THE ARTISANS TABLE 🎨💐

Looking for a creative escape this Sunday? Discover the magic of textured art at The Artisans Table at their hands on workshop where you will learn how to sculpt floral designs using plaster and palette knives.

Whether you are discovering it for the first time or returning to create your next masterpiece, this workshop is accessible to all ages and abilities and is the perfect way to unwind, explore your artistic side and have fun!

All participants will leave with a framed artwork ready to hand at home!

📍 The Artisans Table – 94 Keen St, Lismore
📆 Sunday 10 August
⏰ 3pm–5pm
🎨 All materials provided
🎟 $80pp - Book now to secure your spot 👉 www.theartisanstablelismore.com

📸 Emily

05/08/2025

🏅 LISMORE WORKERS MASTERS GAMES UPDATE 🏅

Early bird registrations have now closed and what a response!

Over 750 participants have already signed up to be part of the Games this September!

👉 Team registrations close Friday, 15 August.
If you’re planning to register a team, don’t leave it too late, spots are filling fast!

👉 Participant registrations close Friday, 29 August.
Get in while you can and be part of the action 👉 www.lismoremastersgames.com.au

🏅 LISMORE WORKERS MASTERS GAMES UPDATE 🏅

Early bird registrations have now closed and what a response!

Over 750 participants have already signed up to be part of the Games this September!

👉 Team registrations close Friday, 15 August.
If you’re planning to register a team, don’t leave it too late, spots are filling fast!

👉 Participant registrations close Friday, 29 August.

Get in while you can and be part of the action 👉 www.lismoremastersgames.com.au

05/08/2025

LOLA DJ STAGE LINE-UP 🎧🎶👏👌🎤

Announcing the sonic pulse of the LOLA Arts Festival, where curated soundscapes meet visual art, and late-night sets move both bodies and boundaries.

Representing a fusion of electronic rhythm, experimental beats, and art-forward curation, LOLA DJs create a space where music isn’t just heard, it’s felt, seen, and lived.

This is not just a DJ set. It’s art you can dance to.

📆 Saturday 23 August 2025
📍 Lismore Laneways, Nesbitt Lane | Eggins Lane
⏰ 1pm - 9pm
🌐 https://www.visitlismore.com.au/lola/

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