Looking for a reason to escape to the Hinterland? We've compiled the best events in the Northern Rivers for the rest of 2019.
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Weekly and Monthly Markets
Every Friday - Mullum Farmers Market 7-11am Mullumbimby Showground
Every Saturday - Lismore Farmers Market 7-11am Lismore Showground
Every Saturday - Bangalow Farmers Market 7-11am Bangalow Hotel car park
1st Saturday - Brunswick Heads Markets 7-2pm Memorial Park
1st & 3rd Sunday Lismore car boot market 7-2pm Lismore Square car park
1st Sunday - Byron Bay Markets 8-2 Main Beach Foreshore
2nd & 5th Sunday - Lennox Markets 8-2pm Lennox Head Community Centre
4th Sunday - Bangalow Market 9-3pm Bangalow Showground
Read our post on the top hinterland markets.
AUGUST
2 – 4 Aug Byron Writers Festival
The annual Byron Writers Festival is Australia’s largest and leading regional celebration of storytelling, literature and ideas. More than 150 sessions are held during Festival Week attracting more than 12,000 people to the area. More info.
17 - 18 Aug North Coast Mud Trail – Open Studios
Once a year, as part of The Australian Ceramics Association’s Open Studios, Northern Rivers’ artists open their spaces to the public for one weekend only, giving the opportunity for visitors to see demonstrations, hear artists’ talks, participate in workshops, learn about their processes, and purchase ceramics directly from the artists themselves. Read More
SEPTEMBER
7 Sep Sample Food Festival
Each year foodies from far and wide have the opportunity to “sample” the best food and beverage, Northern New South Wales has to offer. The region’s top restaurants compete for the coveted “Gold Fork” awards and collaborate on a special luncheon. It's on at the Bangalow Showground. $5 entry at the gate. Kids Free. Free Parking all day onsite. Read more
OCTOBER
31 Oct - 3 Nov Byron Latin Fiesta
Enjoy 3 days and 4 nights of Latin dance workshops and parties with international, national and local instructors and performers. Catering to beginners and seasoned dancers alike, there is something for everyone at Australia's longest running Latin dance festival. Read more
12 - 13 Oct Byron Bay Guitar Festival
The Byron Bay Guitar Festival celebrates all things guitar with the best guitarists and a weekend of performances, masterclasses and showcases. Held in the iconic Byron Bay Brewery, the BBGF has staged some of the best guitarists including Kevin Borich, Ash Grunwald, British India, Dallas Frasca, Lloyd Spiegel, Jeff Martin, Hussy Hicks, Tash Wolf and the late Phil Emmanuel. Read more
NOVEMBER
10 - 11 Nov Mullumbimby Show
They say it's the biggest little show in Australia, situtated at the beautiful Mullumbimby Showgrounds at the base of Mount Chincogan. Read more
14 - 17 Nov Mullum Music Festival
No gates. No big headlines. No VIP areas. Basically a no hassle street festival where artists and performers mingle and where shows are held in halls, clubs and pubs rather than tents. It's a great way to experience the vibrant village of Mullumbimby. More info.
DECEMBER
24 Dec Bangalow Christmas Eve Carnival
The Bangalow Christmas Eve Carnival is famous shire-wide. With street performers, food trucks, fair-ground rides and Christmas cheer in abundance, this is the most wonderful family-friendly event! Join in the festivities of this delightful community event held every Christmas Eve in the main street of Bangalow. Read more