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Meeting the Buddha
Amid political upheaval in Tibet and profound cultural transformation in the West, Meeting the Buddha tells a richly historical yet deeply personal story of how timeless wisdom found its way into modern life.
Half-Light: The Autumn Equinox Celebration at Frida's Field
Come and celebrate the small joys of life - walk the fields, gather around the fire, share food, drink, and conversation—be present, be merry, and make this equinox truly unforgettable.
The Wailers
Bluesfest Tours is proud to present The Wailers - 50 Years of Positive Vibrations, a powerful celebration marking 50 years of Rastaman Vibration - one of the most influential albums in reggae history — and honouring the enduring legacy of Bob Marley & The Wailers.
Bluesfest 2026
Australia’s most iconic music festival returns to the heart of the Northern Rivers this Easter, with Bluesfest Byron Bay 2026 set to deliver four unforgettable days of world-class live music, culture and community.
Festival of the Stone 2026
Music and beer lovers of Byron and beyond, mark your calendars! Welcome back to the brewery for a winter celebration filled with great music, good company and the age-old tradition of stone brewing.
Mullum Roots Festival 2026
With its reputation for bringing together an eclectic mix of acts, Mullum Roots Festival has successfully carved out its place as one of the most anticipated events on the regional calendar.
Nudge Nudge Wink Wink
Nudge Nudge Wink Wink is back in the Shed at the Billinudgel Hotel on Saturday 7 March, bringing together quality dance music, a generous dancefloor and a community that knows how to do a good night properly.
KIVARI Byron Bay Reopening Event
To celebrate the reopening, KIVARI will host a special in-store event featuring music, refreshments and exclusive KIVARI gift bags for customers on the day.
Harmony Amidst Destruction
An explosive fusion of breaking, live music and cinematic visuals arrives at Byron Theatre this February.
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram – The Hard Road Tour
Following his sold-out 2025 tour, including a breakout performance at Bluesfest Byron Bay, the Grammy-winning blues sensation is back with his most ambitious album yet—Hard Road.
Clandestine Wings
A rare astrological alignment not seen in over 6,000 years will be marked with a solutions focused community gathering at Byron Theatre on Friday 20 February, coinciding with the launch of local author Fiona Love’s novel Clandestine Wings.
Sunset Assembly
Sunset Assembly invites you to a slow, soulful gathering for groovers who prefer depth over drops and connection over chaos. As the sun dips, warm rhythms roll in: unhurried, sensual, and spacious enough to breathe inside.
Ocie Elliot
Set to bring their compelling blend of folk songwriting and harmonic bliss to Australian venues in January/February 2026, is the talented Ocie Elliott – the project of Canadian musicians Jon Middleton and Sierra Lundy.
A Trip Through the 70s
Get ready to dust off your flares, platform shoes and sequins - the party of the 70s decade is coming to Byron Bay!
RHYTHMS OF RESOLUTION (NYD)
Step into the new year with rhythm, connection, and community as Sensory Blender presents Rhythms of Resolution — a day and night celebration of global beats, soulful grooves, and deep dancefloor energy at the North Byron Hotel on New Year’s Day, 2026.
Sébastien Léger
Big news just in: the one and only Sébastien Léger — one of our all-time favourite DJs and producers — is coming to play with us in Byron Bay!
Veterans & Frontline Workers Retreat – Byron Yoga Centre
Take time out to rest, recharge, and reconnect at this residential retreat designed specifically for veterans and frontline workers.
Russell Hobbs British Film Festival 2025
The Russell Hobbs British Film Festival, presented by Palace, returns to Byron Bay this November with a spectacular program of new releases, documentaries, comedies and retrospectives celebrating the best of British cinema.
Nudge Nudge Wink Wink 10th anniversary + raffle
This milestone edition brings a decade of joy, generosity and dance-floor magic, uniting the community once again for an unforgettable night of rhythm, connection and giving back.
Christmas Uke-Tacular 2025
If you love a good sing-along and a healthy dose of Christmas cheer, mark Saturday 6 December in your diary, because Stukulele and Miss Amber’s Christmas Uke-Tacular is back at The Courthouse Hotel, Mullumbimby!
Burn After Dark – Summer Festival at Three Blue Ducks Byron
Created in collaboration with some of Byron’s most creative locals, this edition of the fiery celebration of food, art and live music draws inspiration from desert nights, summer solstice energy and a touch of Moroccan magic.
Material Memory - Tweed Regional Gallery
This striking body of work explores texture, craftsmanship and the quiet stories held within salvaged materials, brought together through Dean’s thoughtful, contemporary sculptural practice.
Byron Firies Relay
Byron Bay’s local firefighters are lacing up their boots - and suiting up in more than 18 kilograms of firefighting gear - for the second annual Byron Firies Relay, raising money and awareness for Prostate Cancer through Movember.
Sunset Assembly
The Citadel in Murwillumbah hosts the debut of Sunset Assembly — a new event concept blending slow grooves, warm rhythms, and community spirit as the sun sets.
Byron Community Market
There’s something special about being by the ocean with live music, handmade goods and happy faces all around.
Nudge Nudge Wink Wink Nov 1st
Big hearts, good times and great grooves come together for a community cause.
Nimbin Roots Festival
The beloved Nimbin Roots Festival, a vibrant celebration of original music and artistic expression, returns to the picturesque village of Nimbin, marking its 10th Anniversary with an unforgettable lineup and unique cultural experience.
Destination Byron 2025 Symposium
Expect a day packed with fresh insights, interactive workshops and actionable takeaways, along with a working-style networking lunch to connect with industry peers.
Byron bay Film Festival
The Byron Bay Film Festival (BBFF) returns this October, bringing ten days of inspiring cinema, red-carpet events, filmmaker Q&As and creative community celebrations to the Northern Rivers.
Opening Night - Byron Film Festival: birthright
The festival runs from 17–26 October, with BIRTHRIGHT launching celebrations on Friday October 17 at a red-carpet gala screening at Palace Byron Bay, followed by an after-party at Byron’s stylish Tokyo Doll, complete with karaoke.
Bob Brown in Conversation 2025
Byron Writers Festival invites you to a special evening event with Bob Brown in conversation about his new memoir, Defiance, with David Heilpern.
"Born in the 80s" Byron Community Market Special Event
Enjoy live performances from The Versace Boys, Lainie Godiva, and ObiSun, plus a high-energy 80s dance workshop The Cassettes. Dress in your best 80s outfit for on-the-spot prizes and join the Tag & Win social media competition for extra rewards.
Bangers & Mash
Bangers & Mash Soundsystem is back at The Northern in the heart of Byron Bay, bringing an epic night of house, techno, garage and DNB.
Byron Twilight Market Launch
The Byron Twilight Market is back, setting the scene for balmy Saturday evenings filled with local creativity, live music and good vibes.
Breast Screening
The BreastScreen NSW North Coast mobile unit is coming to Byron Bay from 29th September to 24th October 2025 at the Cavanbah Centre.