Salsa Classes at Wharf Bar
2026-03-06 19:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 20:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Wharf bar and restaurant, 12-24 Fawcett St, ballina, nsw, 2478, Australia
SALSA CLASSES EVERY FRIDAY at Wharf Bar & Restaurant
Every Friday, join us for Salsa classes with Elena from Salsa Mind — learn new moves, enjoy delicious food, and soak up the river vibes!
Classes from 7:30–8:30pm — $20 with complimentary guacamole & tortillas.

Building Future-Ready Businesses in the Northern Rivers
2026-03-04 09:45 - 11:30 | Ballina Surf Club Lighthouse Beach, 65 lighthouse parade, ballina, 2478, Australia
Join RDA Northern Rivers, AusIndustry, NBN Co, ICN and Essential Energy, plus a leading AI adoption expert Northern Rivers Tech, for an exclusive opportunity-focussed regional roadshow event bringing practical insights, connections and support directly to your doorstep.
Discover the opportunities shaping the region’s growth and innovation. Gain firsthand insights into the benefits of innovation and sustainability-led business growth strategies, digital connectedness and capability, collaboration and profile in optimising business value, efficiencies and international competitiveness.  Future-fit your business to seize emerging regional, national and global opportunities!

Wharf River Club Riverside Concert
2026-03-01 15:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-01 15:00 - 18:00 | NSW
Wharf River Club will bring music and entertainment to the river front. With the support of Ballina Times and Paradise FM we are creating place for young and old to come together and enjoy themselves right here in the heart of Ballina. Now is the time to come together and create something special! We have live music every Sunday from 3 – 6pm, right on time for Happy Hour PLUS once a month we host Wharf River Club featuring the biggest bands in the Northern Rivers, right on the Fawcett Park Wharf. Book a table, join us at the bar or bring your family and friends for a picnic on the lawn. The event is FREE but we do ask for you to make a gold coin donation to our charity of the day, supporting our local community.
So far this event series has raised close to $25,000 for Ballina and Norther Rivers based charities including Ballina Marine Rescue, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Ballina, East Ballina Lions Club, Northern Rivers Animal Services (NRAS), Rotary Club of Ballina on Richmond and many more.

Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery
2026-03-01 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-15 15:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-01 15:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-18 15:00 - 21:00 | seven mile brewery, 188-202 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina, nsw, 2478, Australia
Soak in the sounds of the Northern Rivers with family and friends in a fun, laid-back and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy a variety of comfort food from the food trucks on site, including all your favourites such as burgers, nachos, wraps, fries, and American style barbeque meats.
Music from 3 pm every first and third Sunday of the month.

Ballina Farmers and Producers Market
2026-03-01 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-22 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-15 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-08 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-01 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-25 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-18 07:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-11 07:00 - 11:00 and 2 more dates | Commemoration Park, 1 Bentinck St, Ballina, NSW, Australia
Ballina Farmers and Producers Market is your local growers market.
Ballina Farmers and Producers Market is a favourite place to visit on a Sunday morning. It has the best farm fresh produce the region has to offer, in a beautiful setting by the river.
You can find freshly picked vegetables, oyster mushrooms, apples, berries, flowers and crisp salads. Alternatively, grab a punnet of seedlings and grow your own.
There is a wonderful range of artisan-produced foods: cheeses, freshly baked organic sourdough bread, pasta, cloud-like sourdough doughnuts, olives, honey, fermented vegetables and so much more.
The market is a perfect place for you to enjoy a cup of coffee with your pick of breakfast options including croissants, doughnuts, breakfast burgers, sushi, or vegan delights, to name just a few. It is a place for the community to get together.
It’s held at Commemoration Park every Sunday morning, next to the Missingham Bridge in Ballina. Pack a picnic blanket and head on down.
Ballina Farmer and Producers Market

North Coast Show n Shine
2026-02-22 | Ballina Jockey Club and Function Centre, Racecourse Road, Ballina, NSW, Australia
North Coast Show and Shine Celebrates Community, Cars and Giving Back for Third Year Running
The North Coast Show and Shine returns to the Ballina Jockey Club on Sunday 22 February 2026, marking its third year running as one of the region’s most successful community fundraising events — combining a love of cars with live music, family entertainment and strong community spirit.

Food Trucks | Markets | Trade Displays |Live Music – JB’s Blues Breakers | Licensed Bar

*Children’s rides are included in admission.
Displays of cars from the classics to now, motorbikes, utes, many prizes for judging categories. Markets/memorabilia and Trade Stalls.
A fun family day out with entry including jumping castle/rides, children’s activities for kids under 12.
There will be live music, interactive displays and markets. Stay for lunch with food trucks from Northern Rivers NSW and a licensed bar, and food open upstairs in the air conditioning by the Ballina Jockey Club.

Alstonville Community Markets
2026-02-21 08:30 - 15:00 | Alstonville Show Grounds, 6 South St,, Alstonville, nsw, 2477, Australia
Alstonville Community Markets
Sat 21 Feb ’26 – Sat 20 Feb ’27 (month event)

Alstonville Showgrounds – 6 South St, Alstonville NSW 2477
From 8:30am!

The Alstonville Community Markets transform the Alstonville Showground on the third Saturday of every month, bringing together a vibrant mix of local makers, growers and creators. It’s the perfect place to ease into the weekend with great food, artisan stalls, handmade crafts, local produce, clothing, plants and family-friendly entertainment.
Whether you’re browsing for something unique or simply soaking up the country-village atmosphere, these markets deliver that classic Alstonville charm. After exploring the stalls, take a wander along Alstonville’s leafy main street, where boutique shops, cafes and heritage buildings invite you to linger a little longer.
A relaxed Northern Rivers experience with plenty to discover – and even more to enjoy.

On-site parking available via Green Street (because who doesn’t love a good park-and-shop sesh?) See you there for a morning of LOLs, delicious eats, and local treasures galore!

Shelly Beach Sunset Sessions
2026-01-30 16:30 - 20:00, 2026-01-23 16:30 - 20:00 | Shelly Beach Cafe, Shelly Beach Road, Ballina, nsw, 2478, Australia
Shelly’s Sunset Sessions are back!Starting on Friday 9 January from 4.30 – 8pmJoin us on our delicious food tour via the South of Europe:9 January Amalfi Coast16 January Mykonos23 January Barcelona30 January SardiniaThink all delicious Mediterranean food, sparkling cocktails and cold spritzers. Themed nights filled with holiday vibes, and beachfront dining all with Pacific Ocean views. Listening to the sound of the rolling waves paired with your favourite food and drinks.Happy hour 4.30-5. 30pmBookings are essential, if you don’t want to miss out!Walk-ins welcome if space allows.

Sneaky Sound System
2026-01-23 18:00 - 23:30 | Shaws Bay Hotel – The Shawsy, 3 Brighton St, East Ballina, NSW, Australia
*This is an Outdoor Event – Dress to Weather Conditions*
It was back in 2004 when Miss Connie and producer/DJ Angus McDonald started making beautiful music together. A series of singles at first then, in 2006, their self-titled, 3 x platinum debut album. Spearheaded by a spectacular salvo of chart topping hits – UFO, Pictures and I Love It – Sneaky Sound System won ARIA Awards for Breakthrough Artist and Best Dance Release, the first of 14 nominations to-date.
Returning to the sandy shores of Shaws Bay, Sneaky Sound System will bring home the Beachfront Party of the Year.

Anne of Green Gables
2026-01-16 19:00 - 2026-02-01 14:00 | BALLINA PLAYERS, 24 SWIFT STREET, Ballina, nsw, 2478, Australia
BALLINA PLAYERS – REGIONAL THEATRE AT IT’S BEST!
Featuring a vibrant cast, uplifting choreography and a charming score rich with warmth and nostalgia, this production captures the humour, heart and timeless magic that has made Anne a treasured character for generations.
DATES: 2026; 16th January (7pm), 17th January (7pm), 18th January (2pm), 22nd January (7pm), 23rd Jan (7pm), 24th Jan (7pm), 25th Jan (2pm), 29th Jan (7pm), 30th Jan (7pm), 31st Jan (7pm), 1st Feb (2pm)

Jimeoin - Ballina RSL
2026-01-15 19:00 - 22:30 | Ballina RSL, 1 Grant Street, Ballina, nsw, 2478, Australia
Acclaimed for his brilliantly funny wit and charming observations on the absurdities of every day life, Jimeoin is a regular on Australian Television and has made appearances on top-rating international programs, including Late Night with Conan O’Brien.

Newrybar Twilight Market
2026-01-14 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-07 16:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-31 16:00 - 21:00 | Newrybar Community Hall, 13 Old Pacific Hwy, Newrybar, NSW, Australia
Every Wednesday Newrybar Hall hosts the Newrybar Twilight Market.
The farmers market boasts a range of local produce as well as delicious local eats including fresh local produce cakes, tarts, slices, burger and chips, curries, breads, and honey.
Bring a picnic blanket and enjoy the range of dinner options as well as sweet treats.
This market has a great family atmosphere and is well worth the visit!
Newrybar Twilight Market

NRCG - JAN EXHIBITIONS
2026-01-13 08:00 - 2026-03-01 17:00 | NSW
Northern Rivers Community Gallery welcomes 2026 with four exceptional exhibitions by local and interstate artists, offering rich explorations of interior and exterior landscapes, magic and ritual, and the relationship with the world. The new exhibitions feature painting, photography and digital animation by regional artists.
