What’s On

  • Launch Party

    When

    Friday 16 May from 4pm

    Where

    We Can’t wait to tell you

    Live music. Food and brews. A vibe that won’t quit. That’s what you can expect at The Big Chill Launch Party and so much more… Hold your horse, all will be revealed in good time. 

  • Little Chillers

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    Thats right, The Big Chill is an all-ages event. Little Chillers is a zone for the little ones that’s big on fun, keeping hands busy and hearts full with face painting, arts and crafts, interactive experiences, giant games, circus acts and their very own live entertainment. (Parents rejoice!). Keep your eyes peeled for the full Little Chillers program to be announced. 

  • Live & Local

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    We know, we know, you’re on the edge of your seats, waiting with bated breath to know the names of this year’s Live & Local heroes. Watch this space, all will be revealed.

  • The Big Chilli

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    Do you like it hot, hot, extra hot?! Get ready to blow your head off with the Big Chilli. Let’s see who can handle the heat when eating the hottest chili this side of the equator.

  • BBQ Alley

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    If BBQ feasts are up your alley, head directly to BBQ Alley, do not pass go, do not collect $200. Instead, do enjoy the live cooking demonstrations, the taste tests and the one and only BBQ @ The Big Chill Competition. 

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  • The Big Chilly Dip @ Dumaresq Dam

    When

    Sunday 18 May from 7:45am

    Where

    Dumaresq Dam

    Feel like getting fresh? (When we say fresh, we mean cold. Like, really bloody cold.) Then the Big Chilly Dip at the dreamy Dumaresq Dam is for you! BYO swimming trunks, wetsuit, towel, hot water bottle, whatever you can find to keep warm alongside an upbeat, piping hot attitude. We’ll bring the beanies, B&E rolls and cheers of support from the sidelines.

     

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  • Launch Party

    When

    Friday 16 May from 4pm

    Where

    We Can’t wait to tell you

    Live music. Food and brews. A vibe that won’t quit. That’s what you can expect at The Big Chill Launch Party and so much more… Hold your horse, all will be revealed in good time. 

  • Little Chillers

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    Thats right, The Big Chill is an all-ages event. Little Chillers is a zone for the little ones that’s big on fun, keeping hands busy and hearts full with face painting, arts and crafts, interactive experiences, giant games, circus acts and their very own live entertainment. (Parents rejoice!). Keep your eyes peeled for the full Little Chillers program to be announced. 

  • Live & Local

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    We know, we know, you’re on the edge of your seats, waiting with bated breath to know the names of this year’s Live & Local heroes. Watch this space, all will be revealed.

  • BBQ Alley

    When

    Saturday 17 May from 11am

    Where

    Armidale Showground

    If BBQ feasts are up your alley, head directly to BBQ Alley, do not pass go, do not collect $200. Instead, do enjoy the live cooking demonstrations, the taste tests and the one and only BBQ @ The Big Chill Competition. 

    Learn more