There is a wide range of things to do in Ballina, Lennox Head, Alstonville and the surrounding areas.
There is ALWAYS something to do here
On the river, at the beach, on the golf course or a relaxing stroll through the park there is always something to do.
The beaches, Richmond River, headlands and parks offer a range of great activities for all ages. You will find picnic and barbecue facilities in most waterfront settings and our skate park is world class, as well as 25kms of cycleways and paths that allow you to explore the waterways and beaches. More local Beaches info.
May 2008 - Whats On
1st May - Live Music Byron Vista in Concert
Byron Community & Cultural Centre 0402 934 109
3-4th May - Nimbin MardiGrass
Nimbin MardiGrass 02 6689 1842
4th May - Ballina Lions Fun Run & Walk
9:00am start and finish at Missingham Bridge Reserve. Marshalling to commence at 8:00am
For more info contact John 6686 0412 or Ken 6683 4550
4th May - Byron Ocean Swim Classic
Byron Bay Beach Hotel Winter Whales - 20th Anniversary Ocean Swim Classic - 2.2km and - the first Mini Ocean Swim - 800m - great prizes, random draws, kids events
Ocean Swim Classic Bryon Bay 02 6680 8558
8-11th May - Ballina District Orchid Show,
Ballina Fair Shopping Centre - (Concluding 12 noon Sunday) 02 6681 5242
10th May - Byron Bay Triathlon
Byron Bay Triathlon 0400 788 336
10th May - Anglican Church Alstonville - Mother's Day Fete
Anglican Church Alstonville - contact Barry Campey 02 6628 0231
8am - 1pm mother's day gifts, floral arrangements, plants, craft and cards, second hand goods, games, books and music, children's activities, face painting, bbq b'fast and lunch, cakes, pancakes, m'tea, lollies, tea/coffee, lamingtons, raffle, home produce, environmental display. Entertainment from 9:30am
10, 17, 24 & 31 - Tweed Harbour Fireworks Challenge
Tweed Harbour Fireworks Challenge, 07 5536 2277
18th May - Bangalow Billycart Derby
Bangalow Billy Cart Derby or phone 0419 715 098
24th May - 1st June FEHVA - The Festival for Art Lovers & Artists
Bangalow A&I Hall. For more info contact Dee Tipping Program Director Phone 02 6687 1623 Email dee@buttery.org.au
23rd to 25th May - Casino Orchid Show
9am-5pm (Sunday 8.30am-4pm) Presbyterian Hall Hickey St Casino 02 6663 3366
26th May - National Sorry Day
27th May - Tweed Harbour Fireworks Challenge
For more info phone 07 5536 2277
27th May to 3rd June - Casino Beef Week
Casino Beef Week 02 6662 8181
28th May - Music Viva Concert
St Mary's Anglican Church, Ballina 7.30pm. Two of Australia’s most talented soloists have joined forces to form Luminesca, a guitar/cello duo that performs a range of music from romantic and contemporary classics to Spanish and tango delights. For ticket info Lismore phone 66224987, Ballina phone 6686243 and at the door if still available.
Don't Miss:
The Macadamia Castle, Thursday Plantation, Ballina Naval & Maritime Museum. Click Here for details and MORE THINGS TO DO IN BALLINA.
Skate Park & Ampitheatre
Ballina Skate park is situated at the southeast end of the Missingham Bridge and hosts a number of competitions throughout the year. The Ampitheatre provides the community and local bands with a venue situated outdoors on the river's edge.
Ballina Olympic Pool and Waterslide
Opposite the Tourist Info in River Street - Open 7 days a week. Weekends and school holidays 10.00am - 4.00pm and 10.00 - 5.00pm during daylight savings.
MARKETS
The North Coast is famous for its markets, with lots of local businesses and individuals mixing together to provide an alternative to supermarket shopping. A day at the markets is a day out, so we recommend you look at the Local Markets Page to get an idea of what is on.
MORE TO DO
If you don't find what you are looking for in the selection of activities below please browse through our local Business Directory.
Among the 'Must See' Parks in the area are Killen Falls, Lumley Park, Elizabeth Anne Brown Park, Victoria Park, Mobbs Bay, South Ballina Beach and South Wall, Lance Ferris Park (on left), Pioneer Memorial Park, Boulders Beach, Pat Moreton Lookout, Lake Ainsworth, Seven Mile Beach.
The most important thing we want you to do is... have fun discovering Ballina!
