BY Rick
Byron Writers Festival’s 30th anniversary edition sold out across the weekend of 14–16 August, with over 10,000 festival attendees gathering in Byron Bay for three days of ideas, stories and conversation. For the first time, Byron Writers Festival unfolded across the heart of Byron Bay itself, turning the township into a true sanctuary for ideas, […]
BY Rick
After two sold-out shows, Byron Bay Comedy returns to Paradiso Music Room 25 August with the third Rick’s Comedy Review. June filled every seat for the launch, and July followed with another sold-out show. So, for August, we’re getting a little cheeky. We’re not telling you who the headliner is. After two sold-out shows, we’re […]
BY Rick
Byron Bay prepares for the festival’s landmark 30th anniversary edition, 14–16 August Final tickets on sale as Byron Bay prepares to welcome Australia’s favourite regional celebration of ideas, stories and conversation. With just one week to go, Byron Writers Festival is putting the finishing touches on its landmark 30th anniversary program, taking place across Byron […]
BY Rick
North Coast Mud Trail returns with four days of ceramics, creativity and connection The North Coast Mud Trail returns this August with its biggest program yet, expanding from its much-loved open studio weekend into a four-day celebration of ceramics across the Byron, Ballina and Lismore shires. Running from 21 to 24 August 2026, the 14th […]
BY Rick
Politics, history and the future of democracy are in focus at Byron Writers Festival this August. The 2026 program brings together some of Australia’s leading journalists, political commentators, economists and authors to discuss the biggest issues shaping our nation and the world. Expect conversations about Donald Trump’s second presidency, Australia’s housing crisis, climate change, press […]
BY Rick
Looking for the best winter food deals in Byron Bay? Whether you’re craving wood-fired pizza, pasta, or a perfectly cooked steak, there’s something delicious on offer every night of the week. These local favourites are serving up big value with plenty of flavour. Here’s where to eat out in Byron Bay each day of the […]
BY Rick
A new music and arts festival is coming to the Northern Rivers, with Bangalow set to host the inaugural DINGO Music & Arts Festival across four days from 8–11 October 2026. Anchored in jazz and programmed through a contemporary lens, DINGO brings together internationally acclaimed musicians, leftfield selectors, performance artists, chefs and thinkers for four […]
BY Rick
After a sensational sold-out 2022 season, NORPA’s Love for One Night returns to the iconic Eltham Hotel for a strictly limited season under the stars from August 27 to September 12, 2026. Winner of the 2023 PAC Australia IMPACT Award and hailed by critics as “pure joy” (Australian Stage), the much-loved site-specific work comes back […]
BY Rick
Four monks from the Gyuto Tantric University, one of the most revered institutions in Tibetan Buddhism, are in residence at Crystal Castle & Shambhala Gardens from now to 30 August 2026. The daily program runs from 10:30am to 4:30pm and includes meditation, multiphonic chanting, Buddhist talks, tantric art classes and empowerment ceremonies, all included with […]
BY Rick
The Byron Writers Festival is more than a weekend of conversations. It’s three days of ideas, stories, music, food and community in the heart of Byron Bay. Running from 14-16 August 2026, the festival transforms the town into one of Australia’s great literary gatherings. With dozens of sessions each day, bestselling authors, emerging voices and […]
BY Rick
After a sold-out launch in June, Byron Bay Comedy returns to Paradiso Music Room on Tuesday 28 July with another Rick’s Comedy Review. The inaugural show filled every seat, with audiences enjoying an intimate night of live stand-up comedy. Grace Hogan kept the energy high as MC, feature comics Dan Sevcik, Odette and Mark Boulton […]
BY Rick
The July school holidays are a fantastic time for families to visit Byron Bay. Winter brings mild, sunny days, crisp mornings and perfect conditions for exploring the region. It’s also the start of whale watching season, with humpback whales making their annual journey along the coast. Kids can enjoy everything from surf lessons and kayaking […]
