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 […]
BY Rick
A night of Afro-Cuban rhythm, big band energy and late night latin jazz at Paradiso Music Room. Kwasi Bruni Big Band returns with a live sho Havana Noche is a celebration of Afro-Cuban jazz, salsa and big band improvisation, led by the powerful sounds of Kwasi Bruni Big Band. Drawing inspiration from the golden era […]
BY Rick
A new chapter for live comedy in Byron begins this June, with the launch of Byron Bay Comedy and its first event, Rick’s Comedy Review. Kicking off on 23 June 2026, the monthly comedy night will take place at Paradiso Music Room. With just 50 seats available, the focus is on a close, high-energy room […]
BY Rick
When: Saturday 6th June, 2026 4:00pm – 11:00pm TICKETED 18+ event Where: The Billinudgel Hotel What: Nudge Nudge Wink Wink Before The Shed Falls Silent Until September: Join Us for The Season 10 Finale of Nudge Nudge Wink Wink – June 6 Nudge Nudge Wink Wink returns to The Shed at the Billinudgel Hotel on […]
BY Rick
A new stage adaptation of Jessica Anderson’s Miles Franklin Award-winning novel, exploring memory, identity and belonging. Don’t miss this powerful new work from Fairbairn + Wild Productions and Byron Theatre Company. Running from 5-13 June. Limited season. Byron Bay: This June, Tirra Lirra by the River arrives at Byron Theatre in a virtuosic and kaleidoscopic […]
BY Rick
The Bangalow Film Festival returns this June for its sixth year, bringing a curated program of film, music and live events to the Northern Rivers. Running 11–21 June at the Bangalow A&I Hall, the 2026 festival will feature more than 20 premieres, special screenings and original productions. The full program will be announced next week, […]
