Ballina Coast & Hinterland Events

Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun-filled night at the Ballina RSL Club's Trivia Tuesdays! Held every Tuesday evening in the Sports Lounge, this weekly event is free to enter and perfect for a midweek catch-up with friends. With a variety of prizes on offer, it's your chance to show off your smarts while enjoying a relaxed evening of dinner, drinks, and friendly competition. Whether you're a trivia buff or just in it for the laughs, everyone's welcome! Make it…

Visit Chido Cantina in Lennox Head for their special Taco Tuesday! Tacos and margaritas are available all night and at a great price! Chido Cantina is a family-owned Mexican cantina in Lennox Head, offering a relaxed surf-style vibe and a menu that elevates traditional Mexican dishes.

If you didn't know already on Wednesday nights Hey Lady Diner offers margaritas all night! Spicy, classic or coconut, take your pick! Bring your mates and make a night of it.

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!

Head over to Kelp Restaurant Ballina for steak and beer night! Serving up steak and beer combos and great vibes every Wednesday and Thursday night.

Dog Drawing in Lennox Head isn't your average life drawing session. It's a fun, hands-on opportunity to meet a new furry friend each week—dogs who are more than happy to be the centre of attention (and yes, they accept treats and scratches as payment). Spaces are limited, and all skill levels are welcome! The class is BYO drinks, but art supplies and a grazing board are supplied and easygoing music sets the tone. Each class features a different canine model,…

Visit Jekyll and Hyde on a Thursday for their sunset sessions! Expect great cocktails, beer and wine followed by listening session of live music. Jekyll & Hyde is a very popular bar with the locals in the social hub of Lennox Head. The perfect place to meet friends after a day of shopping and relaxing on the beach for a drink and tapas style dining.

Visit Chido Cantina in Lennox Head on Thursdays and treat yourself to a special nachos and your choice of frozen cocktail, schooner cali cream, glass of house wine or a soft drink. Yum!

Get ready for a toe-tapping twist on your typical trivia night! Join the fun at the Australian Hotel in Ballina every Thursday evening for Musical Bingo — where the numbers are out, and the beats are in. It's free to play, fun for all ages (18+ for prizes), and guaranteed to bring the good vibes and great tunes. Why not make an evening of it! The bistro is open for dinner, with drinks flowing from the bar. No bookings needed,…

Each Thursday, soak up the coastal vibes at Kelp as some of the Northern Rivers' best local artists take the stage. Enjoy live music, great food, and an unbeatable atmosphere — the perfect way to ease into the weekend. Whether you're a local or just passing through, Kelp's Thursday sessions serve up talent, tunes, and tasty bites in one unforgettable night.

Ease into your weekend with a few bevvies and a Thursday night jam session in Lennox Head! A night where the Lennox Hotel provide the instruments and you provide the talent, with all musicians welcome to take to the stage.

Kickstart your weekend with great tunes and good vibes at Cherry Street Sports Club. Every Friday and Saturday night, the club comes alive with live music, bringing together locals and visitors for an evening of entertainment and easygoing fun. Settle in at the Sporties Restaurant and Café, where you'll find all your Aussie favourites – from flavour-packed appetisers and fresh seafood to sizzling grilled mains and decadent desserts. It's the perfect pairing of delicious dining and live local music. Bringing…