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The Big Chill Festival is back for 2024, with more!

The Big Chill is back for 2024, and Armidale’s annual celebration will feature everything it has become known for - and more!

The Big Chill will be held at the Armidale Sportsground on 18 and 19 May 2024.

Award-winning alternative rock band The Rubens, and Australian music legend DIESEL will headline a huge line-up of national and local artists including Jack River, Kingswood, Electric Postman, Fergus James and Loren Ryan.

“This year, as well as our main stage, we are thrilled to announce that we have a second community stage for local acts,” said Armidale Regional Council Mayor Sam Coupland.

In addition to the extensive and diverse musical line-up of national and local artists, the event features a full program that promises something for everyone.

According to Mayor Coupland, The Big Chill celebrates the New England.

“It gathers our community and attracts visitors to the region during Armidale’s beautiful cooler months - for a fun weekend that includes great music, delicious locally sourced food, craft beer, local distilleries and boutique wines.”

“In 2024, The Big Chill will be open to all ages on both days with more experiences for all,” he said.

“Spend the weekend with family and friends. The entire family will be able to enjoy fire pits, art installations, interactive experiences for teens, and a kids’ zone!”

The full program is available on The Big Chill website, and tickets are on sale from Wednesday 13 December.

For more information, and to book your tickets here www.bigchill.com.au

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