What’s On in December - Tenterfield & Surrounds
December in Tenterfield, the New England High Country and the Granite Belt is one of the most rewarding times to visit. Long daylight hours, warm weather, cool evenings and a festive buzz mean there’s always something to eat, see and do — whether you’re here for a quiet escape, a vineyard wander, a mountain hike or a star-filled night sky you’ll remember forever.
Here are some of the wonderful things happening across this beautiful region throughout December.
Tenterfield – December 2025 Events
Park Run – 8am every Saturday
5 Dec – Countryside Supper at Stonefruit
6 Dec – Tenterfield Railway Markets
7 Dec – Torrington Market Day
7 Dec – Knucklehead Wines courtyard takeover at Stonefruit
20 Dec – Tenterfield Farmers & Producers Market
27 Dec – Drake Village Markets
Must-Visit Experiences
• Tenterfield Railway Museum
• Tenterfield Saddler
• Boonoo Boonoo Waterfall
• Hike Bald Rock
• Captain Thunderbolt’s Hideout
• Mount Mackenzie Lookout
• Tourist Route 9
Stargazing
• 4 Dec – Full / Super Moon
• 7 Dec – Mercury at Greatest Western Elongation & Conjunction with Jupiter
• 13 Dec – Geminids Meteor Shower Peak
• 20 Dec – New Moon (ideal dark-sky viewing)
• 22 Dec – December Solstice
• 22 Dec – Ursids Meteor Shower
New England High Country – December 2025
• 4 Dec – Christmas in the Mall Armidale
• 5 Dec – Guyra Christmas Carnival
• 7 Dec – High Country Markets, Uralla
• 13 Dec – Glen Innes Men’s Shed Car Boot Sale & Markets
• 14 Dec – Armidale Farmers Markets
• 20 Dec – Walcha Farmers Markets
• 21 Dec – Summer Solstice at the Australian Standing Stones, Glen Innes
Granite Belt – December 2025
• 5 Dec – Ridgemill Estate Soirée (fortnightly on Fridays)
• 14 Dec – Stanthorpe Market in the Mountains
• Every Friday & Saturday – Sunset Sessions, Summit Estate
• POETS Progressive Dinner – Heritage Estate Wines
• Charcoal & Scarlet Dinner – every Friday at Balancing Heart Vineyard
• Sunset Cinema & Wine Tasting – Dear Vincent Wines
Tenterfield Accommodation Options
If you’re planning a Summer escape to the region, Mirumiru Bubbletent and Sunday at Mirumiru offer some of the most unique accommodation experiences in Tenterfield and the New England High Country. Located just minutes from Mount Mackenzie Lookout and close to Bald Rock National Park, our glamping Bubbletents and restored farmhouse provide an unforgettable way to explore Tenterfield and surrounding regions. With uninterrupted dark skies for stargazing, firepits, outdoor baths, and family‑friendly options, Mirumiru is the perfect base for visitors searching for Tenterfield accommodation, Granite Belt glamping, New England getaways, and High Country stays. Book direct for the best access to seasonal offers and exclusive experiences.