More than 7000 music lovers will descend on Armidale for the second ‘A Day on the Green’ concert on Saturday, March 9.
As with last year’s concert, accom-modation in Armidale is almost totally booked out, however a new initiative sees the advent of a Tent City at the Armidale Showgrounds. This offers patrons alternate accommodation at a prime location, convenient for the city centre and transport to and from the event. Armidale Legacy will be on site to offer breakfast and other services. For further information, go to: http://www.tentcityhire.com.au/level_2/bookings.html
Shuttle buses will run from the showgrounds to the winery, giving patrons a hassle-free transport option to enjoy this year’s ‘A Day on the Green’.
This year, visitors can enjoy more of what Armidale has to offer, with Armidale Dumaresq Council planning activities across three days.
The monthly market will take place in the Mall on Sunday morning following the concert, with live music and stalls. More than 20 of the town’s retailers have also joined together with special offers and discounts in store and extended shopping hours on Saturday and Sunday.
“Access all Areas was borne out of the evaluation process which followed the highly successful 2012 event. Quite simply, it is planned to extend the party atmosphere engendered by ‘A Day on the Green’ at Petersons Winery, down into the CBD. So head down to the Malls and join in the fun. The final ingredient must be you!” said Armidale Dumaresq Mayor Jim Maher.
“Our first concert in Armidale last year was an overwhelming success and this year we’ll have a slightly bigger capacity, with an extra thousand people attending,” said ‘A Day on the Green’ promoter Michael Newton.
“Once again there is a huge vibe across the whole New England area and I know everyone is really looking forward to being at Petersons again.”
The special guest support acts will be Mark Seymour, whose powerful and passionate live performances with his band The Undertow are always crowd favourites; and acclaimed Albury local Lisa Mitchell, chosen by Finn & Kelly to open the entire Australian tour.
Resident DJ and party master Grand Master Baitz, who made a huge impression on the Armidale audiences last year with his funky multi-outfit changes, will be back on the decks again, spinning the tracks between acts.
EVENT INFORMATION:
Gates will open at 3.30pm. Playing times are:
4.20pm Lisa Mitchell
5.30pm Mark Seymour
7.00pm Neil Finn & Paul Kelly
‘A Day on the Green’ is a fully licensed event. Strictly no BYO alcohol. Food will be available on site or BYO picnic. Deck chairs and picnic rugs are recommended. For all event information, go to adayonthegreen.com.au.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION:
Edwards Buses are providing transport from around the region, including from Inverell, Moree, Grafton, Coffs Harbour, Tamworth and Glen Innes.
On concert day, Edwards are running shuttle buses from all around Armidale to the winery, including from the Visitor Information Centre and most motels, returning immediately after the show.
It is preferred that tickets are purchased prior to the day. For further information, phone Edwards on 6772 311
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see two of our most influential songwriters and performers touring together for the very first time.
FINAL tickets from ticketmaster.com.au and 136 100.
