Sun 4 Oct
Live Music Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery
Grab a coldie, pull up a seat and kick back as one of their local musicians provide tunes for your Sunday. The roster of artists changes frequently, with many…
What's on in Byron Bay — October 2026
Events, markets, live music and things worth making time for.
Byron Bay
October 2026
Live Music Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery headlines Byron Bay this October. We've pulled together 18 things worth your time — dated events, the beaches and walks locals rate, and where to eat. Spring warms to 24–26°C with long dry spells — prime beach and outdoor-event season before the summer humidity.
Updated 3 Oct 2026
Top events this month
Sun 4 Oct
Lily Grace Grant
Enjoy a laid-back Sunday afternoon on the banks of the Richmond River as Lily Grace Grant performs live at the Wharf River Club in Ballina. Hosted by Wharf Bar…
Sun 4 Oct
Lisa Hunt Live at The Shaws Bay Hotel
Make the most of the October long weekend with an afternoon of live music at The Shaws Bay Hotel in Ballina. Renowned vocalist Lisa Hunt will take to the stage…
Tue 6 Oct
Fluro Cactus Canvas Workshop
Makers will create their own vibrant cactus canvas using bold acrylics, fluorescent paints and paint pens, and collage. You'll build up colourful cactus shapes…
Thu 8 Oct
Creative Half Day at Makers Common
Spend the morning making, experimenting and getting creative with three very different art projects! Makers will paint and pattern wooden beads before turnin…
Thu 8 Oct
Bundjalung Nyangbal Cultural Festival
Come along and celebrate culture, community and connection at the Bundjalung Nyangbal Cultural Festival, presented by Bunjum Aboriginal Corporation as part of…
Thu 8 Oct
Farm Kids - Byron Bay
Located at The Farm Byron Bay, at the beginning of each Farm Kids session, they take the children on an educational and fun tour of The Farm. They educate them…
Fri 9 Oct
Bingo at the Farm
Looking for an easy and fun way to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Bring the whole family along to Bingo at the Farm! Enjoy three fun-filled g…
Fri 9 Oct
Fair Go Skate Competition
Ballina's iconic Fair Go Skateboard Competition returns for its 26th year, celebrating one of Australia's longest-running and most loved skate events. Known fo…
Fri 9 Oct
Kylie Fisher Live - Shaws Bay Hotel
Get ready to sing the night away when Kylie Fisher brings her Piano Bar show to Shaws Bay Hotel in Ballina for the very first time! Settle in for a fun night o…
Fri 9 Oct
Adventure Reels Film Tour Brunswick Heads
The Adventure Reels Tour is Australia's only homegrown adventure film tour — bringing the planet's most electrifying action sport films to the big screen. Ever…
Sat 10 Oct
Parkers Place Spring Open Garden
Parkers Place is hosting an open garden this October. Visitors can enjoy acres of beautiful display and stock gardens, explore the labyrinth and admire an outs…
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What's on this weekend
Sun 4 Oct
Live Music Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery
Grab a coldie, pull up a seat and kick back as one of their local musicians provide tunes for your Sunday. The roster of artists changes frequently, with many…
Sun 4 Oct
Lily Grace Grant
Enjoy a laid-back Sunday afternoon on the banks of the Richmond River as Lily Grace Grant performs live at the Wharf River Club in Ballina. Hosted by Wharf Bar…
Sun 4 Oct
Lisa Hunt Live at The Shaws Bay Hotel
Make the most of the October long weekend with an afternoon of live music at The Shaws Bay Hotel in Ballina. Renowned vocalist Lisa Hunt will take to the stage…
Make October fit your dates.
- G'day! I know Byron Bay pretty well — tell me when you're here and who you're with, or pick one of these 🐾
Markets, food and live music
Live Music Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery
Grab a coldie, pull up a seat and kick back as one of their local musicians provide tunes for yo...
Lily Grace Grant
Lisa Hunt Live at The Shaws Bay Hotel
Fluro Cactus Canvas Workshop
🗓️ Spring school holidays (NSW) — Spring school holidays (NSW) run 2026-09-28 to 2026-10-09 — expect busier beaches, booked-out activities, and family crowds.
Things to do in Byron Bay this October
Walks & Nature
Free hinterland and coastal trails.
Pacific Vista Track
The Pacific Vista Track is a proper little ripper of a walk in Arakwal National Park... FreeClass 1 — Very easy (estimated)0.38 km
Beachcomber South Track
this is a quick stroll down to the beach at Arakwal—perfect if you've only got a few... FreeClass 1 — Very easy (estimated)0.27 km
Byan Yangala Loop
The Byan Yangala Loop is a proper little adventure through Whian Whian State Conserv... Free8.48 km
Platypus Walk
The Platypus Walk is a ripper of a short stroll through some beaut native bushland,... Free1.82 km
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What's on nearby
Planning your October visit
Event details can change, so check before you go. Add anything you like to your plan and it stays in one place.
Humpback whales migrate past the Gold Coast from June to early November, with the best sightings September–October. Whale-watching boats run daily from Main Beach.
Cape Byron is the most easterly point of mainland Australia. The Cape Byron walking track climbs to the lighthouse for ocean views, and is a popular lookout for dolphins and, in season, hump...
Is Byron Bay worth visiting in October?
Yes. October is one of the better months for Byron Bay — it's whale season, and there's plenty on including Live Music Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery, Lily Grace Grant, Lisa Hunt Live at The Shaws Bay Hotel.
How many days do you need in Byron Bay?
Two to three days covers the beaches, a hinterland walk and the month's main events. Stretch to four or five with kids or a slower pace — the planner below builds it around your dates.
Is Byron Bay busy in October?
Busier than usual — October overlaps school holidays, so book stays and popular activities ahead.
What's on in Byron Bay in October?
Highlights include Live Music Sunday Session at Seven Mile Brewery, Lily Grace Grant, Lisa Hunt Live at The Shaws Bay Hotel — the dated calendar above has the full list with times.
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Found something worth doing?
Add it to your plan, or ask Sunny to build the rest of the day around it.