Festivals and Sports Weekend
Communities Prepare for a Packed Weekend of Fall Festivals and Major Sports
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The Lismore Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout Carnival will bring about 20 teams featuring Indigenous talent from across Australia, with $10,000 prize pools in both the men’s and women’s divisions.
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The Fremantle–Sydney AFL preliminary final is sold out and begins at 7:40 p.m. AEST at the SCG; the winner will qualify for the 2026 Toyota AFL Grand Final. Fans unable to attend are being directed to the club’s official Pirate Life Anchor Venues.
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Fremantle’s AFLW team enters its match against the Western Bulldogs after consecutive wins, but sits seventh on the ladder against the Bulldogs in ninth; adult tickets cost $15 and children under 14 can attend free.
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The Statemint fall consignment sale in Lebanon offers free admission and discounts of 50% to 80% off retail prices, with Saturday designated as a half-price day and payment accepted by cash or card.
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Lucky Ladd Farms’ Fall Harvest Festival includes more than 50 attractions and activities, such as pumpkin picking, farm animals, wagon and pony rides, a corn maze, mega slides and a playground.
Communities across Lismore, Wilson County, and Rutherford County are hosting a packed weekend of sporting events, festivals, and family activities. From an Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout Carnival bringing 20 teams to a Fall Harvest Festival with over 50 attractions, there's something for everyone this weekend.
Major sporting highlights include Fremantle's sold-out AFL preliminary final against Sydney at 7:40 p.m. AEST, with the winner advancing to the 2026 Toyota AFL Grand Final. The Fremantle AFLW team also plays the Western Bulldogs with discounted ticket prices.
Lismore's Indigenous Rugby and Community Events
The Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout Carnival will feature approximately 20 teams showcasing Indigenous talent from across Australia. Both men's and women's divisions offer $10,000 prize pools, drawing players from Indigenous communities nationwide.
Beyond rugby, Lismore hosts the Nimbin Show, community barbecues for dads and farmers, and Sunday markets. The city is also preparing for the upcoming Lismore Cup raceday, making it a busy weekend for local residents.
Wilson County's Fall Sales and Festival Attractions
The Statemint fall consignment sale in Lebanon offers free admission with discounts ranging from 50% to 80% off retail prices. Saturday is marked as a half-price day, and the sale accepts both cash and card payments.
Wilson County also features the Redneck Rumble car show, Apple Fest at Breeden's Orchard, and a hands-on wreath-making workshop. These activities provide outdoor entertainment and seasonal shopping opportunities throughout the weekend.
Rutherford County's Harvest Festival and Arts Events
Lucky Ladd Farms' Fall Harvest Festival includes more than 50 attractions and activities, such as pumpkin picking, farm animals, wagon and pony rides, a corn maze, mega slides, and a playground. The festival offers full family entertainment in a seasonal setting.
Rutherford County also hosts the Greenway Art Festival, a kayaking outing, a free knitting and crochet gathering, and the Caffeine and Classics automotive meetup. These events cater to diverse interests from arts to outdoor recreation.
Fremantle's High-Stakes AFL Preliminary Final
Fremantle faces Sydney in a sold-out AFL preliminary final at 7:40 p.m. AEST at the SCG. The winner advances to the 2026 Toyota AFL Grand Final, making this a crucial matchup for the Dockers' season.
Fans unable to attend in person are directed to the club's official Pirate Life Anchor Venues for viewing. Fremantle's AFLW team enters its match against the Western Bulldogs after consecutive wins but sits seventh on the ladder, with adult tickets at $15 and free entry for children under 14.
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