What's on around the Northern Rivers region in music and entertainment

We take a look at events that have already started through to what's happening in September.

Northern Rivers Hotel- Saturday, July 27, Helio Ray Duo, 7pm.

Mary G's - Friday, July 26, Luke Vassella, 5.30pm. DJ Sinq, 9.30pm. Saturday, July 27, Sabotage Band, 9.30pm.

Goonellabah Tavern- Saturday July 27, Rochelle Lees, 9pm.

The Channon Tavern- Friday, July 26, Imperial Blues Review, 7pm. Saturday, July 27, Bass Invaders, 3pm.

Dunoon Sports Club- Saturday July 27, Bright Violet Sunset Session, 2pm-5pm.

Eltham Hotel- Sunday, July 28, The Lonesome Boatman.

Shaws Bay Hotel, Ballina - Sunday, July 28, Legless Lizards, 3pm.

Beach Hotel, Byron Bay -Saturday July 27, Karuah, 3pm. Sunny Luwe, 6pm. The Vybez Band, 9pm.

Great Northern Hotel, Byron Bay- Front bar, Saturday, July 27, Jason Delphin, 6-9pm. Back Room, Smile show. Tickets at oztix.com.au.

Hotel Brunswick - Saturday, July 27, Burger Joint, 4.30pm. Sunday, July 28, Bullhorm, 4pm.

Four-time ARIA award-winner Alex Lloyd will play at Pearces Creek Hall on Friday, August 9.

His introspective song writing delves into themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, resonating deeply with listeners of all ages.

His breakthrough single, "Amazing," became an instant classic and showcased Lloyd's ability to craft deeply moving and introspective songs.

It is an all ages show with doors open from 7pm.

Tickets can be purchased at events.humanitix.com.

The Sydney Hotshots will be performing at the Lismore Heights Bowling Club on August 3.

The Hotshots offer a night of laughter, thrill, and plenty of eye-catching moments.

Tickets at eventbrite.com.au

Lismore Theatre Company is presenting the Life Without Me production.

Life Without Me is a funny, honest and heartwarming story, written by the much-awarded Australian playwright, Daniel Keene.

The play is set in the lobby of a two-star hotel as the audience follows the journey of the characters, from the less than competent hotel manager, to the strange guests who drift in and out in search of happiness and meaning.

The show will be performed over three weekends from August 9.

Tickets can be purchased at www.trybooking.com/CSJAW and lismoretheatrecompany.org.au

Women's Hockey Masters State Championship at Goonellabah and Ballina Hockey Complex.

2024 Hockey NSW Womens Masters Field State Championships - NORTH are coming to the Goonellabah Hockey Centre and Ballina Hockey Centre.

Far North Coast has entered five teams for the championships.

Hotel Metropole is again offering the chance to dress up to the nines when Met Gala Lismore returns.

It's on Saturday, July 27, and the theme is Diamonds and Pearls.

Walk the red carpet from 5pm sharp to be snapped by the papps!

Champagne and delicious canapes are on offer on arrival, delectable grazing tables and scru new mini Cheeky Cabaret Show', is live from the Brunz Picture House.

MC and comedienne 'Mandy Nolan' will be the hostess with the mostess with her hilarious wit and charm for all to experience.

Dance the night away with the amazing six piece Jerome Williams Band' playing all your faves followed by our DJ The Whos Who till late for those who just cant get enough.

There is a whiskey bar on the back deck, a Boujee VIP Cocktail Marquee upstairs, live auction on the night and best dressed prizes.

All proceeds on the night are donated to a well-deserved cause, 'Jodies Inspiration'.

So, start planning the frocks and get in to secure your tickets now.

Go to Get your tickets at events.humanitix.com/the-met-gala-lismore-2024.

The Byron Writers Festival is coming to the Bangalow Showground from Friday, August 9 to Sunday, August 11. For more, go to byronwritersfestival.com.

Join creative powerhouse Rhoda Roberts AO as she shares tales of her cousin Francis "Frank" Roberts, whose fight in the boxing ring mirrored his fight for his family and his culture.

'My Cousin Frank' sheds light on the rich history of the Northern Rivers and tells the story of the fighting Roberts family of Lismore and Australia's first Aboriginal Olympian.

It will be held a Starcourt theatre on August 24 and Byron Theatre, August 30, 31.

Francis 'Frank' Roberts spent his entire life fighting.

A boxing champion, he was the first Aboriginal Olympian, and respected for his contribution to the 'sweet science' in Australia.

Outside the ring, the man they called "Honest Frank" fought tirelessly for his family and culture.

Rhoda Roberts AO takes to the stage in August for an evening of personal storytelling as she shares tales of her first cousin Frank, a Widjabul Wia-bal and Githabul man from Cubawee (a self-managed Aboriginal settlement), and the irrepressible Roberts family of Lismore.

Directed by Kirk Page, Rhoda brings the fighting spirit of Frank and her mob to life on stage with My Cousin Frank as she recalls a family's journey from the tumultuous era of dispersal and silence to navigating a world controlled by Government policy.

"These are important stories about the places we call home, our shared past, and aspirations for a better tomorrow," says Rhoda Roberts.

"The Roberts fighting family of Lismore story is set in a time where poverty, authoritarian control ruled, enforced by the Government's Aborigines Protection Board policies.

"Through the richness of love and the Roberts work ethic, Frank rose above this and was the pinnacle of athletic achievement entering the new world of the Olympic Games.

"I am so proud to be telling an element of our family story."

Tickets are on sale now at norpa.org.au

NORPA is excited to announce the cast who will light up its upcoming show Wildskin, set to take audiences on a thrilling ride at Lismore Showground in September.

Five wildly talented performers Cass Duell, Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal, Kate Foster, Melia Naughton and Sara Browne make up an all-Northern Rivers cast along with a local creative team and crew.

Norpa is taking audiences on an adventure outside the theatre once again, staging its original work Wildskin in a warehouse space at the Lismore Showgrounds.

A sensory, destination-theatre experience, Wildskin inhabits an outrageous and unpredictable world that's part bush-thriller, part road-trip and a whole lot of Norpa's signature theatrical style.

From the company that brought you Love for One Night at the Eltham Hotel, Wildskin will transform the space at the Lismore Showgrounds to immerse you in the story from the moment you arrive.

Be taken on a wild ride with Eva, who believes the only way to mend her broken life is to go on the road, solo. Lost, alone and under-prepared, she is soon breaking rules, and embracing danger.

Wildskin is at Lismore Showgrounds from September 12 for a limited season. Tickets on sale now through norpa.org.au.

Every Tuesday: Lismore Organic Market, Lismore Showground

Every Wednesday: Nimbin Farmers Market, Cullen Street

Every Thursday: Lismore Produce Market, The Quad

Every Saturday: Lismore Farmers Market, Lismore Showground

1st Sunday: Byron Bay Market

2nd Sunday: The Channon Craft Market

4th Sunday: Bangalow Village Market, Bangalow Showground; Nimbin Market, Nimbin Community Centre.