Lismore City Council has put together a dynamic and engaging program for Youth Week 2025, running from Wednesday, 9 April to Thursday, 17 April.

This year’s theme, ‘We are the future, and the future is now!’, highlights the contributions, talents and aspirations of young people in our community.

Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg said Youth Week is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the energy, creativity and contributions of young people in our community.

“This week is all about empowering young people and recognising their influence on our community’s future,” he said.

“Council has worked closely with local young people to design an exciting program with a diverse range of activities.”

The program has been developed with the help of young trainees employed through Council’s Lismore Employment Acceleration Pathways (LEAP) program. This initiative not only provides trainees with real-world experience in community engagement but also ensures that young people's ideas are reflected throughout the event planning.

Lismore’s Youth Week program features a mix of sporting, artistic and educational activities, ensuring there is something for everyone.

Lismore Youth Week events include:

• ARTEXPRESS Exhibition – On now until Sunday, 20 April – Lismore Regional Gallery - features selected artworks from local HSC students. This exhibition showcases the creative talents and achievements of students in the Lismore region.

• Rollerworld Regional Skating Event - Thursday, 10 April from 4pm to 7pm – Rollerworld Lismore - a skating event at Lismore Rollerworld offering young people a fun, safe space to skate, socialise and connect. 

• Goonellabah Skate Jam - Saturday, 12 April from 2pm to 5pm – Goonellabah Skatepark – a high-energy day featuring skateboarding, demonstrations and activities at the Goonellabah Skate Park.

• Splash and Dash Obstacle Course and Pool Party - Sunday, 13 April from 8am – Lismore Memorial Baths - the Splash and Dash is an exciting event at Lismore Memorial Baths and Riverside Park for ages 8+. Featuring a mini obstacle course, a 1km riverside run, water inflatables and swimming!

• Thready Set Go – Clothing Mending Session - Tuesday, 15 April from 2pm to 4pm – Lismore Library - a sustainable fashion workshop at Lismore Library, teaching young people how to mend and upcycle their clothing.

For more information and to register for events, visit www.lismore.nsw.gov.au/youthweek.

Lismore Youth Week is made possible thanks to funding from the Department of Communities and Justice and the Office of Regional Youth.