It's the Winter solstice and it's a big weekend for live events and entertainment

with a major one being the annual Lismore Lantern Parade! This famous community event is always held on or around the longest night of the year and should be a fantastic night. 

Wardell CORE brings some jazz to the winter solstice with live music from Standard Deviation at their weekly community social nightand Cherry street sports are hosting Resonator Music's ' Battle of the Hornbands' which is sure to be fun afternoon of live music, food, drinks, and fundraising. 

Don't miss the live screening of 'Freedom Is Beautiful' at the Lennox Head Cultural Centre and if you're feeling like expanding your climbing skills then sign up for Climbing Jungle's Lead Climbing Course! 

Celebrate World Rainforest Day on Saturday at Cape Byron Distillery and finish your weekend with some fun at Hey Lady Diner's monthly Sunday Session. 

As always the Ballina Farmers market will be supplying you all with your weekly fresh local goodies on Sunday morning...Yum! 

With a great line up of events, markets and activities to explore make sure you don't miss out on anything - view the full list on Discover Ballinaor find out what marketson are on this weekend.