Festival of Sweets & Treats – Newcastle’s Sweetest Festival
If you have a sweet tooth, mark your calendar for the Festival of Sweets & Treats. It’s on Sunday, 11 October, from 9am to 3pm at The Station Newcastle.
Enjoy Free Family Fun at Mayfield Day
Mayfield Day includes an amazing display of food trucks, kids workshops, interactive entertainment, live music, market stalls and local business pop ups on Saturday 18 October from 10am until 3pm.
Get on Your Bike! 15 Kid-Friendly Cycle Paths in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get on your bike. Here’s some of the best kid-friendly cycle tracks around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Wobble on the Cooranbong Swing Bridge at the Old Weet-Bix Factory on Dora Creek
Where in the world can you find a wobbly swing bridge and an old Weet-Bix factory? You might be surprised to learn that you can see both at Cooranbong in western Lake Macquarie while walking along the banks of peaceful Dora Creek.
Enjoy Spectacular Views & Nature on the Awabakal Walk from Dudley to Redhead
Walk the Awabakal Nature Reserve from Dudley to Redhead. Trail tips, distance, parking, the hidden lagoon and best lookouts for Newcastle families.
Central Coast With Kids: How to Enjoy a Getaway Next Door
Heading to the Central Coast with kids? Here’s our local guide to the best beaches, animal parks and family stays, all under 1.5 hours from Newcastle.
Explore Nelson Bay with a Newy with Kids Scavenger Hunt!
Wander around Nelson Bay on a fun scavenger hunt. We teamed up with Port Stephens Council in September 2023 to develop a fun Scavenger Hunt … Read Article
Where to See and Pick Sunflowers Around Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast
Run with wild abandon through a sunflower field or pick a bunch of bright yellow sunflowers to brighten your, or a loved one’s, day. A visit to a sunflower field make a great day out, not to mention a fabulous photo backdrop. Here are three places to see and pick sunflowers around Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast.
Best Playgrounds Near Me in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley & Port Stephens
Find the best playgrounds near you in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, the Hunter Valley and Port Stephens. Local guides by region, age group and feature, from fenced parks to adventure playgrounds.
Animal Encounters & Experiences in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Do your kids love animals? Check out these zoos, wildlife parks and reserves in Newcastle & Hunter Valley that gives families the opportunities to get up close to animals.
45+ Best Book Series for Kids and Teens
From early readers to teen fantasy, here are the best book series for kids and teens, organised by age, with something new for every reader in the house.
Speers Point Park: Epic Fun at the Massive Lake Macquarie Variety Playground
How amazing is the massive Speers Point Variety Park? This 2-hectare fully fenced park is packed with fun play equipment for kids of all ages.
Take a Walk Through History at Macquarie Pier at Nobbys Breakwall
Go for a stroll along Newcastle’s Macquarie Pier at Nobbys Beach and learn more about the city’s maritime history with interpretative signs dotted along the walk.
Don’t Miss Lake Mac POP BAM! – A Pop Culture Festival
Wham, bam, POP BAM! Lake Macquarie’s pop culture festival returns Saturday 25 July 2026 at Hunter Sports Centre, Glendale.