Best Winter Camping Spots Near Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Looking for the best winter camping spots near Newcastle? Here are the best family-friendly campgrounds within 3 hours — with campfires, hot showers and year-round appeal.
MAP mima Lake Macquarie: A Creative Playground for Kids & Families
If you’re looking for something a little different to do with the kids, MAP mima (Multi-Arts Pavilion Lake Macquarie, mima) is a place where creativity, play and imagination take centre stage.
Take Your Kids and Dogs to Raworth Park
If you want a place to take both your kids and dogs, visit Raworth Park near East Maitland. It has a playground and off-leash dog area.
Stop for a Play at Attunga Park in Charlestown
For a small playground, Attunga Park in Charlestown has lots of fun play equipment like a climbing wall, flying fox, slides and swings.
Head to Merriwa for Festival of the Fleeces
Head to Merriwa on the June long weekend to experience the 2026 Festival of the Fleeces. The festival honours the great wool tradition of the region and, on the Saturday, is headed-up by the famous Running of the Sheep in their red socks.
Play Disc Golf with Frisbees at Armstrong Park in Lambton
Ever played disc golf? It’s like golf only using a frisbee and there’s now a 6 hole course at Armstrong Park in Lambton that’s great for kids.
Arcadia Reserve Playground – Ideal for Toddlers & Preschoolers
The lakeside playground at Arcadia Vale in Lake Macquarie is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
30+ Skate Parks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Get the kids out of the house and on their skateboard or scooter. There’s tons of skate parks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter where kids, teens and adults can shred.
60 Minutes To Puzzle Your Way Out of An Escape Room
Experience the adventure of an escape room with your kids. Now open in Newcastle, Escape Reality offers a fun challenge!
Have Fun at the Playground at Novocastrian Park in New Lambton
Novocastrian Park in New Lambton is a great spot for a play. This wooden playground isn’t massive but has enough equipment to keep the under 6s set happy.
Timber Playground at the Cressington Way Reserve in Wallsend
Cressington Way Playground in Wallsend features a cute timber playground.
Playgrounds with Nearby Coffee Shops & Cafes in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Need a caffeine fix while the kids play? Here are the best playgrounds located near cafes and coffee shops in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter.
Find a Free & Low-Cost Kids Art Workshop in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get out and enjoy some fun art workshops with your kids. There are free art sessions available across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.
Free Family Scavenger Hunts in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens
Download free self-guided scavenger hunts for kids across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Port Stephens. Perfect for school holidays, weekends & free family days out