Fun Ideas to Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Home with Kids
Ring in the new year with your kids at home! Create a family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with balloons, treats, and exciting activities.
Monster Truck Mayhem Roars into Newcastle Showgrounds This January!
Monster Truck Mayhem hits Newcastle Showgrounds on 17 January with monster trucks, FMX and epic family entertainment. Grab your tickets early!
Join Newy with Kids at Chrissy Crafts at the Baths
Celebrate the latest milestone for the revitalisation of Newcastle Ocean Baths by diving into the Christmas spirit at a free community event presented by City … Read Article
What’s On Maitland This Summer? Tons of Family Activities
Enjoy some family fun in Maitland this summer with a vibrant program of family-friendly events and community activities. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from outdoor movie nights and Christmas lights to New Year’s celebrations and roller discos.
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.
Find a Free 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.
Library Adventures: Kids Storytimes You Won’t Want to Miss in Newcastle, Lake Mac and Hunter
Our public libraries in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock and Port Stephen have got you covered with a variety of storytimes that are perfect for kids of all ages.
Edgeworth Trains: Ride On a Miniature Train With Your Kids
If you have young train lovers in your family, Edgeworth Trains is a must-do.It’s a local institution that both kids and adults will love and it’s returning soon!
Best Kids Shows to Attend in Newcastle, Central Coast & Sydney in 2025/2026
Here are the best kids & family shows in 2025 including concerts, kids theatre, musicals & live performances in Newcastle, Central Coast & Sydney.
25+ Best Markets in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Wander through a local market. There are loads to choose from in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter including farmers markets, art shows and more.
Where to See Jacarandas in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter This Spring
Discover the best places to see jacarandas in bloom across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter. Find purple streets, family photo spots and more!
Let’s Fish Lake Mac Back For 2025
Head out for a spot of fishing with your kids. Let’s Fish Lake Mac, Lake Macquarie’s own fishing competition is back in 2025. This is a fun kid-friendly event so get together with friends and family and register for this fishing competition.
Celebrate Halloween at Wallsend Frights Presented by Curious Legends
Join Curious Legends & Newy with Kids on Friday 31 October for a frighteningly fun Halloween with Wallsend Frights: A Hallows Evening, a free family-friendly event.
Model Newcastle: Local History in a Miniature World at Newcastle Museum
A new exhibition Model Newcastle: Big stories, little things open at Newcastle Museum on Saturday 27 September. It’s local history on a teeny-tiny scale!