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!
School Holiday Fun at New Annual
Join the excitement at New Annual 2025 in Newcastle with art, music, & outdoor experiences for everyone. Tons of free family fun!
Spooky School Holiday Fun with Curious Legends
For the 2025 spooky season, Curious Legends are bringing frighteningly fun festivities back to Wallsend! Curious Legends are a beloved local puppetry and street theatre … Read Article
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.
Tuff Nutterz is Returning to Newcastle These School Holidays!
If you’re looking for something that ticks all the boxes – active, outdoors, and fun for the whole family – then you’re going to love this! Tuff Nutterz, Australia’s biggest inflatable obstacle course, is returning to Newcastle for these school holidays.
Riverlights 2025: A World of Fun for Families in Maitland
Celebrate diversity at the Riverlights Multicultural Festival in Maitland. This free family-friendly festival showcases cultures from around the globe including global cuisine, live music and dance, language classes and more.
Kids Can Make New Friends, Gain Life Saving Skills and Have a Summer of Fun at Nippers
Get your kids involved in nippers! They’ll learn essential life saving skills and meet new friends all while having fun outdoors. The nippers season runs from October to March, with registrations now open.
What’s On in Maitland This Spring
There’s no shortage of fun this spring in Maitland! From Maitland Riverlights, Hunter Valley Rodeo and Bling & Bloom to comedy, art, food, and nature experiences – explore a season full of vibrant events and family-friendly activities in the heart of the Hunter.
8 Ways to Celebrate Koala Month in September
September is Save the Koala Month and to celebrate, here are a few ways to appreciate this marsupial cutie. You can try to spot a koala, adopt a koala or even learn more about them.
Find a Free Kids Art Workshop in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get out on the weekend and enjoy some fun art workshops with your kids. There are free art sessions available across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter.
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!
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.
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.
The Wiggles Tree of Life Show in Newcastle
The Wiggles will be back in Newcastle for their traditional pre-Christmas shows at Newcastle Entertainment Centre and tickets go on sale this week.