National Science Week 2026: What’s On in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Here are local events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter for National Science Week.
7 Ways to Celebrate Koala Month with Kids in Newcastle & Port Stephens
Celebrate Save the Koala Month this September with our local guide to koala spotting, sanctuaries and family activities around Newcastle and Port Stephens.
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.
Heaps to Enjoy at a Free Community Day at Glendale City Centre
Join Glendale City Centre for a free fun-filled, family-friendly Community Day on Saturday 29 August from 10am to 2pm, in the undercover market precinct alongside the vibrant Glendale Farmers & Artisans Markets!
Winterheat, Newcastle’s Hottest Free Festival Returns!
Mark your calendar for Winterheat 2026! Newcastle’s fiery winter festival returns to Pacific Park on Saturday 1 August with free family-friendly entertainment.
Illuminate Raymond Terrace: A Glowing Winter Celebration for the Whole Family
Get ready for a night of glowing lights, live entertainment and family fun! Illuminate Raymond Terrace is back on Saturday 19 September 2026!
Peek into the Past at Tocal Homestead
Feel like some retro fun? Tocal Homestead is holding their Peek into the Past event on Sunday 26 July 2026 from 10am to 3pm.
Mr Squiggle and Friends Exhibition Has Landed at Newcastle Museum
Mr Squiggle and Friends is now on at Newcastle Museum and it is packed with puppets, props and plenty of reasons to bring the whole family along.
Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars Coming to Newcastle in July 2026
Grab your mouse ears and get ready for a party as Disney On Ice skates into Newcastle again. This much-loved family favourite ice spectacular returns with Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars in Newcastle from 9 to 12 July 2026.
Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2026: Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter & Port Stephens
Celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people during NAIDOC Week. Find NAIDOC Week 2026 events for families in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Hunter and Port Stephens.
Annual Shows, Fairs and Festivals to Enjoy in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens & the Hunter Valley
Plan your year ahead with this handy list of all the shows, festivals and fairs happening in our region. There’s fun, family-friendly events on offer all year round.
Sydney July School Holidays 2026: 20+ Things to Do with the Family
Your complete guide to Sydney school holidays July 2026 — the best free, paid, outdoor and indoor activities for families across Greater Sydney.
Newcastle Winter Fun Fest Is Back This School Holidays
The NEWFM Winter Fun Fest returns to Nobbys Beach Reserve this July, and it’s shaping up to be bigger than ever. Running from 4–19 July 2026, the festival brings carnival rides, live entertainment, a circus, a petting zoo, classic carnival food and loads of free activities to one of Newcastle’s best outdoor spaces.
Room on the Broom flies into Civic Theatre Newcastle this July
Families, schools and young theatre lovers are invited to hop aboard the broomstick this July as Civic Theatre presents the much-loved children’s classic Room on the Broom comes to Civic Theatre Newcastle.