This August, Newcastle Museum is once again the home of Science Week Newcastle! From world-class speakers to hands-on coding workshops and a huge family science festival, it’s a week of discovery, excitement and inspiration for kids and curious minds of all ages.
The Wiggles will be back in Newcastle for their traditional pre-Christmas shows at Newcastle Entertainment Centre and tickets go on sale this week.
Mark your calendar for Winterheat 2025! Newcastle’s fiery winter festival returns to Pacific Park on Saturday 16 August with free family-friendly entertainment.
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.
Wham, bam, POP BAM! Lake Macquarie’s pop culture festival returns on Saturday 26 July at Rathmines Theatre
Feel like some retro fun? Tocal Homestead is holding their Peek into the Past event on Sunday 27 July 2025 from 10am to 3pm.
Celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people during NAIDOC Week. Here are local events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get involved planting trees for National Tree Day. Here are some locations around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Brickfest is back for 2025! Newcastle’s premier and longest-running LEGO fan event is on July 5 & 6 at Newcastle Racecourse.
Looking for a fun winter outing with the kids? Head to Maitland on Sunday 15 June for the Maitland Heritage Fest Family Fun Day, a celebration of local history, hands-on fun and classic community charm.
Planning a trip to Snow Time in the Garden at Hunter Valley Gardens with your kids? Here’s our tips for enjoying a fun family day out enjoying winter activities.
Get ready for a night of glowing lights, live entertainment and family fun! Illuminate Raymond Terrace is back on the 14 of June 2025!
Take a glimpse behind the farm gate and explore rural farming communities at Harvest Festival in the Central Coast hinterland.
There’s a new winter festival in Maitland that you won’t want to miss! The winter solstice celebration, Luminous, is heating up with a full program of light displays and interactive experiences.