Winterheat, Newcastle’s Hottest Free Festival is on This Weekend
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 2025: 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.
Don’t Miss Lake Mac POP BAM! – A Pop Culture Festival
Wham, bam, POP BAM! Lake Macquarie’s pop culture festival returns on Saturday 26 July at Rathmines Theatre
Peek into the Past at Tocal Homestead
Feel like some retro fun? Tocal Homestead is holding their Peek into the Past event on Sunday 27 July 2025 from 10am to 3pm.
20+ Events to Celebrate 2025 NAIDOC Week in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
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
National Tree Day: Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Get involved planting trees for National Tree Day. Here are some locations around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Hunter.
Get Ready for Newcastle Brickfest 2025: A LEGO Fan Event
Brickfest is back for 2025! Newcastle’s premier and longest-running LEGO fan event is on July 5 & 6 at Newcastle Racecourse.
Kids Big Day Out at The Levee: a School Holiday Spectacular for Families
Join Kids Big Day Out Maitland for a day of fun science shows, reptile shows, life-like dinosaursgiant games, & amazing activities for the whole family.
Step Back in Time at Maitland Heritage Fest Family Fun Day
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.
Snow Time in the Garden 2025 at Hunter Valley Gardens: What You Need to Know Before You Go
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.
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 the 14 of June 2025!
Harvest Festival: A Weekend of Fun at Local Farms in the Central Coast Hinterland
Take a glimpse behind the farm gate and explore rural farming communities at Harvest Festival in the Central Coast hinterland.
Celebrate the Winter Solstice with the Luminous Festival in Maitland
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.
You’re Kidding Me, the Largest Child & Family Expo in the Hunter Returns
Discover a variety of programs, resources and services that parents and families can access at You’re Kidding Me Expo, the Hunter’s biggest children and family expo.