Newcastle Permanent’s Cinema Under the Stars in Lake Macquarie
Newcastle Permanent’s Cinema Under the Stars is back with a screening of The Wild Robot at outdoor cinema in Lake Macquarie in February.
10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year with Kids
In 2026, Tuesday February 17 marks the start of Lunar New Year. Celebrate by attending a Lunar New Year event, eating dumplings, crafting a lantern. Read on for more fun ideas to celebrate Lunar New Year with your family!
Australia Day 2026: What’s On In Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
To mark Australia Day 2026, there are family-friendly events happening around Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Hunter.
Enjoy a Weekend of Family Fun at the 2026 Maitland Show
The Maitland Showground will again come alive for three days in February 2026 with a range of activities, attractions, entertainment, competitions, and exhibitions along with an array of rides, amusements and free fun activities.
Celebrate Australia Day in Maitland Park
Head on down to Maitland Park this Australia Day to take part in a range of family friendly games, activities, performances, free day pool entry, and Dive In Cinema.
Ngarrama 2026 – Sit, Listen and Know: Reconciliation in King Edward Park
The University of Newcastle welcomes you to Ngarrama – a kid-friendly event of reflection on the eve of Invasion/Australia Day. Sharing of stories, knowledge and culture.
New Year’s Eve in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter: 2025 Events & Fireworks
What’s on for New Year’s Eve? Here’s some local NYE events & fireworks in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter to farewell 2025 and celebrate New Year’s Eve with your friends and family.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2025 in Newcastle With Kids Zone, Wish Exchange & Fireworks
Join City of Newcastle for New Year’s Eve celebrations along the Foreshore and cap off 2025 with an inclusive celebration of colour, creativity and fun and
dazzling 9pm fireworks over the iconic harbour!
Summer Art Fest at Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Summer Art Fest arrives at Maitland Regional Art Gallery from Sunday 4 January with a jam-packed month of creative fun for all ages.
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.
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.
It’s a Super-Charged Weekend at the Lake Mac Action Festival
Lake Mac is set for a super-charged weekend afloat and on shore! The Lake Mac Action Festival is a high-energy event held from 18-19 October. Showcasing action on both land and water, the festival brings together the excitement of on-water speed competitions, classic cars, live music, and a range of family-friendly entertainment.
Take Part in the 2025 Aussie Bird Count
Looking for a fun nature activity to do with your kids? Sign up for the Aussie Backyard Bird Count running from 20 to 26 October 2025.