2025 Christmas Events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & the Hunter
Celebrate the magic of Christmas 2025 with our guide to the best local events, markets, carols and festive fun across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter.
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.
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!
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.
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.
What’s On in September in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
What’s on in September? Here’s the month’s top events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter specially selected for families.
Learn About Science at the 2025 Hunter Science Festival at Newcastle Museum
The Hunter Science Festival is back for 2025 at Newcastle Museum. This hugely popular day is filled with FREE science fun and hands-on experiences for kids of all ages!
What’s On in August in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
What’s on in August? Here’s the month’s top events in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & The Hunter specially selected for families.
24 Unique Rural Shows, Fairs and Festivals to Enjoy in the Newcastle & Hunter Region
Swap the everyday grind for the charm of rural life at a regional show, fair, or festival! There’s fun, family-friendly events on offer all year round celebrating the heart and soul of our regional communities. From gravity-defying billy cart races to quirky brick throwing contests and kombis, there’s something for everyone. Even pig and Dachshund races!
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.
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.
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.
Disney On Ice returns to Newcastle With Find Your Hero
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 Find Your Hero in Newcastle from 3 to 6 July 2025.
Visit a Fire Station for Fire and Rescue NSW Open Day 2025
Fire and Rescue NSW Open Day is back for 2025 on Saturday 10 May. Meet your local firefighters, get up close to a fire truck and learn more about home fire safety.