Edgeworth Trains: Ride On a Miniature Train With Your Kids
If you have young train lovers in your family, Edgeworth Trains is a must-do.It’s a local institution that both kids and adults will love and it’s returning soon!
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.
MAP mima Lake Macquarie: A Creative Playground for Kids & Families
If you’re looking for something a little different to do with the kids, MAP mima (Multi-Arts Pavilion Lake Macquarie, mima) is a place where creativity, play and imagination take centre stage.
Discover Play Equipment Galore at Taylor Park in Barnsley
The colourful playground at Taylor Park in Barnsley has a variety of play equipment for all ages. There’s also a flying fox, and a basketball/netball practice court.
Pasterfield Sports Complex: Playground + Sports in Lake Macquarie
Take your kids for a play at Pasterfield Sports Complex, a huge community area in Cameron Park. It combines a large playground and climbing area, fitness area, netball courts, skate park and an AFL and cricket field.
Whale Watching in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens: Best Spots for Families
Looking for the best whale watching spots in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens? Here’s your family guide to spotting humpbacks from shore — free, local and easy.
Play on a Pirate Ship at Thomas H Halton Park at Croudace Bay
For an epic play, head to the playground at Thomas H Halton Park at Croudace Bay. Fully-fenced with a massive pirate ship, water play area and loads to do.
Best Winter Family Day Outs in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter
Winter is no reason to stay home. Here are 12 tried-and-tested family day outs across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter — most of them free.
Float Your Boat 2026: Watch a Flotilla of Boats Sail Past on Lake Macquarie
Gather on the shores of Lake Macquarie to see boats pass by for Float Your Boat. It runs on Friday 19 & Saturday 20 June 2026
Playgrounds with Nearby Pubs in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
Craving some good old-fashioned pub grub? Head to a local pub or club for lunch or dinner. Here’s our list of local pubs and clubs that have playgrounds nearby.
Get Your Kids Painting a Portrait or Landscape for the Young Dobell Competition!
In celebration of the Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival, Lake Macquarie City Council is inviting budding artists to participate in the Young Dobell competition.
Bike or Walk Along The Wallsend to Glendale Tramway Track
A former steam tram route, the Tramway Track is now a 3.9 kilometre off-road cycle / pedestrian track which connects Wallsend to Glendale.
Best Playgrounds in Lake Macquarie for Kids and Families
Lake Macquarie has some brilliant playgrounds — here’s our guide to the best parks across the region, from Speers Point to Morisset, with local tips on what to expect at each one.
Best Lake Macquarie Walks To Do With Kids – 21 Walks to Explore
Lake Macquarie has beautiful walks for families at every level — from flat foreshore paths with lake views to proper bush adventures. Here are 21 of our favourites.