There’s no shortage of fun this spring in Maitland! From Maitland Riverlights, Hunter Valley Rodeo and Bling & Bloom to comedy, art, food, and nature experiences – explore a season full of vibrant events and family-friendly activities in the heart of the Hunter.
The Bee Experience
Explore what it’s like to be a real-life beekeeper! This one hour experience provides a unique opportunity to learn about the fascinating world of honeybees, guided by a professional beekeeper. This experience includes a take home jar of award winning honey.
Date: Various dates in August to November
Location: Carinya Downs Permaculture Farm, Lochinvar
Age group: Suitable for children from 8 years of age.
Cost: Adult from $110 /Child from $55
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Bling and Bloom at The Levee
Celebrate spring with Bling and Bloom at The Levee. The Levee shared zone will be filled with a great mix of local stores, free garden, florist and jewellery workshops as well as local producers and makers.
Date: Saturday 20 September
Time: 10am to 2pm
Location: The Levee
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Garden Ramble
Spring is in full swing for the Maitland Garden Ramble. Pre purchase a ticket for entry to all six gardens. Explore a variety of gardens and finish with a serving of Devonshire tea at Garden Grove Estate. All proceeds will be donated to local charitable organisations.
Date: Saturday 20 September & Sunday 21 September
Time: 9am – 11:30am
Location: Various gardens
Age group: All ages
Cost: $30 for all gardens. Tickets can also be purchased individually at each garden for $5 per person or free for under 13.
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Street Eats
Street Eats is back for spring, bringing together mobile food trucks and live music across Maitland. The program has been running successfully since 2017, offering a lively atmosphere where families and friends can enjoy delicious food, live music by local artists and fun-themed activities.
Date: Aberglasslyn – Friday 26 September, Chisholm – Friday 31 October, Raworth – Friday 21 November
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Location: Various locations
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Heartbeat of the Hunter
Saddle up! Heartbeat of the Hunter is back in 2025, bigger and better than ever! The scenic grounds of Tocal Agricultural College in Paterson will come alive with some of the hottest names in Australian Country Music. Complimented by great food, wine and beer, this promises to be an epic day and country music party of the year.
Date: Saturday 27 September
Time: 2pm – 9:30pm
Location: Tocal Agricultural College
Age group: All ages
Cost: Adult from $99, Child from $75
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Roller Disco
Maitland Roller Disco is returning this spring, inviting skaters of all levels for an evening of music and fun at Harold Gregson Reserve. Participants are encouraged to bring their own skates and enjoy live DJ music alongside a selection of food trucks. No bookings are required; just bring your skates and get ready to boogie!
Date: Saturday 27 September & Saturday 8 November
Time: 2pm – 9:30pm
Location: Harold Gregson Reserve, Maitland
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free
Aussie Bird Count Bird Walk
Enjoy a special afternoon bird walk in the beautiful East Maitland Library park! Grab your binoculars and go on a feathered treasure hunt to spot the colourful, cheeky and chirpy birds that call the park home. This free family event is suitable for all ages.
Date: Thursday 2 October
Time: 4pm – 5:30pm
Location: East Maitland Library park
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase
Don’t miss out on a night of laughs in Maitland! The Showcase will feature some of the Sydney Comedy Festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard hitting laughter. Boasting a line up of veteran favourites and some of the freshest emerging talents, this jam packed night of pure entertainment will leave you sore from belly laughs.
Date: Thursday 9 October
Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pm
Location: Maitland Town Hall
Age group: 18+
Cost: From $42
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Hunter Valley Rodeo
The Hunter Valley Rodeo rolls into the Maitland Showground, delivering a full day of high energy entertainment, world class rodeo action, and country hospitality. Watch Australia’s best cowboys and cowgirls go head-to-head in a jam packed lineup of bull riding, saddle bronc, bareback, and barrel racing, with thousands of dollars in prize money up for grabs. Whether you’re a diehard rodeo fan or just after a great day out, there’s something for everyone; from the thundering hooves and dust of the main arena to delicious food trucks, bars, kids’ activities and live music once the sun goes down.
Date: Friday 10 October
Time: 4pm – 11.30pm
Location: Maitland Showground
Age group: All ages
Cost: All tickets from $24.50
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Riverlights
Riverlights transforms into a global village where you can see, taste, feel and experience over 40 different cultures from around the world. During the school holiday program, activities include lantern making, drumming workshop and stories from around the world located at venues across the city of Maitland.
Date: Riverlights – Saturday 11 October 2025
Time: 2pm – 9pm
Dates: School holiday program: Tuesday 7 October to Friday 10 October.
Location: Maitland Showground
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Tocal Bee Keepers Field Day
The 46th Tocal Beekeepers’ Field Day at Tocal College is a free event for beekeepers and bee enthusiasts. The event will feature key exhibitors, suppliers and presenters who will give industry updates. Honey will also be available to purchase on the day.
Date: Saturday 11 October 2025
Time: 2pm – 9pm
Location: Tocal College
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free
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Bird & Brush Art Exhibition
Details: Morpeth Gallery is proud to present an exclusive exhibition showcasing a stunning collection of realistic bird paintings by Australia’s most renowned avian artists. Immerse yourself in lifelike bird paintings that capture intricate details of Australia’s diverse bird species from vibrant feathers of Rainbow Lorikeets to the majestic stance of the Wedge-tailed Eagle
Date: Thursday 23 October – Sunday 26 October
Time: 2pm – 9pm
Location: Morpeth Gallery
Age group: All ages
Cost: Free entry
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