Enjoy some family fun in Maitland these summer holidays. Whether you’re a foodie, art lover, adventure seeker or looking to escape the heat and beat the crowds, there’s something for everyone in Maitland this summer.
Maitland Regional Art Gallery’s Free Art January
Free Art January returns to Maitland Regional Art Gallery this summer with a month-long festival of free and fun art activities for all ages, plus five exhibitions to experience. Discover the vibrant world of colour by making prints with fruit stamps, bring your favourite bird to life through paper and wire sculpture or write and perform your own bird-inspired poetry.
Learn the basics of animation to bring your characters and stories to life or fly in and join a bird craft drop-in workshop with one of MRAG’s friendly artist educators. There is always something fun to do at the Gallery! Come along any time between 9am and 4pm from Tuesday to Sunday to play I Spy and spot birds hidden around the Gallery, crack a code in Codebreakers or try out our new Twitcher activity sheet. Visit the MRAG website to view the full program and book your spot.
Maitland Libraries
Are you looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these summer school holidays? Maitland libraries have a jam-packed program of activities that will spark imagination and creativity. Highlights include African drumming, Chinese dragon dancing and ballet performances.
Kids can enjoy creative workshops with Sami Bayly and Jenni Goodman, join storytime sessions, explore interstellar chalk art and attend reading parties at various locations. Sustainability-focused events on recycling and flying foxes, as well as puppet shows and craft activities, round out the fun. Visit the Maitland Libraries website for the full schedule and to secure your spot.
Dive In Cinema at Maitland Pool
Maitland Aquatic Centre transforms into a floating cinema for Dive In Cinema. The film night will be complete with entertainment, food, laser tag, lawn games, and free swim time.
Kick back and relax in or beside the pool from 5pm, before settling in for `Babe’ (G) and `Blueback’ (PG). Tickets are $5 per person for an out of pool ticket and $10 per person for an in pool ticket. Book via Eventbrite.
Grab your floaties and swimwear, or simply relax by the poolside, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable movie experience under the stars. It’s the perfect way to cap off your Australia Day celebration in Maitland Park.
Date: January 26, 2025
Location: Maitland Aquatic Centre
Street Eats – 90s nostalgia
Put on your best 90s outfit and head to Wirraway Park on 7 February for a big selection of food, sweet delights, family friendly activities and live music. Bring the family or catch up with friends with a picnic and a bite to eat. Street Eats is a council-run program that opens the doors to mobile food in public places.
Date: Friday 7 February
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Location: Wirraway Park, Thornton
Summer Night Sounds
Kick back and enjoy a summer evening of live music at Harold Gregson Reserve as Summer Night Sounds fills the newly built amphitheatre with tunes.
With fantastic musical performances by Camino Gold, Fletcher Kent, Chain Daisy Duo and Bindi Duo, this bring-your-own event is the perfect setting to relax and unwind. A range of food trucks will be onsite, offering refreshing, summer-friendly bites to keep you fuelled throughout the evening.
Date: Saturday 8 February
Time: 4pm – 9pm
Location: Harold Gregson Reserve, Maitland
Maitland Roller Disco
Bring your skates and get ready to roll into a dazzling night of fun with Maitland Roller Disco at Harold Gregson Reserve. Skaters of all levels are invited to join in for an evening of music and community fun. Glide along to tunes spun by a live DJ and take a break to enjoy the offerings from a selection of food trucks. No bookings are needed, just bring your skates, your energy, and be ready to boogie at Maitland Roller Disco.
Date: Saturday 22 February
Time: 5pm – 9:30pm
Location: Harold Gregson Reserve, Maitland
Newcastle Jets Women’s A League matches
Join in the action of the Newcastle Jets as the Women’s A League makes its way to Maitland Regional Sportsground this season. Catch the Newcastle Jets as they take on Perth Glory in March and Central Coast Mariners in April.
Date: Saturday 1 March
Time: 4pm – 7pm
Location: Maitland Regional Sportsground
Date: Saturday 19 April
Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Location: Maitland Regional Sportsground
For more ideas on what to do with summer, check out these articles:
Ultimate Guide to Summer in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter
15 Things to Do in Maitland With Kids
January School Holidays: What’s On in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie & Hunter