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Explore the best events in Newcastle, Lake Mac, Hunter Valley and Port Stephens.

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Lake Mac Open Studios 2026

Step inside Lake Macquarie's creative spaces this November
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What's on this weekend

Plan your weekend with our guide to events in Newcastle
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Lake Mac arts events

Lake Macquarie's art scene is buzzing - music, theatre, festivals, and experiences you can’t miss in 2026
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Newcastle Showground, Newcastle

Newcastle City Farmers Market

Spend Sundays with Newcastle’s local producers
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Newcastle Art Gallery, Cooks Hill

Angela Tiatia: Muse at Newcastle Art Gallery

Ocean, culture and iconic Matildas moments converge at Newcastle Art Gallery thanks to internationally renowned artist Angela Tiatia
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Tower Cinemas, Newcastle

The Policewoman

A gripping true-crime documentary comes to Newcastle
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Newcastle Conservatorium of Music, Cooks Hill

All That Jazz

Jazz and chamber music collide in Newcastle
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The Lucky Hotel, Newcastle

The Grinch Bottomless Brunch

A wickedly festive feast with bottomless drinks and Grinchy mischief.
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Artisan Collective Port Stephens, Nelson Bay

Coastal Art Exhibition

Two local artists celebrate their connection to the coast
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Singleton Arts & Cultural Centre, Singleton

The Quiet Room

Salvaged furniture becomes immersive sculpture
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The Pavilion Kitchen, Carrington

Pav Night 1

Espresso Martini Showcase
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Osteria Papazzo, Newcastle

Neapolitan Street Food Night

Osteria Papazzo is celebrating its 1st birthday with a Neapolitan party on King Street
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Fort Scratchley, Newcastle

Richard III – Shakespeare Under the Stars

'Shakespeare Under the Stars' returns
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McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle

The Foo Fighters

Global superstars to headline in Newcastle this November at McDonald Jones Stadium
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Civic Theatre, Newcastle

She, Her & I

A new play is coming to the Civic that explores the complicated bonds of sisterhood
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14 Nov: Murrook Culture Festival

Coming together for 'Under the Stars' in the magnificent Sand Dunes on Worimi Country.
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14 Nov: Cruisin' Country Starring the Viper Creek Band

Country hits and harbour views with Viper Creek Band
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All Event Cruises, Newcastle

14 Nov: A Night of Prince

Prince hits and harbour lights aboard MV Calmer
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Maitland Showground, South Maitland

Emergency Management & Community Resilience Expo

Get up close to emergency services at this free Maitland expo
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Museum of Art and Culture, yapang – Booragul, Booragul

MAC yapang Birthday Party In Full Bloom

Celebrate three major milestones with art, music and more
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St Nicholas Early Education Fletcher, Fletcher

St Nicholas Fletcher Community Day

A free morning of family fun is coming to Fletcher
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Hunter Valley Gardens, Pokolbin

Christmas Lights Spectacular

The magic of Christmas has returned to Hunter Valley Gardens

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MOA and co., Carrington

MOA Does Jazz

Live jazz returns to the MOA warehouse for one night
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McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle

Robbie Williams

Let Newcastle entertain you - Robbie Williams is coming
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Newcastle

Your guide to the best restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, and experiences in Newcastle.

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Win a 4-night getaway to Hobart

Pack your bags for four nights of food, wildlife, sightseeing and Tassie adventure
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OVDA STUDIO

Inside James and Sam’s Speers Point home, designed around light, landscape and family life
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Wharf 350 Bar & Restaurant

Get to know the new menu bringing bold flavours to the harbour

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A Weekend in Dungog

Where to eat, drink, stay and have a sneaky swim in Dungog
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Meet Pocketbook, the Newcastle collective making space for emerging writers

Amber Wilkes is creating new spaces for Newcastle's emerging storytellers
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Carriageway

Sleep in a historic Red Rattler at this Dungog retreat
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Scarpetta

Scarpetta brings contemporary Italian dining to Hamilton's Beaumont Street
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The perfect day out in Newcastle’s East End

Browse, shop, and feast in the city’s creative pocket
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Lake Macquarie

Your guide to the best restaurants, cafes, bars, and experiences in Lake Macquarie.

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Awaba House

Lake Macquarie's iconic lakeside venue reopens
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St Nicholas Fletcher Community Day

A free morning of family fun is coming to Fletcher
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Lake Macquarie’s Best Walking Trails

Get out into nature with Lake Macquarie’s eight best walking trails
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LOOKOUT 2027 Lake Macquarie

LOOKOUT 2027 brings The Fray to Lake Macquarie
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Lake Mac Open Studios 2026

Step inside Lake Macquarie's creative spaces this November
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Lake Mac arts events

Lake Macquarie's art scene is buzzing - music, theatre, festivals, and experiences you can’t miss in 2026
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What's on this weekend

Plan your weekend with our guide to events in Newcastle
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Red Hot Summer Tour Lake Macquarie

Jimmy Barnes leads a huge rock lineup at Speers Point
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Hunter Valley

Discover the best wineries, restaurants, experiences, and events in the Hunter Valley.

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Muse Restaurant

Muse Restaurant named Regional Restaurant of the Year in Good Food Guide 2027
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Summer at Hunter Lavender Farm

Here's what's on at the Hunter Valley's stunning lavender farm this summer
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LOOKOUT 2027 Hunter Valley

LOOKOUT 2027 brings +LĪVE+, Stone Temple Pilots and 4 Non Blondes to the Hunter Valley
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Christmas Lights Spectacular

The magic of Christmas has returned to Hunter Valley Gardens

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Emergency Management & Community Resilience Expo

Get up close to emergency services at this free Maitland expo
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Leaves & Fishes

Unwind with a pondside sauna at Leaves & Fishes
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Valley Rising

Celebrating the Hunter Valley's small producers
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What's on this weekend

Plan your weekend with our guide to events in Newcastle
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Port Stephens

Find the best restaurants, cafes, accommodation and things to do in Port Stephens.

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East Pavilion

East Pavilion brings Asian-inspired elegance to Shoal Bay’s dining scene

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Coastal Art Exhibition

Two local artists celebrate their connection to the coast
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What's on this weekend

Plan your weekend with our guide to events in Newcastle
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28 Sep - 11 Oct: School holiday guide

School’s out. Here’s what's on across the Hunter these school holidays
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14 Nov: Murrook Culture Festival

Coming together for 'Under the Stars' in the magnificent Sand Dunes on Worimi Country.
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What's on this month

Your guide to what's on across Newcastle, the Hunter Valley, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens
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Awaken Winter's Wild in Port Stephens

Discover the wild side of Port Stephens in winter

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Wild Light Cafe and Experiences

Welcome to Port Stephens newest wellness destination
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