Wed-Mon 10am-4pm
Fort Scratchley Historic Site — Guided Tours
Wander the tunnels and gun emplacements of this harbourside fort on a guided tour, with sweeping views over Newcastle Harbour.
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What's On in Newcastle
From Civic Theatre shows and Newcastle Museum exhibitions at Honeysuckle to Sunday markets at the Showground, coastal walks along Bathers Way and footy at McDonald Jones Stadium, here's what's worth getting out for in Newcastle. Curated each week by Morning Post.
Updated 28 October 2026 · events curated by Morning Post
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Tue-Sun 10am-5pmFree
Newcastle Museum — Free Permanent Exhibitions
Explore Newcastle's story from coal mining to steelworks, with hands-on science displays that keep grandkids happily busy.
Find out more →Every Sunday 8am-1pm
Newcastle City Farmers Market
Hunter Valley farmers, bakers and producers fill a relaxed Sunday morning with fresh seasonal produce and friendly conversation.
Find out more →1st Saturday of each month
The Olive Tree Market
Over 120 curated stalls of art, design, gourmet food and live music in Civic Park, a monthly Newcastle favourite.
Find out more →Every Saturday 8amFree
parkrun Newcastle
A friendly, free 5km coastal run or stroll where all abilities are welcome, followed by a chat and coffee with locals.
Find out more →31 Oct 2026 - 29 May 2027
Merewether Markets
A Saturday stroll through the Merewether stalls kicks off a season of local browsing, with plenty to sample and chat about.
Find out more →31 Oct
Walk for Encore 2026
A community charity walk through the Bar Beach parklands, with ocean air and good company on a Saturday.
Find out more →1 Nov
Anthony Callea with Port Bus to Newcastle for The CONNECTION TOUR
Anthony Callea's powerhouse pop vocals fill the grand Civic Theatre on a Sunday, with a convenient bus option to get you there.
Find out more →1 Nov
DIAMOND- A Musical Tribute to Neil Diamond
A Sunday tribute to Neil Diamond's biggest hits, ideal for singing along to Sweet Caroline and other favourites in a suburban setting.
Find out more →3 Nov
Newcastle Jets v Shanghai Port
The Jets host Shanghai Port in a continental clash, a chance to cheer on the home side under lights.
Find out more →4 Nov
Discover Sailing - Port Stephens NSW
An introductory taster on the water at Port Stephens, ideal for anyone curious about sailing with no experience needed.
Find out more →4 Nov
Veteran and Family Pickleball - Port Stephens, NSW
A friendly Port Stephens pickleball session welcoming veterans and families, so grandkids can join in the fun too.
Find out more →5 Nov
Salsa Classes for all the Levels
Friendly salsa classes in Hamilton welcoming all levels, a fun way to stay active and meet new people.
Find out more →5 Nov
Radium Girls
A gripping true-story drama about the women of the radium dial factories, staged in the intimate Playhouse on its final day.
Find out more →6 Nov 2026 – 15 Jan 2027
Candlelight: Queen vs. The Beatles
Two pop giants go head to head in a candlelit church setting, performed live by a string ensemble.
Find out more →7 Nov
Australian Haydn Ensemble - Haydn’s Oxford
A period-instrument ensemble brings Haydn's much-loved Oxford Symphony to life, a lovely outing for classical music lovers on 7 November.
Find out more →7 Nov
Choirboys in Newcastle
Catch the much-loved Australian band at the Civic Theatre on a Saturday night, with singalong favourites and a beautiful heritage setting.
Find out more →7 Nov
Choirboys presents Run To Paradise - Great Australian Rock N Roll Stories - Newcastle
Classic Aussie rock anthems and the stories behind them, performed in the comfortable surrounds of the Civic Theatre on a Saturday evening.
Find out more →7 Nov
NUYU Community Connect
A friendly community gathering by Cottage Creek that is a good way to meet neighbours and discover local connections.
7 Nov
Soap Making Workshop
Learn to make your own handmade soaps in a relaxed Saturday workshop, with a lovely gift or two to take home.
Find out more →7 Nov
Writing Memoir Workshop with Susan Francis
A guided workshop for turning life stories into polished memoir, ideal for anyone wanting to capture family history for the grandkids.
Find out more →7 Nov
True Vintage Markets 7th November 2026
A Saturday browse through racks of vintage clothing and collectables, ideal for hunting out retro treasures and nostalgic finds.
7 Nov
Candlelight: Tribute to British Rock Legends | Newcastle
Classic British rock favourites reimagined by candlelight in an intimate church setting, ideal for a Saturday night out.
Find out more →8 Nov
2026 Newcastlle Toy Run Bike Show and Media Launch
Browse gleaming motorbikes at the bike show launching the charity Toy Run, a feel-good Sunday outing for riders and families.
8 Nov
NEWCASTLE OPEN 2026
A local open competition on Sunday 8 November, a fine chance to catch some Newcastle sporting talent in action.
Find out more →27 Oct 2026 - 22 Dec 2026
Live Jazz at The Underground
A relaxed run of live jazz sessions through to 22 December, ideal for an easy evening of good music.
Find out more →9 Nov
Rock and Roll Triples workshop
Brush up your rock and roll dance steps in a sociable workshop at the Polish Association, with partners welcome.
12 Nov
The Summer Soirée | Signal Box X Molly Morgan Wines | NSW Wine Month
Molly Morgan wines meet Signal Box hospitality for a NSW Wine Month celebration, perfect for a sociable glass with friends.
12 Nov
2026 Ford NSW Open Championship
A state championship on Thursday 12 November, giving sport lovers a chance to watch skilled competitors in action close to home.
Find out more →13 Nov
Life Drawing @ SACC
A relaxed community life drawing session where beginners and seasoned sketchers alike can enjoy a creative, social few hours.
Find out more →14 Nov
Clapsticks painting and yarn with Adam Manning
Paint traditional clapsticks and share stories in a hands-on cultural session led by artist Adam Manning.
Find out more →14 Nov
Pass the Art Parcel
A playful, creative gathering built around making and sharing art, with a relaxed social feel on 14 November.
Find out more →14 Nov
Clay workshop with Monica Rani Rudhar
Get your hands into the clay in a guided Saturday workshop with an experienced artist, suited to curious beginners.
Find out more →14 Nov
NEWCASTLE CHRISTMAS MARKET ✨🎅🎄
An early taste of Christmas with festive stalls and handmade gifts, great for getting a head start on presents.
14 Nov
A Night of Prince | Starring Andrew De Silva | Newcastle Harbour
A tribute show celebrating Prince's biggest hits, performed live on Newcastle Harbour.
Find out more →14 Nov
Candlelight: Best of Fleetwood Mac in Newcastle - Tickets
Fleetwood Mac classics performed by candlelight in a atmospheric church setting, with Dreams and Go Your Own Way in intimate surrounds.
Find out more →14 Nov
The Church - A Psychedelic Symphony
The beloved Australian band performs its dreamy catalogue with symphonic backing in the grand Civic Theatre.
Find out more →14 Nov
The Newcastle Herald Hunter Race Day
A Saturday at the Broadmeadow races with a flutter, good company and a classic Hunter day out.
Find out more →14 Nov – 15 Nov
Newcastle Jewellery Fair 2026
Browse handmade and vintage jewellery from local makers over a relaxed weekend, ideal for early Christmas gift hunting.
14 Nov
Paddle for the Planet
A community paddle at Horseshoe Beach supporting the environment, set against the harbour and Nobbys Head views.
Find out more →15 Nov
LAMBTON PARK | CHRISTMAS MARKET DAY🎅🎄✨
A festive Sunday market in leafy Lambton Park, with seasonal gifts and treats to start your Christmas shopping early.
15 Nov
An Evening with Rodgers & Hammerstein
Beloved songs from South Pacific, The Sound of Music and more, performed in the grand surrounds of the Civic Theatre.
Find out more →17 Nov
Robbie Williams - BRITPOP WORLD TOUR
Robbie Williams brings his showman charm and a lifetime of sing-along hits to Newcastle's stadium.
Find out more →18 NovFree
World COPD Day: Free Exercise Classes and Health Screening
Gentle exercise classes and health screening for World COPD Day, a welcoming, no-cost way to look after your lungs and fitness.
Find out more →19 Nov
ACN's Nature Play for Neurodiverse Children & Families
A welcoming outdoor nature play session for neurodiverse children and their families, with room for grandparents to join in the exploring.
Find out more →21 Nov
Sweet in Newcastle
The glam-rock hitmakers behind Ballroom Blitz and Love Is Like Oxygen bring their singalong classics to the Civic stage.
Find out more →22 Nov
Art Bazaar Lambton Park Sunday 22 November 2026
Browse local artists' stalls in the park on a Sunday, with plenty of handmade pieces and room to wander.
22 Nov
Live Orchestral Concert - Peter and the Wolf and other tails
A live orchestra brings Prokofiev's much-loved Peter and the Wolf to life, a lovely outing for grandparents and grandkids together.
Find out more →26 Nov
Wine Tasting
Sample a selection of wines in a relaxed Newcastle West setting, with good company and plenty to sip and savour.
27 Nov
Kim Wilde 80s Pop Legends Tour | Civic Theatre Newcastle
Kim Wilde brings Kids in America and other 80s favourites to the Civic Theatre stage for a nostalgic night out.
Find out more →27 Nov
Hawks Juniors Sportsmans Lunch
A sociable sportsman's lunch supporting local junior players, with good company and community spirit on 27 November.
Find out more →28 Nov
Annika Romeyn -Watercolour Monotype
Explore the painterly art of watercolour monotype printing with a practising artist in a hands-on creative session.
Find out more →28 Nov
Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Grand Final- Newcastle
Supercross riders battle for the title in a grand final spectacle at McDonald Jones Stadium, great for thrill-loving grandparents and grandkids.
28 Nov
SUZI QUATRO | Down Under 2026 - LAKE MACQUARIE
The rock and roll legend behind Can the Can and Devil Gate Drive plays a lakeside show at Speers Point.
Find out more →4 Dec
Bjorn Again - The World's No.1 ABBA Show - Newcastle, NSW
Sing along to Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia with the world's favourite ABBA tribute act, in full seventies costume.
Find out more →5 Dec
Wickham Park Night Markets
An early summer evening of market stalls and street food in Wickham Park, ideal for a relaxed twilight wander.
6 Dec
The Australian Bee Gees Show
A tribute to the Brothers Gibb, with falsetto harmonies and disco-era favourites for fans of all ages.
Find out more →6 Dec
2026 Bikers For Kids Newcastle Toy Run & Family Day
A feel-good Sunday family day built around a charity toy run, with rumbling bikes, community spirit and plenty for grandkids to see.
12 Dec
AIR SUPPLY "50th Anniversary Tour" | Sat 12 Dec | Newcastle Entertainment Centre
Air Supply celebrate fifty years of soft-rock romance with all their big ballads, a perfect Saturday night for devoted fans.
Find out more →12 Dec – 13 Dec
NSWAPA State Small Bore 50yd Metallic Silhouette Championships
A two-day state championship at Newcastle Pistol Club, drawing precision shooters from around NSW for a weekend of focused competition.
17 Dec
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert - The Musical
The dazzling, feather-boa-filled musical journey across the outback, packed with disco hits and big laughs, arriving just before Christmas.
Find out more →19 Dec
💃 Desert Divas & Disco Fever | Priscilla Quen of the Desert💋ྀིྀི
A glittering, feather-boa celebration of the much-loved Priscilla story, with disco hits and dazzling costumes at the Civic Theatre.
8 Jan 2027Free
Newcastle Carnival of Cups
An evening of harness racing paired with live music and trackside entertainment, with free general admission on 8 January.
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