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Things to Do in Newcastle This Weekend

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The markets, shows, coastal walks and outings worth your Saturday and Sunday around Newcastle and Lake Macquarie — hand-picked.

Updated 28 October 2026 · events curated by Morning Post

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Tue-Sun 10am-5pmFree

Newcastle Museum — Free Permanent Exhibitions

🎨 Arts · Newcastle Museum, Honeysuckle

Explore Newcastle's story from coal mining to steelworks, with hands-on science displays that keep grandkids happily busy.

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Every Sunday 8am-1pm

Newcastle City Farmers Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · Newcastle Showground

Hunter Valley farmers, bakers and producers fill a relaxed Sunday morning with fresh seasonal produce and friendly conversation.

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1st Saturday of each month

The Olive Tree Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · Civic Park, Newcastle

Over 120 curated stalls of art, design, gourmet food and live music in Civic Park, a monthly Newcastle favourite.

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Every Saturday 8amFree

parkrun Newcastle

🌲 Weekends Out · Dixon Park, Merewether (and other locations)

A friendly, free 5km coastal run or stroll where all abilities are welcome, followed by a chat and coffee with locals.

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31 Oct

Walk for Encore 2026

🌲 Weekends Out · Empire Park, Bar Beach

A community charity walk through the Bar Beach parklands, with ocean air and good company on a Saturday.

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1 Nov

Anthony Callea with Port Bus to Newcastle for The CONNECTION TOUR

🎵 Music · Civic Theatre Newcastle

Anthony Callea's powerhouse pop vocals fill the grand Civic Theatre on a Sunday, with a convenient bus option to get you there.

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1 Nov

DIAMOND- A Musical Tribute to Neil Diamond

🎵 Music · 31 Morehead St, Lambton NSW 2299

A Sunday tribute to Neil Diamond's biggest hits, ideal for singing along to Sweet Caroline and other favourites in a suburban setting.

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