When & Juliet arrives at Newcastle’s Civic Theatre this June, it brings with it the glittering credentials of a global phenomenon. Since its 2019 premiere, this irreverent reimagining of Shakespeare's most famous tragedy has conquered the West End, Broadway, and stages across the globe, winning three Olivier Awards and earning nine Tony nominations along the way.

Celebrating 35 years in 2026, Flickerfest remains Australia’s leading Academy® Qualifying and BAFTA Recognised short film festival, ensuring that we continue to present A-list short film programmes recognised amongst the best in the world with films hand-picked from the festival’s record 3,700+ entries!

Newcastle Tuna Festival is back for 2026 — bigger, bolder, and it's bringing the whole ocean with it!

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens is marking a major milestone this year - its 40th anniversary - making Botanic Gardens Day (Australia/New Zealand) an especially meaningful occasion for the Gardens and its community.

Comedy legend Eddie Izzard is heading to Newcastle's Civic Theatre on Thursday, 28 May 2025, bringing with her The Remix Tour Live — a spectacular celebration of 35 years of boundary-pushing stand-up comedy.

Ready to hit the ice or take your first glide? Hunter Ice Skating Stadium offers programs for all ages and skill levels, with Learn to Play Ice Hockey and Learn to Skate sessions running throughout the week.

May is blooming with creativity, connection, and unforgettable experiences at Allettare Dezigns, Newcastle’s favourite destination for art lovers and curious beginners alike.

In the latest episode of Placed to Speak, “Questions from the Hat,” a group of young people come together for a spontaneous, question driven conversation that is equal parts humorous, thoughtful, and deeply engaging. Hosted by Ricky, a program Skills Facilitator, the episode, features participants Morty, Tomas and Dom, young people aged 17–25 who are part of the Place Based Abilities program, a collaborative initiative between The Place Charlestown Community Centre and ReadyU

After a solid workout, it’s tempting to grab your bag and head straight for the door. But at Urth Fitness, that feel-good moment is just getting started!