The festive season in Newcastle is more than just tinsel and lights - it’s a time for connection, joy, and celebration. From the heart of the city to the sparkling Harbour Foreshore, City of Newcastle is rolling out its annual calendar of Christmas cheer and New Year festivities, offering something for everyone. Whether it’s wandering through a glowing Christmas precinct, snapping selfies with Santa, or dancing your way into 2026, the city is alive with energy, creativity, an

The newest stage show in Showtime Australia’s roster of world-class tribute shows - THE UNOFFICIAL TRIBUTE SHOW - TAYLOR: A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift Music – is set to begin its Australian tour this January, taking in dates across QLD, New South Wales, South Australia, Western Australia, and the Northern territory, including at NEX Newcastle on Wednesday 7 January, 2026. 

At The Place: Charlestown Community Centre, there’s always room at the table and it’s never too late to make new friends.

School holidays can be a welcome break for teens, but they can also mean long days indoors, endless screen time, and little movement. At Urth Fitness, we wanted to offer a different kind of break, one that gives high school students a safe place to move, clear their heads, meet new friends and feel part of a community.

Mark Friday 12 December in your diary – Clyde St Arts is throwing open its doors for a festive evening of creativity, community and Christmas shopping with a difference.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Maitland, and this year the celebrations roll right through summer with a vibrant program of family-friendly events and community activities. There’s something for everyone to enjoy, from outdoor movie nights and Christmas lights to New Year’s celebrations and roller discos.

Thirty years ago, the Princess of Wales travelled to Sydney to open the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute’s newest location. Now, local theatre company Hyde Entertainment is giving Newcastle audiences a glimpse into the beloved late royal’s life in 2026 with its season of the Broadway musical Diana.

When the festive season arrives, there's something undeniably special about wandering through the historic streets of Morpeth. This charming village transforms into a Christmas shopping haven where every purchase feels personal, meaningful, and delightfully unique.

Step into a world where the tiniest details tell the biggest stories. Model Newcastle: Big Stories, Little Things is Newcastle Museum’s headline exhibition for 2025/26, bringing the city’s history, imagination, and creativity to life in miniature.

For nine years, artist and educator Chris Deards has guided hundreds of people into the joy of creativity through her business, Allettare Dezigns. Now, 2026 marks her most ambitious venture yet.

One of Australia's most captivating performers, Darren Coggan, brings his critically acclaimed show ‘Fire & Rain’ to The Playhouse stage at Civic Theatre Newcastle, celebrating the timeless songs of one of modern music’s most magnetic and beloved artists, James Taylor.

As the festive season approaches, locals are discovering that the region's farmers' markets offer the perfect solution for both Christmas feast preparations and those last-minute gift dilemmas. With fresh, locally sourced produce and unique artisan products, Newcastle City Farmers Market and Lake Macquarie Farmers Market are becoming go-to destinations for Christmas shoppers.

The Hunter Valley's rural and vineyard property market is experiencing a quiet revolution. With Australian wine exports surging 13% in value to $2.48 billion and volume lifting 3% to 639 million litres, according to Wine Australia, the region's prestige agricultural properties are attracting serious attention from buyers both locally and internationally.

Uncover the ultimate Hunter Valley dining experience this spring with our top picks and favourite eats! Discover a variety of cuisines, flavours, and destinations to explore.

The Hunter Valley has long been celebrated for its wine, but venture beyond the cellar doors and you'll discover two unique family run experiences that capture the region's agricultural innovation and natural beauty.