Get ready to dust off your dancing shoes and embrace your inner Dancing Queen – the world's most beloved feel-good musical is heading to Newcastle this October! Mamma Mia! will light up the Civic Theatre from 11 October for a strictly limited season that promises to have audiences singing, dancing and falling in love with ABBA all over again.

The loveable, shaggy creature who captured hearts across Australia is being celebrated at Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC) in a delightful retrospective exhibition honouring Ted Prior's iconic creation, Grug.

Bell Shakespeare’s national tour of Romeo & Juliet has kicked off, but with no Newcastle dates, Novocastrians keen to see the Bard’s star-crossed lovers will have to look elsewhere.

Support live music this September with our local gig guide for Newcastle, the Hunter and Lake Macquarie.

Your guide to local farmers & artisan markets in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter.

In a world where podcasts often cover politics, pop culture, or crime mysteries, a group of young storytellers from the Place Based Abilities Program supporting young people with disability, are proving that sometimes the most joyful stories come from the backyard.

For Kerry Brownell, style has never been just about clothing; it’s about empowerment. As the founder of Kerry’s Style Sessions, KSS Dress Hire, and her newest venture in hair styling, Kerry has created a multifaceted business dedicated to helping women feel more confident and beautiful.

Newcastle's New Annual festival is rolling out the red carpet for families this year, with two standout events that promise to captivate audiences of all ages while delivering unforgettable experiences right in the heart of the city.

# This is Not Journalism (#TINJ) is hailed as an urgent comedy about truth, news and alternative facts. A powder keg 75-minute comedy drama written and directed by Ross Mueller for some of Newcastle’s finest actors, including Philip McGrath and Mark Pegler, # TINJ is presented by UpStage at The Playhouse (Newcastle Civic Theatre) from Friday 26 September until Saturday 4 October.

The past few months have underscored just how resilient the prestige and lifestyle market on the Coast and in the Hunter remains. With the RBA recently cutting the cash rate by 0.25% to 3.6%, we’ve seen a noticeable lift in confidence.

Get ready for an unforgettable spectacle as the Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley Fiesta returns this October Long Weekend (October 3rd - 6th, 2025) with an enchanting Balloons & Bubbles theme!

The award-winning La Ronde is set to take over the Spiegeltent, blending elegance, acrobatics, and outrageous cabaret in one unforgettable show.

NEW ANNUAL is back in 2025! From 26 September to 5 October, experience 10 days of art, music, and ideas with over 30 events transforming Newcastle’s streets, stages, and coastal icons.

Held on the traditional lands of the Awabakal People, the Living Smart Festival returns to Speers Point Park on Saturday, 20 September 2025, celebrating sustainability with one of Australia’s largest free community events.

The D’Vine Festival is a vibrant weekend in the Hunter Valley featuring wine tastings, gourmet food, live music, luxury experiences, and family-friendly fun, and it’s back and better than ever.