Your guide to the best things to do in the city.
The Newcastle Knights have locked in their next finals venue, and Newcastle's sports bars are ready. A guide to the best places to watch the game, from official bar Wests City to The Del, The Commy and The Happy Wombat, plus a round-up of pubs across the region.
A dark and irreverent theatrical reimagining of the Brothers Grimm fairytales by Shake & Stir Theatre Co, featuring adult themes and special effects.
A one-night-only guitar showcase presented by Mark Tinson, featuring a lineup of Australia's finest guitarists including Bob Spencer and Grant Walmsley.
The final session of the Wine Club Night series, featuring a tasting of noble grape varieties and a paired cheese plate.
A prestigious horse racing day featuring the Group 3 Newcastle Gold Cup, launching the 2026 Spring Racing Carnival.
The region's largest gathering of shorebird enthusiasts, featuring expert talks, field trips and social events, marking the first in-person edition in eight years.
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Shake & Stir Theatre Co brings GRIMM, a dark, adult reinterpretation of the Brothers Grimm fairytales, to the Civic Theatre Newcastle on 16 and 17 September. Recommended for 14+, it runs about 80 minutes with no interval, with tickets from A$60.
A practical look at Warhammer Newcastle in Monument, covering its miniatures, paints, tabletop activities and wider craft range. The post also includes staff feedback, access details, payment options and current opening hours.
A prestigious horse racing day featuring the Group 3 Newcastle Gold Cup, launching the 2026 Spring Racing Carnival.
The region's largest gathering of shorebird enthusiasts, featuring expert talks, field trips and social events, marking the first in-person edition in eight years.
Documentary screening of 'Acropolis Cats & Other Wondrous Animals' followed by a live Q&A with filmmaker and University of Newcastle academic Mary Zournazi.
Solo exhibition by Peter Mottershead exploring the relationship between human order, natural systems and environmental forces.
The Sharp bring their Live & Loud tour to King Street Warehouse, recording a live album, with special guests Pocketwatch.
A guide to the Hunter Valley's three wine sub-regions — Pokolbin, Lovedale and Broke-Fordwich — with the most celebrated cellar doors, signature styles and practical tips on tastings, opening hours and getting around.
A look back at Father's Day across Newcastle and the Hunter on Sunday 6 September, from free family days at Hunter Valley Wildlife Park and The Lucky Hotel to lunch cruises, Tocal Homestead's slow-cooked feast and a busy cinema line-up.
The D'Vine Wine and Food Festival runs from 11 to 13 September 2026 on the Around Hermitage Trail in Pokolbin, with the theme 'Meet your Makers'. Over 20 events, a Festival Hub at Glandore Estate Wines and Hunter Wine Lab, a free shuttle bus on Friday and Saturday, and a shopping concierge service.
The Spiegeltent is back at Civic Park on King Street for its 2026 season, running Loca Vida, a cabaret-circus spectacle by Strut & Fret from 4 September to 4 October. Tickets start at A$54 via Fever, the show is rated 18+, and it forms a major part of the New Annual festival.
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Global pop icon Robbie Williams returns to Australia with his BRITPOP World Tour, performing hits like 'Angels' and 'Better Man'.
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An all-day festival experience with over 300 brews from 50+ craft breweries, gourmet food vendors, live music and activities on the Newcastle Foreshore.
Celebrate the Melbourne Cup at the Customs House Hotel in Newcastle.
