
Best-selling author Tess Woods discusses her latest book The Cairo Bridal Shop with Lisa Ireland, with copies available for signing.

A vibrant opening night celebration at Newcastle Art Gallery featuring live music by Aleksiah, Djanaba and Ngaiire, workshops, food trucks, and the launch of Angela Tiatia's 'Muse' exhibition.

Hands-on making workshops for children to create shifting landscapes inspired by tides and drift, part of the Cavitation project by Izabela Pluta.

Watch the AFL Grand Final live on Newcastle's biggest screen with cocktails, DJs and live music.

Solo exhibition by Peter Mottershead exploring the relationship between human order, natural systems and environmental forces.
A Pacific Ocean collective ceremony led by Latai Taumoepeau, guiding participants through a feminine ritual of water, wind and fire to honour and renew the spirit.

An industry night with unreleased spirit tastings, distillery experiences and live music.

Interactive floating installation of marine floats by Izabela Pluta at the Newcastle Canoe Pool, part of New Annual 2026.

A showcase of the best and freshest local produce and gourmet delights, where customers buy groceries directly from farmers and makers.

The 48th annual Bikers For Kids toy run where motorbikes ride from Stockton to Connolly Park loaded with toys, followed by a family day with face painting, kids' rides, market stalls, food trucks and live music.

A fundraiser selling over 40,000 second-hand books, CDs, DVDs and games to support student scholarships at the University of Newcastle.

A creative workshop where participants work together to produce paper lamp decorations for the New Annual Art Party.

Free, friendly digital help sessions for over-50s with everyday digital tasks, held weekly at Newcastle City Library.

Beginner sewing sessions to take the next steps toward becoming a sewing superstar, held weekly at Newcastle City Library.