An evening showcasing Newcastle surfing with a special film premiere on a harbour cruise aboard the MV Calmer, featuring the film 'Cooked' and rare archival footage.
One-night-only shared Indian feast at The Barn at Saddles, hosted by chef Aniruddha Bhosekar.
Friday aperitivo with Aeon Wines pours, spritzes, cocktails, snacks and a Meet the Maker session with winemakers.
A high tea harbour cruise aboard MV Calmer with a fresh seasonal menu of sweet and savoury treats, suitable for birthdays and catch-ups.
A showcase of Australian comedy talent as part of the Newcastle Comedy Festival, held at the EARP Distillery in Carrington.
A festive mid-year celebration on the water with Christmas decorations, music, a licensed bar and a Christmas buffet dinner aboard the MV Calmer.
A showcase of local and guest comedy talent at the Newcastle Comedy Club, held on Friday and Saturday nights.
A hand-building ceramics class combining art and socialising, suitable for beginners and experienced artists, with all clay and tools provided.
Annual Christmas in July luncheon cruise held on the Hunter River in Newcastle, New South Wales.
Queens of the Stone Age, with Primus and Tropical Fuck Storm, live at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre.
Delta Goodrem returns to the Hunter for a concert at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre, marking her first show in five years.
Exclusive lunch cruise aboard MV Calmer celebrating the Newcastle Tuna Festival with fresh tuna, Japanese culinary theatre, and a three-course meal.
Australian comedian Jim Jefferies brings his acclaimed Son of a Carpenter comedy tour to the Newcastle Entertainment Centre.
Stand-up comedy show Fatty on a Yacht by Urzila Carlson at Newcastle Entertainment Centre.
A hands-on National Science Week event for girls and families to explore careers in construction and the built environment through interactive activities and challenges.
A searing and heartbreaking drama based on true events about the 1920s, when young women were poisoned by radium while painting luminous watch dials.
10th anniversary edition of the adventure film tour spotlighting women who push boundaries, with 2.5 hours of action.
Stand-up comedy show Inside Jokes, Outside Voice by Harry Jun at Newcastle Comedy Club.
Stand-up comedy set by Michael Hing at Newcastle Comedy Club.
Stand-up comedy show by award-winning comedian Rory Lowe exploring the struggles of planning a wedding.
The grand final of the NEWy COMIC SEARCH amateur comedy competition.
A free open day to try improvisation with professional instructors at Newcastle Comedy Club.
A musical tribute to the Beatles performed by The Fab Four at the Civic Theatre in Newcastle.
Seventh Wonder performs an orchestrated tribute to Fleetwood Mac, featuring the entire Rumours album and greatest hits with the Sydney Pops Orchestra.
A joyous musical comedy following three friends on a road trip across the Australian Outback, presented by Chookas Entertainment.
Adam Kay, British comedian and former junior doctor, performs his festive stand-up show 'Twas The Nightshift Before Christmas Live' at City Hall.
A Christmas choral show by The TEN Tenors, combining classical, pop and festive music in a live performance.
Guy Sebastian performs his 100 X Around Australia Tour live at Civic Theatre in Newcastle.
Bjorn Again, the ABBA-endorsed tribute show, brings the ABBA Forever Tour to the Civic Theatre in Newcastle.
A screening of the critically acclaimed play GIANT, filmed live in London's West End, presented as part of the Civic Cinema season.
An interactive stage spectacle designed for children, blending music, laughter and educational content in a high-energy show.
The Sydney Symphony performs Max Richter's Recomposed: Vivaldi - The Four Seasons, paired with Richter's On the Nature of Daylight and Samuel Barber's Adagio for Strings, conducted by Benjamin Northey.
The Sweet (UK) perform their greatest hits on The Final Blitz Tour at the Civic Theatre.
The Church return with their most ambitious live show, 'A Psychedelic Symphony', joined by a 30-piece symphony orchestra under the baton of George Ellis.
The Australian Chamber Orchestra presents an all-Beethoven programme featuring the Coriolan Overture, Triple Concerto and Symphony No.6 'Pastoral', conducted by Richard Tognetti.
A new play by Mikaela Corrigan presented by Cats in the Cupboard Productions, exploring themes of memory and belonging through the story of three estranged sisters.
A raw, hilarious and jaw-dropping journey through the golden era of Australian pub rock, featuring the Choirboys sharing tales from their wild nights and backstage madness.
Anthony Callea brings his The Connection tour to the Civic Theatre in Newcastle, an intimate acoustic concert series.
The High Kings perform their Rocky Road to Dublin 2026 tour at the Concert Hall, showcasing their signature blend of classic tradition and modern edge.
Stand-up comedy show where Hannah Ferguson delivers a satirical take on the 'State of the Nation' in a fictionalised 2026.
Disney's Frozen the Musical brings the animated classic to life on stage, featuring all the iconic songs and sensational new numbers, with a live orchestra and special effects.
A screening of the National Theatre Live production of The Misanthrope, starring Sandra Oh.
A workshop for ages 4-12 at the McIntyre Theatrette, where children strut their stuff in a theatrical setting.
Guided backstage tours of the Civic Theatre Newcastle, exploring its history, architecture and performance spaces.
A play by David Williamson performed at the Civic Theatre Playhouse in Newcastle.
A spectacular dance show featuring flamenco and Latin dance styles with infectious energy and groundbreaking choreography.
A multi-arts performance project where seven artists create seven-minute experiences inside the rooms of The Oriental Hotel, part of the New Annual festival.
A 90-minute comedy where Jonathan Biggins transforms into Paul Keating in this revival of The Gospel According to Paul.
Bluey's Big Play is a theatrical adaptation of the Emmy award-winning children's television series, featuring puppets and original music.
A dark and irreverent theatrical reimagining of the Brothers Grimm fairytales by Shake & Stir Theatre Co, featuring adult themes and special effects.
Screening of the NT Live production of Les Liaisons Dangereuses, recorded live from the National Theatre, London, featuring Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner.
A comedy musical celebrating women and menopause, packed with feel-good hits and hilarious truths, recommended for ages 15+.
A sharp, fast-paced comedy about journalism, misinformation and storytelling, inspired by a true story and the book by John D'Agata and Jim Fingal.
Award-winning comedian and podcaster Em Rusciano returns to the stage with her new live show, 'Addicted to Love', blending powerful vocals and biting comedy.
Diesel performs his Spring '26 tour, a singer-songwriter known for distinctive guitar style and smooth vocals.
Emma Memma brings her joyful, inclusive storytelling and music to life on stage in this family-friendly live experience.
Australia's favourite comedy double act, Lano & Woodley, perform their hilarious show 'In Space' at the Civic Theatre.
A screening of the National Theatre Live production of Inter Alia, a searing legal drama starring Rosamund Pike.
A spectacular concert tribute to Barbra Streisand's legendary career, performed by Australian musical icon Melinda Schneider with a live string ensemble.
A stage production adapted from Tim Winton's beloved children's book, combining storytelling, music and laughter for young audiences.
A world premiere jazz ballet reimagining F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic, blending ballet, tap and jazz with a score by Gershwin, James P. Johnson and new works.
Opera Australia's National Tour presents Mozart's Don Giovanni, featuring the Regional Children's Chorus - The Hunter Trebles.
An educational session hosted by Opera Australia at the Civic Theatre, offering insights into industry training, the audition process, and career development in the performing arts.
A concert pairing cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford, exploring Baroque and contemporary music including works by Marin Marais, Antoine Forqueray, Arvo Pärt, Henri Duparc and Bach.
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Stand-up comedy show by Lizzy Hoo, recommended for ages 15+.
Magic show by Cosentino, an immersive theatre experience combining grand stage illusions, close-up wonders and heart-stopping escapes.
Comedy whodunit Clue, adapted from the classic board game, at Civic Theatre.
Evening of small-group conversations with University of Newcastle STEM alumni, followed by networking with pizza.
Exhibition of paintings by Newcastle-based artist Patrick Mavety, with a meet the artist session.
Australian rock legend Phil Jamieson brings his PJ AIR solo tour to Hamilton Station Hotel for his first ever performance there.
Philip Jamieson, former frontman of Grinspoon, brings his new solo album '10Charlie' to the Hamilton Station Hotel as part of his national tour.
A-League Men's football match between Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix.
Concert by American singer-songwriter Sara Storer performing her Worth Your Love Tour at Qirkz in Newcastle.
A gravity-defying acrobatic circus production by Circa, featuring ten artists performing in designer costumes to primal rhythms.
Emmy-nominated singer-songwriter Ben Folds performs live with special guest Lindsey Kraft.
A 10-day festival of art, music and ideas with public art, live performance and music across Newcastle locations.
Musical by Metropolitan Players telling the true story of the people of Gander who cared for stranded passengers on 9/11.
Festival of whisky and craft spirits with tastings of whisky, gin, rum, vodka and liqueurs from over 30 stall holders.
The Very Short Film Festival brings a hand-picked collection of Australia's best very short films to the big screen.
The Top Dog Film Festival returns to Newcastle with an electrifying collection of independent short films celebrating the bond between dogs and their humans.
Three comedic styles unite for the Newcastle Comedy Festival: stand-up, storytelling and musical comedy.
A free, family-friendly festival celebrating fire and creativity with fire shows, giant puppets, street food, and local music across Newcastle.
