Bolton Point, Lake Macquarie

Newcastle Hunter Jazz Club July Concert – Rachel’s Rascals

Concerts or Performances

26 Jul 2026

Distance from: 7.9 kms | Price from: $25.00

Traditional New Orleans Jazz by Rachel's Rascals.Bob Henderson - trumpet/vocals.Paul Furniss - reeds.Eric Gibbons - trombone/vocals.Lawrie Thompson - drums.Craig Goeldner...

New Year’s Eve Cruise on Lake Macquarie

Festivals and Celebrations

31 Dec 2026

Distance from: 3.2 kms | Price from: $115.00

Hop aboard Lady Mac and avoid the foreshore crowds on New Year's Eve this year. Join Nova Cruises on Lake...

Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

6 Jun 2026 to 30 Jun 2026

Distance from: 3.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival is an annual month-long arts festival inspired by the life and work of esteemed artist...

Young Dobell exhibition

Exhibition and Shows

6 Jun 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Now in its third year, Young Dobell is an annual exhibition featuring artworks from the Young Dobell Art Competition.The exhibition...

Australian Haydn Ensemble – Haydn’s Oxford

Concert or Performance

7 Nov 2026

Distance from: 4.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Haydn's London Symphonies reimagined: intimate, vibrant, and full of surprises.Haydn's London Symphonies: Part 1Part 1! How enticing. If a CD...

Naidoc Cup

Festivals and Celebrations

29 Sep 2026 to 1 Oct 2026

Distance from: 4.6 kms | Price from: Free

The NAIDOC Cup is a unique football event showcasing emerging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players aged 13–16 from Northern...

Paint the Lake: Landscape workshop with Adele Merdjanic

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

27 Jun 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: $59.00

MAC presents a 3-hour lakescape painting workshop with Lake Macquarie artist Adele Merdjanic.Working from photographs and the beautiful surrounds of...

Lake Mac Action Festival

Concert or Performance

17 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026

Distance from: 4.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Lake Mac Action Festival, formerly known as Fast and Loud, is a high-energy event that celebrates the vibrant spirit of...

MACBETH by Come you Spirits

Concert or Performance

26 Jun 2026 to 27 Jun 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Following the 2025 season of sold-out performances, this five-star production, hailed as "THE Macbeth" (Sydney Arts Guide) comes to Warners...

SONIDO Andean & Latin American Roots

Concert or Performance

24 Oct 2026

Distance from: 4.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Home-grown sounds capturing the magic of Latin America. Presented in association with Musica Viva Australia and Lake Mac Arts.Sonido is...

the edge of the world Brontë Naylor et al – exhibition

Exhibition and Shows

6 Jun 2026 to 2 Aug 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

The of edge of the world is a collaborative work exploring the landscapes and cultures of Australia and Iceland.Brontë Naylor...

Print Circle: Elements

Exhibition and Shows

6 Jun 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

MAC yapang is delighted to welcome a vibrant collection of artists from the Print Circle, a renowned printmaking collective founded...

Float Your Boat

Festivals and Celebrations

19 Jun 2026 to 20 Jun 2026

Distance from: 2.6 kms | Price from: Free

Lake Macquarie's iconic fluorescent flotilla is set to brighten local shores and spirits when the family favourite 'Float Your Boat'...

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Concert or Performance

2 Oct 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Over 100,000 film lovers in over 500 cities across six continents gather for one reason...to view and vote on the...

Family workshop: Create Pet Portraits

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

20 Jun 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Draw your favourite furred, feathered, or scaled friends in this workshop for young creators and their families guided by their...

Lake Mac Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

22 Jan 2027 to 25 Jan 2027

Distance from: 5.0 kms | Price from: Free

The Lake Mac Festival returns this January with a vibrant mix of live music, family-friendly festivals, artisan markets, and community...

Lake Mac Carols

Concert or Performance

13 Dec 2026

Distance from: 4.5 kms | Price from: Free

Lake Macquarie City Council is proud to present a spectacular evening of entertainment at the Lake Mac Carols at Speers...

Lake Mac Meet the Makers

Markets

13 Jun 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Lake Mac Meet the Makers is a popular annual market at the Museum of Art and Culture, yapang (MAC yapang)....

Father’s Day Lunch on the Lake Cruise

Festivals and Celebrations

6 Sep 2026

Distance from: 3.1 kms | Price from: $0.00

Make this Father's Day one to remember with a relaxing lunch cruise aboard Nova Cruises. Set sail on Lake Macquarie...

Dive into the World of Beach Texture Art! Introductory Textured Beach Artwork Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

23 Sep 2026

Distance from: 7.3 kms | Price from: $170.00

Sculpt. Blend. Create. Let the seaside magic begin.Step into a world of colour, texture, and coastal calm.This creative escape is...

Introduction to Resin Workshop: Create your own Cheeseboard

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

14 Jun 2026 to 29 Aug 2026

Distance from: 7.3 kms | Price from: $185.00

Where creativity meets colour and your kitchen gets an instant glow-up!Ready to dive into the magical, mesmerising world of resin?Whether...

Studio A – Catherine McGuiness: Night Blossom

Exhibition and Shows

25 Jul 2026 to 19 Sep 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Night Blossom is the first solo exhibition by Catherine McGuiness, initially presented at Mosman Art Gallery.Catherine's vibrant works glow like...

Peter and the Wolf and other tails

Concert or Performance

22 Nov 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Join brave Peter and meet the instruments in the orchestra in this enchanting musical journey!This fun and magical musical adventure...

Artflow Sessions

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

11 Jun 2026 to 26 Nov 2026

Distance from: 7.3 kms | Price from: $450.00

Where creativity flows, confidence grows, and every week brings something new.Looking for a place to create, unwind, explore new techniques,...

Digitales – Storytime and Art

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

18 Jun 2026 to 17 Dec 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Free

Come along to the Multi-Arts Pavilion, mima and enjoy a free morning of fun and art.Enjoy a unique story time...

Lake Mac Open Studios

Festivals and Celebrations

1 Nov 2026 to 30 Nov 2026

Distance from: 4.5 kms | Price from: Free

Lake Macquarie's talented artists and makers are throwing open their studio doors for the annual Lake Mac Open Studios. 57...

Lakeside Sounds

Festivals and Celebrations

16 Apr 2027 to 24 Apr 2027

Distance from: 4.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Small gigs. Big vibes. Beautiful places.Lakeside Sounds is an augural feel‑good music festival that will be popping up in some...

Heart and Soul Expo

Markets

11 Jul 2026 to 12 Jul 2026

Distance from: 6.7 kms | Price from: $5.00

A magical weekend awaits are you ready to feel inspired, uplifted, and connected?Whether you're seeking clarity, healing, or simply a...

Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase

Concert or Performance

7 Aug 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Expertly curated and lovingly presented, the Showcase will feature some of the Festival's hottest acts live on stage for an...

Pre-School, Art School

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

7 Jul 2026 to 1 Dec 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Free child-friendly exhibition tours, stories and art activities at MAC yapang.Children and their families can join a friendly tour guide...

Salote Tawale: The Tide Continues

Exhibition and Shows

6 Jun 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Australian-Fijian artist Salote Tawale, a lecturer at Sydney College of the Arts, the University of Sydney, presents a new exhibition...

Resin Funhouse: Design Your Own Decor

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

13 Jun 2026

Distance from: 7.3 kms | Price from: $195.00

Ready to escape the everyday and dive headfirst into a world of colour, creativity, and "OMG I made that!" energy?Come...

Impact Festival

Community Event

27 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026

Distance from: 4.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

Step into the spotlight at Impact Dance Festival!Are you an emerging dancer or choreographer aged 12-25? The Impact Dance Festival...

The Poems, Prayers & Promises of John Denver

Concert or Performance

14 Aug 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Multi award winning performer, Darren Coggan, returns to his country roots with "The Poems, Prayers & Promises of John Denver",...

Let’s Surf Lake Macquarie

Sporting Events

10 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026

Distance from: 10.0 kms | Price from: Free

Presented by Lake Macquarie City Council, Let's Surf Lake Mac returns in 2026 with the next generation of surfing world...

Melbourne Cup Cruise – Port Macquarie

Festivals and Celebrations

3 Nov 2026

Distance from: 3.1 kms | Price from: $100.00

Hop aboard "Lady Mac" departing Booragul Public Wharf next to Lake Mac Art Gallery.Join Lake Macquarie Cruises to celebrate the...

Stack: The Artist’s Book Club

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

24 Jun 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Stack: The Artist's Book Club, a fun, relaxed space to read, discuss and explore art.Created and hosted by MAC yapang...

Marty Sheargold – The Red Card Tour, Warners Bay

Concert or Performance

22 Aug 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Marty Sheargold is a renowned Australian stand-up comedian and media personality, known for his razor-sharp wit, candid observational humour, and...

An introduction to coiled vessels

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

20 Jun 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: $81.00

Join contemporary artist and academic, Melinda Young in this 3-hour workshop. Young will introduce participants to the basketry technique of...

NEWK – The John Newcombe Story

Concert or Performance

1 Nov 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Written by award-winning Australian playwright Kieran Carroll and performed by acclaimed Melbourne actor, Paul Armstrong, NEWK (The John Newcombe Story)...

Current Connections

Exhibition and Shows

25 Jul 2026 to 20 Sep 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

In Current Connections, artists David Collins, Sally Stokes, Belinda Street, Leah Thiessen and Ana Young share their ongoing interpretation and...

In Memory: Tom Gleghorn

Exhibition and Shows

6 Jun 2026 to 19 Jul 2026

Distance from: 2.9 kms | Price from: Free

Once described by an Australian art critic as the 'Pahr Lap of Australian Art', for winning many art prizes, Lake...

Warners Bay Markets

Markets

16 May 2026 to 19 Dec 2026

Distance from: 4.1 kms | Price from: Free

Warners Bay Markets are held on the third Saturday of every month.With a fabulous array of stallholders, selling everything from...

Coastal Creations: Intro to Beach Resin Art Resin Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

4 Jul 2026

Distance from: 7.3 kms | Price from: $195.00

Got a love for all things beachy? Dream of crafting your own stunning resin treasures? Well, surf's up - it's...

Lake Mac POP BAM – Pop Culture Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

25 Jul 2026

Distance from: 8.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

Wham, bam, POP BAM! Lake Macquarie's annual popular culture festival returns this July. Join us for the ultimate pop culture...

Marty Sheargold – The Red Card Tour – Warners Bay

Concert or Performance

22 Aug 2026

Distance from: 4.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

As much as Marty has been trying to embrace early retirement – he's bored so he's going to be the...

Float Your Boat Cruise

Festivals and Celebrations

19 Jun 2026 to 20 Jun 2026

Distance from: 3.1 kms | Price from: $55.00

Float Your Boat Parade is an open challenge for boat owners to dress up their boats with lights and take...