Charlestown, Lake Macquarie

Lake Mac Open Studios

Festivals and Celebrations

1 Nov 2026 to 30 Nov 2026

Distance from: 3.6 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...

Ampol Women’s State of Origin Game I – Newcastle

Sporting Events

30 Apr 2026

Distance from: 6.2 kms | Price from: Not Available

Gear up for the Ampol Women's State of Origin series, kicking off in Newcastle.Be at McDonald Jones Stadium live to...

Bad Boys Afloat – The Ultimate Ladies Night Out

Concert or Performance

28 Mar 2026 to 21 Nov 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: $97.00

Get ready for the ultimate all-inclusive night out with Bad Boys Afloat on Newcastle Harbour! The Bad Boys Afloat Live...

Warners Bay Markets

Markets

18 Apr 2026 to 19 Dec 2026

Distance from: 4.0 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...

Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase

Concert or Performance

7 Aug 2026

Distance from: 3.9 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...

CraftAlive Newcastle

Exhibition and Shows

7 May 2026 to 9 May 2026

Distance from: 6.5 kms | Price from: $16.00

CraftAlive is Australia's longest-running craft event series. With both local and interstate craft talent, the show is packed full of...

Drum Tao – Samurai of the Drum

Concert or Performance

24 Apr 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

After captivating more than 9 million people worldwide, Japan's Drum Tao returns to Australia with their most breathtaking production yet. Fusing the thunderous power...

Hill to Harbour

Sporting Events

29 Mar 2026

Distance from: 8.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Part of the City of Newcastle NewRun Festival , the Hill to Harbour is the iconic 12 kilometre Newcastle running...

Indigenous Nationals

Sporting Events

29 Jun 2026 to 3 Jul 2026

Distance from: 7.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

In 2026, the 30th Indigenous Nationals will be hosted by the University of Newcastle, NSW in a week-long competition across...

Newcastle Writers Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

27 Mar 2026 to 4 Apr 2027

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: $15.00

Newcastle Writers Festival is a dynamic annual event that celebrates books and brings together readers and much-loved writers. The three-day...

Professor Brian Cox – Emergence – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

19 May 2026

Distance from: 6.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

After performing his smash-hit show 'Horizons' to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back...

Lano and Woodley – In Space – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

29 Aug 2026

Distance from: 9.2 kms | Price from: $49.00

Lano and Woodley are all alone on a spaceship. Or are they? Commander Col is focused on their important mission....

Peter and the Wolf and other tails

Concert or Performance

22 Nov 2026

Distance from: 3.9 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...

Newcastle Music Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

2 Aug 2026 to 16 Aug 2026

Distance from: 10.0 kms | Price from: Not Available

Newcastle Music Festival is an annual music festival held in Newcastle. Brilliant locals and inspiring guests from around the world...

Nicolas Altstaedt & Thomas Dunford | Musica Viva Australia | Newcastle

Concert or Performance

15 Aug 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $40.00

In the intricate weave of sounds that make up a baroque ensemble, the lute is central. It's fitting, then, that...

Brett Blake – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

30 Jul 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $35.00

In 2002 Brett Blake was charged with inciting a riot, disorderly conduct and assaulting a public officer. Is he guilty?...

Manhattan Short Film Festival

Concert or Performance

2 Oct 2026

Distance from: 3.9 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...

Newcastle Comedy Club Showcase

Concert or Performance

27 Mar 2026 to 2 Jul 2027

Distance from: 8.1 kms | Price from: $39.00

The Newcastle Comedy Club hosts their Friday and Saturday night showcases in their New York-style comedy club in the heart...

Jayden Marriott: I’m With You, I Always Have Been

Exhibition and Shows

24 Mar 2026 to 19 Apr 2026

Distance from: 6.5 kms | Price from: Free

I'm With You, I Always Have Been presents paintings inspired by the artist's childhood sense of wonder and freedom. Through...

Paul Lewis: Mozart+ | Musica Viva Australia | Newcastle

Concert or Performance

7 Oct 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $40.00

The venue is thrilled to welcome back the inimitable Paul Lewis to the stage. The British concert pianist has received...

And Juliet

Concert or Performance

20 Jun 2026 to 28 Jun 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Olivier Award-winning musical reimagines Shakespeare's most famous heroine, asking: what if Juliet's story didn't end with Romeo? Instead of...

Aled Jones – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

24 Apr 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $69.90

The My Story, My Songs tour takes Aled Jones on a regional journey across Australia and New Zealand, bringing fans...

Leila Josefowicz & John Novacek | Musica Viva Australia | Newcastle

Concert or Performance

17 Jul 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $40.00

Prepare to be kissed by a fairy, haunted by a dream and transformed by music when Leila Josefowicz and John...

Music Trivia at Son Of A Gun Diner

Community Event

30 Mar 2026 to 11 Oct 2027

Distance from: 7.6 kms | Price from: Free

A fun night of games, prizes, trivia, sing a longs and dancing. Featuring music trivia from the past seventy years...

Newcastle Outdoor Adventure & Lifestyle Expo

Exhibition and Shows

28 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026

Distance from: 6.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Adventure starts here ! The Newcastle Outdoor Adventure & Lifestyle Expo is your gateway to the ultimate outdoor experience. Whether...

Lake Mac POP BAM – Pop Culture Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

25 Jul 2026

Distance from: 5.2 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...

Float Your Boat

Festivals and Celebrations

19 Jun 2026 to 20 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.3 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'...

The Olive Tree Market

Markets

4 Apr 2026 to 5 Dec 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: Free

The Olive Tree Market features a curated line-up of over 130 of the best emerging and established artists, designers, makers,...

Newcastle Food Month

Food and Wine

1 Apr 2026 to 30 Apr 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

This is a month-long food festival celebrating the gastronomic playground of Newcastle, New South Wales. For the entire month of...

Tom Gleeson – Out of Touch – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

3 Jul 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $64.90

Tom Gleeson is completely out of touch. Come along to the show and take him down a peg.Tom Gleeson is...

Guy Sebastian 100 Times Around The Sun Tour (Newcastle)

Concert or Performance

16 Apr 2026

Distance from: 6.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

TEG Live proudly presents ARIA Award-winning singer-songwriter Guy Sebastian's 2026 National Tour in celebration of his brand-new album, 100 Times...

Collector Con – Newcastle

Markets

19 Apr 2026

Distance from: 7.1 kms | Price from: $0.00

Ultra excited to be heading to Newcastle for Collector Con! There will be 150+ trading tables at the Newcastle Entertainment...

NEWK – The John Newcombe Story

Concert or Performance

1 Nov 2026

Distance from: 3.9 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)...

Fernleigh 15

Sporting Events

18 Oct 2026

Distance from: 4.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

A recreational running event for serious or novice runners, walkers or wheelchair participants staged on the Fernleigh Track from Adamstown...

Newcastle Jazz Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

28 Aug 2026 to 30 Aug 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Newcastle Jazz Festival has earned an enviable reputation among music fans as a regular annual event and as such attracts...

Superstars: Heroes and Villians

Concert or Performance

27 Mar 2026 to 28 Mar 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

Presented by Stoddart Entertainment GroupThree of Australia's most electrifying voices. One iconic stage. One unforgettable night.Jemma Rix, Chloé Zuel, and...

MACBETH by Come you Spirits

Concert or Performance

27 Jun 2026

Distance from: 3.9 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...

Christmas in July Luncheon Cruise

Festivals and Celebrations

1 Jul 2026 to 30 Jul 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $60.00

Come and experience all the fun and joy of Christmas early this year with Nova Cruises. Escape the cold weather...

High Tea at Roundhouse

Food and Wine

28 Mar 2026 to 27 Jun 2026

Distance from: 9.2 kms | Price from: $0.00

Crystalbrook Kingsley's famous High Tea has had a rooftop glow-up. Saturdays at Roundhouse are now home to a reimagined High...

Ross Noble – Cranium of Curiosities – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

7 May 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It's entirely your...

High Tea on the Harbour – A luxury cruise

Food and Wine

2 May 2026 to 7 Nov 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: $39.00

Treat yourself to a day of elegance and indulgence aboard their beautiful 3-level super-yacht, featuring a delightful High Tea Cruise...

Newcastle Fringe Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

24 Mar 2026 to 29 Mar 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: Not Available

Australia's Biggest Little Fringe Festival is back! Widely considered to be the largest and fastest-growing grass-roots regional arts festival in...

Elton John Experience – Rocketman Flying Solo – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

17 May 2026

Distance from: 6.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Few performers capture the style and spirit of Sir Elton John quite like Greg Andrew. With his uncanny resemblance, commanding...

One Act Play Festival

Concert or Performance

28 Mar 2026

Distance from: 3.5 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Lake Macquarie One Act Play Festival is an annual theatre competition featuring a series of short one-act plays written...

Dark v Dark

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

13 Jun 2026

Distance from: 7.1 kms | Price from: Not Available

The Dark v Dark event by Modus Brewing is a bold and immersive craft beer experience celebrating the deep, rich...

Doric String Quartet and Lloyd Van’t Hoff | Musica Viva Australia | Newcastle

Concert or Performance

23 Jun 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $40.00

Thomas Adès' Alchymia has been hailed as one of the best chamber music compositions of the time. Inspired by the...

Coffee and Claytime Workshop

Classes, Lessons, Workshops and Talks

28 Mar 2026 to 27 Jun 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: $120.00

Coffee and Claytime is an invitation to take a morning for yourself. The session is about slowing down, enjoying a...

Crips & Creeps – Are You Pulling My Leg?

Concert or Performance

6 Jun 2026

Distance from: 3.9 kms | Price from: Not Available

This raucous accessible comedy event boasts a line-up of award-winning performers with entertaining and uncensored insights into disability.Showcasing some of...

True Vintage Markets

Markets

2 May 2026 to 7 Nov 2026

Distance from: 5.1 kms | Price from: Free

Vintage, antiques, collectables, and cool stuff!Explore through hundreds of true vintage items, discover elusive collectables, be amazed at past craftsmanship...

Hunter Disability Expo

Community Event

8 May 2026 to 9 May 2026

Distance from: 6.4 kms | Price from: Free

The Hunter Disability Expo brings together a wide range of product and service providers to help people with disability live...

First Class

Community Event

24 Mar 2026 to 19 Apr 2026

Distance from: 6.5 kms | Price from: Free

Now in its 18th year, the Museum of Art and Culture, yapang proudly presents First Class 25, continuing its commitment...

Christmas Luncheon Cruise

Festivals and Celebrations

18 Nov 2026 to 24 Dec 2026

Distance from: 9.1 kms | Price from: $60.00

Come and experience all the fun and joy of Christmas early this year with Nova Cruises. Escape the cold weather...

Fashion Thrift Society Newcastle

Markets

28 Jun 2026

Distance from: 6.4 kms | Price from: $0.00

Fashion Thrift Society (FTS) is more than just a marketplace, it's a revolution. Spanning two countries and 21 cities in...

Lake Mac Action Festival

Concert or Performance

17 Oct 2026 to 18 Oct 2026

Distance from: 6.0 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...

SONIDO Andean & Latin American Roots

Concert or Performance

24 Oct 2026

Distance from: 3.5 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...

Grand Masters of Comedy on the Harbour

Concert or Performance

18 Apr 2026 to 23 May 2026

Distance from: 9.8 kms | Price from: $57.00

Comedy Cruise on Newcastle Harbour – Laugh Out Loud on the Water!Experience an unforgettable night filled with laughter, entertainment, and...

Lake Macquarie Dobell Festival

Festivals and Celebrations

1 Jun 2026

Distance from: 7.0 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...

PBR Monster Energy Tour – Origin I – Newcastle

Sporting Events

30 May 2026

Distance from: 6.4 kms | Price from: Not Available

Get ready for the ultimate showdown. The Professional Bull Riders Monster Energy Tour brings the most fierce rivalry in Australian...

The Dolly Show – Newcastle

Concert or Performance

26 Mar 2026

Distance from: 6.3 kms | Price from: Not Available

Kelly O'Brien is the world's number one Dolly Parton tribute.She is endorsed by the Parton family, has worked as Dolly's...

Lake Mac Carols

Concert or Performance

13 Dec 2026

Distance from: 6.0 kms | Price from: Free

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