
Upcoming events

Homegrown Markets - Easter Sunday - Speers Point Park
Homegrown Markets annual “Lake Mac Easter Sunday Market” including a special visit from THE Easter bunny!
Handmade & design market / street food / live music / face painting / onsite car park / gourmet produce & more!!

Wollombi Easter Market
The Wollombi School Community Centre is proud and excited to coordinate the Wollombi Easter Market on Easter Monday, April the 21st, 2025, in the Cattle Sales Yard paddock in the village of Wollombi.
Fresh Local Produce
Books
Handmade Crafts
Plants
Collectables
Clothing
Jumping Castle
Face Painting
Live Music
Food Trucks
And Lots More!

Spirals at 4WD Supacentre Newcastle - Heatherbrae
Come grab a Spiral at 4WD Supacentre Newcastle - Heatherbrae and do some shopping.
Thursday 20th February
4pm - 7pm
Shop 2/2364 Pacific Hwy, Heatherbrae
Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.

Stroud Show
One of the top 20 Agricultural Shows in NSW, the 2025 Stroud Show has forged ahead, now extending to a three day format and offering Show goers an even bigger, better and brighter program.
Gates open on Friday 25th April to Sunday 27th April, where once again the Stroud Showground will become the hub for agriculture, eccentric contests and most of all, community spirit.
For 104 years, the Stroud Show has showcased the rich livestock, products and produce from the Stroud region and beyond. In 2025, visitors will experience three days of family fun with an array of entertainment, arts, craft, food, traditional produce displays as well as cattle, horse and dog shows to enjoy.

The Marina Market - Easter Saturday
The Marina Market’s special Easter event
Heaps of yum street food
Local-made retail
Live music
Face painting
Gourmet produce

Homegrown Markets - Good Friday - Rowlands Park
Homegrown Markets second annual Good Friday Twilight at Rowlands Park at The Junction, Merewether
We’ll be bringing a lineup of fab handmade & design stalls, yummy street food, live tunes & entertainment

Little Treasures Childcare Greta Easter Hat Parade & Markets
Come along for a fun Easter Hat Parade & Local Markets.
Come on down for some hot food, live music and some amazing local stalls.
Get in and grab something for Easter for the whole family
We look forward to seeing you there!


Spirals at Holmesville
Grab a Spiral at Holmesville near the Skate Park on Appletree Rd, Wednesday 9th April 3pm - 7pm.
All Spiral Spuds are gluten free & vegetarian with vegan seasoning available. Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each spiral is $6

Homegrown Markets - Speers Point Park
Lake Mac’s largest handmade & design market ~ The perfect place to shop local-made with a huge lineup of makers
Homegrown Markets curate a lineup of quality handmade & design stalls from across the Hunter region in one stunning lakeside location
This event is Sun 6th April from 10am-2pm
Lots of on-site & surrounding parking, a large playground, heaps of yummy street food, coffee, kids entertainment & more!

Spirals at Woodberry
Grab a Spiral at Woodberry Shops 12pm - 4pm, Saturday 5th April.
Spiral Spuds are gluten free & vegetarian with vegan seasoning available. Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each spiral is $6

Spirals at Cardiff
Grab a Spiral Thursday April 3rd, 3pm - 7pm at Myall Rd, Cardiff. Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.

Emporium Market
Emporium Market is your destination for local creativity and delicious bites. Every market features a unique mix of talented artists, makers, snacks and food vendors, so there's always something new to uncover.
Getting here is easy – we're right at the Civic light rail stop, making it simple to drop in for a snack, a chat, or a browse.
Parking – Wright Lane Public Car Park is just a short stroll away for your convenience.
Our markets goal – We focus solely on creators, from newcomers launching their first collection to seasoned artists perfecting their craft. Many of the vendors you’ll meet are just starting their journey, so you might be discovering their work before anyone else.
Support our region’s incredible creators, and enjoy a fun and vibrant atmosphere. Our market is a place to connect with creatives, share stories, and be inspired by the people and passion behind the products.
So whether you're shopping, snacking, or simply soaking up the vibes, we can’t wait to see you there!

Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival
Welcome to Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival
The annual Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival is all about Rock n Roll, Classic Cars, Hot rods, Fashion, Music, Dancing and everything good about the 50’s and 60’s. The weekend usually attracts large crowds of people from all over Australia to join in the atmosphere as the town centre is transformed into all the glory of a bygone 50’s and 60’s era.
There’s a classic car and hot rod ‘Show and Shine’, a huge range of quality retro market stalls and food vans, lots of free entertainment, rock n roll dance demonstrations, main stage performances, feature bands, fashion parades, best dressed competitions, side show alley and much more. Plus nightly events with lots of great ‘rock n roll’ and ‘rockabilly’ dances at local venues. The festival is free to enter and tickets to indoor shows may be purchased online or through the Kurri Kurri Visitor Information Centre.

Twilight Fridays at MAP Mima
Get ready for Twilights Fridays at MAP mima! This exciting series kicks off on 18 October 2024, bringing a lively lineup of curated events that celebrate local talent and make art accessible to everyone.
Experience an electric atmosphere filled with diverse cultural experiences, featuring a rotating calendar of activities like Beats and Eats, Cinema in the Cube, and Art After Hours.
Join us Friday evenings from 5-8pm until 11 April 2025, for unforgettable evenings of fun and creativity for everyone. Don’t miss out—come and be part of the excitement!
Check out the website for what's on each month.

Emporium Market
Emporium Market is your destination for local creativity and delicious bites. Every market features a unique mix of talented artists, makers, snacks and food vendors, so there's always something new to uncover.
Getting here is easy – we're right at the Civic light rail stop, making it simple to drop in for a snack, a chat, or a browse.
Parking – Wright Lane Public Car Park is just a short stroll away for your convenience.
Our markets goal – We focus solely on creators, from newcomers launching their first collection to seasoned artists perfecting their craft. Many of the vendors you’ll meet are just starting their journey, so you might be discovering their work before anyone else.
Support our region’s incredible creators, and enjoy a fun and vibrant atmosphere. Our market is a place to connect with creatives, share stories, and be inspired by the people and passion behind the products.
So whether you're shopping, snacking, or simply soaking up the vibes, we can’t wait to see you there!

Spirals at 4WD Supacentre Newcastle - Heatherbrae
Come grab a Spiral at 4WD Supacentre Newcastle - Heatherbrae and do some shopping.
Thursday 27th March
4pm - 7pm
Shop 2/2364 Pacific Hwy, Heatherbrae
Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.

Spirals at Warners Bay
Grab a Spiral at Warners Bay Carpark on the Esplanade, near James St, Wednesday 26th March 3pm - 7pm.
Spiral Spuds are gluten free & vegetarian with vegan seasoning available. Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each spiral is $6 🔥🥔

Made & Found Markets
Made & Found‘s is Redhead’s hand(MADE) & preloved (FOUND) market returns for 2025!
Shop rows of local-made goods, thrift some EPIC preloved wardrobes, rummage for some vintage treasures, enjoy a street food brunch/lunch, relax to live tunes, soak up the community magic it’s the peeeeerfect way to spend a Sunday
Webb Park (parking at Redhead Beach)

Spirals at Cardiff
Grab a Spiral Saturday March 22nd, 10am - 2pm at Myall Rd, Cardiff.
Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.

Music in the Podium
Komiti has been an entertainer his whole life. He grew up singing in church which gave him the gift to sing and express his voice in public. His musical style of popular RnB, originates from influences of Boyz II Men and Michael Jackson. He has performed in Star Struck and Australian idol as a soloist.
Brett has been playing drums for the best part of 30 years! Drums has been in his blood from an early age, playing in rock bands through school to the current day. Influences from John Bonham, Phil Rudd and Dave Grohl. Now taking a new path of playing Cajón, and percussion.
Chuck is a self taught guitarist, that has played in rock bands for 10 years. Starting off in his home town of Gunnedah and then moving to experience the Newcastle music scene. Heavily influenced by The Red Hot Chili Peppers and Metallica, but now challenging himself in the the genre of acoustic pop and RnB!
Tre Soul is an acoustic trio, putting an RnB Soul twist on modern day pop and classic hits. The sounds of acoustic guitar backed by solid percussion from Chuck and Brett, compliments the explosive energy and raw talent from front man Komiti.

Spirals at Eleebana
Grab a Spiral at Thomas H Halton Park Thursday 20th March 3pm - 7pm. Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.
This lakeside playground is located in Thomas H Halton Park on Bareki Road, close to a range of amenities.
The playground was recently upgraded, as part of the overall park upgrade. The fenced-playground features:
A toddler play area
Pirate ship climbing structure
Giant Nest swing
Natural play elements
Small water play area
Slides
Inclusive play elements such as an all access carousel
Sensory garden and more.

Homegrown Markets - The Junction
Homegrown Markets returns to Rowlands Park at The Junction, Merewether for our first market of 2025!
We’ll be bringing a lineup of fab handmade & design stalls, yummy street food, live tunes & entertainment

Warners Bay Markets
Who's up for a great market experience?
Our traders are ready to supply you with everything from Fashion, homewares, toys, plants and of our fabulous street food!

Friday Chill by Soul Hub Newcastle
Get ready to kick off your weekend in the best way possible – Soul Hub's Friday Chill is back in 2025, and it’s going to be epic!
Between 10th January and 28th March, come chill with us every Friday evening at 6:30pm in Pacific Park Newcastle for an awesome night of fun, free music, and good times.
Here’s what we’ve got lined up for you on 14th February:
Awesome live tunes from local favourites, MacReid.
Delicious eats from The Dog House Grill, Newy Spiral Spuds, and Jimmy’s Ice Cream.
Face painting fun thanks to Sparkle Cove.
So, grab your friends and family, pack a picnic rug or chairs, and come chill with Soul. It’s free and everyone’s welcome!
Special thanks to our 2025 Friday Chill sponsors: Presence Real Estate and Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group

Spirals at Woodberry
Grab a Spiral at Woodberry Shops 3pm - 7pm, Thursday 13th February 2025.
All Spiral Spuds are gluten free & vegetarian with vegan seasoning available. Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each spiral is $6

Camp Quality Convoy Newcastle Family Festival
Head down to Camp Quality Convoy Newcastle on Sunday 9 March at Maitland Showground and enjoy a FREE Family Festival from 10.30am-2.30pm, where you can cheer on over 150 trucks as they cross the finish line and check them out up close at the ‘Show and Shine’.
The festival will be packed with entertainment, experiences and catering for kids and adults alike; including food trucks, rides, photo booths, face painting, roving entertainment by the Camp Quality Puppets, Emergency Services Displays, live music, fundraising awards to recognise the amazing efforts of those involved and of course the opportunity to check out all the fancy, sparkly trucks!
Funds raised will help Camp Quality bring positivity, fun and laughter back into the lives of kids facing cancer.

Homegrown Markets - The Station, Newcastle
Homegrown Markets returns to The Station, Newcastle on Sat 8th March
We’ll be bringing a lineup of fab handmade & design stalls, yummy street food, live tunes & entertainment

Spirals at Holmesville
Grab a Spiral at Holmesville near the Skate Park on Appletree Rd, Friday 7th March, 3pm - 7pm.
All Spiral Spuds are gluten free & vegetarian with vegan seasoning available. Coeliac Australia Accredited.
Each spiral is $6

Spirals at Cardiff
Grab a Spiral Thursday March 6th, 3pm - 7pm at Myall Rd, Cardiff. Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.

The Newcastle Show
Get ready to be amazed as the Newcastle Show 2025 is set to redefine the event experience!
This exponential growth creates unparalleled opportunities for sponsors to connect with a wider, more engaged audience. By combining innovation, entertainment, and community spirit, we’re delivering an event that stands out from the crowd.
With attractions like the Hall of Inventions, Innovations, and Creations, and the interactive robot mascot ASTRO, we’re creating a truly unforgettable experience. We invite you to be part of this extraordinary journey.

Emporium Market
Emporium Market is your destination for local creativity and delicious bites. Every market features a unique mix of talented artists, makers, snacks and food vendors, so there's always something new to uncover.
Getting here is easy – we're right at the Civic light rail stop, making it simple to drop in for a snack, a chat, or a browse.
Parking – Wright Lane Public Car Park is just a short stroll away for your convenience.
Our markets goal – We focus solely on creators, from newcomers launching their first collection to seasoned artists perfecting their craft. Many of the vendors you’ll meet are just starting their journey, so you might be discovering their work before anyone else.
Support our region’s incredible creators, and enjoy a fun and vibrant atmosphere. Our market is a place to connect with creatives, share stories, and be inspired by the people and passion behind the products.
So whether you're shopping, snacking, or simply soaking up the vibes, we can’t wait to see you there!

Spirals at Cardiff
Grab a Spiral Sunday 23rd February 10am - 2pm at Myall Rd, Cardiff. Spiral Spuds are gluten free and vegetarian with vegan seasoning available, Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each Spiral is $6.

Spirals at Woodberry
Grab a Spiral at Woodberry Shops 10am - 2pm, Saturday 22nd February. Spiral Spuds are gluten free & vegetarian with vegan seasoning available. Coeliac Australia Accredited. Each spiral is $6