Another week, another chance to get out and actually do something. Whether you're keen to try a new restaurant, catch a comedy show, hit up a workshop, check out an exhibition, or just shake up the usual routine, there's always something happening around Newcastle and the Hunter.

We've rounded up the week's best events and activities so you don't have to trawl through endless socials to find them.

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Down the Park – Foreshore Park Tram Sheds, Newcastle | 20 November 4pm – 7pm
A free youth event with live music, skate comps, art workshops, and family fun featuring Charlie Farmer and Trophy Wyfe. More info.

Digitales: Storytime & Art – MAP mima, Speers Point | 20 November & 11 December 10am
Enjoy storytime on the big screen followed by hands-on art and shadow play for children aged 2–5. Free entry.

Flo’s Day Charity Fun Day – Club Lambton, 51 Karoola Rd, Lambton | 23 November 10am – 3pm
A family fundraising day for childhood cancer research featuring live music, stalls, raffles, and kids’ activities. More info.

Maitland Brickfest – Maitland High School, East Maitland | 23 November 10am – 4pm
A LEGO fan event with 80+ displays, shopping stalls, and family fun. Adults $10, Family $35. More info.

Hunter Drama Presents Fragments – Civic Playhouse, Newcastle | 23 November 7pm
A moving showcase of interwoven stories exploring connection, memory, and human fragility. Tickets $39.

Music of the Guns – Fort Scratchley, Newcastle | 22 November 6pm – 8pm
Enjoy a night of live music from the Australian Army Band and local performers, ending with a spectacular cannon finale. More info.

Santa’s Tea Party – Charlestown Square | 22–23 November 8:30am – 9:30am
A whimsical twist on Santa’s Breakfast featuring themed entertainment and treats. Bookings essential. More info.

Family Fun Day Sundays – Kahibah Sports Club, 63 Kenibea Avenue, Kahibah | 23 November from 12pm
Enjoy free kids’ activities, mini golf, open green space, and soccer nets for the little ones — the perfect relaxed family Sunday.

Chamber Club – The Underground, The Grand Hotel, 32 Church St, Newcastle | 19 November 7:30pm – 11pm
An immersive cabaret evening by Bizarre Haus Entertainment featuring world-class burlesque, live performance, and indulgent atmosphere. Tickets $65.

Lenny Kravitz: Blue Electric Light Tour – Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Broadmeadow | 19 November
The four-time GRAMMY® Award winner brings his global tour to Newcastle for one night only. Expect an electrifying mix of classic hits and new anthems. More info.

DNA – Civic Playhouse, Newcastle | 20–22 November 2pm & 7pm
Hunter Drama presents DNA by Dennis Kelly — a gripping teen thriller exploring guilt, loyalty, and morality. Tickets $39.

Here You Come Again – Civic Theatre, Newcastle | 20–23 November
The hit Dolly Parton musical featuring all her greatest hits and plenty of rhinestones. Starring Tricia Paoluccio and Dash Kruck. More info.

Julbord Nordic Christmas Dinner – Signal Box, 155 Wharf Rd, Newcastle | 20 November 6pm
A Nordic-style festive dining experience presented by Pappa Sven and The Signal Box. Tickets $110.

The Imperfects - Newcastle Entertainment Centre | 21 November, 6:30pm
With over 8 million downloads, The Imperfects Podcast has become one of Australia's most popular. Now hosts Hugh van Cuylenburg, Josh van Cuylenburg and Ryan Shelton are taking The Imperfects live! More info.

Rewind 2000s Dance Party – The Exchange, 125 Denison St, Hamilton | 21 November from 8pm
Throw it back to the glory days of Myspace and flip phones at this free night of nostalgic bangers. More info.

Mixed-Media Assemblage Workshops – MAC yapang, Booragul | Fridays 21 & 28 November, 5 & 12 December
A four-week series exploring creative assemblage using recycled materials with artist Emma Florence May. Tickets $80+bf.

Crafted Beer Festival – Camp Shortland, Newcastle Foreshore | 22 November
Newy’s biggest beachside beer bash returns with 25+ breweries, 250+ brews, food trucks, and live music. More info.

Wabi Sabi Gallery: Little Treasures – 501 Glebe Rd, Adamstown | 22–23 November 10am – 4pm
Explore small works by 15+ artists celebrating the beauty of detail in this local art exhibition.

Newcastle & Hunter Jigsaw Puzzle Buy Swap & Sell – Toronto Multi Purpose Centre | 22 November 9.30am – 12.30pm
This non profit event is held every 3 months and offers hundreds of preloved and new jigsaw puzzles for sale or swap. As the final event for 2025, there will be plenty of puzzles, raffle prizes (tickets $2 or 3 for $5), a Lucky Door prize, and light refreshments for a gold coin donation. Proceeds are donated to charity. More info.