Go Karts Go is an amusement park with go-karts, a shop, and video games. All members of the family, from three to 90 years, can have a fun time. The tracks are fully controlled and supervised with safety the key factor.
Go Karts Go has the biggest four-stroke outdoor go-kart track and the fastest four-stroke karts in the whole of Newcastle, and after recent extensions, they are now one of the longest Hire kart tracks in NSW.
Join Go Karts Go for a fun and exciting drive in their Go Karts and experience the thrill of race driving.
Come and experience the culinary delights of the Hunter Valley at Newcastle City Farmers Market every Sunday at the Newcastle Showground and Entertainment Centre.
A bustling Mecca for foodies, families and visitors alike, the Newcastle City Farmers Market is a local institution showcasing a community of local farmers growing the freshest seasonal produce with artisanal delights from many other talented producers.
If you are hungry the market boasts exceptional artisan food goods from around the "Globe" perfect for breakfast, brunch or lunch along with entertainment in the food court.
Plenty of seating in the parkland setting for you to take a break and relax.
Little Sprouts play centre provides "back to basics play" for the little ones.
Should you run out of money there are ATM's onsite for your convenience.
Newcastle award winning brewery, 300 metres from the stadium. Live music, great food and beverages at affordable prices.
They host music, comedy, trivia and other forms of entertainment regularly.
They also distill and sell spirits and manufacture a large range of beverages.
Come and try their slushies, you will be blown away by the range and quality.
Rippit Golf is Newcastle's home for year-round golfing, offering state-of-the-art simulator bays, a premium driving range, and fun for all skill levels. Whether you're refining your swing, competing with mates, or just having a hit, Rippit Golf provides the ultimate indoor and outdoor golf experience.
Rippit Golf also has a Sports Bar and is the premier golf sports bar that Newcastle visitors choose to relax and enjoy. Whether unwinding after a round of golf or catching a live game, our Newcastle sports bar offers mouthwatering bites, refreshing beverages, and a lively atmosphere. With multiple screens showing all your favourite sports, there's always something to cheer for.
Join us at the best sports bar Newcastle has to offer—where good company, great food, and unforgettable moments meet.
Visit Rippit Sports Bar Newcastle today and elevate your game day experience!
Newcastle Entertainment Centre hosts the very best local, national and international events in a market that is continually growing and very supportive. It is the premier regional venue with the sixth largest market in Australia.
The Newcastle Entertainment Centre services a population base in excess of one million patrons. From Coffs Harbour in the north, west to Armidale and Moree as well as the Central Coast of New South Wales. It is located six minutes from the centre of Newcastle within the Newcastle Showground.
From concerts, family and sporting events the Newcastle Entertainment Centre hosts them all! The Centre has a variable capacity from an intimate theatre mode of 1,500 to a full general admission mode of 7,528 using curtaining, portable seating, bleaches and moving the stage to suit your needs.
The Centre hosts concerts and comedy performances such as Michael Bublé and Jimmy Carr, sporting events including International Netball and Boxing and family events including Disney On Ice and Starstruck.
Blackbutt Reserve occupies approximately 182 hectares of land, six kilometres from Newcastle city centre. It offers visitors many opportunities to link recreational activities and environmental education with conservation and research programs.
Blackbutt Reserve is an undulating natural environment consisting of peaceful picnic settings with electric barbecues, open spaces, nature trails, and a diverse range of habitats and ecosystems. It also features wildlife exhibits that are modern, and spacious and allows close viewing of the animals, including koalas, wombats, native birds, emus and kangaroos.
There is a range of wildlife feeding and reptile shows at Blackbutt Reserve, please check the website for the most up-to-date information.
Visit the newly constructed cafe for a coffee amongst the trees.
The Creator Incubator (TCI) is a lively creative hub housing 52 resident artists, designers, makers, and thinkers, from emerging to those of national reputation, and was founded in 2017 by artist and Director Braddon Snape.
TCI is a proud leader in the Newcastle and Hunter Arts community, aiming to foster growth, development, and promotion of not only the artists under its roof but also aims to contribute to the promotion of the wider region's artists to help build a sustainable cultural landscape.
They offer two professional quality exhibition spaces to showcase the work of both resident and visiting artists.
Come by to visit and experience a phenomenal creative destination - a leader within the local hunter arts community, supporting artists' professional development and livelihood.
Whilst here observe the artists' studios, visit The Gallery spaces, talk with the artists, and immerse yourself within the marvellously multifarious arts destination that is TCI.
Westfield Kotara is Newcastle's premier shopping, dining, and lifestyle destination. Home to over 200 stores, it offers a mix of leading fashion, beauty, and homeware brands alongside a dynamic dining precinct. The Rooftop features a curated selection of restaurants and entertainment, creating the perfect spot to unwind. Whether you're browsing flagship retailers, indulging in gourmet eats, or enjoying family-friendly experiences, Westfield Kotara is where style, flavour, and community come together.
The Stag and Hunter Hotel is a unique original live music venue featuring both Local, Touring and International acts of a wide range of genres. Located in the suburb of Mayfield in Newcastles old industrial heartland The Stag and Hunter is a must when visiting the region.
The venue boasts an amazing restaurant, offering all of the your favourite pub classics. All made in house. The bar is uniquely Mayfield with remnants of the old BHP era on display throughout the venue.
This exhibition features work by Hunter based emerging artists across ceramics, sculpture, painting, photography, and experimental practice. The Hunter Emerging Art Prize 2026 (HEAP) is the leading art prize for emerging artists in the Hunter.
This year acknowledges 25 years of HEAP and this year they have a New Disability Inclusion Section Prize which is supported by the Lee Family in memory of Fina Lee.
This prize is not possible without the support of the following amazing sponsors Maclean's Booksellers, Pettigrew, Wilton, Lemke Stewart, Stevens Conveyancing , This is Not Art, HIC Services, Clay Room, BJs Workwear, Bevan Leach Physiotherapy, theLee Family in Memory of Fina Lee, the Squires Family in Memory of Jody Robinson and Newcastle Art Space
Newcastle Art Space is the leading venue for emerging artists in the Hunter Region.
They have a changing exhibition program featuring established and emerging artists across a range of fields, painting, ceramic, installation, sculpture and more. The art space includes an accessible gallery space and more than 20 artist studios.
They are located in O Block on the southern side of the Newcastle TAFE Campus. In the same building is their arts neighbour The Clay Room Tighes Hill.
They are a creative hub, which includes opportunities for artists such as arts mentorship, residencies, workshops, exhibitions, and prizes.
There is on-site parking or they are not far from Hamilton Station.
Newcastle Comedy Club is an intimate, New York-style venue nestled in the heart of Newcastle. Every week, it plays host to a vibrant lineup of comedy showcases, spotlighting local talent from the Newcastle region as well as special guest performers from Sydney, Melbourne, and beyond. The club also welcomes solo comedians who present their own one-hour shows while touring. With a history of attracting major names in Australian comedy, including Wil Anderson and Tom Gleeson, Newcastle Comedy Club promises top-tier entertainment and an unforgettable night out. It's the go-to destination for the hottest comedy shows in town.
The Hunter Wetlands Centre is a conservation sanctuary, with over 200 wildlife species identified as visiting the site. Located on 45 hectares of internationally significant wetlands under the Ramsar agreement, it is the perfect nature-based tourism destination to explore, discover and relax and is only 13 kilometres from Newcastle's central business district, in the Hunter Region of New South Wales.
The Hunter Wetlands Centre offers a range of activities for people of all ages ranging from wildlife, walking trails and guided tours, canoeing, dip netting, bird watching and feeding talks, events, children's discovery playground, school holiday programs and much more. There is also an Animal House and an Arts Space which has a new exhibition every month.
The Hunter Wetlands Centre is a self-funded community-owned, not-for-profit charity.
Loobylou is driven by a love of candles and inspired by the connection between emotion and fragrance. They believe in treading gently on the earth, hand-crafting natural products of the highest quality. They celebrate the artistry and originality of candle making.
Loobylou was conceived during the life-affirming cancer journey of their founder Kere M Baker. Kere is motivated by what she is putting out there, both to the outside world and her inner world. Sharing her love of fragrance and candle making is Kere's contribution to making the world a little brighter.
Pseudonym gallery and creative space is where creative worlds collide; the mothership if you will.
‘Pseudonym’ was born of a desire to redirect the conversation back to art, back to contemplation and connection. As a society many have gotten so caught up in the hype, the marketing, branding, followers, statistics, likes and the blue ticks; it can feel the real story of the work is often becoming lost among the noise. At Pseudonym. gallery and creative space, the art is the real story, and connection is the end goal.
They aim to create an immersive and well-curated experience - but they want your work to introduce itself first.
Newcastle's sports entertainment scene has welcomed a new addition, with X-Golf Newcastle bringing world-class indoor golf and hospitality to Tighes Hill. Featuring advanced golf simulators, social play, coaching, food and drinks, the venue blends sport, technology and socialising into one premium experience. Whether you're a serious golfer sharpening your game, planning a corporate event or are simply chasing a fun night out with friends, X-Golf Newcastle offers an all-weather destination for every skill level. Located just minutes from the Newcastle CBD, the venue combines the energy of a sports bar with the excitement of virtual golf entertainment.
Glenrock State Conservation Area provides excellent opportunities for mountain bike riding. With 14 kilometres of purpose-built bike trails and 20 kilometres of linked management trails in the northern section of the park, allow a day to explore the area. The mountain bike tracks will take you on a windy ride through open forest and woodlands and, in combination with the trail network, provide access to Burwood Beach, Leichhardt’s lookout and the waterfalls.
The trails are graded – green circle for beginners, blue square for intermediate and black diamond for advanced, so there is bound to be one that suits your level. Biking trails are all signed, so if you can’t see a sign it means that riding is not permitted.
Large bike maps are installed at major entrances.
Grounded By Designs is a ceramic studio and workshops space in Carrington, Newcastle, offering a welcoming space to slow down, get creative and connect through clay. Nestled inside MOA & co, a conscious marketplace, the studio invites visitors to experience handmade ceramics through guided workshops and relaxed, self-directed studio sessions.
Founded by local artist Myf Garven, Grounded By Designs celebrates sustainability, intentional craftsmanship and the everyday ritual of making. Join A Claytime Workshop to hand-build your own piece, or drop in for a casual Play with Clay session, there's something to suit every skill level and interest.
You can also explore Paint Your Piece, choosing a handmade bisque-fired piece to decorate with your own design, or Present Hands, a mindfulness and clay workshop held with BronTee Meditation. No two visits are the same, and each offering brings its own way into the studio.
Throughout the year, we also host Grounded Gatherings, seasonal after-hours events with local businesses, bringing people together to paint, sip and share something different. All offerings focus on creativity without the pressure of perfection, making Grounded By Designs a fit for locals, visitors and small group gatherings alike.
Whether you're after a mindful solo session or planning a celebration, Grounded By Designs offers something hands-on, grounded in community and made to be enjoyed.
Located between Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, Glenrock State Conservation Area offers an astounding array of recreational opportunities.
Glenrock embraces the last surviving pocket of coastal rainforest in the region, home to a range of animals, like bandicoots, bats and gliders. So remember to leave your pets at home. The park also protects a number of ancient Aboriginal sites.
One of the city's most popular beaches lies within the park's boundaries, but there is much more here than sand and surf. Take your mountain bike and explore the scenic cycling trails, walk the rainforest and waterfall tracks, launch a hang glider off the cliffs or enjoy a spot of fishing.
Part of the Great North walk that stretches 250 kilometres from Newcastle to Sydney, the Yuelarbah walking track is one of the highlights of Glenrock State Conservation Area.
Commencing at the wheelchair accessible raised boardwalk, the scenic track leads you along Flaggy Creek, through wet gullies and coastal rainforest, and if that's not enough, you'll pass two waterfalls before finishing at Glenrock Beach.
About halfway along you’ll find Leichhardt’s lookout which offers excellent views over Glenrock Lagoon. It’s a great option for a day walk, and be sure you take a picnic lunch with you; there are a few great spots to stop for a break along the walk, including the picnic area at Flaggy Creek and the beach or headlands of Glenrock Beach.
Miss Porter's House Museum is a Newcastle treasure. Take a step back into history in the heart of the city.
Visitors of all ages can explore Porter family stories and discover the secrets of an Edwardian home. You can chat with friendly, knowledgeable guides or take a self-directed tour.
Enjoy the Porters' stencilled ceilings, period garden, historic fernery, furniture, handicrafts and a century of household items. Visitors have described the museum as one of Newcastle's little jewels and a wonderful social history resource.
Built by Herbert Porter in 1909, the family lived in their terrace home until 1997. It was then bequeathed to the National Trust and survives with its contents intact as a living snapshot of life in twentieth-century Newcastle.
Explore on an Open Day, book a special school or group tour or take a guided walk around the Porters' neighbourhood.
For that special friend or colleague, why not truly savour the Edwardian ambience and indulge in a morning or afternoon tea and tour?
Make Miss Porter's House Museum part of your visit to Newcastle while enjoying breathtaking beaches, a working harbour, plus cultural, culinary and architectural delights.
Bernie's Bar Newcastle is a sassy and vibrant queer bar in the heart of Newcastle city. It offers an electric atmosphere, fabulous cocktails, and a huge range of events- from trivia, market days, and movie screenings during the week, and a nightclub every Friday and Saturday night!
With friendly staff and a lively vibe, Bernie's Bar guarantees an unforgettable night of laughter and endless good times.
A unique Nordic Lifestyle store located in Newcastle. They import the largest range of authentic Nordic designed products and host many Nordic inspired events throughout the year.
Pappa Sven was born after the owners, Matt and Libby Helinski, sent a year living in the very North of Sweden and wanted to share this experience with the Newcastle community.
It is a truly unique shopping environment where you can sit and have a coffee and a chat while being surrounded by iconic Nordic pieces.
Newcastle, are you ready to putt your stuff? Holey Moley is the craziest round of mini-golf you’ve ever played!
They’re a mini golf course and bar that brings fun to a new level. With two different nine-hole courses to choose from, you’ll putt your stuff around 18 uniquely themed holes.
After you have worked up a thirst, settle in at their Caddyshack bar. With drinks, cocktails, tunes and great grub on offer, The Caddyshack will take care of all their off-the-green needs.
