Things to Do This Weekend in Newcastle with Kids
This weekend in Newcastle, families can make the most of the city's scenic coastline and cultural attractions. The city's revitalised foreshore is perfect for a leisurely walk or bike ride, and the nearby suburbs of Hamilton and Jesmond offer a range of activities this weekend, from farmers' markets to outdoor concerts. With the weather warming up, it's an ideal time to get outdoors and explore the city's hidden gems, such as the scenic views from Fort Scratchley or the beautiful gardens at Blackbutt Reserve. As a local parent, I've found that planning ahead is key to making the most of activities this weekend. By checking the local event calendars and planning your day, you can ensure a fun-filled weekend for the whole family in Newcastle's vibrant neighbourhoods.
Find the best activities this weekend in Newcastle for kids and families. Browse 128 options with reviews, pricing and contact details.
Top Activities This Weekend in Newcastle
- Little Beach - Little Beach is a small north-west-facing beach in Nelson Bay, next to Halifax.
- Shoal Bay Beach - Shoal Bay Beach and Foreshore Reserve is opposite Shoal Bay village.
- Newcastle Museum - Newcastle Museum is in the former Honeysuckle railway workshops and is run by.
- Nobbys Beach - Visit Newcastle describes Nobbys as a favoured swimming beach for family groups.
- Bennetts Beach (Hawks Nest Beach) - Bennetts Beach, also known as Hawks Nest Beach, runs 14.3 km north from Yacaaba.
- Nelson Bay Foreshore Beach - Port Stephens Council recommends the Nelson Bay Foreshore for paddling and.
- Windale Skate Park - A flow skate park in Bahloo Reserve, Windale, which Lake Macquarie City Council.
- Charlestown Skate Park (Chip Bowl) - Known as the Chip Bowl, Charlestown Skate Park has bowls from 1.2 metres to.
- Bathers Way - The Bathers Way is City of Newcastle's 6 km coastal walk from Merewether Ocean.
- Oakvale Wildlife Park - A 25-acre wildlife park and farm at Salt Ash, about 30 minutes' drive from.
- Hunter Wetlands Centre - A community-owned, not-for-profit wetland centre 10 minutes from Newcastle CBD.
- Ninja Parc Newcastle - An indoor obstacle and climbing centre with more than 20 obstacles, including a.
- Thomas H Halton Park Playground - A fenced lakeside playground in Thomas H Halton Park on Bareki Road, upgraded as.
- Warner Park Playground - A fully fenced playground in Warner Park, next to the Lake Mac Centre for.
- Moonshadow-TQC Dolphin Discovery Cruise - A 1.5-hour cruise on Port Stephens looking for the resident bottlenose dolphins.
- Stockton Ferry - The Stockton Ferry is a public ferry run by Newcastle Transport across Newcastle.
- National College of Dance - A Newcastle dance studio and performance training centre teaching ballet.
- PCYC Lake Macquarie Gymnastics - PCYC Lake Macquarie in Windale offers parent-assisted KinderGym for children 18.
- Minmi Hotel - A country-style pub in Minmi with a bar, bistro and beer garden, and a kids.
- Hotel Elermore - A pub in Elermore Vale with a bistro serving lunch and dinner seven days, a.
- Swansea Belmont Surf Life Saving Club Nippers - Swansea Belmont SLSC runs Nippers for children aged 5 to 14 (Under 6 to Under.
- Tomaree Head Summit Walk - A 2.2km return walk in Tomaree National Park to the summit of Tomaree Head, 161m.
- Jewells Tavern - A tavern at 73 Ntaba Road, Jewells, with a Family Bistro, a sports bar and a.
- Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre Warners Bay - A traditional martial arts school operating since 1983, with a Warners Bay.
- Bernie Goodwin Oval Playground - A fenced playground next to Bernie Goodwin Oval on Newcastle Street, Morisset.
- Bar Beach - Bar Beach is a City of Newcastle surf beach with views of the beaches and.
- Lake Macquarie Live Steam Locomotive Society - A volunteer miniature railway club in Edgeworth that opens to the public on the.
- Wallsend Memorial Olympic Swimming Centre - A seasonal outdoor pool run by BlueFit for City of Newcastle.
- Hunter Valley Gardens - Hunter Valley Gardens in Pokolbin is a large display garden with 10 themed.
- Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters - A marine wildlife attraction at Anna Bay with lagoons holding sharks, rays, sea.