What's on in September
Get intouch with what's on this September in the Hunter...
FRIDAY 2 SEPTEMBER
Newcastle Outdoor Adventure & Motoring Expo at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. Get your outdoor adventure started! The Expo will feature over 100 local and national companies. There will be caravans, camper trailers, boating, vehicles, 4×4 and camping accessories, gadgets and a whole lot more. From 2-4 September. For more information visit newexpo.com.au
Cabaret Eclectique: Sizzling September at The Gal, Hamilton. A glitter-soaked, exhilarating journey through the empire of the eclectic; the real and surreal, the frivolous and the vulnerable, and the downright dirty. To book visit www.thegal.com.au
SATURDAY 3 SEPTEMBER
The Australian Beach Boys at Broughtons at the Bay, Nelson Bay. Experience the amazing skill and talent that sounds as close to the original as you can get! Tickets are $35 for just the show or $55 including dinner. To book visit www.broughtonsatthebay.com.au
Urban Wine Walk at multiple venues. The streets and laneways of Newcastle will come alive this Spring as a line-up of the
neighbourhood's best venues transform into an Urban Cellar Door for you to visit on a self-guided trail/choose your own adventure! For more information and to book, visit www.urbanwinewalk.com.au
SUNDAY 4 SEPTEMBER
Thirsty Merc at Huntlee Tavern. Thirsty Merc will be performing a selection of songs from their new album plus all their own hits live on their CELEBRATION 2022 tour! To book tickets visit www.thirstymerc.com
THURSDAY 8 SEPTEMBER
Treasure Island at Hunter Theatre. Year 6-9 students from Hunter School of Performing Arts present Treasure Island. Follow the adventure of young Jim Hawkins as he sets off on a voyage to find the treasure. From 8-10 September. For more information and to book visit www.trybooking.com/889009
Ablaze Documentary Feature Film at The Playhouse, Civic Theatre. The true story of the first Aboriginal filmmaker William Bill Onus. A truly heroic cultural and political figure who revived his peopleʼs culture in the 1940s and ignited a civil rights movement that would, against enormous odds, change the course of history. To book tickets visit www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au
An Evening with John Howard at Rathmines Theatre. Enjoy an evening with John Howard OM AS SSI as he gives his insights on what he sees as the sense of balance that has defined us as a nation and will safeguard our future. To book visit www.lakemac.com.au/Events-directory
FRIDAY 9 SEPTEMBER
Walk With Us at Dixon Park. Join Lifeline Hunter in creating hope through action as you walk to raise awareness, remember those lost to suicide, and unite in a commitment to prevent further deaths by suicide. Register
online at tix.yt/walk2022
Newkulele Festival at City Hall. Over 2 days and 3 nights, the festival will welcome over 75 performances celebrating the world's happiest musical instrument! Enjoy the Friday Night Opening Concert followed by a range of workshops on Saturday and Sunday. From 9-11 September. To book visit www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au
SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER
Seafood & Cider Festival at Stanley Park. Enjoy a day full of the freshest locally caught seafood, tastiest local brews and
entertainment. Feast your way through the huge variety of food and discover your own treasure at artisan market stalls. 10+11 September. For tickets visit www.seafoodandciderfestival.com.au
Building and Renovation Home Show at Steel River Estate, Mayfield West. The perfect event to kick start your next building project! Gather information and advice from over 100 display stands where you can meet local builders and tradespeople. There will also be face painting and a visit from Bob the builder. 10am-4pm. Admission is free. For more information visit www.hia.com.au
SUNDAY 11 SEPTEMBER
Sustainable Futures Festival at Salamander Bay. Check out some eco-friendly wares in the marketplace, enjoy a scoop of fresh gelato, and attend a talk or workshop on sustainable living delivered by industry experts. From 10am – 4pm St Philips Christian College, Salamander Bay. For more information www.ecops.au/sff
The Bloody Long Walk beginning in Belmont. Follow Fernleigh Track along Throsby Creek, Lee Wharf and Honeysuckle Drive then head up to Merewether taking in stunning views of the Pacific Ocean leading to the Yuelarbah Track. For course details and to register visit www.bloodylongwalk.com.au/newcastle
THURSDAY 15 SEPTEMBER
Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase at Warners Bay Theatre, baramayiba. The Showcase will feature some of the Festival’s hottest acts live on stage for an incredible two hours of hard-hitting laughter. To book visit arts.lakemac.com.au
FRIDAY 16 SEPTEMBER
Thrashville at Dashville, Lower Belford. Dashville is rolling out the red carpet for heavy music lovers. The two night bonanza allows you to bask in the full throttle riffage of around 20 hand picked live acts. There will also be skateboarding demos, tattooing and live graffiti art display. 16-17 September. To book visit dashville.com.au/thrashville
SATURDAY 17 SEPTEMBER
End2End Festival at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort, Blaxland Inn, Ben Ean and Drayton’s Family Wines. Indulge your senses and your tastebuds at the End2End festival with amazing food and wine. There are four venues and over 20 wineries involved in the event. Indulge in deep reds, crisp whites, boutique beer and cider, all while you enjoy great live music! For tickets visit www.end2endfestival.com.au
TreX Cross Triathlon at Fingal Bay. An action packed day of off road events for the entire family. Taking in some of the most spectacular coastal, beach and bushland trails this trail run festival is set to delight, challenge and inspire trail runners of all ages and abilities. Register online at atdw.com.au
Monster Trucks & Thrillmasters Extreme at Newcastle Entertainment Centre. Be kept on the edge of your seat with monster trucks, a jet van, stunt acts and a huge fireworks display! To book visit nec.net.au
SUNDAY 18 SEPTEMBER
Creative Kids Concert featuring The Quokkas at Newcastle Conservatorium. Join the fun in the foyer with free face painting and balloon artists before watching high energy five-piece band, The Quokkas, perform. To book visit www.eventbrite.com.au
Chamber Music at the Cathedral: Christ Church Cathedral, 2.30pm. Spring into Chamber Music at the Cathedral with an
optimistic program of chamber music for flute, strings and piano. An energetic pastoral theme ties together a series of works from the Baroque to the 21st century. Adults $20: at StickyTickets and at the door. School students free.
WEDNESDAY 21 SEPTEMBER
Hannah Gadsby at Civic Theatre Newcastle. Hannah is a world class, award winning funny person and she’s bringing her brand new live show, Body of Work, to Newcastle! To book visit www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au
THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER
Van Gogh Alive at Newcastle Foreshore. This exhibition features more than 3,000 high-definition images of the artist's work, projected at a scale that allows visitors to experience the paintings like never before. For more information visit vangoghalive.com.au. From 22 September–23 October. Read more here.
Musica Viva: Avi Avital & Giovanni Sollima at Newcastle City Hall. Take an intriguing musical journey around the Mediterranean, with the brilliant Israeli mandolist Avi Avital and the spectacular Italian cellist Giovanni Sollima as your guides. To book visit www.civictheatrenewcastle.com.au
FRIDAY 23 SEPTEMBER
Nature Trail starting at Warners Bay foreshore or Edwards Park Boolaroo and finishing at Speers Point Park. Go on a treasure hunt adventure on your way to the Living Smart Festival. Follow along on the interactive QR code nature trail and learn all about the fascinating flora and fauna of Lake Mac! From 23-25 September. www.lakemac.com.au/Events-directory
Pride Golf Tournament at Merewether Golf Club. A fun filled day on the greens of Merewether Golf Course for golfers of all abilities. Whether you’re a pro, weekend hacker, social club player or a golfing nut this day is for you. Registration is $100. To book visit newcastlepride.com.au
SATURDAY 24 SEPTEMBER
Crack n Jack Festival at Tanilba Bay. Have a cracker of a night with live music, a cultural expo, traditional smoking ceremony, market stalls, food trucks and plenty of fun for the kids! For tickets visit www.cracknjack.com
Blues and Roots Revival at Dooralong. Featuring two of Australia's premier Blues acts, Ray Beadle Band and PJ O'Brien Band, plus one of Australia's best young talents, Piper Butcher. Go for the day or camp for the night! To book visit www.trybooking.com/923482
High Tea with Wayne Rogers at Iona on Robert. Indulge in hors d’oeuvres on arrival and a delicious High Tea whilst you enjoy an intimate concert with the wonderful Wayne Rogers. 24 + 25 September. To book visit www.trybooking.com/822381
SUNDAY 25 SEPTEMBER
Women Soulful Surf at Caves Beach. Take part in a mini-retreat of surfing, yoga, and good times while you connect with likeminded women! The cost is $195. To book visit www.womensoulfulsurf.com
MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER
“The Problematic Statue – a Brief History of Desecrating Public Monuments” presented by Geoffrey Edwards at Hunter School of the Performing Arts Theatre (enter from Cameron St). 6:30pm. Tickets are $20 (includes refreshments) payable on arrival. Register by e-mailing guests@adfasnewcastle.org.au For more information visit adfasnewcastle.org.au
Spellbound at NEX. Witness levitations, impossible vanishes, and a death-defying escape as illusionist Anthony pushes the
boundaries of reality and distorts your senses. To book visit www.thenex.com.au
WEDNESDAY 28 SEPTEMBER
Jenny’s Place 45th Anniversary Breakfast at NEX. Jenny’s Place has helped tens of thousands of local women and children to escape violence and start new lives. Join them to celebrate their 45th anniversary over breakfast. To book visit events.humanitix.com/jenny-s-place-45th-anniversarybreakfast
FRIDAY 30 SEPTEMBER
Dungog Arts Society Annual 2022 Exhibition at Dungog Arts Society. Submit your entry form and go in the running to win a share of $7050 in prize money across 13 categories, including Junior under 13 years, Youth 13-15 years and 16-18 years. The Gala opening will be held on Friday 30 September with the exhibition open until Sunday 9 October. For more information on how to enter or the exhibition, visit www.dungogartssociety.com.au
