Saturday 31 October 2026 Halloween in Port Stephens 2026 Halloween lands on a Saturday this year, so expect the spooky fun to spill across the whole weekend. Here’s every family-friendly…
Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival returns to Nelson Bay for its 26th year
The 26th Annual Rock ‘n’ Roll Festival brings three dance floors, live bands and three days of free dancing to Wests Nelson Bay from 16 to 18 October 2026.
Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival returns
Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival returns to Lionel Morten Oval Woodchopping at the 2025 festival. Photo supplied by the Karuah Oyster & Timber Festival. Karuah will celebrate its oyster farming…
Small Business Month Gala Dinner
Ideas Don’t Thrive in Isolation: Small Business Month Gala Dinner comes to Nelson Bay Port Stephens’ business community is invited to the NSW Small Business Month Gala Dinner at Nelson…
Meet Arabella Starling, Port Stephens’ Teen Singer-Songwriter
Meet Arabella Starling, Port Stephens’ Teen Singer-Songwriter At just 15, local singer-songwriter Arabella Starling is already making a name for herself well beyond our local stages. Her next show is…
What’s On In Our Backyard: At the Movies
🍿 What’s On In Our Backyard: At the Movies This week’s picks for Port Stephens movie-goers — week of 14 October 2026 Anne Hathaway and Dakota Johnson’s psychological thriller Verity (at both…
Rainy Day? Here’s What to Do Around Port Stephens
Wet weather in Port Stephens? Indoor play, bowling, museums, galleries, swimming and school holiday library sessions to keep the family busy.
What’s On | Port Stephens
Hi! Here’s what’s happening across our Port Stephens backyard from Friday, 16th October to Thursday, 22nd October 2026. With the kids back in the classroom, the weekend belongs to two…
Spring School Holiday Guide
Port Stephens Spring School Holiday Guide 2026 Your Ultimate Family Activity & Adventure Guide in Our Backyard Hi neighbours! Kevin and Angela here. Spring has officially arrived across our beautiful…
jupiter’s Mental Health Gala
A Night of Connection and Support: jupiter’s Mental Health Gala Join jupiter Australia for a beautiful evening of connection, inspiration, and celebration in support of young people’s mental health. The…
Koori Knockout 2026
The NSW Koori Knockout, one of Australia’s biggest First Nations sporting and cultural gatherings, comes to Raymond Terrace on Worimi Country this October long weekend. Hosted by defending champions the Newcastle Yowies, the four-day carnival brings together 172 rugby league teams from across the state, with around 10,000 visitors expected each day.
Flying Fox Lantern Making – Illuminate Raymond Terrace 2026
Leave Your Mark: Help Build the Giant Flying Fox Lantern! Did you know that a giant flying fox lantern is coming to Illuminate this year? The countdown to one of…
Illuminate Raymond Terrace 2026: A Glowing Community Celebration
Illuminate Raymond Terrace 2026: A Glowing Community Celebration Get ready to see Boomerang Park shine! The highly anticipated Illuminate Raymond Terrace 2026 is returning on Saturday, 19th September, promising a…
Birubi Point SLSC Open Day 2026
Make a Splash: Birubi Point SLSC Open Day 2026 Looking to become part of a fantastic surf lifesaving family? Head down to Anna Bay this September for the Birubi Point…
Fingal Beach SLSC Open Day
Flags Up and Doors Open: Fingal Beach SLSC Open Day 2026 Ready to see what surf lifesaving is all about? Head down to Fingal Bay this September for the Fingal…
Community Craft & Aftershave Workshop at The Wood Oven
Handmade for Dad: Free Community Craft & Aftershave Workshop at The Wood Oven Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate Dad while connecting with your local community? Head down to…
Port Stephens Marine Forum 2026
Discover the Hidden Realities of Our Waters: Port Stephens Marine Forum 2026 Our incredible marine backyard is undergoing rapid changes, putting the resilience of local coastal and marine life to…
Port Stephens Community Arts Centre Spring Affair 2026
Celebrate Creativity in Bloom: Port Stephens Community Arts Centre Spring Affair 2026 Welcome the warmer weather with a fantastic day of colour, craft, and creativity at the Port Stephens Community…
Celebrate Dad Waterside at Lemon Jam this Father’s Day!
Celebrate Dad Waterside at Lemon Jam this Father’s Day! Looking for the ultimate way to spoil Dad this Father’s Day without spending a cent? The Tilligerry Community Association Inc. (TCA)…
Tilligerry Community Car Boot Sale
Back by Popular Demand! The Tilligerry Community Car Boot Sale Get ready to hunt for bargains, snag a sizzled snag, and support a fantastic local cause! Back by popular demand,…
