Our favourite (free) things to do in the Hunter and Central Coast

21 Dec 2022

To celebrate summer, here's the pick of our favourite (free) things to do in the Hunter and Central Coast during school holidays. We're thrilled to have played a part in delivering these fantastic community outcomes - and there's more to come!

Happy holidays!

 

Walk, ride, roll along Honeysuckle's promenade

11km of beautiful uninterrupted waterfront connecting Wickham to Merewether Beach.

Cyclists riding along Honeysuckle waterfront
 
Honeysuckle Park, Newcastle

 

Picnic at Mount Penang Gardens

The Central Coast gardens are open every day in the school holidays (except Christmas and New Year's days) - and entry is free!

 

Browse, scoot and play at The Station

Newcastle's most unique pop-up destination with a kids corner, shops and pop-up events.  

 

Play in Honeysuckle Park

The maritime-inspired play space with shelters, BBQ's and a stunning view of Newcastle Harbour.

Honeysuckle Park, Newcastle
 
Honeysuckle Park, Newcastle

 

Discover Gosford's waterfront park

In the heart of the CBD, Leagues Club Park has 'wild play' areas, BBQs and lots of green space for play.

Leagues Club Park, Gosford
 
Leagues Club Park, Gosford

 

Wander Newcastle's street art trail

Grab your walking shoes and explore the amazing murals that colour inner-city Newcastle.

Sophia Flegg mural at the Museum Park corridor in Newcastle
 
Adults and children looking at Goya Torres' mural in Gibson Street, Newcastle

 

Go on a Newy Scavenger Hunt

Uncover hidden gems and clues on a self-guided hunt through Museum Park and The Station.

Scavenger Hunt map, exploring The Station Newcastle
 
Scavenger Hunt map, exploring The Station Newcastle

 

New Year's Eve at The Station

Watch the fireworks and celebrate NYE with rides, inflatables and tasty treats on the Piazza.