Australia Day Long Weekend

Next date: Saturday, 25 January 2025 | 09:00 AM to Sunday, 26 January 2025 | 03:00 PM

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Enjoy a range of community-led activities across Lake Macquarie this Australia Day weekend. Get out and about for a fun-filled day with your family and friends.


Music in the Podium 

Music in the Podium is an iconic Lake Macquarie event that has run continually for over 25 years. It's the perfect setting to unwind on a Friday evening as the sun sets across the lake while you catch up with friends and family, listening to a fantastic mix of popular covers, rock, jazz and blues. Enjoy live music act 'Counterpart' by the sunset!

Event times: Friday 24 January, 6-9pm 

Location: Warners Bay Foreshore


Windsurfer National Championships
Join in on the largest, most fun windsurfing event in Australia when the Windsurfer Class returns to the Lake.

Hosted at the fabulous Toronto Amateur Sailing Club- a great venue on and off the water.

Five big days of competition featuring course racing, slalom, marathon and freestyle.
This National Championship will have an extra racing day to accommodate the large fleets as well as two courses running simultaneously for course and slalom.

Event times: 22-26 January 

Location: Toronto Amateur Sailing Club


Aussie Night Markets 

Gather your friends and family for a fun night out at Aussie Night Markets and experience a range of food markets, market stalls, colourful art and children's amusement rides.  The event will showcase live bands and fireworks on the evening of the 26th. Find out more here.

Event times:
Saturday 25 January, 4pm-10pm
Sunday 26 January, 12pm-9pm

Location: Morisset Showground


Super Family Fun Day
Enjoy an action-packed day filled with rides, games, and delicious treats.
Bring your family, friends, and even your furry pals for a day of endless fun! Find out more here.
Event times: Saturday 25 & Sunday 26 January, 12pm-8pm

Location: Speers Point Park

 


Valentine Lions Club Community Day

Valentine Lions Club will be holding their annual Australia Day Community Day at Allambee Park, Valentine. The event includes a free sausage sizzle, tea, coffee, and cricket. Come along and enjoy a local, community event. 

Event times: Sunday 26 January, 9am-11:30am

Location: Allambee Park, Valentine



Note: the events listed are not run by Lake Macquarie City Council.

For any event-related enquiries please email [email protected] and our team will get in touch with the event organisers.

When

  • Saturday, 25 January 2025 | 09:00 AM - Sunday, 26 January 2025 | 03:00 PM

Location

Adamstown Heights

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