Join us at the Broke Village Fair on Sunday, 9th September from 9am – 3pm at McNamara Park, Broke. The famous Vintage Car Display brings all sorts of vintage and classic cars, motorbikes, trucks and tractors and an amazing array of vintage farm machinery. The kids will love the amusement rides, laser tag and the petting zoo while mum and Read more…
Broke Village Community Market is on the first Sunday of the month. The little market with great stalls – for the community, by the community. You will find everything from local gourmet produce, back-of-ute veggies, toys, handmade gifts, collectables and pre-loved trinkets – even sample some local prize winning wines. A barbecue and coffee will be available and the parking Read more…
The dedicated organisers of this not for profit market are honoured to establish a monthly market at the historic Wollombi Village. Our expectation is to offer a place where families and friends can leisurely enjoy browsing for and tasting fresh produce – including cheese, smallgoods, bread, wine and jams. In addition to the fantastic range of food and condiments, this Read more…
Handmade in the Hunter Markets – where you will discover the variety and quality of goods grown, made and crafted by Hunter Valley artisans. Held in the picturesque gardens of award-winning Kevin Sobels Wines in Pokolbin, the markets allow the authenticity of handmade produce and wares, and the talent of Hunter Valley artisans to shine. As a meet-the-maker market, you will meet and talk with the grower, maker or Read more…
HUNTER WINE COUNTRY MARKET is a boutique handmade market featuring local artisans. Stalls range from fashion, food, jewellery, local produce, handmade soaps, candles, woodwork, pottery and much more. We are an all weather market, when it’s raining you will find us inside the barrel room. Read more…
The event has played host to some very famous triathletes with Peter Robertson, Graig Alexander and Brendan Sexton, all hitting the course in its 18 year history. The event has played host to State Championships and also been local and regional competitions between local clubs, Maitland, Tomoree, Newcastle and Singelton. In 2017 the event will return and will be staged Read more…
Dennis studied at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music under the guidance of Vladimir Gorbach, a world renowned classical guitarist. He plays a 2005 guitar, handcrafted by the Luthier from Woodburn, NSW, Simon Marty. The program will be announced closer to the concert. Complimentary refreshments will be served during interval. tickets available via www.trybooking.com/336520 or at the door from 1.30pm This concert is Read more…
Dates to be Confirmed Kurri Kurri Community Festival gets underway. Festival organisers will have food, drinks, stalls and fun things happening such as entertainment, rides, stalls, food, face, painting, jumping castles, Brothers Three – performing at 5pm and Movie in the Park – commencing at dark Read more…
There is a huge parade and welcome to Cessnock event in the area outside the Performing Arts Centre in Cessnock. Then the Qualifying Heats and then a Two Hour Grand Prix event. More details soon!! Now in it’s 5th year, the 2018 Cessnock Mitsubishi Postie Bike Grand Prix will see the main event, A Celebrity Race, & the Cessnock Cup, Read more…
SAVE THE DATE! Opera in the Vineyards is returning on Saturday 27 October to the Hunter Valley. Very exciting details to be announced soon! Opera in the Vineyards is one of Australia’s beloved annual events, celebrating wine, food and opera! It’s held each spring in October in the world famous Hunter Valley wine region. The programme includes all the greatest Read more…
Celebrate St Cecilia, Patron Saint of Music, with music that was performed on St Cecilia’s Day in late 17th Century London, one of the most eagerly anticipated music days of the year. The program, performed on period instruments, features works by Purcell, John Blow and Giovanni Battista Draghi. The group will perform excerpts from Odes to St Cecilia, madrigals and Read more…
The Wollombi Wild Ride is an adventurous mountain bike ride through some of the most picturesque countryside in Wollombi, the Lower Hunter Valley. The race has three categories, a 13.5 kilometre, 30 kilometre and 60 kilometre, catering for a wide range of ages and abilities. With the event compound located next to Wollombi Tavern and great live performances after the Read more…
The annual Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley Balloon Fiesta will take to the skies over the Hunter Valley in an amazing display of colour and excitement! Each day sees upward of twenty-five hot air balloons from all around the country launch together at sunrise and float majestically over the Hunter Valley wine country. Come join in the excitement as a passenger Read more…
The Aroma Festival is a coffee and chocolate affair that aims to ward off the winter chill with the best local coffee roasters, a delectable range of chocolates and much more. Come along to Maitland and enjoy wines, desserts, local cuisine and fresh produce through exhibitors, demonstrations and displays. This year will see the return of a host of popular Read more…
Dates to be Confirmed Witness ULTRA4 Racing in Australia at the spiritual home of Tuff Truck and the Milbrodale Mountain Classic in New South Wales Hunter Valley. ULTRA4 is unlimited, 4 wheel-drive endurance racing with the marriage of Rock-Sports and off-road racing yielding an absolutely brutal challenge. See them compete for the title of “King of the Hunter”! 3 Days Read more…
Celebrate your love at The Vintage this Valentine’s Day! Indulge in a five course degustation dinner with a complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival… Member discount applicable | Subject to availability | Menu items subject to change | Vegetarian and gluten free options available | A merchant service fee of 1.5% applies to all credit cards Proudly supported by ‘Bimbadgen’ Read more…
Come to a dog friendly picnic day featuring competitions, pet pampering and much more! No BYO alcohol. Dogs must be kept on a leash – social dogs only. Dates to be Confirmed Read more…
The Winery Running Festival is a unique running festival offering the full package of running, tourism and lifestyle experiences. It’s not everyday that you get to run through world famous international golf resorts and some of the most famous wineries in Australia. Mix that with a huge selection of races, a friendly country race crew, loads of prizes and you Read more…
Sydney’s leading Restaurants Sommeliers’, will fight the quintessential ‘Wine vs Food’ pairing the battle at this year’s Hunter Valley Epicurean Dinner at The Vintage. A 4 course menu will be served with matching wines. Read more…
A fun day for the whole family, the Hunter Valley Wine Festival is a great place to enjoy the taste sensations of the region. With wine, food, beer, children’s activities and entertainment everyone is sure to enjoy themselves. Held annually at the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley. The Hunter Valley is Australia’s oldest and most established wine region, famous for its Read more…
Our Christmas Lights Spectacular will be back in 2018 and is brighter than ever. Read more…
School Holidays are back and the Hunter Valley Gardens is your one stop shop for entertainment, activities and day out of the house! Read more…
Come and learn how our beautiful roses are pruned before they begin to bloom again. Read more…
Snow Time is back in the Hunter Valley and the Gardens is the place to be this winter! Read more…
Offering a picturesque four kilometre course in and around the Mall and River Bank of the Maitland CBD, the event is open to novice and elite competitors. You can either run/walk the one lap four kilometre course, two lap eight kilometre course or the three lap twelve kilometre course. There will also be a 1609 metre (one mile) sprint event Read more…
Dates to be confirmed Start with a tutored walking tour of the estate vineyard and olive groves learning about the Artisan Winemaking and Olives at Whispering Brook. Languish over a magnificent Mediterranean inspired four course menu designed by Chef, Andrew Wright, matched with their unique wine list. During lunch you will be entertained with live music, a Guest Speaker and Read more…
2018 will mark the 25th year of the Hunter Valley’s premier wine and food festival, the Lovedale Long Lunch! The Lovedale Long Lunch is a progressive style lunch where food and wine lovers are invited to discover the wonders of Lovedale. Each May, a decadent line up of the Hunter Valley’s leading chef’s team up with seven of Lovedale’s finest Read more…
Join us in the Gardens for our annual Wedding Fair, you just need a notebook and a trusted friend – or Mum. Read more…
The Grapest 5k Run is just long enough to get the heart rate up if that’s your thing, short enough to suit the more laid-back runner, but just right for EVERYONE! Whether you’re a running enthusiast, a lover of fine wines, or just love a great night out, the Grapest 5k Run is a race like no other. You can Read more…
Hunter Valley Wine and Food Festival is back and it’s bigger than ever, now spanning a two month period. It is the much anticipated annual event which showcases the region’s diverse wine and food culture with a series of themed activities throughout May and June. Hunter Valley Wine and Food Festival is the perfect antidote to cure those winter blues. Read more…
Groovin the Moo will be weaving it’s way back to its six favourite regions around Australia in 2018! In alphabetical order, please welcome; ALEX LAHEY AMINÉ (USA) THE AMITY AFFLICTION BAKER BOY BALL PARK MUSIC CLAPTONE (GER) CONFIDENCE MAN COSMO’S MIDNIGHT DEAN LEWIS DUKE DUMONT (UK) FLIGHT FACILITIES GRINSPOON LADY LESHURR (UK) MALLRAT OCEAN ALLEY PAUL KELLY PORTUGAL. THE MAN Read more…
The Hunter Valley Gardens has got school holidays covered with rides, stalls, animals, face painting and inflatable zones, creating the perfect day out this April. Read more…
Don’t miss speciality steam train rides, vintage diesel rides, market stalls, road steam, mini steam train rides, face painting, the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences displays (previously known as the Powerhouse Museum), live entertainment and kid’s activities. Read more…
The Mailrun Charity Bike Ride will next be staged in April 2018. The ride travels on quiet, sealed, well maintained, two lane rural roads through picturesque farming areas. Marshals and signage will direct cyclists along the course. Caution signs will be used to advise motorists of cycling event in progress.Four ride lengths are available – 20 kilometre, 40 kilometre, 65 Read more…
The Cessnock Stomp Festival is a FREE event for all the family, offering a slightly quirky take on entertainment, lifestyle, fun, food & wine. Enjoy a feast of beautiful food and wine from the Hunter Valley, an eclectic range of arts and crafts markets, many different offerings from local businesses, an Indulgence expereince and Grape Stomping fun. Held on Sunday Read more…
2018 is the 13th year for the regions flagship event “A Little Bit of Italy in Broke”. There are 11 venues taking part in the region’s premier event showcasing the region’s diverse wine offerings, along with olive products and the growers, winemakers and owners of the regions Cellar doors attempts to provide the visitor with “A Little of Italy” at Read more…
Polo in the Vines takes place within the spectacular and private Dark Horse Vineyard in the Hunter Valley, set against the Autumn colours of grapevines bordering the field. The event carries a strong focus on the culinary experience, forged by internationally renowned hatted chef Guillaume Brahimi, and fused with matching wines presented by local sommeliers. The VIP experience comprises of Read more…
The tour will celebrate Neil Diamond’s incomparable 50-year career and hits spanning decades such as Cherry Cherry, Holly Holy, Cracklin’ Rosie, Song Sung Blue, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers, Solitary Man, Sweet Caroline, Love on the Rocks, Desiree and Shilo. Paul Dainty, President and CEO of TEG DAINTY said today, “Neil Diamond is one of the world’s greatest live performers Read more…
Dates to be Confirmed Not just another ‘wedding expo’… Love in the Vines, brought to you by ‘Hunter Valley Wedding Planner’ Magazine is an amazing, unique and creative Hunter Valley Wedding FESTIVAL! Prepare to be entertained and inspired by an amazing array of talented wedding professionals, gathered at one gorgeous vineyard location and ready to bring your dream wedding to Read more…
Dates to be Confirmed The Tough Dog Tuff Truck Challenge is a great spectacle and provides the victor with the title of being… “The Tuffest Truck In The Country” The Tough Dog Tuff Truck is gruelling and enduring, and provides a real test for competing teams as they push themselves and their vehicles to the absolute limit. Boulders, rock, mud, Read more…