The fun starts here, as Newcastle hosts the season-opening race of the Supercars Championship!
Regardless of whether you're a fan of the black and white checkered flag or a red velvet curtain, we've got you covered with things to see and do.
The city will be activated with a range of events so both race spectators and locals can make the most of buzz that's in the air over this super March weekend.
Head to Gregson Park to meet all 25 Newcastle 500 Supercar champions and get their autograph.
Food trucks, kids' entertainment, a car display and a limited-range merch stall hosted by the Newcastle Visitor Information Centre will all be on offer for you to kick off the super March weekend fun. Find out more about the event.
Newcastle Museum Forecourt is the place to be as car enthusiasts unite at this stunning display of pristine vehicles from all eras.
Admire the pristine display of cars from Newy Car Club members before checking out the official merch for sale at the Newcastle Visitor Information Centre pop-up shop. Find Out More About The Event
Newcastle, the fun starts here! Experience the buzz of the Newcastle 500 from Civic Park with this free family-friendly weekend. Join us from 11am - 3pm on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 March. Both days will feature FREE activities all day, including toddler messy play stations hosted by the Creative Co, where little hands can engage in play concepts such as play dough, painting, goop, slime, water play and sensory textures. Race your mates on the jumbo slide, bring out your inner fairy or tiger with free facepainting, partake in fun interactive workshops and enjoy some special performances and live music each day. Food vendors will be on-site for you to get a sweet fix, coffee hit or tasty snack, or you can bring a picnic from home or takeaway from one of the many local cafes and restaurants along Darby St and the Civic Centre, allowing you to make a day of it and soak up the fun atmosphere. Find out more about the full program of events.
You can always SEEK OFFBEAT when you're off track during Newcastle 500.
If racing's not your thing, or you need to balance your days filled with sports with nights full of arts and entertainment, there are plenty of events happening across the city during the Newcastle 500 Weekend. Here are just a few.
Showcasing over 50 amazing local and international artists, with 120 performances, the 2023 Newcastle Fringe Festival boasts everything from burlesque to flamenco dancers, comedy and music to kids theatre shows, the jam-packed program has just been released and now is the perfect time to secure your tickets to the biggest festival yet! MORE INFO
Head over to Newcastle Comedy Club on Darby Street for a rolling lineup of comedians - from locals to travelling comedians from Sydney, interstate and worldwide every single week.
You can expect to see 5-6 different acts, with different styles so there is something for everyone. Discover the next big thing in Australian comedy before everyone else! MORE INFO
Newcastle Pro Wrestling brings world-class, explosive action back to Newcastle City Hall with Brawl at City Hall III.
Featuring championship matches, tag-team bouts. women's wrestling and more, Brawl at City Hall III will turn this town on its head! MORE INFO
Australia's largest surfing festival is back again, celebrating it's 37th anniversary!
Surfest in Newcastle is the largest surfing festival in the southern hemisphere with over 800 male and female competitors from across the Asia-Pacific region competing for cash prizes and World Surf League rating points. MORE INFO
