Maitland’s Visitor Information Service will relocate to Maitland Regional Art Gallery from Friday, 1 May 2026.

A long time ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth, the Hunter Valley was a land of volcanoes and untamed wilderness. Every Easter school holidays Hunter Valley Gardens brings that ancient world back to life with its annual Mega Creatures event. Explorers, both young and old, can wander the Gardens, discovering towering dinosaurs, giant insects, and this year, for the first time, mythical dragons, shimmering unicorns, and legendary beasts that step straight out of storybooks.

Prepare for a night of infectious music, tasty eats and family fun at Live on The Levee!

Over two days you’ll discover a treasure trove of antiques, collectables, pottery, bottles and woodcrafts.

The annual Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival celebrates 1950s-60s culture with rock 'n' roll, classic cars, hot rods, fashion, and music.

Get your monthly fix of local markets in the Hunter Valley and surrounding regions this Autumn!

Get ready for an evening filled with delicious food, family friendly activities, and a live DJ.

Easter is creeping up on us again, and with the clear sunny skies and milder weather on the horizon, it’s a great time for getting out and discovering the eggcellent Easter activities, such as the Hoppity Hollow Hunt from 9:30am until 3pm daily.

Celebrate Easter with family the right way at Château Élan!

The Australian Beach Boys Show masterfully recreates Brian Wilson's iconic "wall of sound" through live four-part harmonies and cutting-edge technology.

Join in with hundreds of other cyclists in this fun cycling event, featuring four different distances: 27kms, 45kms, 60kms and 100kms.

Plunge into the dark depths of the sea with Erth’s Shark Dive, a powerful theatrical experience that will transform how you think about sharks and the oceans they call home.

The Burton Automotive Hunter Valley Steamfest is a celebration of the Hunter's industrial heritage, featuring a weekend of steam locomotives, antique machinery, classic cars, and family fun.

Learn how to create some of the world’s favourite Italian-inspired dishes in this cooking class led by Chef Matt Dillow.

The Gum Ball celebrates its 2 1st birthday in style, returning to Dashville's stunning Wonnarua bushlands with a special warmup concert on April 23.

Tamburlaine Organic Wines is thrilled to introduce Jack Squat Sparkling Rosé, a sparkling ruby to our celebrated Jack Squat non-alcoholic collection.

Soak up the last of the warm weather with an indulgent Breakfast or Lunch Picnic in the Vines at Latitude 32!

Roasted onsite in Branxton and now available in Nespresso compatible capsules, Sidecar’s Enigma Blend has officially made the leap from café favourite to kitchen essential.

Join Estancia Adina for a relaxed, restaurant-style breakfast and brunch every weekend at Adina Vineyard.

There’s a particular kind of pleasure in stumbling upon somewhere unexpected. Not lost, exactly—more like a wander that leads to finding a delightful new path that becomes your new favourite destination. Branxton’s Maitland Street is undergoing cultural expansion and offers exactly that: a chance to wander between a handful of quietly brilliant spaces that, together, create something worth the drive.