Ecology around Callaghan
26 upcoming events
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See it on a mapVenues at a glanceWant to take action, get clued up, or just meet people who are giving it a go? Eco events around Callaghan are climate talks, zero-waste workshops, screening-and-discussion nights, climate fresks, food-waste feasts and a hand lent to local groups.
No greenwashing here: just the concrete ways to learn and get involved, sorted and updated every day. Handy too if you're putting on this kind of event and looking for somewhere to get the word out.
Events — ecology around Callaghan
Sat14
Saturday 14 November
Sun15
Sunday 15 November
Tue17
Tuesday 17 November
Wed18
Wednesday 18 November
Later
Thu 19 · 5:30 PMFree
CinemaDocumentary
The Plastic Country: Film Screening and Panel Discussion
V Building, University of Newcastle
Thu 19 · 5:30 PMA$10
CinemaDocumentary
The Plastic Country: Film screening University of Newcastle - Citizen COP 2026
University of Newcastle, VG01
Sat 21 · 8 AMA$5–50
EcologyFood
Newy Ecology Brunch at Theydy's
50 Clyde St
Sat 21 · 8:30 AMFree
EcologyDrop-in services
Compost giveaway 2
Organics Resource Recovery Facility
Sat 21 · 9:30 AMA$15
EcologyGuided tour
Climate Adaptation Workshop - Hunter Wetlands Centre Ash Island
Hunter Wetlands Centre and Ash Island
Sat 21 · 10 AMA$95
Sewing & knittingCrafts
Jeans Apron Workshop
Upcycle Newcastle
Sat 21 · 3 PMA$5–10
EcologyMobilization
Rage Against 31
The Base
Sun 22 · 3:30 PMA$10
OutdoorsEcology
Supporting Solitary Native Bees in Your Backyard
Urban Hum Tiny Forest
Tue 24 · 1:30 PMFree
CareerEcology
Making electric vehicles work for your business
City of Newcastle (Room 3.1 - meet at Digital Library 10 mins prior to event)
Wed 25 · 5:30 PMFree
TalkEcology
Author talk: Dr Jean Renouf – “Unspeakable”
Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, umali barai-ku
Wed 25 · 5:30 PMFree
TalkEcology
Book Launch: Unspeakable
Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, umali barai-ku
Fri 27 · 4 PMFree
QuizEcology
Environmental Excellence in Landcare Awards and Christmas Party
Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, umali barai-ku
Sat 28 · 11 AMA$20
Ecology
Slow Stitch Saturday (Nov)
Upcycle Newcastle
Sat 5 · 10 AMFree
EcologyOutdoors
Eco-friendly Christmas Decorations Workshop
Wallsend Library
Thu 25 FebFree
EcologyVolunteering
The People's Blockade of the World's Largest Coal Port 2027
Foreshore Park Newcastle
See also around Callaghan
Sat 14 · 8:30 PMA$54–143
RockSmall gig
Little Hornet-Fanny's at Flamingos
Flamingos Live, Lambton
Sun 29 · 3 PMFree
Jam / Open mic
Open Mic @ Rasa Lila Arts
Rasa Lila Arts, Shortland
Tue 17 · 5 PM
PopConcert
Robbie Williams - BRITPOP WORLD TOUR
McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle
Fri 20 · 6 PMFree
RockConcert
Young Henrys x Kingswood Roadshow: Stag & Hunter Newcastle
Stag & Hunter Hotel, Mayfield
Sun 22 · 3 PMA$44–46
Concert
THE RHYTHM FACTORY - YEARLY CONCERT
Hunter Theatre, Broadmeadow
Sat 14 · 6:30 PMA$41.50–1054.8(149)
ClassicalConcert
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Adamstown Uniting Church, Newcastle
Sat 14 · 6 PMFree
RockConcert
Rock in Newy
Wickham Park Hotel, Islington
Sun 15 · 2:30 PMA$25–30
Folk / AcousticWorld music
Skyscraper Stan & Oskar Herbig + Steel City Sue at Bar Sole
Bar Sole, Tighes Hill
Sun 22 · 4 PMA$15
Folk / AcousticOutdoors
Aunty Alan & The Uncools & Friends
383 Glebe Rd, Merewether
Tue 1 · 8 PMA$20
RockConcert
Ricky Albeck & the Belair Line Band + Peewee 50s | The Croat
20 Albert St, Wickham
Fri 20 · 6 PMA$80–110
Club
After Hours w/ Earp Distilling Co. | Cocktails & Canapés 🍸
Local Connections, Callaghan
Sat 28 · 7 PMA$140–160
ClubSocials
20th Year danceVibe Ball
University Drive, Callaghan
Sat 14 · 9 AMFree
Street party
St Nicholas Fletcher Community Day
St Nicholas Early Education Fletcher
Tue 24 · 6:15 PMA$10
Street party
HUNTER-Splash of Colour Celebration- 24 November 2026 - VIP
McDonalds Jones Stadium, Broadmeadow
Sat 14 · 10 AMFree
Parties
Kitchen Warehouse Kotara Housewarming Party | Black Friday Early Access
Kitchen Warehouse Kotara
Mon 16 · 7 PMFree
Quiz
Music Trivia at Son Of A Gun Diner
Son of a Gun, Hamilton
Sat 21 · 7:30 PMA$15–30
ClubDJ set
Subsonic After Party!!!
The Lass O'Gowrie Hotel, Wickham
Sat 21 · 9 PMA$25
ClubDJ set
NEON NIGHTS - Launch Party. Saturday 21st November 2026
The Kent Hotel, Hamilton
Sun 29 · 12 PMA$20–195
Outdoors
Tooheys Charity Race Day supporting The Samaritans
Newcastle Racecourse, Broadmeadow
Sat 5 · 12 PMA$85
Parties
Newy Ladies End of Year at Harrisons
108 Tudor St, Hamilton
Sat 14 · 9 AMFree
Street party
Santa's Arrival Parade at Charlestown Square
Charlestown Square
Sun 22 · 2 PMA$32.01–53.19
ContemporaryShows
Buckingham Dancers presents: Around the world
Callaghan College Jesmond Campus
Tue 17 · 7:30 PMFree
Stand-up
Open Mic Comedy @ Newcastle Comedy Club
Newcastle Comedy Club, Islington
Tue 8 · 7 PMA$109
Comedy
Faulty Towers- Tue 8th Dec
Flamingos Live, Lambton
Thu 19 · 11:30 AMA$4.50–24.50
ContemporaryShows
DANCE REACH SHOWCASE
Hunter Theatre, Broadmeadow
Wed 9 · 7 PMA$109
TheatreComedy
Faulty Towers- Wed 9th Dec
Flamingos Live, Lambton
Sat 21 · 1 PMA$29.50–39.50
ContemporaryModern jazz
PRESTIGE ACADEMY - SHOWCASE 2026
Hunter Theatre, Broadmeadow
TodayFree
Exhibition
Synergy - Newcastle Art Space Mentorship Show
University Gallery, Callaghan
Sat 14 · 10 AM
Art & Culture
Newcastle Crystals, Creatives and Mystics Fair
Wallsend Diggers, Newcastle
Sat 14 · 9 AMFree
Art & Culture
Newcastle Lapidary Club Gem and Jewellery Fair
Newcastle PCYC, Broadmeadow
Wed 18 · 5:30 PMFree
TalkDrop-in services
Cool and Efficient Homes Community Event
Wallsend Library
Wed 25 · 5:30 PMA$20
Literature
Lily Pad Book Club November 2026
Shout Brewing, Islington
Sat 28 · 2 PMA$10
TalkHeritage
Pamela Griffith: A life in printmaking
23 Popran Rd, Adamstown
Tomorrow · 11 AMFree
ExhibitionCeramics & pottery
Encanto Exhibition
Back to Back Galleries, Cooks Hill
Your passions nearby
Tap what you're into — we'll find the outings around you.
Venues — ecology around Callaghan
University of Newcastle, VG01
2 events
V Building, University of Newcastle
2 events
Hunter Wetlands Centre and Ash Island
1 event
Upcycle Newcastle
2 events
Pachamama House
1 event
City of Newcastle (Room 3.1 - meet at Digital Library 10 mins prior to event)
1 event
Foreshore Park Newcastle
1 event
Hunter Region Botanic Gardens
1 event
Landcare and Sustainable Living Centre, umali barai-ku
3 events
Organics Resource Recovery Facility
1 event
Horseshoe Beach
1 event
Family Hotel
1 event
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of eco events can I find around Callaghan?
Climate talks and debates, hands-on workshops (repair, zero waste, permaculture), documentary screenings, climate fresks and grassroots action.