Things To Do In Newcastle: Catwalks, Beer, Wine & Jazz
Want to learn the secrets of the Shiraz this weekend?
Another week in Newcastle, another selection of excellent gigs and events to choose from. Here’s something to get started with…
Friday 26, August
Don’t forget that your can have a blues-filled weekend starting tonight with The Money Smokers at The Cambridge! Check out 3 must-see blues gigs in Newcastle for more info.
If jazz is more your thing, you’re in luck - the 24th Annual Newcastle Jazz Festival is on all weekend! Head to City Hall to check out some of the 40 performers that will take to the stage to deliver 72 hours of jazz. Tickets to each day & night are available, or you can purchase a weekend pass for $99 through Ticketek. The Welcome Night is this evening and features the Andy Firth Quartet. More info.
Saturday 27, August
Whether you’re a wine aficionado or just a wine wannabe, check out the Shiraz Masterclass at Wyndham Estate today. Immerse yourself in the history of Shiraz, and taste award winning wines in the fun & interactive class held in the VIP tasting room. Just $9.50 gets you in, tasting wine and cheeses. Kick off is 2pm. Call 1800 677 366 to book. Wyndham Estate Winery is located at 700 Dalwood Road, Branxton. If you can’t make it today, same place same time tomorrow, Sunday, 28 August.
You Am I will perform tonight at Level One, Newcastle Leagues Club. They’re touring to support their new album. Doors open 8:30pm. More info & tickets.
If you missed out on tickets to the sold out Friday show, or just can’t get enough of Newcastle Fashion Week, head along to the Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club tonight. Buy your tickets beforehand to avoid missing out. They’re available here. Kick off is 7pm and the night will feature collections from The Last Romantic, Velvet Hummingbird, Miss Fancypants, L’aude & Kolet.
Sunday 28, August
Step outside and go on an art crawl around The Junction from 11am and visit 3 artist’s studios in the area. You’ll be able to visit the galleries of Helene Leane, Sally Behrens & Reiteka Geursen. Call Helene on 4969 8882 for more info.
For those amongst you that regard yourself as a professional artist, you might like to also head along to the masterclass by Euan MacLeod at Newcastle Region Art Gallery. Take this chance to have an established artist work with you to resolve challenges and issues in your own artwork. The class runs from 9:30am - 4pm and entry is $25 (excludes materials). Bookings are essential - call 4974 5100.
Finish off your afternoon with an indulgent traditional High Tea at Bacchus from 1pm til 4pm. The cost is $35 per person or $45 with a glass of sparkling wine. Here are some more local High Tea options.
Tuesday 30, August
The Bar on the Hill will host the local finals of the National Campus Band Competition tonight. To size up the local talent, rock up at 7:30pm for the drawing of the order of the performers. The first band starts at 8pm. Bar on the Hill is located on the Callaghan Campus of the University of Newcastle.
Wednesday 31, August
There’s a stellar line up of local talent at The Lass tonight! Head along and be entertained by Little King, The Hatty Fatners and Funkwit. Hit the dancefloor! Probably worth being a little tired at work tomorrow.
Thursday 1, August
One for the beer connoisseurs amongst us! Head to James Squire Tales & Ales at South Leagues Club tonight. Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7pm start and you’ll get a delicious 4 course meal accompanied by 9 premium beers to taste and expert commentary from Master Brewer Chuck Hahn. Tickets are $69 each. More info.
Saturday 3, August
Frock On! Newcastle‘s night of nights is… tonight! See the result of a competition for fashion designers to show off their designs. All proceeds donated to children with Autism. Tickets can be purchased through Ticketek here and include a glass of bubbly and nibbles. For more information check out the official Frock On website.
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