WELCOME TO MAITLAND EVENTS
Maitland Events is the section of Maitland City Council responsible for the delivery of flagship events for the City each year.
The events are considered to be an integral part of Maitland’s cultural identity and are helping the city to become widely recognised as a home of unique, exciting and extremely successful festivals.
These flagship events are a key attraction for the city, popular with both residents and visitors, attracting over 130,000 people and annually injecting $20 million into the local economy.
WHAT'S ON
MAITLAND RIVERLIGHTS
Celebrates diversity through food, music, dance and interactive experiences. See Central Maitland transformed into a global village.
8 – 12 October 2024
NEW YEAR'S EVE
With free amusements, face painting, food trucks and 9.00pm fireworks to end the year with a bang with the family!
31 December 2024
SUMMER IN MAITLAND
A diverse range of activities and events in Maitland over the summer period. Summer in Maitland aims to group all of the exciting events and activities happening across the city in the one program.
December 2024 – February 2025
AUSTRALIA DAY IN MAITLAND
Head on down to Maitland Park this Australia Day to take part in a range of family friendly games, activities, performances and more.
26 January 2025
HUNTER VALLEY STEAMFEST
Steamfest features a diverse program of family friendly entertainment. Come along and enjoy the fun.
12 – 13 April 2025
NEW WINTER EVENT
Inspired by Maitland Taste and Aroma Coffee and Chocolate Festival, enjoy a more hands on experience with local food, hospitality businesses, and interactive attractions.
June 2025
BITTER & TWISTED BOUTIQUE BEER FESTIVAL
You can enjoy ice cold brews, delicious food and great tunes.