What’s on the Central Coast NSW – Events This Weekend and Beyond

What’s happening on the Central Coast this weekend? This page is updated weekly with events, markets, gigs, community gatherings and family activities across the Central Coast NSW – from Gosford and Terrigal to Woy Woy, Budgewoi and everywhere in between.

Things to do on the Central Coast NSW

Here at Coasties Mag, we’ve got our fingers on the pulse, so we’ve well and truly got you covered when it comes to events and what’s on across the Central Coast. Which is why we’ve put together the ultimate guide to inspire you to get out and explore our region, and help you make the most of your weekends!

From exploring local markets to catching live music at our vibing pub scene or gigs, taking in a family-friendly festival or world-class theatre show, or simply getting outdoors – there’s one thing we know for certain: there’s no shortage of things to do on the Central Coast NSW.

Want even more? Listen to our weekly Central Coast Weekender segment each Friday morning live on air on Star 104.5, where Coasties Mag have teamed up with the Gina & Matty Breakfast Show to keep the Central Coast up to date with what’s on for the weekend ahead.

This guide is maintained by the Coasties Mag team and updated weekly. We cover events across the Central Coast NSW including Gosford, Terrigal, Ettalong, Wyong and The Entrance areas.

So, let’s dive right in, what’s happening in winter 2026 and beyond on the Central Coast?

What’s On Central Coast

Ken Duncan Gallery After Dark
Wednesday 17 – Friday 19 June | Ken Duncan Gallery, Erina Heights
Seeing Ken Duncan’s photography in person is always impressive, but an after-dark viewing at the Ken Duncan Gallery is an extra special way to experience his work. For three nights only, the gallery will stay open until 8pm, with complimentary bubbles or beer on arrival and exclusive savings of 25–50% off selected wall stock prints – ready to hang and only available in the gallery, you won’t find these offers online. The perfect opportunity if you’ve been looking for a statement piece for your home, or simply want to browse some of Australia’s most iconic landscape photography at a slower pace.

80s + 90s Singalong Paint & Sip
Thursday 18 June | Gosford RSL
Somewhere between a paint class and a karaoke session, this one sounds like a lot of fun. Create your masterpiece while belting out the biggest hits of the 80s and 90s, cocktail in hand and surrounded by fellow music lovers. Artistic talent optional – enthusiasm encouraged.

Terrigal Glow – Winter Solstice Market & Entertainment
Friday 19 June | Parklife Cafe & Terrigal Rotary Park
Terrigal’s turning on the glow for a cosy winter solstice evening by the water. Plenty of twinkly lights, live music, whimsical market stalls, hot food, coffee and a big long community table to gather around as the sun goes down. The regular Terrigal Farmers Market will be there too, with extra wintery touches and entertainment throughout the night. Runs 3:30–8pm, bring a lantern, rug up warm and lean into the theme if you feel like dressing to glow.

Children’s Portrait Drawing
Saturday 20 & 27 June | Creative Spaces, Toukley Village Green
Free drop-in portrait sessions for kids and their parents at the Creative Spaces Gallery Container. Kids draw portraits of mum and/or dad using pencils, crayons and textas – finished works go up on display outside as a public installation. There’s also a cross-cultural element with Korean stories to share and swap. All materials provided, runs 10–11am.

FIFA World Cup Fever
June 20 & 26 | Westfield Tuggerah
No need to hunt for a venue showing the game. Westfield Tuggerah is screening FIFA World Cup matches on a giant screen outside H&M, giving football fans a chance to catch all the action in the heart of the shopping centre. A great excuse to grab a coffee, settle in and cheer on the Aussies, especially after their epic 2-0 win against Türkiye!

The 5 Lands Walk
Saturday 20 June | Macmasters Beach to Terrigal
One of the best days on the Coast calendar is celebrating it’s 20th year. The 5 Lands Walk takes you along 10km of coastline through Macmasters, Copacabana, Avoca, North Avoca and Terrigal, with each stop bringing its own music, art, dance and community feel. Walk the whole thing or hop between beaches on the free Busways shuttles — either way, it’s a proper celebration of what makes this place good. Free to join.

Read all about what to expect when the 5 Lands Walk returns in 2026.

Taste of Toukley
Saturday 20 June | Toukley Village Green
Toukley’s local restaurants are putting together tasting boxes for $5 a pop. Grab tokens from the Central Coast Council tent in Toukley Village Green between 12 and 3pm, pick your eateries from the menu, then head back to the green to eat with you’re treated to live entertainment. EFTPOS only, limit of 5 tokens per person, and they’ll go fast.

Beer + Bubs
Monday 22 June | Northlakes Tavern, Charmhaven
Childbirth ed at the pub, specifically for dads. The idea is simple – most blokes want to show up well in the birth room, they just haven’t been given the actual tools to do it. Hosted by birth doula Lexi Kemp, this three-hour session covers the practical stuff: what to say, what not to say, pain relief options, how to talk to midwives, comfort techniques. No awkward classroom energy, just honest conversation over a pub dinner. $90pp, bookings essential.

Eco Garden Fairy Party
Wednesday 24 June | Kariong Eco Garden
International Fairy Day celebrations are coming to the Eco Garden, and yes, wings are encouraged. It’s a two-hour arvo for little ones with fairy crafts, a treasure hunt, fairy bread and a fair bit of imaginative play in the garden. Pretty sweet activity for the 2–8 set. $18 per person, $48 family pass (1 adult + 2 kids), free for under 2s.

The Loop – Inclusive Live Music Night
Wednesday 24 June | Goons Brewing, Berkeley Vale
A new kind of live music event is launching on the Coast. The Loop is an inclusive bi-monthly series designed to be fully accessible – for people living with disability, neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ individuals, their friends, families and support workers – but at its heart, it’s just a great night out. There will be live music, food, games, prizes and a welcoming atmosphere where everyone can relax, connect and enjoy themselves. Created by the team behind Perform Ability, accessibility has been built into the event from day one, helping make live music and social experiences more inclusive for our community. Don’t miss their first event, with live entertainment from The Sugar Whiskey Band.

Read more: The Loop is bringing a better kind of night out to the Central Coast.

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow
Wednesday 24 June | The Art House, Wyong
Five comedians for the price of one? That’s a pretty good deal. The Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow is bringing a hand-picked lineup of comedians to Wyong for a night packed with laughs, quick wit and stories that probably shouldn’t be repeated at work the next day.

Events Guide for the NSW Central Coast

Start Writing Flash Fiction
Thursday 2 July | Umina Beach Library
If you’ve ever thought about writing but don’t know where to start, this is a pretty low-stakes way in. Prize-winning author Amanda Scotland (co-host of the Not Quite Write Podcast) is running a two-hour intro workshop on flash fiction (stories under 1,500 words) covering the basics, competition tips and what judges actually look for. You’ll write something on the day too, which is the good bit. $10, adults only, bookings essential.

PNAU – The Nirvana Tour
Saturday 4 July | Woodport Hotel, Erina
PNAU at the Woodport – now that’s a sentence! Nick Littlemore and Peter Mayes are bringing their full live show into regional venues this winter, and the Central Coast is on the list. We’re talking the same production they’d take to a festival main stage – just in a much more accessible room. If you know the catalogue (Chameleon, Go Bang, Cold Heart with Elton and Dua), you already know this is going to go off. If you don’t, now’s a good time to get familiar. Doors 7:30pm.

Central Coast Wedding Expo
Sunday 5 July | Gosford RSL
If you’re in the thick of wedding planning, this is a solid arvo out. Over 100 local and regional suppliers under one roof – photographers, florists, cake makers, celebrants, dress shops, the lot. Free entry and parking, and all couples get a bridal bag on arrival. Good way to tick off a bunch of research in one go without scrolling Instagram for hours.

Finding Nemo JR.
Tuesday 7 – Saturday 11 July | Laycock Street Community Theatre, Gosford
Gosford Musical Society Juniors are putting on Finding Nemo JR. across the winter school hols, and with a cast of 50+ local kids, it’s going to be a big one. The story’s the one you know – Marlin crosses the ocean to find Nemo, Dory comes along for the ride – and the songs are by the team behind Frozen and The Book of Mormon, so the score is genuinely good. Sessions at 10:30am, 1:30pm and 7:30pm. All tickets $39.

Spiderbait – 30 Years Tour
Saturday 18 July | The Entrance Leagues Club, Bateau Bay
Thirty years after Ivy & The Big Apples, Spiderbait is still bringing the energy. Expect a night of nostalgia, loud singalongs and all the tracks that made them one of Australia’s most beloved bands. If Buy Me a Pony instantly started playing in your head, you already know you want tickets.

Velvet Lounge: Gosford Open Mic
Thursday 23 July | FunHaus Factory, Gosford
Got a song, poem, story or half-finished masterpiece sitting in a notebook somewhere? Velvet Lounge is opening the mic to local creatives for an evening of live performance in a supportive, welcoming space. Or just come along and discover some local talent before everyone else does.

South African Weekend
25–26 July | Cecilia’s, Toowoon Bay
For one weekend only, Cecilia’s is bringing a good dose of Saffa vibes to the Central Coast. There’ll be braai favourites (cooked by fire), live music, cold dops (bevvies) and a lekker time! This one promises a seriously good feed and a great atmosphere.

Central Coast Housing & Support Connect Day
Wednesday 5 August (9.30am – 2pm) | Wyong Race Club
With more Coasties feeling the pinch, this free community event brings together practical support and essential services in one welcoming space. Now in its third year, it offers a safe and welcoming space for people experiencing housing insecurity, homelessness, financial stress and other hardships. It’s a one-stop hub offering housing, health, legal and drug & alcohol support, plus free food, haircuts, clothing and activities for the kids. As cost-of-living pressures continue to impact more local families, events like this provide a genuinely valuable day for people doing it tough. Find out more here.

Tradies Race Day
Friday 28 August | The Entertainment Grounds, Gosford
Knock off the tools and head trackside. Tradies Race Day is back with eight races, plenty of action and free entry for anyone with a valid white card. Round up the crew, throw on a clean shirt and enjoy a Friday afternoon that looks a bit different from the usual worksite.

Sienna Skies
Thursday 3 September | Ocean View, Wamberal
Sydney rock/metalcore outfit Sienna Skies are heading up the coast for their Australian Spring Tour, and they’re kicking it off in Wambi. They’ve been at it for over a decade and bring a set that spans a solid back catalogue – big anthems, heavy moments, the lot. Good one for fans who’ve been around a while and equally good if you’ve never seen them live.

Bluey’s Big Play (The Stage Show)
Wednesday 23 September | The Art House Theatre (9:30am & 12:30pm shows)
Australia’s favourite animated (canine) family are back on stage in this theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning TV favourite. Featuring larger-than-life puppets, original music and a brand-new story by Bluey creator Joe Brumm, it’s a live show made just for families. Stick around after the curtain call for a chance to join in a game of Keepy Uppy, and check out the limited VIP packages for a post-show meet and greet with Bluey.

Kenny Rogers & Friends with Graham G Toole
Saturday 3 October | Avoca Beach Theatre (7:30pm)
Direct from Las Vegas in concert, accomplished tribute artist singer‑songwriter Graham G Toole brings the music of Kenny Rogers, Glen Campbell and John Denver to the Central Coast, backed by a full 6-piece band. There’ll be plenty of familiar hits – The Gambler, Country Roads, Rhinestone Cowboy, Thank God I’m A Country Boy and more. With 38 years of professional performance experience, Toole will have you tapping your toes and humming along before the first chorus is done. Book your seats.

What’s On Central Coast – local markets 

If you’re looking for what’s on Central Coast, a great way to support local is to take a trip to one of our many Central Coast markets. There’s a market happening pretty much every single weekend on the Coast, with new and one-off markets popping up frequently too.

For the ultimate guide to what’s on Central Coast NSW Markets, here are the Epic Central Coast Markets You Need to Visit. 

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