What's on this weekend 25th-26th September

Signature | The University Gallery | Saturday 26th Sept

‘Signature’- a celebration of the University’s artist graduates will open this Saturday at the University Gallery.

In recognition of the importance of creativity in our cultural landscape, and in celebration of the University's 50th anniversary, the works of 50 alumni will display for the public to engage with and admire.

‘Signature’ will be running between the 23rd September and the 7th November.

Join the alumni artists for the exhibition opening on: Saturday 26 September from 2pm.

Next to Nothing: Art as Performance | The Lock Up | Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September

This weekend ‘The Lock Up’ is presenting a two-day generative performance and symposium event in partnership with the School of Creative Arts, University of Newcastle. Located at the ‘Lock Up Art and Cultural Centre’ between the 26th and 27th September in the heart of Newcastle, the Mall.

‘Next to Nothing: Art as Performance’ is a symposium will present a dynamic program of performance and talks by local, inter-state and international artists.

For more information head check out the Lock-Up's Facebook Page.

Hunter Valley Wine Market | Honeysuckle | Saturday the 26th September 12am – 6pm

The Hunter Valley Wine Market brings the finest drop to your front door step in Honeysuckle.

Enjoy the ocean breeze with the spectacular scenery of the world’s finest foreshore, including speciality boutique stores.

Don’t miss out this spectacular event, which will take place this Saturday the 26th September between 12am and 6pm.

Spring Fest | Morpeth School of Arts | Saturday 26th September

Live music is not meant to be seen streamed on your computer screen, it is meant to be seen with a real atmosphere and some quality craft beers.

Spring Fest brings you local original talent on Saturday the 26th September. There is so much good music it needs to be spread between, not one, but two live stages at Morpeth School of Arts.

Sad Grrrls | The Commons | Sunday 27th Sepetember

‘Sad Grrrls’ by name, awesome time by nature! Get to ‘The Commons’ this Sunday night the 27th September and the see the Grrrls rock a crowd into the next dimension of live music.

Five dollar-doos will get you entry to this very special event!

The Kava Kings | The Stag and Hunter Hotel | Saturday the 26th Sepetember

A mash up of Gypsy rock, Reggae and touch of Dub is a sure way to get your Saturday night pumping with beats. ‘The Kava Kings’ will give an energetic performance and fill the ‘The Stag and Hunter Hotel’ with their new awesome sound. Catch these new upcoming rock stars this Saturday night the 26th September.

Roald Dahl | The Civic Theatre | Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th September

Do Witches looking for small children still scare you? Did George Clooney’s fantastic Mr Fox bring back memories of the fantastic ‘Roald Dahl’? Still a big kid at heart but scared to admit it? At the ‘Roald Dahl Festival’ you can admit how much you still love his stories. Everyone is welcome to the ‘Roald Dahl Festival’ at the Civic Theatre between the 25th and 26th September.

See more information at: civictheatrenewcastle.com.au

Wollombi Music Festival | Wollombi | Saturday 26th September

The Serenity………and the music, the markets, the art, and the celebration of all of these things will be happening at the ‘Wollombi Music Festival’. Wollombi is known for its creative & diverse culture with a rich indigenous history. Making Wollombi the perfect place to host a music festival. This festival is about reflecting our cultures into one groovy night of fun. Don’t miss this amazing experience.

The ‘Wollombi Music Festival’ will be happening Saturday the 26th September.

Don't forget to check out our newspaper for a full events guide!