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Weekend Events in Newcastle and Surrounds

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This weekend, residents and visitors to Newcastle and its surroundings have an array of events to choose from, covering sports, music, markets, and art exhibitions. From ice hockey and wrestling to musical performances and art galleries, there's something for everyone. Discover the top events happening around Newcastle, including the Australian Ice Hockey League, bowling tournaments, and a variety of music performances.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Australian Ice Hockey League will feature matches between the Newcastle Northstars and the Melbourne Ice on Saturday at 5pm, and between the Newcastle Northstars and the Canberra Brave on Sunday at 4pm, both at the Hunter Ice Skating Stadium in Warners Bay.
  • The Bowls NSW Open Pennants will take place on Saturday and Sunday at 8am to 6.30pm at Club Lambton in Lambton.
  • The Burning Of The Barrel event will be held on Saturday from 3pm to 10pm at Glandore Estate Wines in Pokolbin.
  • Footloose the Musical, presented by St Philips Christian College, will be performed on Saturday at 2pm and 7pm at the Civic Theatre in Newcastle.
  • The Lake Mac Micro Festival will feature various events, including MAP mima Rocks: Alternative Grunge on Saturday from 3pm to 8.30pm at the Multi-Arts Pavilion in Speers Point.
  • Moscow Circus will perform on Saturday at 3pm and 7pm, and on Sunday at 11am, at the Morisset Showground in Morisset.

Statistics:

  • There will be seven Australian Ice Hockey League matches in total over the weekend.
  • The Lake Mac Micro Festival will feature multiple events across the weekend.
  • The Burning Of The Barrel event will run for 7 hours on Saturday.
  • The Lake Macquarie City Farmers Market will take place on Saturday from 8am to 2pm at Stockland Shopping Centre in Glendale.

Sources:

  • Newcastle Herald: "This weekend's events in Newcastle and surrounds" [No date]
  • Newcastle Now: "Weekend events in Newcastle and surrounds" [No date]
  • Visit Newcastle: "Things to do in Newcastle this weekend" [No date]
  • Lake Macquarie City Council: "Lake Macquarie City Farmers Market" [No date]
  • Australian Ice Hockey League: [No date]
  • Bowls NSW: [No date]
  • Lake Mac Micro Festival: [No date]
  • Moscow Circus: [No date]

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