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Newcastle Pride 2025
Newcastle Pride celebrates sexuality and gender diversity in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter Region.
Newcastle Pride NSW Australia 2025
Newcastle Pride celebrates sexuality and gender diversity in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter Region. Newcastle lies at the mouth of the Hunter River, approximately 105 miles, 2 hour drive (170 km) northeast of Sydney.
- When it comes to the best areas to stay in Newcastle, NSW, the CBD area and Newcastle East offer most of the cultural attractions and some fantastic beaches. The Waterfront Hotel Kuching offers amazing views and is right on the historic harbour front.
Pride NSW
- Next Edition: Awaiting dates.
- The Newcastle Pride Festival is an exciting, glamorous and “out n’ proud” series of events that aims to showcase to locals and visitors that Newcastle is a city of diversity, culture and beauty.
The Pride Parade
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – Nobby’s Beach to Honeysuckle Car Park, from 10.30am – 1pm. Departure 11.30.
- Dress in your brightest rainbow get-up and paint the Newcastle foreshore with a sea of pride! Whether you’re waving a flag, dancing in the streets, or simply cheering from the sidelines, your presence will make this celebration unforgettable.
Fair Day
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – Gregson Park, Hamilton, from 11am – 6pm.
- The biggest gay day of the year, with a main stage, a new dedicated DJ dance space, Storytime with Wonder Mama, Glamorous Drag shows, non-stop performance art, live music, Doggywood Parade, Children and Youth Space, join the Tug of Love or Handbag Toss.
- Peruse the food stalls & vans, mixed retail stalls, LGBTIQA+ Community Stalls, The Red Torquettes motorcycles and much more.
- Tip: Bring shade, water, a rug or your sequinned banana chair, settle in and get ready for a wave of camp entertainment and rainbow coloured fun.
The Official After Party
- Saturday – Awaiting dates – Newy Hotel, 139 Maitland Rd, Islington, 7pm – 3.30am
- POOF DOOF + DYKE DOOF – Newcastle Pride has joined forces with POOF DOOF to bring you the dance party of 2024.
- Featuring a host of over 15 stars, guest Djs, gogos and more.
Gay Newcastle
- With plenty of opportunities for sun, sand, and surf, this off the beaten track city is full of fun things to do without the crowds of Sydney. It is New South Wales’ second-largest city with cool cafés and beautiful beaches.
- The city is gateway to the Hunter Valley, one of Australia’s major wine regions. It is also surrounded by eight stunning beaches including its most famous, Merewether, which features both white sand and spectacular waves.
Where to stay?
The following Newcastle hotels are popular with our readers:
The Lucky Hotel, Noah’s On the Beach, Clarendon Hotel, Novotel Newcastle Beach
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Lucky Hotel in Newcastle
is stylish and close to the beach
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Newcastle Pride, visit the Website
Map of Newcastle
107 Darby St, Cooks Hill NSW 2300, Australia
All apartments feature tastefully furnished living and dining areas, a spacious balcony or terrace, and a private bathroom. Each also includes air conditioning, a microwave, and tea/coffee making facilities.
111 Scott St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
All spacious air-conditioned apartments feature a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facilities. For your entertainment there is a satellite flat-screen TV and DVD player. There is a desk and a bathroom.
22 Hillview Cres, The Hill NSW 2300, Australia
Beach Haven on The Hill offers air conditioning and a balcony. The apartment has a flat-screen TV and 2 bedrooms. The accommodation is fitted with a kitchen. 1 Bathroom with shower close to Popular points of interest
32-30 Nobbys Rd, Newcastle East NSW 2300, Australia
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site.
5 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Located alongside one of Australia’s best surfing beaches and only 2 hours’ drive from Sydney, offers a spa pool, a steam room, a fully equipped gymnasium and secure covered parking. Guests also enjoy an onsite bar and restaurant.
The hotel boasts well-appointed guest rooms with stylish and contemporary furnishings, cable TV, a minibar and tea/coffee making facilities. Wireless internet access is also available for an additional charge.
347 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Clarendon Hotel offers 4-star accommodation and is situated in the city centre of Newcastle. The hotel features a restaurant and an art-deco style bar to create a contemporary, relaxed atmosphere. On the weekends Clarendon Hotel is a lively entertainment venue, featuring live music on Friday and Saturday evenings.
The rooms and suites feature a flat-screen TV, a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room has a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a shower. Some rooms have a furnished balcony.
29 Zaara St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Hotel Noah's On the Beach is located across the road from Newcastle Beach, a 10-minute walk from the historic Fort Scratchley. It offers free, limited on-site parking and a restaurant with all-day dining options.
The air-conditioned guest rooms feature a minibar, tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Each has an en suite bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer.
237 Hunter St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
Featuring free WiFi, The Lucky Hotel is located in the heart of Newcastle, just 5-minutes' walk from popular Wharf Road and its range of cafes, shops and restaurants. The property is a lively entertainment venue and features live music in the evenings on the weekend. Local swimming beaches such as Newcastle Beach and Nobbys Beach are just a 4-minute drive away.
Each of the air-conditioned rooms includes an iPod docking station and a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a balcony or patio. All rooms have a private with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
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Recommended Hotels in Newcastle
The Lucky Hotel
4 Star – Central Location
Featuring free WiFi, The Lucky Hotel is located in the heart of Newcastle, just 5-minutes’ walk from popular Wharf Road and its range of cafes, shops and restaurants.
Noah’s On the Beach
4 Star, Beach
Hotel Noah’s On the Beach is located across the road from Newcastle Beach, a short walk from the historic Fort Scratchley. It offers free, parking & a restaurant with all-day dining.
Clarendon Hotel
4 Star – Great Amenities
Clarendon Hotel offers 4-star accommodation and is situated in the city centre of Newcastle. The hotel features a restaurant and an art-deco style bar contemporary & relaxed
Novotel Newcastle Beach
4 Star – Perfect Location
Located alongside one of Australia’s best surfing beaches and only 2 hours’ drive from Sydney, Novotel Newcastle Beach offers a spa pool, a steam room & fully equipped gym
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