WELCOME TO MAITLAND EVENTS
Maitland Events is the section of Maitland City Council responsible for the delivery of seven 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 TASTE
FESTIVAL
Maitland has a growing reputation for its food scene including local produce, restaurants and chefs.
17, 18, 19 May 2024
AROMA COFFEE & CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL
The warm aroma of freshly ground coffee beans, rich melted chocolate and decadent dishes will see chocolate lovers head in to Central Maitland for Aroma.
August 2024
MAITLAND RIVERLIGHTS
Maitland Riverlights celebrates diversity through food, music, dance and interactive experiences. See Central Maitland transformed into a global village.
8 – 12 October 2024
BITTER & TWISTED BOUTIQUE BEER FESTIVAL
You can enjoy ice cold brews, delicious food and great tunes.
November 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
5.00pm – 9.00pm
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.
11 – 12 April 2025