Music and Entertainment - The Lakes Festival

Things to do

Music and Entertainment - The Lakes Festival

Things to do

Live music and roving entertainment, The Lakes Festival has it all!

From live music and hands on workshops to roving performers and artists, The Lakes Festival is bursting with entertainment. Explore our itinerary and mark your calendar for these vibrant, must-see events.

The Lakes Festival returns for its 10th year from 7–16 November 2025, celebrating the Central Coast’s waterways with 10 days of family-friendly activities, cultural events, and educational programs. It’s a chance for locals and visitors to reconnect with the region and enjoy everything our lakes have to offer.

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Music and Entertainment

Waterside fun, live music, plan unforgettable Lakes Festival days!

Sat 8 Nov, 4-9pm, The Entrance

Light Up The Lake

Be amazed by headliner Ruby Fields, with Dear Sunday, Dizzy Days, Chloe Parche and Elaskia. Fun activities, licensed area, roving performers, and fantastic food, followed by fireworks display that will literally Light Up The Lake!

Fri 7 - Sun 16 Nov, Coast Wide

Soundscapes Story Trail

Soundscapes is a collection of creative audio stories inspired by natural and magical locations across the Central Coast. Each story has been thoughtfully designed to lead you on an imaginative, immersive, creative adventure in nature. These stories have been created by a range of artists, made up of writers, composers, musicians, and poets who all reside on the Central Coast.

Sat 8 Nov, 9.30-10am, Gosford

Zumba Kids

Zumba Kids brings high energy dance to lakeside suburbs with radio hits and global rhythms. Families enjoy interactive fun, exploring cultures through movement, from traditional dances to unifying beats. This vibrant show blends education, celebration, and fitness, making it the perfect way to dance.

Sun 9 Nov, 9am-3pm, Terrigal

Marine Discovery Family Fun Day

Marine Discovery Family Fun Day invites families to Terrigal Rotary Park and the Marine Discovery Centre for a free, ocean-themed celebration. Enjoy guided tours, kids’ workshops, crafts, face painting, story time, a scavenger hunt, disco, market stalls, live entertainment, and tasty eats. Bookings essential for tours.

Sat 9 & 16 Nov, 8am-1pm, The Entrance

The Entrance Markets

The Entrance Markets return to Memorial Park with farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, delicious food, and live entertainment. Set along the picturesque foreshore, this vibrant showcase of local creativity and community spirit offers the perfect Sunday outing for families and friends.

Sun 9 Nov, 2-6pm, Narara

Spiral Coast

This relaxed, jam style event includes circus and flow props, guided workshops, and space to move, connect, and play. It’s open to all ages and experience levels, with a warm, community first energy that makes it easy to join in or simply enjoy the atmosphere.

Sun 9 Nov, 10am-2pm, Avoca Beach

Swell Times

Experience coastal fun at Avoca Beach with Swell Times! Enjoy beach sports, surf lessons, creative workshops, local stalls, tasty eats, and live music. Join a community cleanup and learn beach safety. Whether you're a wave rider or beach lover, this family-friendly event has something for everyone.

Sat 15 Nov, 4-4.30pm, Toukley

Zumba

Zumba Kids brings high-energy dance fun to lakeside suburbs with popular hits and global rhythms. This interactive show blends movement, culture, and education—featuring traditional dances and music from around the world. It’s a joyful, family-friendly celebration of unity through dance, perfect for exploring, learning, and moving together.

Sun 15 Nov, 2-3.30pm & 6-8pm, Gosford

Splashabout Showcase "A Deep Dive"

Roundabout’s Splashabout Showcase dives into circus magic with water themed acts featuring mermaids, pirates, penguins, and even fire-spitting squids! Inspired by local waterways, the family-friendly afternoon show delights all ages, while the evening show adds spectacular fire performances.

Sat 15 Nov, 4-8pm, Avoca Beach

The Wonders of Water

Discover the magic of water at Avoca Lake with The Wonders of Water. Enjoy dance, music, storytelling, visual arts, cultural insights, hands-on workshops, and a sustainable pop-up stage. Celebrate creativity, connection, and community in this free, family-friendly Lakes Festival event by Heartdancers.

Sat 15 Nov, 2-5pm, Brooklyn

Nautical Country

Nautical Country sets sail on the Hawkesbury River with live performances by Andrew Swift and Bryce Sainty. Enjoy scenic river views, smooth tunes, drinks, and cheeky banter aboard the Zarapito. Hosted by Ronnie Tee & Jaq, it’s a golden hour cruise for country fans and good-vibe seekers alike.

Sat 15 Nov, 4-9pm, Terrigal

Marine Magic Outdoor Cinema

Marine Magic Outdoor Cinema transforms Terrigal Rotary Park into a vibrant festival space. Enjoy markets, food stalls, entertainment, and a movie under the stars. Bring a picnic rug or low chairs, grab dinner, and soak up the community vibes. Arrive early for the best spot and pre-movie fun!

Fri 14 Nov, 5-9.30pm, Gwandalan

Cinema Under the Stars

Cinema Under the Stars at Gwandalan Lioness Park offers a magical night of family fun. Enjoy a free movie by the foreshore, plus food vans, jumping castles, and live entertainment before sundown. Bring your picnic blanket, gather your loved ones, and settle in for a cosy evening under the stars.

Sat 15 Nov, 10am-3pm, The Entrance

Sustainable Future Festival

Celebrate sustainability at the free, family-friendly Sustainable Future Festival! Enjoy workshops, demos, speakers, and performances that inspire eco-living on the Central Coast. Discover practical ways to reduce waste, protect resources, and connect with your community. A vibrant day of learning and fun for all ages.

Sat 15 Nov, 6-10pm, Gosford

Clambake - In My Waters

Clambake in My Waters is a bold cabaret by Glitta Supernova, blending mythology, ecology, and magic. Featuring local and national performers as water spirits and sea creatures, this immersive waterfront show celebrates our lakes and estuaries through circus, music, and transformation, activating Gosford with cultural and environmental storytelling.

Sun 16 Nov, 12-4pm, Canton Beach

Sea Food Fest

Sea Food Fest debuts at Canton Beach with fresh seafood, global flavours, market stalls, and lakeside fun. Enjoy cooking demos, kids’ activities, and a guided paddleboard tour of Tuggerah Lake. Bring your floatie or kayak for the colourful parade.

Sun 16 Nov, 10am-12pm, 11.30-1.30pm, Spencer

Acoustic Life on the River

Acoustic Life of the River celebrates the embedded stories reflected along the waterways of the Lower Hawkesbury River. Step aboard for a river journey winded through sandstone cliffs and untold histories. Departing from Spencer.

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