Family Friendly
Events the whole family can be a part of!
Whether you’re planning a birthday party, wedding or family reunion, we can help you find Hunter Valley based venues, services, and entertainment suitable for all types o family events.
Some venues are specifically adult only, which is great if you want absolute peace or no issues with checking ID. Others are specifically designed with the whole family in mind.
The venues and service businesses below will all welcome the WHOLE family regardless or whether they’re 5 years, 5 months or 95 years old! Take the stress out of family functions and enjoy working with businesses that want to entertain and host the whole crew!
Wild Learning
Get wildly creative with art, crafting, & music classes, parties and group events. Private bookings are available, or you can join an existing event.
Col Brown Rotary Park
Col Brown Rotary Park is the location of Kurri Kurri's much loved 'Nostalgia Fest'. Thanks to its central location, its the perfect place for local markets and entertainment events.
Poppethead Park
Poppethead Park is a fantastic location to hold special events like market days and festivals thanks to its spacious 31 acres and wildlife filled dam. There's good access for food trucks or vehicles with trailers, with power also available.
Nu Leaf Retreat
Nu Leaf Retreat is the perfect venue for multi day events including wellness retreats, conferences, onsite weddings or just good old extended family reunions all with ease in absolute comfort.
Luxury Portable Trailers
Our luxurious, clean portable toilet and coolroom trailers can just just about anywhere, meaning you can hold that special event, wedding, sporting competition, or bush retreat in your favourite place without having to compromise on comfort!
Branxton Community Hall
Enjoy the space on offer at Branxton Community Hall with capacity for up to 294 people. Its state of the art commercial kitchen won't disappoint to cater the fanciest of feasts!
La Vigna Estate
Classic Charm meets Modern Amenities at La Vigna Estate. With accommodation for up to 40 people in 3 houses, La Vigna is a great venue choice for special occasions
Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
Your group will go wild for an event at Hunter Valley Wildlife Park. Perfect for birthday parties, networking events, corporate and community days, Hunter Valley Wildlife Park will host an event like no other!
Brumby Mobile Bar
Get the party started and keep your budget under control with the Brumby Bar. Full of character, charm and fun, Brumby can offer flexible drink services to your events.
Maitland St Collective
We're affordable and flexible, so if you can picture your group enjoying our patio area under the vines, using our character filled events room, or the basement with its cool underground, speak easy vibe - we'd love to hear from you.
Soul Food Collective
Nourish your guests with fresh local food, made with soul! Grazing tables, sandwich boxes, cakes, cookies and slices you'll love with gluten free available!
Entwine Hunter Valley
A relaxed, social food and wine experience in the Hunter Valley, perfect for group events, celebrations, and easy nights out at Entwine’s Food Hub and Food Trail.
Kody – Event Singer
With his trusty guitar ever present, Koby can serenade you in scenic outdoor locations – from the mountains, to a beer garden, by the bonfire or the lake, out in the paddock, or if you’d like a more formal style, he can bring piano accompaniment into your live music mix.
Pokolbin Cottages
Experience the serenity of Pokolbin Cottages in the Hunter Valley. Your perfect private retreat for weddings, getaways, and group events.
Pokolbin Community Hall
Views, accessibility and flexibility for some amazing DIY options make Pokolbin Community Hall an absolute favourite with locals and visitors who appreciate the beauty of the Hunter Vineyards.
Writing With Light Studio
Writing With Light Studios can provide high quality professional photography services for events family photos, and businesses across a wide range of industries.
Performance Arts Culture Cessnock
Add world-class Entertainment to your Itinerary. Our quality venue is also available for a range of hire options suitable for art, community, education and business events.
Pokolbin Park
Surrounded by native trees and shrubs, Pokolbin Park has several sitting areas and whimsical garden nooks which lend themselves perfectly to photo opportunities, catchups with friends, or curling up with a good book and a thermos of coffee.
Peppers Creek Barrel Room & Chapel
Peppers Creek Barrel Room and Chapel truly has it all for a Hunter Valley vineyard venue, beautiful locations, world class catering, bespoke styling services, and onsite accommodation for up to 30 people.
Healthy Vibes Hunter Valley
Whether you're a community group, corporate management team or sporting club, we can tailor a relaxation, wellness or mental health program to suit your group.
Hillview Graze and Platter
You'll love the fresh platters, grazing tables, picnic boxes , wedding cakes, cupcakes, cookie favours, and lolly bars from Hillview Graze & Platter.
Qirkz in the Hunter
Art, music, explosions of colour and expression all await your group at Qirkz in the Hunter.
Set in a 110 year old restored Hotel, Qirkz brings the feel of a big city underground music venue to the Hunter Valley.
Estate Tuscany
Our fully serviced venue lends itself to both relaxed, and black tie events with the perfect mix of nature and amenities. We have several indoor areas available for various function styles which make a wonderful backup in case of inclement weather.
Coral Hagan Photography
Coral Hagan Photography, based in Scone, specialises in maternity, newborn, family portraits, and weddings. Capture heartfelt moments from a photographer with a keen eye for detail, creating timeless art from your special events.
Thistle Hill Guest House
The privacy and tranquility of Thistle Hill Guesthouse make it a premium choice for events with onsite group accommodation. Perfect for weddings, corporate groups, teams and retreats.
The Beltree
The Beltree is a unique venue where rustic charm meets refined luxury, ideal for weddings, retreats, and special events.
Wild Thing Photobooth
Wild Thing Photo Booths offer hours of entertainment for you and your guests and captures those great memories.
Chantilly Rose Exquisite Weddings
Crafting exceptional weddings for people with exquisite tastes
Chris London
Chris London’s rich, warm, unequivocally Aussie voice is sure to create a welcoming atmosphere at your special event. Chris’s amazing musical breadth means that he can evoke a tear or get your crowd dancing through the power of music.
Cherry Hwy
Cherry Hwy delivers a one of a kind vintage gelato and sorbet experience across the Hunter Valley, featuring over 50 flavours and fully customised dessert catering for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations
Advance Greater Cessnock
Accessible, free local government guidance to help foster your events, or grow your events business.
Bellbird Community Hall
Bellbird Community Hall is available for hire. It's timber floors, and generous capacity for 171 people make it a versatile venue for classes, workshops, parties and performances.
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