Eco and Education - The Lakes Festival | Itineraries

Sat 9 Nov, 4-9pm, The Entrance

Light Up The Lake

Be amazed by headliner Boo Seeka, with BELLA AMOR, RAAVE Tapes, False London and Daytrip. Fun activities, licensed area, roving performers, and fantastic food, followed by fireworks display that will literally Light Up The Lake!

Sat 9, Sun 10, Sat 16 & Sun 17 Nov, The Entrance

Pelican Time

Join us for a brand new eco-friendly Pelican educational experience that gives locals and guests a unique insight into one of the region's special birds, the Pelican.

Fri 8- Sun 17 November, All Day, Budgewoi

Hills Hoist Exchange: Swimming clothes and accessories Swap

The Hills Hoist Exchange is an interactive art installation and sustainable swap event. Take and exchange preloved swimwear promoting a circular economy and community sharing.

Sat 9 Nov, 3-6pm, The Entrance

Kayak The Entrance

Enjoy a free kayak paddle on beautiful Tuggerah Lake. Learn about habitats and the Little Tern and how we can all care for our catchments.

Sat 9 and Sun 10 Nov, from 10am, Hardys Bay

Killcare Waterways & Marine Life Tour

Enjoy a 2 hour tour to explore the waterways and learn about the animals and rich history of the area in safety and style, aboard an Eco tour vessel.

Mon 11, Tue 12 & Wed 13 November, 10-11am, East Gosford

Working Water Craft - make and create with us

Pre-schoolers and parents are invited to create a 3D flying boat, based on artist Guy Warrens painting ‘Icon for a traveller- 1984’, from the Central Coast Councils Art Collection. Using recycled cardboard and paint, we invite you to explore 3D forms, together, you will be guided by one of our wonderful art tutors to create an imaginary flying boat.

Tue 12 Nov, 9am-1pm, Gosford

1Coast Sustainable Activation Day

Discover how to keep Our Coast clean and protect our waterways with activities and games to inspire waste avoidance, waste reduction and resource recovery for a sustainable future. There will be plenty of kids activities and entertainment all day!

Tue 12 Nov, 7-9:30pm, Kincumber

Kincumba Night Adventure

Join Council's Environmental Education staff on a night adventure into the forest at Kincumba Mountain and discover some of Australia's nocturnal animals. The bush really comes to life after dark with sounds and movements. You never know what you will see!

Wed 13 Nov, 9:30am-12:30pm & 11:45am-3pm, Avoca Beach

Avoca Lagoon Kayaking Ecotour

Join the Community Environment Network and AquaFun to explore the amazing wetland areas of Avoca Lagoon by kayak, through a 2-hour guided ecotour, and experience the famous “jumping fish”, pelicans, herons, cormorants and more, that call this wetland home.

Wed 13 Nov, 10am-1pm, Long Jetty

Take 3 for the Sea Cleanup Day

Plastic pollution is killing wildlife and marine life, devastating oceans and threatening the health of our planet. Join us and the Take 3 team for The Lakes Festival Community Clean Up and make a positive difference helping a global movement to reduce plastic pollution and waste.

Thur 14 Nov, 9am-12pm, Chain Valley Bay

Kayak Lake Mac

Enjoy a free kayak paddle on beautiful Lake Macquarie. Learn about underwater habitats and how we can all care for our catchments.

Fri 15 Nov, 10am-1pm, Budgewoi

1Coast Sustainable Activation Day

Discover how to keep Our Coast clean and protect our waterways with activities and games to inspire waste avoidance, waste reduction and resource recovery for a sustainable future. There will be plenty of kids activities and entertainment all day!

Fri 15 Nov, 4-9pm, Terrigal

Marine Magic Outdoor Cinema and Arts Fair

Dive into an evening of Marine Magic with art, circus fun, face painting and environmental education right by the beautiful Marine Centre and waterfront in Terrigal! Once the sun sets, kick back and watch a family friendly movie on the big screen.

Sat 16 Nov, 4-8pm, Avoca Beach

The Wonders of Water - a full moon celebration of water through arts

A free family-friendly event celebrating water through art, culture, and community under the full moon at Avoca Lake. Enjoy dance, music, storytelling, visual arts, and more.