Bright Nights Bazaar & Dessert Challenge | Village in the City - Jesmond 2026

🎸 Bright Nights Bazaar & Tasting Trail 🫕
Join us for an unforgettable community experience at Village in the City – Jesmond 2026!

📅 Date: 19 June
🕓 Time: 4:00–7:30 PM

Get ready for a celebration filled with movement activities, indoor story circles, a mini tasting trail, live music, drumming, DJ performances, and percussion!

🔆 This vibrant event is proudly hosted by the City of Newcastle Community Planning & Development (CP&D) in collaboration with the Jesmond Working Group. Designed for young people, families, and everyone who loves fun, this community series at the Jesmond Neighbourhood Centre and Heaton Park promotes connection through food, art, music, and shared experiences.

🌈 What to Expect:

• Up to 13 food and market stalls
• Local entertainers and cultural performers
• Hands-on workshops
• A small stage for community announcements and performances
• Activities reflecting local needs and cultures
• A welcoming, family-friendly environment

🤝 Why It Matters:
This initiative not only celebrates Jesmond’s vibrant community spirit and cultural diversity but also seeks to address local issues by fostering meaningful connections and resilience. It aligns with the Refugee Week 2026 theme ‘A Million Stories’, showcasing our commitment to cultural diversity and inclusivity as part of the Neighbourly Newy Program.

🌧️ Weather & Accessibility:

• Wet-weather plans are in place
• Comprehensive safety risk assessments
• Inclusive activities for all ages and backgrounds

📣 Spread the Word!
Help us connect with residents across the western suburbs — share the details, bring a friend, and join us in strengthening our Jesmond community!

📍 Location: Parking Garage House, Jesmond NSW 2299, Australia
🔗 Get Tickets Here!