Lantern Night Picnic & Community Showcase | Village in the City - Jesmond 2026

🏮 Lantern Night Picnic & Community Showcase 🏮

📅 Join us for an enchanting winter picnic!
✨ Enjoy blankets, warm drinks, and soft lighting while participating in an inspiring indoor community showcase featuring music, poetry, and short performances!

🔆 This vibrant three-part series at the Jesmond Neighbourhood Centre and Heaton Park is a City of Newcastle initiative, bringing young people, families, and fun-seekers together through food, music, art, and culture.
🌍 In alignment with Refugee Week 2026's theme ‘A Million Stories’, we celebrate cultural diversity and promote connection through the Neighbourly Newy Program.

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 🎤
• Family-friendly activities curated to reflect local interests and needs 🎨

🤝 Why It Matters:
Village in the City reinforces Jesmond’s vibrant community spirit and inclusivity while addressing the unique challenges faced by residents. By fostering welcoming, culturally safe spaces, we enhance social resilience and deepen neighborhood ties.

🌧️ Weather & Accessibility:

• Wet-weather plans in place ☔
• Inclusive activities for all ages and backgrounds

📣 Spread the Word:
Help us reach all residents in the western suburbs! Share the dates, bring a friend, and join us in building a stronger, more connected Jesmond.

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