Get ready for an action-packed weekend on the shores of Lake Macquarie as Lake Mac Action Fest returns from Saturday, 17 to Sunday, 18 October 2026! With high-speed action on the water and plenty happening onshore, there’s something for everyone. Watch thrilling boat and jet ski races, enjoy live music and bustling markets, check out classic cars, and head along to the Morisset Show and Rodeo. Add in plenty of family-friendly activities and kids’ entertainment, and you’ve got one huge weekend of fun.
Sat 17th & Sun 18th October | Let’s Surf Lake Mac
7 am – 4 pm | Redhead Beach
Catch all the action at Let’s Surf, a Pro Junior Surf competition taking place at Redhead Beach. Showcasing Lake Macquarie’s stunning coastline, the event gives rising stars a pathway to the World Junior Surf Championships. Head down to the beach and cheer on the next generation of surfing talent!
Sat 17th & Sun 18th October| Offshore Superboat Championships
12 pm – 3 pm | Eleebana through to Warners Bay and Speers Point
Feel the adrenaline as the Offshore Superboat Championships roar into Lake Mac Action Fest! With new boats, powerful set-ups, and even more horsepower, the Round 1 season opener promises a spectacular weekend of racing.
Get up close to the action at the Empire Marina pit area, where you can meet the drivers, or pick your perfect vantage point along the lake. From Eleebana to Warners Bay and Speers Point, with the start/finish line at Marmong Point.
Sat 17th & Sun 18th October | Live Site Warners Bay
Times unknown | Warners Bay Foreshore
The foreshore is the perfect spot to soak up the Offshore Superboat Racing action. Race commentary will be broadcast across the event site, and a giant screen will bring all the on-water excitement to the crowd. When you’re not watching the boats battle it out, explore the markets, grab something to eat, or enjoy the amusements. There’s plenty to keep the kids entertained with activities throughout the weekend.
Sat 17th & Sun 18th October | Morisset Lake Mac Agricultural Show
9 am – 9 pm Sat, 9 am – 3.30 pm Sun | Morisset Showground
Enjoy two jam-packed days of family fun at the Morisset Lake Macquarie Agricultural Show. A true country celebration featuring horses, dogs, cattle, poultry, and goats. Explore the very best of local art, horticulture, craft, cooking, and fresh produce.
Saturday night lights up with a full rodeo program and spectacular fireworks. Over the weekend, you’ll find carnival rides, showbags, market stalls, and food vans. Live local entertainment, woodchopping, horse show, whip-cracking displays, and plenty more!
Sun 18th October | Show & Shine + Markets & Food
8 am – 2 pm | Speers Point Park
Speers Point Park will come alive as vintage, classic, custom, and muscle cars, hot rods, and motorbikes roll in for the Lake Mac Action Fest. Take part in the competition for top trophies and a chance to win lucky car prizes. Soak up the vibes with a DJ and enjoy a great mix of food trucks, coffee vans, and market stalls.
Sun 18th October | Fernleigh 15
7:30 am | Adamstown to Belmont Fernleigh Track
The Fernleigh 15 is back! Run, walk, or roll along the iconic Fernleigh Track. Take in the stunning surrounds of this former rail line, now one of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie’s most loved running and riding trails.
This 15km point-to-point event from Adamstown to Belmont offers exclusive access. The entire Fernleigh Track is closed to the public for the duration of the race.
For the complete schedule and up-to-date information, click through to Lake Mac Action Fest 2026
