Bandfest Newcastle

Region: Regional North | Newcastle / Lake Macquarie
Kindergarten to Year 12
Program Music

Bandfest Newcastle celebrates the performance development of primary and secondary public school bands and is for the enjoyment and enrichment of all school ages.

Bandfest provides an opportunity for school bands to display their progress over the year, observe other bands and receive constructive feedback from recognised musical experts. It provides a learning experience for band members through listening and performance, in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

2026 festival

Dates

  • Monday 16 to Wednesday 18 November 2026 (Term 4 Week 6)

How to apply

Entries are now closed.

Applications close Friday 28 August 2026 5:00 pm (Term 3 Week 6).

Additional resources

Enquiries

Alison Gill
Coordinator
Heather Ross
Arts Coordination Officer
Phone
0448 556 818
Newcastle Conservatorium

Cnr Laman St and Auckland St
Newcastle NSW 2300
Australia

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All Arts Units programs are inclusive. If support is required to participate in Bandfest Newcastle, please email heather.l.williams@det.nsw.edu.au so we can assist.