Maitland City Council has completed the final stage of the $7 million redevelopment of Harold Gregson Reserve, with the official opening of the park’s new play tower, events lawn and amphitheatre. The completion of Harold Gregson Reserve is the final part of the broader $27 million Maitland Regional Sports Complex project.
To celebrate the milestone, Maitland City Council will be hosting a free, family friendly event on Saturday 20 July from 2.00pm to 8.00pm with live music in the new amphitheatre, kid’s activities, inflatable games, food trucks and more for the family and friends to enjoy.
New elements of Harold Gregson Reserve, including the play tower, stage and bleacher seating, were funded by the NSW Government’s Resources for Regions Program.
Amphitheatre PROGRAM
| TIME | ARTIST |
|---|---|
| 2.30pm - 3.30pm | The Quokkas |
| 3.45pm - 4.45pm | Saralyn |
| 5.15pm - 6.15pm | Magpie Diaries |
| 6.45pm - 7.45pm | Lane Pittman |
kids gymnastics
Maitland PCYC will be coming along to teach kids gymnastics and run a range of fun drills.
INFLATABLE GAMES
There will be a range of inflatable games from giant soccer, dart board basketball inflatable games and more located on the event lawn from 2.00pm - 8.00pm.
LAWN GAMES
There will be an array of lawn games for families and children to play with on the events lawn.
REMOTE CONTROL CARS
The Maitland Off Road Radio Controlled Car Club will be hosting a series of activities from 2.00pm to 8.00pm. Don't miss out on the action and the chance to see these RC cars in action.
ROLLER SKATE RINK
From 5.00pm - 8.00pm, the basketball court will transform into a pop up roller skating disco. Open to all ages and roller skating abilities.
BYO roller skates and safety protective gear (not available for hire).
FOOD TRUCKS
There will be plenty of food and drink on offer for the whole family to enjoy.
FREE POPCORN
Enjoying your evening with the complimentary delight of free popcorn.
SKate PArk
Bring along your skateboard and enjoy the skate park
FAQ's
It will be held at Harold Gregson Reserve, High Street, Maitland NSW
2.00pm – 8.00pm
Harold Gregson Reserve Launch Event is a free event for all to attend.
Dogs are permitted on site, however they must be on a leash and with their owner at all times.
We ask that dog owners respect the event site as well as other event attendees by picking up after your dog.
There will be a range of activities available for event attendees.
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There will be a number of food stalls at the event for the whole family to enjoy.
During this time, patrons can bring and consume small quantities of alcohol within the event site.
There will be no alcohol sales within the event.
GETTING HERE
High Street Station is only a three minute walk from the event.
Please visit www.transportnsw.info for full timetable information.
There are a range of transport options including bus, train and taxi.
High Street Station being only a short 3 minute walk from the event site, catching a train into Harold Gregson Reserve is one of the easiest ways to get into the event.
Visit Transport NSW for the latest timetables and to plan your trip.
There is a range of car parks available around Central Maitland if you choose to drive to the event
- Harold Gregson Reserve Carpark
- High Street
- Carpark at Maitland Regional Athletics Centre
- Maitland Regional Sportsground
Each of the car parks listed have accessible parking available.
Please refer to the map below for parking locations.
Maitland Events is committed to making our events a safe, inclusive and enjoyable event for all.
For people with a disability or those with accessibility requirements coming along to our events who would like further information on the site specifics or require alternative arrangement assistance prior to the event, please feel free to contact the Maitland Events Team on 4931 2801 or email [email protected]
