School Holidays: Model Newcastle – Minecraft

Friday 23 January 2026
10am - 12pm or 2 - 4pm
2 hours per session
Join us at Newcastle Museum for an exciting creative adventure! Together, we’ll recreate our city in Minecraft, building iconic landmarks and exploring Newcastle in a whole new way. Perfect for gamers, creators and curious minds - come help shape Newcastle, block by block!

Ages: 8 years+

Cost: $5

Bookings essential.

If you have any access or inclusion needs, you will be able to advise us when booking.

Newcastle Museum is supported by Create NSW.

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Dates

  • Friday 23 January 2026 10:00 am
    2:00 pm
Additional ticket and processing fees apply.

Prices

  • All tickets $5
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Contact

Venue

Newcastle Museum
6 Workshop Way
Newcastle
2300

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