what's on in the hunter valley
there's always something happening in the hunter valley, and we've rounded up a few events worth adding to your itinerary. from live music and local markets to food and wine experiences, there's plenty to see, do and discover while you're here. make a weekend of it, explore what's happening around the region and, of course, leave a little time to stop by john wallace for a wine (or two).
red hot summer tour
roche estate, 31st october
the red hot summer tour will create history in 2026, for the first time in 40 years, australian crawl will take to the stage, alongside the iconic men at work. they will be joined by an all-star aussie line-up featuring birds of tokyo, via & linda, eskimo joe, boom crash opera and ella hooper.
friday sundowners
john wallace wines, 13th november 4pm - 8pm
start the weekend the right way with friday sundowners at john wallace wines. think live music by pat mcmahon, delicious local eats by crudo bar, seriously good wine and cold beers from our mates at good folk brewery – all with vineyard views.
nsw golf open
the vintage golf course, 12th - 15th november
the vintage golf course, renowned for its stunning design and layout, is hosting the new golf open. watch some of Australia's top professionals and elite amateurs as they compete for the esteemed Kel angle trophy.
friday sundowners
john wallace wines, 20th november 4pm - 8pm
start the weekend the right way with friday sundowners at john wallace wines. think live music by kylie jane, delicious local eats, seriously good wine and cold beers from our mates at good folk brewery – all with vineyard views.
friday sundowners
john wallace wines, 27th november 4pm - 8pm
start the weekend the right way with friday sundowners at john wallace wines. think live music by isabella mcgavin, delicious local eats by soph's dumplings, seriously good wine and cold beers from our mates at good folk brewery – all with vineyard views.
a day on the green
bimbadgen estate, 5th december
r&b icons boyz II men are returning to australia for a day of the green for 2026. joining them for an unmissable celebration of timeless hits, iconic voices and era-defining anthems are rap royalty salt-n-pepa and, for the first time in australia, r&b and hip-hop pioneers bell biv devoe.
friday sundowners
john wallace wines, 11th december 4pm - 8pm
start the weekend the right way with friday sundowners at john wallace wines. think live music by lewis howells, delicious local eats by s.m.a.s.h trailer, seriously good wine and cold beers from our mates at good folk brewery – all with vineyard views.
