It’s Time to Celebrate!

MerryFest is back! Join Home in Place's biggest festive celebration of the year, now across two locations, making it easier than ever for more tenants to join the fun.

Bring your family and festive spirit for a day filled with entertainment, activities, great food and Christmas cheer. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

DATE 1 - Merryfest Gosford - Friday 18th of December, 2026 | Gosford Showground, Showground Road.

DATE 2 - MerryFest Maitland - Monday 21st of December, 2026 | Maitland Showground, Blomfield Road.

Who’s it for?

All Home in Place tenants from Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Taree, Upper Hunter, East Maitland, and the Central Coast.

What’s on?

Fun rides and jumping castles
Live entertainment and festive music
A delicious BBQ lunch
The popular Tenants Got Talent competition
Christmas activities and surprises

Need a lift?

We've got you covered! Free transport will be available from selected locations. You must book your seat when registering. Pick-up times and transport details will be provided closer to the event.

Gosford Merryfest | 18th December

Depart the Meeting Place, Tumbi Umbi.

Maitland Merryfest | 21st December

Depart Forster and Tuncurry
Depart Scone, Muswellbrook and Singleton

Step into the Spotlight - Register for the Tenants Got Talent competition!

Whether you're a singer, dancer, musician, comedian, magician, poet or have a unique skill to showcase, we'd love to see it! The Tenants Got Talent showcase is all about celebrating the amazing talents within our Home in Place community.

Simply let us know when booking your ticket if you'd like to perform, and we'll be in touch with everything you need to know.

Important:

All children under 18 must be supervised by an adult.
Extra guests may be possible, but priority goes to Home in Place tenants.
Home in Place reserves the right to refuse entry, or cancel tickets if necessary, and will provide notice wherever possible.
In case of unsafe weather conditions, the event may be cancelled or rescheduled. Tenants will be informed at the earliest opportunity.

Questions?

Call Home in Place on 1300 333 733 or email communityevents@homeinplace.org.

Home in Place Tenant MerryFest Events 2026

Choose your tickets

General Admission - Adult Tenant ticket

General Admission - Child Tenant ticket

General Admission - Adult Non Tenant ticket

General Admission - Child Non Tenant ticket