Youth Week
Each year, Youth Week is a chance for young people to connect with others, be heard, show off talents try something new, join competitions, catch live events, celebrate who they are and have fun.
Youth Week is an opportunity for young people aged 12 to 24 across NSW to come together in their local communities. Learn more about NSW Youth Week at nsw.gov.au/youth-week
On the Central Coast with support from the NSW Government, we collaborate with local community organisations and service providers and present an annual Youth Week calendar of events and activities - making it easy to find what's on across the region.
Each year, we also honour and celebrating outstanding young people who have made significant contributions to the Central Coast community through our Youth Week Awards.
What you can do during Youth Week
- Connect with others in the community through local events and activities
- Build skills and try new experiences through workshops and programs
- Showcase talents and celebrate the diversity of young people
- Have your voice heard by taking part in youth-led activities and local initiatives
Youth Week 2026
Youth Week is running from 16 to 26 April 2026 with an exciting line up of Central Coast events, designed by and for young people aged 12 to 24 years.
Youth Week's 2026 theme, ‘Dream, Dare, Do’, celebrates creativity and courage, inspiring young people to dream big and take real steps towards making those dreams happen.
There's a range of interesting events on offer by Council, local community organisations and service providers so take a look to see what's on near you.
Youth Week 2026 Central Coast event calendar
