The Mid North Coast covers the Worimi, Biripai, Dunghutti and Gumbaynggirr Nations with increasing opportunities for visitors to experience Indigenous culture.

Every week there are local annual events being staged up and down the coast. You will be spoilt for choice with the creative things to see and do.

Local markets are a window into the heart of any community, particularly in the country. Here you will find lovingly made crafts, innovative art, homemade goodies, fresh local produce and the odd vintage treasure. 

A great way to discover an area is to set out on foot and gain a sense of place. There are a number of self-guided tours and heritage walks you can follow on the Mid North Coast.

What better way to discover or buy some art, than by combining the experience with a great coffee or meal?

It is not surprising that with such an inspirational landscape and relaxed lifestyle that the Mid North Coast has become the home of many talented and respected artists.

The rich heritage of the Mid North Coast is found not only in the stories and collections of our museums but also in our buildings and landscapes.

Inclusive tourism is about creating an environment where all people feel welcome and included, empowering them to enjoy new experiences.

There is always something creative to do with Kids on the Mid North Coast whether it’s after school or holiday times.

You can tell a lot about an area by what the locals have chosen to collect and keep. Tucked away in museums big and small, all over the Mid North Coast, are some rare treasures and some very everyday objects.

Explore the history and stories of the region through your smartphone, tablet or computer. Watch history come alive by selecting one of our digital trails.

Performing arts on the Mid North Coast knows no bounds from small local theatre companies performing in community halls to major leading companies appearing in world-class facilities.

Public art celebrates local stories and aspects of the landscape and heritage of the area.  There are many fine examples of public art in our region that will delight and inspire. 

This regional trail provides our picks of the best places to find recycled art and the places to uncover the trash you might turn into you own artwork.

The Waterfall Way is one of the major scenic routes of New South Wales. It is also the location of numerous creative and arts activities and three of our designated Creative Communities.

The written word can be a powerful tool of art and creativity. This trail includes local, quirky bookshops and regular writers events, plenty of inspiration to sit and read or write - whether on a beach or under a tree on the Mid North Coast.