Previous events.


Meat Raffle & Wings!
Mar
5

Meat Raffle & Wings!

Thursday nights just got better at the Royal.

  • Meat raffle from 5.30pm

  • $2 chicken wings from 6.00pm, while stocks last!

  • $6 schooners of Dungog Draught or Pale Ale

  • Joker Poker - weekly jackpot up to $250!


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Trivia Night
Mar
4

Trivia Night

Join our popular Wednesday trivia night.

Questions kick off at 6.30pm, with teams of up to 6 welcome. Book a table for dinner, bring your mates, or come along solo and join the fun. Plenty of laughs, friendly competition and prizes up for grabs.


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Sunday Roast lunch
Mar
1

Sunday Roast lunch

Gather the family, meet friends, or make it your end-of-week ritual.

You can order our Sunday roast lunch special from 11.30am until sold out, it always hits the spot!

Call us on 0418 44 33 98 if you'd like to reserve a spot.


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Movie Night: Roman Holiday
Feb
26

Movie Night: Roman Holiday

Free movie screening

Our next Classic film night is Thursday 26th at 7.30pm, this time featuring 'Roman Holiday'.

Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn bring romance to the streets of Rome, with some of Italy’s most iconic scenery as the backdrop. Perfect for anyone who has travelled there, or dreams of going.

Join us from 5.30pm for dinner, drinks and popcorn before the film begins.


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Meat Raffle & Wings!
Feb
26

Meat Raffle & Wings!

Thursday nights just got better at the Royal.

  • Meat raffle from 5.30pm

  • $2 chicken wings from 6.00pm, while stocks last!

  • $6 schooners of Dungog Draught or Pale Ale


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Trivia Night
Feb
25

Trivia Night

Join our popular Wednesday trivia night.

Questions kick off at 6.30pm, with teams of up to 6 welcome. Book a table for dinner, bring your mates, or come along solo and join the fun. Plenty of laughs, friendly competition and prizes up for grabs.


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Burns Night
Feb
21

Burns Night

Join us for our take on Robbie Burns Night!

This Saturday from 6.30pm we’re hosting our own take on Robbie Burns Night, celebrating the Scottish history of settlement in our region. Expect whisky tasting, bagpipes, songs and poetry, with plenty of opportunity for guests to contribute a tune or verse of their own.

There’s no charge to attend. Meals and drinks are available from the menu.

You can also try a whisky tasting of four varieties for $25.

Come along for a warm, lively evening with a touch of Scotland in Dungog.


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Trivia Night
Feb
18

Trivia Night

Join our popular Wednesday trivia night.

Questions kick off at 6.30pm, with teams of up to 6 welcome. Book a table for dinner, bring your mates, or come along solo and join the fun. Plenty of laughs, friendly competition and prizes up for grabs.


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Valentine's Day at the Royal
Feb
14

Valentine's Day at the Royal

Whether you’re bringing the love of your life, your best mate, or someone you just enjoy sharing a good meal with, Valentine’s Day at the Royal is all about keeping things easy.

Book your Valentine’s Day dinner on 0418 44 33 98 and enjoy a little something extra on us – a free glass of bubbles on arrival and a dessert to share.

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We Mavericks
Feb
13

We Mavericks

Masters in the art of connection, this rare union of original musical minds reach right into your soul by playing straight from theirs.

You could call them contemp-folk, alt-country or chamber-pop, but no words describe the wonderful way they connect with their audiences.

This duo of duos bring worldly originals that pack a punch: Songstress Victoria Vigenser gives meaning to cliches with her phenomenal voice and driving guitar, while violin/mandolin maestro Lindsay Martin pulls hundreds of emotions from one set of strings. With depth and feeling, internationally renowned cellist Rachel Johnston will bring a tear to your eye with stunning skill, as musical mastermind Trent Arkleysmith adds complex and sensitive layers to every track with cello, mandolin and banjo. Oh, and did we mention - they all sing!?!

Currently touring new album “Heart of Silver” to worldwide acclaim, they have received rave reviews across the UK, Europe and Australia. Having already amassed a multitude of accolades including nominations as 'Best Folk Artist' in both the Aotearoa Music Awards and the Australian Folk Music Awards, it’s no wonder they are becoming international festival favourites.

"Discovery of the festival" Rock n Reel Magazine, UK

“An undoubted masterclass in music delivery and songwriting” Fatea Records, UK

“An impressive dynamic” Sounds of South, Germany

"Heavenly harmonies, sublime strings" Libel Music, NZ

“Simply wow!” Die Rheinpfalz, Germany

Tickets: $25 + booking fee


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Movie Screening: MAD MAX
Feb
12

Movie Screening: MAD MAX

Settle in for our third Aussie classic movie night, this week it’s MAD MAX on the big screen.

Grab dinner, try your luck in the meat raffle, and settle in for the night!

Free screening.

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Meat Raffle & Wings!
Feb
12

Meat Raffle & Wings!

Thursday nights just got better at the Royal.

From this week, we’re introducing two new weekly favourites that are all about good food, cold drinks, and supporting the local community.

  • Meat raffle from 5.30pm, proudly supporting Dungog Radio. There will be great prizes plus a Joker Jackpot!

  • $2 chicken wings from 6.00pm, while stocks last! Enjoy them as an entrée to our main menu, or make a meal of wings!


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Trivia Night
Feb
11

Trivia Night

Our popular Wednesday trivia night has returned in 2026 with a bang.

Questions kick off at 6.30pm, with teams of up to 6 welcome. Book a table for dinner, bring your mates, or come along solo and join the fun. Plenty of laughs, friendly competition and prizes up for grabs.


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Joseph Tawadros
Feb
7

Joseph Tawadros

JOSEPH TAWADROS (AM) born in Cairo, raised in Australia, tours the world and returns to Dungog on 7 February!

Joseph Tawadros AM is a leading Oud virtuoso, composer and 8 time ARIA-award winner. His chosen instrument, the Oud is an Arabic lute, the ancestor of the lute and modern guitar.

A virtuoso of diversity and sensitivity, Joseph performs in concert halls worldwide and is known for his brilliant technique, deep musicianship, storytelling and joyous style of performance. Joseph’s drive to push musical boundaries has inspired collaborations with diverse performers and a solid repertoire of innovative, original music.

He performs live as a soloist, in duo with his brother James on Egyptian percussion, with his jazz quartet or with chamber orchestras and symphony orchestras all over the world.

“One of the most impressive musicians to emerge in Australia ... with a dazzling technique dispensing hair-raising tempos ... His writing displays a real depth of emotion ... revelling in a zest for life and celebration.” - THE AUSTRALIAN

Tickets: $40 + booking fee


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Meat Raffle & Wings!
Feb
5

Meat Raffle & Wings!

Thursday nights just got better at the Royal.

From this week, we’re introducing two new weekly favourites that are all about good food, cold drinks, and supporting the local community.

  • Meat raffle from 5.30pm, proudly supporting Dungog Radio. There will be great prizes plus a Joker Jackpot!

  • $2 chicken wings from 6.00pm, while stocks last! Enjoy them as an entrée to our main menu, or make a meal of wings!

  • PLUS we'll have $6 schooners of Dungog Draught or Pale Ale.

Cheers to that! A great excuse to kick off the weekend early.


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Trivia Night
Feb
4

Trivia Night

Our popular Wednesday trivia night has returned in 2026 with a bang.

Questions kick off at 6.30pm, with teams of up to 6 welcome. Book a table for dinner, bring your mates, or come along solo and join the fun. Plenty of laughs, friendly competition and prizes up for grabs.


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Loosely Woven
Jan
31

Loosely Woven

Acclaimed folk ensemble Loosely Woven performing on Saturday 31 January - 7.30pm, in a free concert. Loosely Woven consists of around 20 instrumentalists and singers, with music ranging from folk to pop to grand opera - something for everybody.


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Aussie Classic Film Night - Muriel's Wedding
Jan
29

Aussie Classic Film Night - Muriel's Wedding

Take a trip to Porpoise Spit!

After a great turnout for our first film night of 2026, we’re delighted to bring back another much-loved Australian classic. Join us for a special screening of Muriel’s Wedding on Thursday 29 January.

Come in from 5.30pm for dinner, cocktails and popcorn, then settle into our comfy chairs for a visit to Porpoise Spit when the movie starts at 7.30pm. A relaxed night out, great food and a film that never gets old.

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Trivia Night
Jan
21

Trivia Night

Trivia is BACK for 2026!

We’re looking forward to seeing all our regulars (and new faces!) for our ever-popular Wednesday Trivia Night.

Questions start at 6.30pm sharp. Book a table for dinner, bring your team of up to 6 people or come along solo. Lot’s of fun and prizes to be had, all welcome.


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The Castle - Free Film Screening
Jan
15

The Castle - Free Film Screening

Have a cocktail, a meal, and settle into a comfy chair for a free screening of Aussie Classic, The Castle (Rated M) on our big screen. Dinner available from 5.30pm, film starts at 7.30pm


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The Royal Christmas Carols
Dec
19

The Royal Christmas Carols

Holly Jolly Carols at The Royal

Join us for Christmas Carols on Friday 19 December at 6.00pm. We will supply the words and you bring the voices as we sing a few classics with some special guests.


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Sunday Roast lunch
Dec
14

Sunday Roast lunch

Join us for a Sunday Roast Lunch special at the Royal

Bring the gang together and enjoy a Sunday Roast lunch with the family. If a roast lunch isn’t your thing, never fear, our regular menu is also available.

Bookings preferred on 0418 44 33 98.


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PAD: The Thomsons
Dec
12

PAD: The Thomsons

Performing Artist Dungog Present…

Scott & Jenny Thomson (‘The Thomsons’) have entertained festival audiences across the Eastern seaboard for over a decade, quietly going about their business, delivering heartfelt ‘songs with a story’, with harmonies and delicate arrangements.  Be prepared to dust off your passport and meet a cast of characters from obscure corners of the globe that will inspire, provoke and delight.  ‘The Thomsons’ draw their music from a deep well of personal experience and extensive international travel. Scott received the 2024 Adam Lindsay Gordon songwriting award at the recent Penola Acoustic Music Festival in South Australia.


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Thursday Comfort Food
Dec
11

Thursday Comfort Food

Thursday = Comfort Food

After a couple of popular Japanese nights, this Thursday we're bringing you comfort food to help ease the end of year rush.

Settle in with a pulled pork burger, chicken wings, loaded fries and a Sapporo schooner for only $25. The next schooner is just $5, so bring your friends or family and unwind with us.


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Christmas Trivia Night
Dec
10

Christmas Trivia Night

Wednesday Night Trivia - Christmas style!

If you’re in a Christmas mood, this Wednesday night brings our end of year Christmas Trivia with silly questions, fun prizes and an award for best dressed Christmas outfit! Questions kick-off from 6.30pm.


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Sunday Roast lunch
Dec
7

Sunday Roast lunch

Join us for a Sunday Roast Lunch special at the Royal

Bring the gang together and enjoy a Sunday Roast lunch with the family. If a roast lunch isn’t your thing, never fear, our regular menu is also available.

Bookings preferred on 0418 44 33 98.


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Dungog Wholefoods Co-op Karaoke
Dec
6

Dungog Wholefoods Co-op Karaoke

Dust off your wigs, crack out the costumes, start singing in the shower or in front of the mirror because this Saturday 6th it's happening!

Whether you're a voguer, vocalist or a voyeur we can't wait to see you this Saturday right here at the Royal Hotel for the Dungog Wholefood Co-op Karaoke!

Prizes for best dressed and best performance. No need to book tickets in advance just come a bit early to register your song.

Register from 5.00pm. Kids hour from 5.30pm-6.30pm. Adults from 6.30pm.

  • Adults: $15

  • Concession: $10

  • Kids: $5

If you would like to join us for dinner, we recommend booking on 0418 44 33 98.

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Japanese Night
Dec
4

Japanese Night

Join us for Japanese Night!

Book now for our next Japanese Night. This time our chefs are presenting a six course fixed menu, $45 per person. Last time sold out, so be quick.

Japanese Night Menu:

  • Sushi Sashimi & Cali Roll

  • Tempura Prawn

  • Ramen

  • Teriyaki Salmon

  • Miso Butter Sirloin Steak

  • Matcha Brulee

Regular menu available too. Give us a call on 0418 44 33 98 to book your spot!


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Trivia Night
Dec
3

Trivia Night

Wednesday Night Trivia

Gather your friends or join solo for a fun, laid-back game night where everyone’s welcome. Enjoy mouthwatering meals, refreshing drinks, and plenty of laughs along the way.

With prizes to win after every round and a weekly jackpot up for grabs, there’s always something to play for!

Bring your team of 1-6 people and get ready to dive into the action – we kick off at 6:30pm sharp. Don’t miss it!


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Nov
30

Low Key presents: ‘RUMBLE at the ROYAL’

FREE GIG: Low Key’ presents: ‘RUMBLE at the ROYAL’

If you enjoyed listening to the music in Hooke Street provided for the recent ‘Dungog Rumble’ come to the Royal Hotel to have a better listen and enjoy an afternoon of music and fun….grab a drink, sit and relax. 

This show features local talent including students past and present from Dungog High School.

It will be a fun afternoon, showcasing performers from the local and Newcastle area. Some at school, some at University and others who are making a mark in their employment in the Hunter.

 Come along…you are all welcome at the Royal Hotel.

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