Superstars on Stage | Rock N Roll Nostalgia Tribute Show | Harbour Cruise
An exciting journey through musical history featuring tributes to music legends like Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Tom Jones, and More!
**MV Calmer is a unique, marine based, venue. Please read all important information, terms and conditions prior to booking to ensure this event is suitable for your individual requirements.**
🎙️ SUPERSTARS ON STAGE
Buddy Holly • Elvis • John Denver - Tom Jones & More
Sunday 27 September 2026 | 12:00pm–3:00pm | Newcastle Harbour
The legends. The songs. The unmistakable sound of rock ’n’ roll — live on Newcastle Harbour.
Step aboard MV Calmer for an unforgettable Sunday afternoon celebrating some of the greatest voices and biggest hits from the golden era of rock ’n’ roll.
Superstars on Stage brings an exciting journey through musical history featuring costumed tributes to music legends like Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Tom Jones, Johnny O Keefe, Neil Diamond, John Denver & More!
This spectacular show starring Ron Man (aka Aaron Mansfield) has been a huge hit at the Parkes Elvis Festival for several years, and also featured on Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas for Blue Suede Cruise in 2023.
This is three hours made for anyone who loves the music that defined a generation!
Cruise Newcastle Harbour, grab a drink from the onboard bar and settle in for an afternoon of live entertainment, spectacular harbour views and timeless hitsaboard one of Newcastle’s most unique entertainment venues.
Whether you grew up with these songs or simply love great live music, this is one Sunday session you won’t want to miss.
🎸 THE SHOW
✨ Buddy Holly
⚡ Elvis Presley
🎸 Johnn Denver
🎶 Plus more rock ’n’ roll favourites
Expect emotional ballads, jukebox classics, country-rock favourites and dance-floor hits from an era when guitars were loud and some of music’s biggest stars were born.
Sing along. Dance. Reminisce. Experience the legends live on the harbour.
🎟️ YOUR TICKET INCLUDES
🚢 3-hour Newcastle Harbour cruise aboard MV Calmer
🎙️ Live tribute performance
🎸 Music celebrating Buddy Holly, Elvis, John Denver, Tom Jones & more
🌊 Spectacular Newcastle Harbour views
💃 Plenty of opportunity to sing, dance and enjoy the show
🍹 Licensed onboard bars with drinks available for purchase
🎉 PERFECT FOR
🎂 Birthday celebrations
👫 Catch-ups with friends
💃 Groups looking for a fun Sunday afternoon out
🎸 Classic rock ’n’ roll and country music fans
❤️ Elvis, Roy Orbison and Johnny Cash lovers
🌊 Anyone looking for something different to do in Newcastle
Get the group together and experience some of the most iconic songs ever recorded with Newcastle Harbour as the backdrop.
🚢 EVENT DETAILS
📅 Sunday 27 September 2026
🕛 Cruise: 12:00pm–3:00pm
⏰ Check-in opens approximately 30 minutes prior to departure
📍 Queens Wharf Ferry Terminal, Wharf Road, Newcastle NSW
Please arrive early. MV Calmer operates to a fixed cruising schedule and cannot wait for late passengers.
🎟️ DON’T MISS THE BOAT
With limited capacity aboard MV Calmer, we recommend booking early — particularly if you’re planning to attend with friends or as a group.
If the music of Elvis, Buddy Holly, Tom Jones and the legends of rock ’n’ roll still gets you singing, this afternoon is for you.
One harbour. One stage. A whole lot of legendary music.
👉 Secure your tickets now and join us aboard MV Calmer for Superstars on Stage.
⚠️ Important Information, terms & conditions
🔁 Refund Policy: Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable
🔞 18+ Event – Authorised photo ID required.
- Licensed venue. Events operate under strict licensing and RSA regulations.
- Valid photo ID Required
- Group Bookings and Purchaser Responsibility: Where one person purchases tickets on behalf of multiple attendees or a group, the purchaser is responsible for ensuring that every person attending under that booking is provided with, and is fully aware of, all relevant event information, entry requirements, policies, terms and conditions before the event date.
- All event information, terms and conditions are made available on the ticketing page at the time of purchase. A guest’s failure to read, receive or understand this information does not provide grounds for a refund, credit, transfer or other compensation.
- Drinks available for purchase
- Food for purchase - Any menu provided is indicative only and subject to change without notice.
- Allergen Notice: Our onboard kitchen operates in a shared environment and cannot be considered allergen-free. While care is taken in preparation, we are unable to guarantee the complete absence of allergens, including gluten, due to the risk of cross-contamination. For guests with significant intolerance, severe allergies or specific dietary requirements, we recommend carefully considering whether the available options and onboard kitchen environment are suitable for your individual needs before booking. Dietary or allergen-related unsuitability does not constitute grounds for a refund.
- Cash and card accepted.
- Strictly NO BYO food or beverages
- Heels Policy – The MV Calmer has steep stairs, so tall or pointy heels are not permitted. Small chunky heels are fine!
- Limited Seating Notice: This is a concert, event viewing, style cruise and is not a table-service or seated-viewing event. The vessel layout is determined by All Event Cruises with event flow, passenger movement, dance floor space and onboard safety in mind. Limited unreserved seating is available throughout the vessel, however seating cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Guests must not bring their own chairs, stools or other seating onto the vessel. Bringing personal seating may create safety or access issues and may result in refusal of entry. Guests are encouraged to view prior event photo albums on our social media pages before booking to get a clear understanding of the event style, vessel setup and atmosphere. Suitability of the event is at the patron’s discretion prior to purchase. Unsuitability based on seating preferences, event format or personal requirements does not constitute grounds for a refund.
- Accessibility: Please note that MV Calmer is not a fully accessible venue due to wharf, gangway and vessel design. The vessel cannot accommodate wheelchairs. It is the responsibility of the ticket purchaser and attendees to assess whether the vessel and event are suitable for their individual accessibility, mobility or personal needs before purchasing tickets. Guests should contact us before booking to discuss suitability. Lack of suitability based on accessibility or personal requirements does not constitute grounds for a refund
- Bag Policy: For safety and security reasons bags larger than a purse or clutch size are not permitted onboard. All bags will be searched prior to boarding. Guest that arrive with larger bags such as backpacks, totes and other items may be refused admission without refund.
- No mid-cruise drop-offs or pickups.
- Total cruise duration may be inclusive of embarkation/disembarkation. All indicated times may be adjusted at the discretion of AEC management, and, or vessel Captain.
- Do not leave bags or other personal items unattended while on-board the vessel. All Event Cruises Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any lost, damaged or stolen personal items.
- No need to stress about the weather! Rain doesn't stop the boat from cruising, and there is plenty inside space on the main and mid decks for an epic time! so you don't have to worry about what the weather is doing.
- CCTV & Security Notice: For the safety, security, and enjoyment of all guests, crew, and staff, MV Calmer is monitored by CCTV surveillance. By purchasing a ticket and boarding the vessel, guests acknowledge and consent to CCTV recording and security procedures.
- Professional photography and video may be captured - By purchasing a ticket and boarding the vessel, you acknowledge that photography and videography may occur during the event. You consent to All Event Cruises Pty Ltd using any images or footage of you for marketing, promotional, and operational purposes, without compensation.
- Event Conditions: All Event Cruises reserves the right to refuse entry or remove guests who do not comply with venue policies, safety requirements, or responsible service of alcohol regulations, and all applicable legislation.
- Departure Policy: Vessel always aims to depart at the scheduled time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
- All Sales Final: Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organiser.
