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United by seven iconic bridges across a bustling Quayside, Newcastle and Gateshead form a single, diverse and extremely vibrant visitor destination in the North East of England.
Get ready to be charmed by the famous Geordie spirit in a city bursting with thriving nightlife, an award-winning restaurant scene, top-notch attractions and museums and places to stay which span comfortable affordability to four-star luxury.
Choose from a wealth of things to do in NewcastleGateshead and discover the unexpected with centuries-old history and heritage, breathtaking architecture and impressive innovation. Undeniably, NewcastleGateshead is the go-to destination for roaring nightlife. Experience the pull of a night on the Toon and be wowed by excellent culture and events all year round – from showstopping theatre, comedy and live music that sits alongside the clubs, cocktail bars and independent breweries.
A passionate city bursting with Northern pride, visit NewcastleGateshead for world-class sport at iconic venues.
Stay with us in NewcastleGateshead and explore further afield from striking city centre to beautiful coastline and rugged countryside – a varied experience all wrapped up in one visit.
Delve into our official tourism guide for NewcastleGateshead to discover the North East’s most vibrant destination.
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Sparkling Afternoon Tea for Two at BlackfriarsStep back in time with a Sparkling Afternoon Tea...
November 4th 2026 to November 28th 2026
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Seen by almost 12 million people across five continents and honoured with more than 8...
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February 7th 2026 to November 28th 2026
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7 Feb 2026 to 28 Nov 2026
Wylam Brewery are back with their 2026 Food Battles - a series of exciting events...
October 24th 2026 to October 31st 2026
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24 Oct 2026 to 31 Oct 2026
Newcastle City Centre
The only thing more terrifying than a horrifying Halloween All-Nighter... is TWO Halloween-All Nighters!NIGHT 1...
October 24th 2026 to November 1st 2026
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24 Oct 2026 to 1 Nov 2026
Step into the spectacular world of Gandey’s K-Pop Dragon Circus — a dazzling fusion of...
October 28th 2026 to January 17th 2027
Entertainment
28 Oct 2026 to 17 Jan 2027
Over time, several reproductions of the Bayeux Tapestry have been made. However, only rarely have...
October 28th 2026 to September 5th 2027
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28 Oct 2026 to 5 Sept 2027
Discovery Museum’s exhibition exploresthe story of energy in the North East by looking back to...
October 28th 2026 to December 20th 2026
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28 Oct 2026 to 20 Dec 2026
A display celebrating the iconic Swing Bridge that connects Newcastle and Gateshead, for its 150th...
October 28th 2026 to January 17th 2027
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28 Oct 2026 to 17 Jan 2027
Picture This: Someone Like Me is an artwork exhibition that creatively showcases postgraduate research happening...
October 28th 2026 to December 31st 2026
Heritage
28 Oct 2026 to 31 Dec 2026
Beacon Films presents a series of films exploring what treasure means. Each filmmaker took on...
October 28th 2026 to November 2nd 2026
Heritage
28 Oct 2026 to 2 Nov 2026
From the 1st October to the 2nd November, explore Newcastle Castle, and the city that...
October 28th 2026 to January 17th 2027
Heritage
28 Oct 2026 to 17 Jan 2027
The eight-metre-long embroidery chronicles the conquest of the British high street by Greggs' most treasured...
October 28th 2026 to January 31st 2027
Heritage
28 Oct 2026 to 31 Jan 2027
Jewish Industrialists on the Team Valley: the formative years of a trading estate 1936-1945 tells...
October 28th 2026 to April 11th 2027
Entertainment
28 Oct 2026 to 11 Apr 2027
Get ready to vroom, whoosh, beep-beep and choo-choo!Discovery Museum’s brand-new gallery space will launch with...
October 28th 2026 to November 1st 2026
Family
28 Oct 2026 to 1 Nov 2026
Gateshead
Step into the spectacular world of Gandey’s K-Pop Dragon Circus — a dazzling fusion of...
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Bonfire Night is fast approaching! From stunning stadium shows to local park displays, there are plenty of events lighting up Newcastle and Gateshead and the surrounding areas this November.
Find the perfect panto or festive, family performance in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East this Christmas...
Santa Claus is coming to Toon! Click here to find out where to meet Father Christmas in Newcastle and Gateshead.
We have pulled together Christmas experiences and events that you can currently book tickets for in NewcastleGateshead. Tickets are booking up so fast this year so be quick!
Experience a Christmas city break in Newcastle and Gateshead. Read on for your guide to a Christmassy 48 hour holiday in NewcastleGateshead including things to do and where to stay.
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