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It's Christmas in the toon once again - and you're invited!
Discover more Image: Christmas at Beamish MuseumOur tips on how to buy festive presents from North East independent shops and businesses - as well as enjoy a day out in the toon! Please wear your masks when you go shopping in Newcastle.
Read moreBrowse a bustling variety of Christmas markets and artisan fairs in Newcastle, Jesmond, Ouseburn and along the Quayside.
Discover moreCheck out our guide to the quirky restaurants and cool bars in Newcastle. From foodie heaven in a 13th century priory to cocktails in a former Victorian toilet!
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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.
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Add a little magic to the festive season with a visit to see Father Christmas...
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1 Oct 2021 to 31 Mar 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Get out on the water this winter and Chill Out with CBK Adventures from October...
11 Oct 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Seasonal
11 Oct 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Quayside
Witness a spectacular urban light show from the water and paddle in an illuminated kayak...
16 Oct 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Family
16 Oct 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Marvel at Planet Earth this winter at Life Science Centre in Newcastle when art meets...
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Exhibition
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Discovery Museum invite you to explore Making Waves: A Festival of Sound running until 2...
7 Nov 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Seasonal
7 Nov 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Newcastle
The 2021 Fenwick Christmas Window is... Shaun the Sheep - The Flight Before Christmas. Visitors...
11 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Seasonal
11 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Newcastle
Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema - screening from Thursday 11 November - Christmas Eve 2021...
11 Nov 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Seasonal
11 Nov 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Newcastle
Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema at Fenwick Newcastle where a special screening of Aardman Animation...
13 Nov 2021 to 4 Feb 2022
Family
13 Nov 2021 to 4 Feb 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Life Science Centre invite you to join them for a season of wintry activities and...
13 Nov 2021 to 9 Jan 2022
Family
13 Nov 2021 to 9 Jan 2022
Newcastle
Ice Skating at Life returns for another festive year! Get your skates on outdoors from...
13 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Family
13 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Further Afield
What would Christmas be without a traditional visit to Santa’s Grotto to tell him what...
13 Nov 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Foodie
13 Nov 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Fenwick Newcastle have brought the charm of The Alps to their rooftop bar and restaurant...
15 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Family
15 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Add a little magic to the festive season with a visit to see Father Christmas...
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Post date: 15th November 2021
Newcastle is a great, Christmassy day out - and with a chance to explore the city as well as the local neighbourhoods, choose from a range of bustling Christmas markets and artisan fairs popping up in Jesmond, Ouseburn and along the Quayside.
Find out where you can experience Christmas Carol Services in NewcaslteGateshead this December.
Here are our recommendations for where you can enjoy your Christmas Dinner in Newcastle and Gateshead.
It’s a New Year and a new you, so what better way to celebrate than in Newcastle? Find out what is happening in NewcastleGateshead this New Year's Eve.
Read out blog to find out where to meet Father Christmas in Newcastle and Gateshead.
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