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Grey Street, Newcastle
Explore the city's diverse range of cultural activities from free museums and art galleries to a lively music scene and showstopping theatre experiences.
You will not be short of things to do in Newcastle and Gateshead – a region oozing with art, culture and heritage.
Sage Gateshead
Every trip should include ticking off the must-see cultural hotspots and attractions. Stroll along Grey Street to admire the famous architecture, sit at the feet of the Angel of the North or gaze up at the spire of Newcastle Cathedral. The beauty of Newcastle is its compact city centre which means that you can eat, sleep and experience a wealth of cultural activities without having to travel far.
Take in the striking sweep of Sage Gateshead which cuts an imposing figure overlooking the Quayside. Pop into the music venue for lunch in their café while you choose from a packed programme of live performance which take place throughout the year.
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead Quayside
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art is also on the Gateshead banks of the River Tyne and is a free art gallery with a rolling programme of exhibitions and events for all ages. Located inside a re-purposed flour mill, BALTIC is also a great place for a cuppa at their onsite café. Visitors can take the glass lift to BALTIC’s viewing platform for a great vantage point across NewcastleGateshead ideal for your Instagram photos!
Enjoy pre-show dining at Mckenna’s at Northern Stage or seasonal exhibitions at The Biscuit Factory where art becomes something you can take home. Theatre, performance and comedy take place all year round at award-winning venues in NewcastleGateshead showcasing original productions, award-winning West End blockbusters and RSC must-sees.
12 Dec 2020 to 31 Dec 2020
Family
12 Dec 2020 to 31 Dec 2020
Newcastle City Centre
The Emperor's New Clothes from Newcastle's Northern Stage is a brand new, family-friendly Christmas performance...
5 Dec 2020 to 5 Dec 2020
Masterclass
5 Dec 2020 to 5 Dec 2020
Newcastle
Hatton Art Gallery in Newcastle was due to reopen its doors for the first time...
17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
Exhibition
17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
Newcastle
Art Deco by the Sea at Newcastle’s Laing Art Gallery is the first major exhibition...
Time spent browsing a museum is time well spent and a great way to while...
Things To Do
Quayside
With an incredibly rich history, these two five-storey houses are not only fine examples of...
19 Sep 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Exhibition
19 Sep 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Gateshead
The Making of Husbands: Christina Ramberg in Dialogue is a major exhibition that brings together...
15 Dec 2020 to 15 Dec 2020
Exhibition
15 Dec 2020 to 15 Dec 2020
Join a member of BALTIC’s Learning team for a virtual gallery tour where you and...
While we wait to welcome you back to our beautiful region in person, we’ve pulled...
Blog has been updated since first published in January 2020. 2020 is a year packed...
2020 is a year of anniversaries in the North East and one organisation that will...
15 Nov 2020 to 6 Dec 2020
Heritage
15 Nov 2020 to 6 Dec 2020
Ouseburn
Victoria Tunnel in Ouseburn have launched their new virtual tours which currently run on the...
Pantomime season may look a bit different this year due to Covid-19 (oh no it...
Hatton Gallery will reopen in Autumn...
15 Nov 2020 to 6 Dec 2020
Victoria Tunnel in Ouseburn have launched...
Explore Newcastle and Gateshead from a...
Following extensive discussions - the Auckland...
15 Nov 2020 to 6 Dec 2020
26 Sep 2020 to 12 Dec 2020
3 Dec 2020 to 20 Dec 2020
19 Sep 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
12 Dec 2020 to 31 Dec 2020
23 Oct 2020 to 5 Dec 2020
7 Nov 2020 to 23 Jan 2021
Post date: 27th November 2020
While we wait to welcome you back to our beautiful region in person, we’ve pulled together a list of truly North East experiences that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home in the run up to Christmas.
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If you’re looking for Christmas family and adult only events in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East then you're in luck, there are a whole range of side-splitting, festive pantos and performances tailored for children, families and adults. There are classic pantomimes, new performances, theatre for the kids and shows for the big kids at popular venues across the North East which run throughout the festive season.
2020 is a year packed with anniversaries and birthdays at major venues and attractions right across the North East, here are some you don't want to miss!
Experience art and culture in Newcastle and Gateshead during the coronavirus lockdown with these virtual tours of museums, attractions and galleries in the North East that you can watch from your sofa!
To celebrate their 40th birthday, we dug out some top facts about the Metro as well as some weird and wonderful moments from the past four decades.
26 Nov 2020 to 23 Jan 2021
Exhibition
26 Nov 2020 to 23 Jan 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Informed by the rich visual culture of the North East, Gavin Watson’s paintings explore the...
Shopping
Newcastle
The Biscuit Factory in Ouseburn remains closed but aims to reopen in August. More information...
Retail
I make my wonky, messy drawings into original, witty illustrations, products and artworks. Give a...
Shopping
Gateshead
Sage Gateshead is open to everyone and their independent shop is a great place to...
17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
Exhibition
17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
Newcastle
Art Deco by the Sea at Newcastle’s Laing Art Gallery is the first major exhibition...
Shopping
Newcastle
Reopening Information As Seven Stories begins its phased reopening, they are trialling new opening days...
Things To Do
Further Afield
The Auckland Project is a visitor destination located in the market town of Bishop Auckland...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Tyneside Cinema in Newcastle city centre will reopen soon (dates to follow). They have recently...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle will reopen on 10 August 2020. The ‘William and Evelyn...
Things To Do
Newcastle
The Lit and Phil library in Newcastle is open for visitors who have pre-booked a...
Shopping
Newcastle
Grainger Town is one of the dazzling jewels in Newcastle's crown, with classical architecture designed...
14 Nov 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Exhibition
14 Nov 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Ouseburn
We're celebrating the best of The Biscuit Factory this winter with brand new collections from...
Things To Do
Newcastle
The Biscuit Factory in Ouseburn will reopen on Saturday 1 August and will be open...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Star & Shadow Cinema is more than a cinema. It is an alternative social, cultural...
Culture
Newcastle
Seven Stories has a changing programme of exhibitions aimed at both children and adults. Treat...
Shopping
Newcastle
Reopening Information As Seven Stories begins its phased reopening, they are trialling new opening days...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Life Science Centre is now closed in response to the November national lockdown in England...
14 Nov 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Exhibition
14 Nov 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Ouseburn
We're celebrating the best of The Biscuit Factory this winter with brand new collections from...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
McKenna's at Northern Stage is the theatre's award-winning restaurant and bar. Depending on the time...
19 Sep 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Exhibition
19 Sep 2020 to 21 Feb 2021
Gateshead
The Making of Husbands: Christina Ramberg in Dialogue is a major exhibition that brings together...
Shopping
Gateshead
Please read BALTIC's full reopening statement here.BALTIC Shop is a must-visit independent shop located on...
Things To Do
The premier amateur theatre company in the North of England is one of the largest...
17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
Exhibition
17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
Newcastle
Art Deco by the Sea at Newcastle’s Laing Art Gallery is the first major exhibition...
1 Dec 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
1 Dec 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
The Shipley Art Gallery has teamed up with five local artists from the North East...
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