Art & Culture in NewcastleGateshead
Visit NewcastleGateshead for a city break oozing with art and culture from free museums and art galleries to live music, showstopping theatre and fascinating heritage.
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Visit NewcastleGateshead for a city break oozing with art and culture from free museums and art galleries to live music, showstopping theatre and fascinating heritage.
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Explore the city's diverse range of cultural activities from free museums and art galleries to a lively music scene and show stopping theatre experiences.
You will not be short of things to do in Newcastle and Gateshead – a region oozing with art, culture and heritage.
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 The Glasshouse 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 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 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.
You can't visit NewcastleGateshead as an art and culture seeker and not visit Ouseburn which oozes bohemian sensibilities day and night.
February 11th 2026 to February 28th 2026
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11 Feb 2026 to 28 Feb 2026
Newcastle City Centre
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February 28th 2026
Live Music
28 Feb 2026 to 28 Feb 2026
The singer-songwriter from Manchester, Joe Oxley, brings his indie-punk originals to the stage.
September 9th 2026 to September 12th 2026
Entertainment
9 Sept 2026 to 12 Sept 2026
Michael Flatley is back with a dazzling revival of his iconic dance extravaganza. It promises...
March 26th 2026
Live Music
26 Mar 2026 to 26 Mar 2026
Gateshead
To an artist without the creative energy and laser-focused determination of Elles Bailey, it could...
April 4th 2026 to April 4th 2026
Family
4 Apr 2026 to 4 Apr 2026
The Wiggles present their most magical live show experience to date with The Wiggles Tree...
May 23rd 2026
Live Music
23 May 2026 to 23 May 2026
Gateshead
Kilimanjaro, esk and Nibbs Events present:BAFTA Games in ConcertA landmark live concert celebrating two decades...
May 1st 2026
Over the past three years...
April 21st 2026
A hugely talented cast of...
October 17th 2026
“They’ve lasted because they are...
Post date: 31st December 2025
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Explore Ouseburn's industrial evolution to a cultural hotspot, with Michelin dining, vintage stores, and a working farm at the heart of Newcastle's creative scene.
Heritage Open Days are back, with dozens of buildings across Newcastle and Gateshead not normally accessible to the public, set to open their doors. Discover more here.
With an abundance of activities and attractions to explore, Sundays in Newcastle offer the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and make the most of your day off. Here are some suggestions on how to spend a Sunday in Newcastle.
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