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The summer holidays are drawing to a close, but don't worry there is still plenty to enjoy in NewcastleGateshead! With any luck, the sun will be shining for the three day weekend, which will welcome back festival favourites and (hopefully) be the perfect time to explore the great outdoors.
Come rain or shine, we have picked some top things to do this August Bank Holiday weekend.
Explore the great outdoors
Step back in time this bank holiday weekend and explore Beamish's , Summer of Fun and enjoy good old-fashioned family fun including traditional transport, football fun, Georgian games and creative crafts. Enjoy a changing programme of events every day, with everything from den building and baking demonstrations to milking a wooden cow and enjoying 1950s fun and games, including a game of Shove It Up Your Jumper in the 1950s welfare hall on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays! If the sun is shining be sure to pop by 1950s Front Street terrace and try tasty traditional ice cream from John’s Café- a must for all ice cream lovers. More information here.
Travel back to the present day to The Alnwick Garden and experience fun for all the family. Take part in the Summer Scavenger Hunt and be a real nature detective with Reg the Hedge. Find out more here.
Whilst at Alnwick Garden, head over to Lilidorei. Lilidorei is a magical play and adventure village located within the stunning Alnwick Gardens and is the biggest play structure in the world. This August Bank Holiday, take part in the Lililympics. The Clans are pulling out the stops and gathering all of their very favourite games for the Lililympics! Take part and represent your favourite clan. Who will be crowned the winners. Book your tickets here.
Lilidorei have a special adlts only evening on bank holiday Monday (26th August). In aid of The Alnwick Garden Trust, explore Lilidorei after hours and slide the night away on the world’s biggest play structure. Get your dancing shoes on as our many whimsical speakers play nostalgic party tunes from 90s, 00s til now for a truly immersive experience just for the adults. Find out more here.
Hop on a Toon Tour Bus this bank holiday weekend and be whisked around NewcastleGateshead in style. The bus service runs every 30 minutes, starting from Central Station in Newcastle and stops at sights including, Discovery Museum, St James' Park, Great North Museum, Ouseburn, Quayside, Millennium Bridge, Tyne Bridge, Baltic, The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Grey’s Monument, Grey Street, Newcastle Castle and Newcastle Cathedral. Hop on and hop off the bus and see more of the sights listed. When you are finished, simply hop on the next running bus and continue the tour! The tickets also allow unlimited travel on all Go North East buses the same day, and they will be available to buy on the Go North East app, or you can buy directly from the driver on the bus.
Get on your dancing shoes!
The bank holiday weekend will welcome back some toon festival favourites.
The return of Noughty 90's Festival Festival to Exhibition Park is set to be massive. Taking place on Saturday 24th August, the day will have four huge stages of music, artists and DJ’s from around the world, funfair rides, a 90’s arcade, retro bars, RnB roller disco, gourmet street Food and exclusive VIP area this festival is the ultimate throwback. Join B*Witched, Basshunter, East 17, Gareth Gates and many more artists and sing your heart out. More information and tickets here.
The ever popular Newcastle Mela is returning this August bank holiday weekend on Sunday 25th and Monday 26th August. The festival is free, family friendly and everyone is welcome. The event is based around Pakistani, Bengali, Indian and other South Asian cultures and this is your chance to experience the music, food and entertainment associated with these cultures. Over two days you will be entertained by singers and musicians; enjoy a delicious range of hot and cold foods from our many stall holders; buy clothes, gifts and jewellery; try out art, crafts and activities; and see some incredible performances by circus acts, dance artists and local groups. More information here.
Discover more of the NewcastleGateshead food and drink scene
Bank holiday activities are hungry (and thirsty!) work. Explore NewcastleGateshead and discover some culinary delights over the three day weekend. Take a look here at our top pubs with beer gardens and terraces to enjoy a drink or two over the bank holiday weekend.
Wander along to Wylam Brewery and you will find the August Food Battle, Lord of the Wings. Wylam Brewery knows how to pit the best local foodie producers against each other in a cracking event that always has beer flowing and tunes spinning. This bank holiday weekend, it’s time to crown the best chicken wing in the Toon. Vendors will battle it out to be crowned culinary champions. Entry is free, with each small plate costing four pounds. For more information click here.
Head over the Blackfriars new Cloister Garden and indulge in a BBQ fit for a king! You’ll enjoy a sharing plank of seasonal starters, followed by a main course straight from the BBQ and rounded off with a seasonal dessert. Don't worry if the sun isn't shining, the outdoor area is fitted with large umbrellas and heaters. Book your place today.
Rainy day?
It wouldn't be a British summer if there wasn't a spot of rain. If the weather takes a turn for the worse, don't worry, there is still plenty happening in NewcastleGateshead to enjoy over the three day weekend.
Tyneside Cinema has a range of films to suit all tastes over the August Bank Holiday. From cult classics to new releases, take a look at the schedule here.
As always, museums in NewcastleGateshead have an array of exciting exhibitions for you to enjoy. Take your pick of great free museums and attractions which will be hosting activities and events as well as giving you the chance to explore their collection of permanent and temporary exhibitions. From Great North Museum to Shipley Art Gallery and the Discovery Museum.
Need somewhere to stay?
Planning on staying over the bank holiday weekend? Take a look at our top hotel picks in the city. The perfect way to enjoy all that's going on in NewcastleGateshead over the bank holiday weekend. Click here to read more.
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