Unmissable Autumn Gigs: Your NewcastleGateshead Playlist

Music lovers, you're in for an absolute treat in NewcastleGateshead this autumn. We've rounded up some brilliant gigs to soundtrack your season, from iconic headline arena shows to intimate sessions with emerging talent at our much-loved grassroots venues.

NewcastleGateshead's music scene really is something special. If you're more of an indie music fan, electronic, rock or even a fan of something a bit different, there's always a gig for you to enjoy in across our fantastic venues.

Has the 2026 Mercury Prize and Mercury Prize Fringe got you wanting more? Read on to discover all the unmissable gigs taking place this autumn...

London to Newcastle by train in just 2 hours and 41 minutes.

The train from London to Newcastle takes just 2 hours and 41 minutes. Book your train tickets with LNER, check in to the Toon and press play on a city break this Autumn. *Based on 25% of LNER’s weekday services between London King’s Cross and Newcastle Station following Dec 2025 timetable change. Actual journey times may vary by service.

24th & 25th October - Jack Savoretti

Jack Savoretti’s ninth studio album, We Will Always Be The Way We Were, is a bold return to his musical roots, recorded at Eastcote Studios in West London. Marking 20 years since his debut album Between the Minds, the record finds Savoretti reconnecting with the raw storytelling and cinematic soul that defined his earliest work. Grab tickets here.

21st November - Boyzlife 

Performing all the biggest hits from Boyzone and Westlife. Boyband supergroup Boyzlife, comprising Boyzone’s Keith Duffy and Westlife’s Brian McFadden, celebrate the iconic hits from both defining 90s/00s groups, who sold a combined 55 million records and have 21+ #1 singles between them. With decades of chart-toppers, this is an unmissable night of nostalgia and hit pop perfection. Grab tickets here.

21st October - SexyTadhg

Carlow-born, bilingual and multi-instrumentalist SexyTadhg brings their genre-blurring sound to Newcastle as part of the SLUTTRAD UK & Ireland Tour. Blending traditional Irish music with queer culture, their live shows mix big band jazz, theatrical soul, dazzling pop and disco into an energetic celebration of modern Irish identity. Grab tickets here.

24th October - IC1S

After first breaking onto the scene in 2011 with their debut single Levitate, iC1s went on to share stages with the likes of DMA’S, Carl Barât and The View before calling it a day in 2014. Reuniting in 2024, the band returned with new music and a sold-out show at The Camden Assembly, followed by their debut album What Took You So Long? in 2025 and a sold-out headline show at Dingwalls. Grab tickets here.

22nd October - 2026 Mercury Prize

The 2026 Mercury Prize: Albums of the Year Awards Show will take over Utilita Arena Newcastle for a spectacular night celebrating the best new British and Irish music for the second year in a row. With live performances from many of this year’s shortlisted artists such as JADE, Knats, Olivia Dean, Raye and so many more, and the winner revealed live on stage, it’s your chance to be part of one of the UK’s most influential music events and it’s all happening in Newcastle. Grab tickets here.

25th October - The Strokes

For the first time ever, one of the biggest bands in the world, The Strokes, will be heading to Newcastle! American rockers The Strokes have been wowing audiences with their infectious hooks and post-punk influenced sound ever since breaking out in 2001 with Is This It. At the group's acclaimed live shows frontman Julian Casablancas showcases his distinct vocals on favorites like "Reptilia" and "Last Nite" while his bandmates keep pace with edgy guitar riffs, thumping basslines, and pounding drum patterns. Grab tickets here.

21st October - Heidi Curtis

Heidi Curtis is an exciting singer-songwriter from North Shields with a captivating blend of heartfelt songwriting, powerful vocals and intimate storytelling. Inspired by classic rock, indie and folk she weaves a sonic tapestry inspired by nature, folklore and coming of age. For fans of Fleetwood Mac, Florence + the Machine and Kate Bush, she wields a sound both urgent and authentic. Grab tickets here.

24th October - Adult DVD

Hailing from Leeds, Adult DVD are bringing their fantastic indie rock sound to Newcastle. Known for their energetic live shows and sharp, playful song writing, the band have been making waves across the UK’s grassroots music scene. Grab tickets here.

21st October - Dexy's Midnight Runners

Fronted by Kevin Rowland, the band became best known for their global smash Come On Eileen, a track that perfectly captures their knack for mixing heartfelt storytelling with irresistible hooks. Never content to stand still, Dexy's Midnight Runners constantly reinvented their sound and image, earning a reputation as one of Britain’s most passionate and distinctive musical acts. Grab tickets here.

25th November - Royal Blood

Brighton duo Royal Blood channel the blues-rock dynamism of the likes of the White Stripes, the Black Keys, and Two Gallants, yet they amp up the ferocity and volume with scuzzy riffs and blustering energy. Following their Mercury Prize-nominated/Brit Award-winning debut, 2014's Royal Blood, they consolidated their success with 2017's How Did We Get So Dark? and its 2021 sequel Typhoons. Grab tickets here.

24th October - Infusion presents wAFF

Part of World HQ's massive Autumn programme, a real hero of the world of house and tech and a master of all things rolling, wAFF returns to Newcastle after a long time away for a headline show. Grab tickets here.

20th November - Kylie Wears Berghaus

After multiple sold out shows around the UK, Kylie Wears Berghaus hits WHQ for a debut headline set in Newcastle. This is Kylie like you’ve never heard her before. 2 hours of exclusive, first-time-aired edits, transcending across house, breaks, acid, trance and techno. Support from ALOUSEA and Princess Elf Bar. Grab tickets here.

10th November - Yard Act 

One of the UK’s biggest modern post-punk acts, Yard Act are heading to Newcastle’s NX. Expect relentless grooves, huge choruses, sharp storytelling and the kind of chaotic energy that makes their live shows impossible to stand still through. Grab tickets here.

29th November - The Hunna

The Hunna are heading to NX with their signature mix of raw alternative rock and soaring guitar lines. With a reputation for passionate, energetic performances, they’re set to deliver a powerful night for rock and indie fans. Grab tickets here.

23rd October - Knats + Support

Fresh from the 2026 Mercury Prize the night before, Knats are bringing their Geordie Jazz to King Street Social to celebrate their world conquering trajectory and critically lauded new album. A rising name on the Newcastle music scene, they’re one to keep on your radar. Grab tickets here.

20th November - Bodega Live + Support

New York band BODEGA bring their ever-evolving sound to Newcastle, moving beyond their post-punk roots with their latest album All Inside Aquarium. Across their previous releases, the band have explored everything from classic indie rock to hardcore punk, making each new record a chance to push their sound somewhere unexpected. Grab tickets here.

29th October - Camille Jansen

French-British singer-songwriter Camille Jansen brings her dreamy blend of folk, experimental rock and dream pop to The Lubber Fiend. Known for her intimate storytelling and distinctive sound, Camille has amassed millions of streams since her debut in 2021. Grab tickets here.

5th November - Wandering Oak Presents: Gnoomes

Russian duo Gnoomes bring their genre-defying sound to Newcastle, with their latest release Losey channelling themes of hope, freedom and life beyond borders. Now based in Slovenia after leaving Russia, the pair have embraced a new creative chapter, blending psychedelic rock, electronica and experimental sounds into something truly their own. Grab tickets here.

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