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 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 - now from 2 hours and 41 minutes*.

Leave the driving, wrong turns and parking drama behind. On an LNER train, you have the freedom to travel your way. Tune into your favourite playlist, settle in with a good book or use the free Wi-Fi to plan what to do when you arrive. Sit back and enjoy the journey to Newcastle, without the hassle of driving. Book your trip to Newcastle now. 

(T&C's: *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.)

11th November - BBC Introducing: Cortney Dixon, Champ, Patrick Gosling

Pay what you decide to find your future favourite artists at this gig. When you come to one, you’re not just supporting the region’s most exciting new and independent acts. The chances are you’re seeing them right before their breakthrough! 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.

7th November - Good Friend Rik

Good Friend Rik return to Newcastle for a night of classic Polish pop rock covers. Three unique vocals, energetic live performances, and the biggest hits of Polish pop rock music from timeless classics to modern day anthems. Grab tickets here.

18th November - Pales

Pales forge a raw, visceral sound where industrial, noise and trip-hop collide, evoking Massive Attack, Sonic Youth and Dry Cleaning. Brought to European attention with their EP CRUSH, the band have built their reputation on stage, where their performances induce an irrepressible trance, constantly skirting the boundaries of chaos. Grab tickets here.

18th November - Deep Purple

Celebrated for defining the sound of rock for more than five decades, Deep Purple remain one of the world’s most revered live acts and will be joined on select dates by special guests Mammoth, formed and fronted by Wolfgang Van Halen, as well as UK rockers Jayler. Grab tickets here.

13th December - Culture Club

The Singles Tour will feature all the classic songs you want to hear, along with hit singles including “Karma Chameleon”, “Do You Really Want To Hurt Me”, “Time (Clock of the Heart)”, “Church of the Poison Mind”, “Miss Me Blind”, “I’ll Tumble 4 Ya” and many more. It’s a full celebration of their chart-topping legacy, bringing together the songs that defined their career for an unforgettable live show. Grab tickets here.

8th November - The Entitled Sons

The Entitled Sons arrived on the UK music scene with a swagger, creating their own sound mixing contemporary electronic synths, classic guitar riffs and honest, thought-provoking lyrics wrapped up in distinctive songs. Grab tickets here.

14th November - The Whiskey Brothers

The Whiskey Brothers are a British musical duo made up of real-life brothers George and Howard Morritt, from Derbyshire. Their sound blends country, folk and rock, with acoustic guitars, foot-stomping rhythms and close vocal harmonies. 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.

10th December - Andrew Cushin

Andrew Cushin is a Newcastle-born singer-songwriter from Heaton, known for his guitar-driven indie rock, heartfelt lyrics and big, anthemic choruses. His music combines honest storytelling with a classic British rock sound. Grab tickets here.

7th November - Infusion presents Joe Rolet

Joe Rolét joins for his World HQ debut on the back of huge releases like 'YES YES' alongside the Infusion residents. 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.

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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