Where to celebrate New Year's Eve in NewcastleGateshead

As the clock ticks closer to midnight on December 31st, Newcastle and Gateshead come alive with fantastic events to help you celebrate the arrival of 2026. With fireworks, roaming performers, bars and plenty of restaurants to enjoy, there is plenty going on for you to raise a glass to. Read on to discover how you can make the most of your New Year’s Eve in NewcastleGateshead...

One of the most iconic ways to ring in the New Year in Newcastle and Gateshead is by witnessing the spectacular fireworks display over the River Tyne. The famous Quayside provides a stunning backdrop, with the Tyne Bridge, The Glasshouse, and the Millennium Bridge illuminated against the night sky. Make sure to grab your tickets for HowayManay, as the Quayside transforms into a ticket-only party village from 8:30pm with live music across two stages, roaming performers and tasty food stalls throughout.

If you’re with family, the early-evening fireworks at 6pm are perfect for enjoying the festivities without staying up too late - no ticket is needed for this event. For night owls, the midnight show is a breathtaking crescendo to the evening's celebrations. Arrive early to secure a prime viewing spot, and don’t forget to wrap up warm!

There's plenty of fun events happening in NewcastleGateshead to ring in the new year. From comedy shows, live music, food and drink celebrations, drag performances, and even crazy bingo games - you're really spoilt for choice. Let's take a little look at what's on...

The Whole Hogmanay IX is back at Wylam Brewery for New Year’s Eve, welcoming 2026 with good food, drinks, and music. From early evening into the night, you can enjoy Wylam Brewery’s drinks and food including burgers, Malaysian dishes, and hog roast buns, and live DJs keeping the party going until midnight. It’s such a fun night out for anyone looking to celebrate New Year’s in Newcastle. Grab tickets here.

No party hits like a Bongo's Bingos party. Expect a night full of dance-offs, sing-alongs, prizes and of course, there’s plenty of bingo too. Grab your dabbers and head to Boiler Shop to see out the year in true Bongo's Bingo style. Tickets start from £20, grab yours now.

Ring in 2026 at STACK Newcastle with its NYE Party Night. It’s an extra special event as it’ll be the their first ever New Year’s Eve celebration as it's recently opened on Pilgrim Street! The night will be packed with live entertainment from Hip Hop Hooray and a DJ keeping the party going through midnight and beyond. Get your tickets here.

Sashay your way into the new year as Little Miss Christmas returns to Alphabetti Theatre for a one-night-only New Year’s Eve gala. The night will be hosted by Patti and featuring a fabulous line-up from Newcastle’s drag and cabaret scene. Expect a madcap beauty pageant with a festive twist featuring all the classic categories, followed by DJ performances to keep the party going into 2026. Book your tickets now.

Head to The Globe for their Blowout New Year's Eve Party Rave, featuring two rooms of music. In room 1 there will be DJs spinning Hard Trance and Makina to keep the energy high. Over in room 2 there will be classic Italian/Hard House, German Trance, After Dark, and Colosseum-style tunes. A mix of the old and new for an incredible night of music and dancing - what a way to see in the New Year. Grab tickets here.

The Stand is ringing in the New Year with a two-hour comedy special hosted by the brilliant Nicola Mantalios, the night features performances from Gareth Mutch, Al Stevenson, and Kelly Rickard, all building up to headline act Jo Caulfield. With top tier comedy for two hours (plus intervals) it’s the perfect way to kick off your countdown to 2026. Get your tickets here.

Ring in the New Year at Pilgrim with an incredible night of music as Discography takes over the stage! This eleven-piece ensemble channels the energy and glamour of New York’s iconic Studio 54, bringing a disco fueled party. With a DJ spinning tunes alongside them, the dance floor is guaranteed to be bouncing all night long. Don’t miss your chance to dance your way into 2026. Find out more here.

You're in for an absolute treat when it comes to choosing where to eat on New Year's Eve. NewcastleGateshead have so many fantastic restaurants all serving up some stunning menus especially for the occasion. We've done some of the hard work for you and picked out some of the best exclusive menus to celebrate, let's take a look, we hope you're hungry...

Head to Six at BALTIC and indulge in a luxurious Prix Fixe menu along with special add-ons including fresh oysters and champagne to kick off a relaxed early celebration. The evening service invites guests to toast the night with a celebratory welcome drink before savouring either a 6-course tasting menu or an indulgent 9-course menu, both offering land and sea, alongside plant-based options too. Book here.

Or if you're after some medieval entertainment and food, enjoy Blackfriars New Years Eve Medieval Banquet! The candle-lit hall which houses long convivial oak tables and chairs will be draped with wall hangings and tapestries and decorated with candles and fruit. Arrive in your best medieval costume and to feast on everything from pottage and pies, roasts, cheese and pudding, all whilst being entertained. Book now.

Grab your friends and family and book into Dakwala Bombay Canteen - bringing all the fresh flavours of Bombay to life, Dakwala's New Year's Eve menu offers a stunning range of curry dishes. Start off with some canteen munchies for the table, then tuck into your choice of starter, from onion-beet bhaji to their fiery chicken 65 there's some great options to choose from. For mains, choose from classic old delhi butter chicken for a rich and tasty curry, or if you like it hot, the goan prawm curry or the mix veg karahi are the perfect for a kick of spice. All mains are served with house special black dal, butter naan, pulao rice, aloo gobi and cumin cucumber raita. Find out more here.

Gaucho is serving up a luxurious three-course set menu that showcases their signature blend of high-quality Argentine flavours and indulgent seasonal touches. Guests can kick things off with dishes like truffle-laden empanadas or tasty beetroot and orange salad before choosing from mains such as rump steak with truffle butter, classic turkey ballotine, or rich pumpkin and ricotta ravioli. The experience wraps up with decadent desserts, from their dulce de leche cheesecake or their indulgent sticky toffee pudding. It’s a stylish, steak-focused festive treat ideal for end-of-year celebrations. Book now.

If you’re looking for glitz and glamour and a party like no other, Hilton NewcastleGateshead is offering the full party package this December. You’re cordially invited to the annual Midnight NYE Ball at Hilton NewcastleGateshead which carries a cherished legacy of New Year’s Eve celebrations and is always a night to remember. Dust off your best black tie outfits and begin your evening with a glass of champagne on arrival, dance the night away with the in-house DJ and raise a toast to 2026. Book your stay and celebration today!

Celebrate the arrival of 2026 at Hotel Gotham, Newcastle’s first five-star hotel where the city’s modern glamour meets a relaxed and stylish New Year’s Eve. A bottle of Taittinger Champagne awaits in your room before you head down for dinner at SIREN, to enjoy their stunning menu. As midnight draws closer, you’ll make your way to FIRE with VIP access, where live music and DJs set the tone for a stylish countdown. It's an evening designed for tasty food, good music and a memorable start to the year ahead. Book your stay here.

Located beside Newcastle’s historic Castle Keep, The Vermont Hotel is one of the city’s most elegant spots - all Art Deco charm and classic luxury. This New Year’s Eve, it hosts the Black & Gold Ball, a glamorous celebration where sequins and sparkle are very much encouraged. Guests can enjoy champagne and canapés on arrival, followed by magical entertainment, a three-course dinner and dancing with the resident DJ. With a black-tie dress code and a midnight countdown in stunning surroundings, it’s an ideal way to welcome the New Year in style. Book your place.

Raise a glass to 2026 in the many bars and pubs in NewcastleGateshead. Head to one of Newcastle's most celebrated cocktail bars, Mother Mercy and enjoy a drink from their extensive menu. Tucked away in Bigg Market, the chic bar is the perfect place to enjoy a creative cocktail with your loved ones, all while looking forward to an exciting year in 2026. For an extra touch of spontaneity, why not try out their Twist of Fate game, and let the bartenders craft whatever cocktail destiny delivers.

Head into Ouseburn for a laid-back alternative to Newcastle's city centre. Known as Newcastle's cultural quarter, Ouseburn is home to cosy pubs, quirky bars and live music venues, making it the perfect stop for a unique New Year's Eve celebration. Enjoy craft beers at Donzoko Brewery & Taproom, groove to live performances at The Grove, sip cocktails in Kiln or have a quiet pint in local favourites like The Cumberland Arms or Tyne Bar. Or even venture to the area's newest bar Wren for a sophisticated NYE evening. Head to The Free Trade Inn for an unbeatable view of the fireworks over the Quayside.

The celebrations continue over the river at Gateshead's Railway Quarter. Tucked between Gateshead’s iconic railways and bridges, the Railway Quarter is home to bars and pubs that are perfect to have a drink or two for the New Year. Axis, Microbus, The Central and V.I.N are all perfect stops for a celebratory drink.

There is fun for all the family this New Year's Eve in NewcastleGateshead! Ring in the New Year with a delightful spin on the best open air ice rink. Head to Life Science Centre's outdoor skating rink, set against a backdrop of twinkling lights and glide your way into the new year. Don't forget to also grab yourself a hot chocolate to warm up and toast some marshmallows on the fire during your visit too!

Ring in the New Year in NewcastleGateshead with a family-friendly panto treat at Theatre Royal. Enjoy the wonders of Aladdin, set in the magical Kingdom of Pantomania, this family-friendly panto features flying carpets, fairytale twists, and laughs for all ages. With dazzling sets, costumes, and a star studded cast from Chris Hayward as Mother Goose to Joe McElderry as The Spirit of the Ring, it’s pure panto magic you won’t want to miss.

For a family-friendly celebration, catch the early-evening fireworks on the Quayside at 6 pm, they're perfect for little ones and anyone who doesn’t want a late night. It’s a great way to welcome the New Year with a spectacular sky display over Newcastle and Gateshead. Make sure to arrive early to soak up the atmosphere with live entertainment an hour before the display. No tickets are required for this event.

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