Graduating from university is an incredible achievement that deserves a memorable celebration. If you're graduating from either Newcastle University, Northumbria University or the Newcastle College University Centre this summer, you're in luck! This beautiful city has an incredible amount to do when it’s time to celebrate your graduation.
The city has a wide range of exciting venues and activities to make your 2026 summer graduation celebration truly unforgettable. Whether you're looking for a classy dinner, a lively night out, or something more unique, Newcastle has something to suit every taste.
Read on to explore some fantastic options as well as special offers to help you plan the perfect graduation celebration.
Special offers for graduation celebrations
Venues across Newcastle and Gateshead understand just how special your graduation should be, and have created fantastic offers to help make graduations in 2026 a memorable occasion! We've collated the latest offers to save you money, and to bring an extra touch of sparkle to your time in the North East of England.
**Offers valid between 4th - 9th July 2026, to graduating Newcastle University, Northumbria University and Newcastle College University Centre students (18 years +) showing their student ID or quoting ‘NGI Grad’. Offers subject to availability and individual T&Cs may apply.
Hilton NewcastleGateshead
Book and dine with us at Hilton Newcastle Gateshead for your graduation meal and receive a complimentary bottle of prosecco for your table.
Offer valid between 4th – 19th July 2026.
Menu and booking link can be found at linktr.ee/HiltonNewcastleGateshead.
Quote “NGI Grad” to your server to redeem your complimentary bottle of prosecco.
Holiday Inn Jesmond
20% off all food and drink in Fratellos and Zio Bar.
Bookings must be made via our OpenTable link and guests must present valid student ID or quote ‘NGI GRAD’
Royal Station Hotel
Enjoy a glass of fizz with any main meal purchased.
Offer is 'subject to availability'. Student ID required.
Delta Hotel by Marriott
Celebrate Summer Graduation 2026 at Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead with a prime location, comfort & free parking! Enjoy 20% off on accommodation with the exclusive NGI offer - use code D0464 at www.marriott.com/nclmd.
Also enjoy 25% off F&B during your stay with us.
T&Cs apply: Valid for stays between: 3rd - 19th July 2026 (inclusive). Student ID required.
Jesmond Dene House
Celebrate your big achievement in style at Jesmond Dene House with our exclusive graduation dining offers.
Enjoy free room hire for private dining bookings of 12 or more, creating the perfect setting to mark the occasion with family and friends.
If you'd prefer to dine in in the restaurant - Fern Dining Room - graduation tables of five or more will receive a complimentary bottle of prosecco, and every graduate can raise a glass with a celebratory cocktail on us – cheers to that!
Please note, offers cannot be used in conjunction with one another.
These special touches are available to all graduates celebrating their success during July 2026.
To book call 0191 212 3000 and quote ‘NGI GRAD’.
Sandman Signature Hotel Newcastle
Enjoy 20% off accommodation between 4th and 19th July.
Click here to book and quote ‘NGI GRAD’.
All bookings are subject to availability and cancellation terms, which will be confirmed at the time of reservation.
Staybridge Suites
Celebrate in style with 10% off Graduation stays at Staybridge Suites Newcastle - for students (18+), friends & family! Stays valid 4–19 July 2026. To book, please email enquiries@newcastle.staybridge.com and quote NGI GRAD. Subject to availability.
Let's get the party started!
Newcastle and Gateshead are teeming with spectacular places to celebrate your academic achievements. Whether you're looking for a family lunch in the UK's oldest dining hall, a get together with plenty of fizz along the River Tyne or to try something a little bit different like a fun-filled escape room, we've got you covered!
Blackfriars
Head to Blackfriars, the award-winning restaurant located in a 13th-century medieval friary in the heart of Newcastle, and is the UK's oldest dining hall. The menu features gutsy, traditional British food using seasonal produce from local farms and producers. Take your pick from the exceptional value lunch and early evening set menus or dine in the evening from the award-winning set and à la carte menus which change regularly to capitalise on seasonal produce. If the sun is shining on your special day, head to the Cloister Garden to enjoy a glass of champagne or two!
Banyan
Want to celebrate in the heart of the city? Banyan is situated beside Grey's Monument and is a stylish bar serving beautiful cocktails and delicious food. Heading out for a big night out after the ceremony?The instragammable interiors make it a perfect destination to take some post graduation snaps and enjoy 2 for 1 cocktails every evening after 6pm.
Dobson and Parnell
Dobson & Parnell on Newcastle Quayside specialises in refined British and European cuisine and is featured in the Michelin Guide 2025. Set within a Victorian Grade II listed building, the interior blends modern elegance with key Victorian features, including traditional pendant track lighting, original brickwork, cast-iron columns, high ceilings, banquette seating with glass partitions, rich dark timber flooring, a brass bar top and decorative tiled counter fronts.
Tyneside Cinema
Want to do something a bit different and celebrate in a more intimate setting? Head to Tyneside Cinema and start the celebrations in Vicolo with a hand crafted cocktail or a delightfully strong coffee. Then head next door to the Tyneside Bar and Cafe for a bite to eat and if any of the days screenings catch your eye, head into a transformative cinematic experience in the heart of independent cinema.
The Escape Key
Celebrate your graduation with teamwork and an added adrenaline rush at The Escape Key, the city's very own Newcastle history themed escape rooms. Immerse yourself and your guests in four indoor escape rooms, as well as two outdoor games and create unforgettable memories as you race against the clock! The Escape Key is the North East's premium escape room destination and is sure to be fun for everyone.
Get snap-happy
Need to capture the perfect picture to remember your time in Newcastle? Why not head to the many iconic landmarks in the city to get the perfect graduation snaps. Head to the Quayside and take your pick of the glorious backgrounds on offer. Why not pose in front of the Tyne Bridge to commemorate your time in the toon or stand proudly in front of the wonderous architecture of The Glasshouse International Centre for Music. Hop on the Toon Tour and treat your guests to a whistle stop tour of the sites of Newcastle and Gateshead, all the while snapping pictures of memories that will last a lifetime!
Need somewhere to stay?
Do your family and friends need somewhere to stay in NewcastleGateshead during graduation? Find out where to stay in NewcastleGateshead here.
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