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2023 is going to be a HUGE year for events in NewcastleGateshead! Take a look at some of the highlights...

The popular late night culture crawl The Late Shows will shine a light on the much loved cultural hubs of Newcastle and Gateshead in May 2023. Sam Fender will take to the stage at St James' Park for what has been coined the Geordie Bank Holiday in June, playing to thousands of lucky fans who have managed to get tickets. The spotlight will continue to shine on St James' Park with the return of Magic Weekend, with Newcastle hosting the event for a record seventh time.

The opening of Lilidorei at Alnwick Garden in Spring 2023 will be a landmark event for the region as The World’s Largest Play Structure welcomes visitors. Northern Pride will brighten up summer in NewcastleGateshead with a celebration event in July. 

Runners will be flocking to the toon to take part in the Great North Run in September and as the nights grow colder, Fenwick will reveal the Christmas Window for 2023.

As always, we will be keeping you up to date on the biggest and best events of 2023, so keep an eye on our website! 

Discover the 55-56° North events taking place in 2023.

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NewcastleGateshead is the place to be for unmissable events. Look no further for your up-to-date guide of what’s on in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East from live music, festivals, world-class sporting events, showstopping theatre and comedy nights that will
keep you laughing for days.

Whether you’re looking for something to do tonight, this weekend or later in the year - plan your visit to the North East around what’s on at the many attractions and venues across the region. Gather your friends, families and loved ones and make memories, share new experiences and take part in a wide range of activities across NewcastleGateshead.

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Search our calendar of events in the North East and find your next night out with your friends to conquer cocktail making. Try your hand at a workshop to learn a new skill. Discover the deep-rooted heritage that runs through the region on a guided tour or explore the unexpected at unique events and activities. An ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events unfold throughout the year at the museums, art galleries and visitor attractions in NewcastleGateshead for children and adults alike.

As the seasons change, so do the events in NewcastleGateshead. From sunshine-fuelled summer festivals and outdoor theatre to festive workshops and open-air ice rinks - you can just keep on coming back!

Be that friend who is always in the know about the not-to-be-missed events in NewcastleGateshead that everyone will be talking about!

Quentin Blake at Washington Wetlands
Quentin Blake at Washington Wetlands
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Upcoming Events

Great North Nights

June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023

Great North Nights is our...

Exhibition
Great North Nights

Newcastle Story

June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023

Walk the streets of Newcastle...

Exhibition
Newcastle Story

Gross and glorious science and...

June 2nd 2023 to June 4th 2023

There’s lots of fun to...

Family
Gross and glorious science and lots of hands-on fun at Life Science Centre

Story of the Tyne

June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023

During museum opening hoursThe River...

Exhibition
Story of the Tyne
Quentin Blake at Washington Wetlands
Quentin Blake at Washington Wetlands

Other Events

Tyneside Challenge

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Tyneside Challenge

Chris Killip, retrospective

June 2nd to September 3rd

Exhibition
Chris Killip retrospective

Working Lives

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Working Lives

Larry Achiampong: Wayfinder

June 2nd to October 29th

Exhibition
Larry Achiampong Wayfinder

The Blaydon Races

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
The Blaydon Races

Planetarium

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Planetarium

Turbinia

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Turbinia

Ancient Egypt gallery

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Ancient Egypt gallery

Spread your wings with the RAF Red...

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Spread your wings with the RAF Red Arrows

100 Years of Collecting

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
100 Years of Collecting

Bob Olley's Oil Painting Series

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Bob Olleys Oil Painting Series

Roman Britain in Colour display

June 2nd to July 28th

Exhibition
Roman Britain in Colour display

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