What’s on in NewcastleGateshead
Find out what's on in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East including theatre, music, comedy and sports events; as well as exhibitions and festivals.
The Late Shows
Find out what's on in Newcastle, Gateshead and the North East including theatre, music, comedy and sports events; as well as exhibitions and festivals.
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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!
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
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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.
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!
January 28th 2023 to April 29th 2023
Exhibition
28 Jan 2023 to 29 Apr 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Visions of Ancient Egypt: Art, Design and the Cultural Imagination This exhibition examines the enduring...
February 1st 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
1 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Sensory Sanddancers is a relaxed weekly sensory based playgroup open to all children aged 0-...
February 1st 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
1 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Open Monday - Saturday, 10am - 4.30pm. Closed Sundays and bank holidays.Donations welcome, free entryUnusually...
February 1st 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
1 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Please note, this exhibition will be closed from 17 September - 3 December, during the...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
2 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Pause and enjoy a dramatic reimagining that shows how seven Roman altars in the Hadrian's...
February 2nd 2023 to March 11th 2023
Exhibition
2 Feb 2023 to 11 Mar 2023
Hadrian's Wall
This exhibition explores who built Hadrian’s Wall and how, and considers the substantial practical and...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
2 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Where did all the Animals Go? '2021' by Jane Lee McCracken exhibits printed vinyls of...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
2 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Gateshead
Plan your visit and find out what measures we are taking to keep staff and...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
Exhibition
2 Feb 2023 to 29 Mar 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Throughout the museum you can hear sound pieces created by composition students at Newcastle University...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
Walk the streets of Newcastle...
February 2nd 2023 to March 1st 2023
In ancient Greece and throughout...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
Are you ready to get...
February 2nd 2023 to March 29th 2023
During museum opening hoursThe River...
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February 14th 2023 to February 14th 2023
Heritage
14 Feb 2023 to 14 Feb 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Enjoy an exclusive tour after the Castle doors have closed for the night, and soak...
February 3rd 2023
Live Music
3 Feb 2023 to 3 Feb 2023
The Bass Face X EGG LDN residency continues with a world-leading production & sound-system. Following...
March 8th 2023
Foodie
8 Mar 2023 to 8 Mar 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Considered an ancestor of traditional American soul food – think jambalaya or gumbo - Nigerian...
Food & Drink
Jesmond
Zarabanda Bing Bing Bar & Restaurant (previously known as As You Like It) is one...
March 11th 2023
Live Music
11 Mar 2023 to 11 Mar 2023
Gateshead
Joseph Phibbs Quartet No. 1 (2014) Mendelssohn Quartet in E flat, Op. 12 Vaughan Williams...
Food & Drink
Heaton
Known as best chill out spot in Sandyford, a popular suburb of Newcastle, Aidan's Kitchen...
Food & Drink
Quayside
Hotel du Vin is in close proximity to the banks of the River Tyne, commanding...
Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
Discover a magical Edwardian building on High Bridge Street transformed into a beautiful bar and...
March 30th 2023
Comedy
30 Mar 2023 to 30 Mar 2023
Coast
In describing Henry Rollins, the tendency is to try to squeeze as many labels as...
June 16th 2023
Live Music
16 Jun 2023 to 16 Jun 2023
June 2023 will see a series of UK and European dates on the Shalamar –...
April 9th 2023
Entertainment
9 Apr 2023 to 9 Apr 2023
Returning to Newcastle for what is set to be an electric atmosphere, In one of...
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Further Afield
Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slopes is the North East’s premiere ski facility in Sunderland...
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