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.
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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!
Discover the 55-56° North events taking place in 2023.
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!
June 10th 2023 to June 11th 2023
Further Afield
Get ready for a day of fun, excitement and adventure for all the family. Morpeth...
Family
April 1st 2023 to September 2nd 2023
Heritage
1 Apr 2023 to 2 Sep 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Monument tours will resume in Spring 2023 and if you check this page or follow...
June 2nd 2023 to June 4th 2023
Family
2 Jun 2023 to 4 Jun 2023
Fancy starting your day with a cereal disco in the school holidays? Join us for...
June 2nd 2023 to June 4th 2023
Entertainment
2 Jun 2023 to 4 Jun 2023
A self-led museum trail for families of all ages to enjoy together, with a chance...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Exhibition
2 Jun 2023 to 28 Jul 2023
Gateshead
Plan your visit and find out what measures we are taking to keep staff and...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Exhibition
2 Jun 2023 to 28 Jul 2023
Unlock new stories and untold tales.Our online museum trails allow you to delve into the...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Exhibition
2 Jun 2023 to 28 Jul 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Where did all the Animals Go? '2021' by Jane Lee McCracken exhibits printed vinyls of...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Exhibition
2 Jun 2023 to 28 Jul 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Throughout the museum you can hear sound pieces created by composition students at Newcastle University...
June 2nd 2023 to June 30th 2023
Entertainment
2 Jun 2023 to 30 Jun 2023
Olga Prinku is an embroidery artist based in North Yorkshire. She created the concept of...
June 2nd 2023 to June 10th 2023
Exhibition
2 Jun 2023 to 10 Jun 2023
The University of Sunderland’s stage 2 BA (Hons) students studying on the Artist Designer Maker...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Exhibition
2 Jun 2023 to 28 Jul 2023
Gateshead
In collaboration with Gateshead Art Sociey, which has set up a new Self-Isolation Gallery, we...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Great North Nights is our...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
Walk the streets of Newcastle...
June 2nd 2023 to June 4th 2023
There’s lots of fun to...
June 2nd 2023 to July 28th 2023
During museum opening hoursThe River...
June 2nd to July 28th
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