Free events in NewcastleGateshead
No matter your budget, there are exciting events taking place in NewcastleGateshead every day of the week. Discover a list of free events happening in NewcastleGateshead below.
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No matter your budget, there are exciting events taking place in NewcastleGateshead every day of the week. Discover a list of free events happening in NewcastleGateshead below.
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Come rain or shine, there are always free events taking place in NewcastleGateshead. During summer, NE1’s Summer in the City’s action-packed calendar of free events take centre stage from July – September. From daily open-aired cinema screenings to yoga classes overlooking the picturesque Quayside, there’s a free event for everyone.
Fill your calendar during the ‘most wonderful time of the year’ with free events guaranteed to get you into the festive spirit, including Fenwick’s Christmas window reveal or bring in the New Year with the spectacular (and free!) Lasers of Light, illuminating the Quayside.
Many of NewcastleGateshead’s incredible museums and attractions offer free events and exhibitions, allowing you to immerse yourself in history, culture and art without spending a penny.
Visit The Great North Museum to be greeted by a full-size T-Rex skeleton and enjoy a variety of free events throughout the year. Looking for free events for the family? BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, The Common Room and many other attractions provide free events for children during school holidays. Taking place annually, Heritage Open Open Days are a celebration of England's architecture and culture that provide free access to some of NewcastleGateshead’s historical landmarks through a weekend long events programme.
Discover a full list of free events happening in NewcastleGateshead below and start planning a free and fun day out today.
January 28th 2026 to June 7th 2026
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28 Jan 2026 to 7 Jun 2026
Gateshead
This major group exhibition explores different marine ecosystems, from near-shore and intertidal zones to coral...
January 29th 2026 to January 31st 2026
Entertainment
29 Jan 2026 to 31 Jan 2026
Love history, heritage, or meeting new people? Curious about volunteering? Join us for our Volunteer...
February 5th 2026
Entertainment
5 Feb 2026 to 5 Feb 2026
Hosted by the Diocese of Newcastles Continuing Ministerial Formation (CMF) group, this monthly seminar series...
February 14th 2026 to May 9th 2026
Entertainment
14 Feb 2026 to 9 May 2026
The Hatton is pleased to present an exhibition curated from the Jerwood Collection by the...
February 17th 2026 to October 27th 2026
Entertainment
17 Feb 2026 to 27 Oct 2026
Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience...
February 17th 2026 to February 17th 2026
Family
17 Feb 2026 to 17 Feb 2026
Join staff from the Great North Children’s Hospital for an insight into their amazing work...
February 25th 2026 to March 27th 2026
Family
25 Feb 2026 to 27 Mar 2026
Gateshead
Wed 25 – Fri 27 Feb | 10:00-18:00Dive into an ocean of creativity this February...
March 5th 2026
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5 Mar 2026 to 5 Mar 2026
Hosted by the Diocese of Newcastles Continuing Ministerial Formation (CMF) group, this monthly seminar series...
March 18th 2026
Heritage
18 Mar 2026 to 18 Mar 2026
A closed session for participants of the Cultural Match programme - agenda and more info...
March 28th 2026 to August 30th 2026
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March 28th 2026 to August 30th 2026
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May 6th 2026
Join us for an inclusive...
May 8th 2026 to May 9th 2026
The Late Shows is back...
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February 22nd 2025 to February 22nd 2025
Family
22 Feb 2025 to 22 Feb 2025
Newcastle City Centre
The 2026 Lunar New Year celebrations are set to bring a display of colour, sound...
May 8th 2026 to May 9th 2026
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8 May 2026 to 9 May 2026
Newcastle City Centre
The Late Shows is back. The Late Shows, an award-winning free after-hours culture crawl. takes...
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