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Ne193 NE1 Summer in the City

Attend unmissable, free events, all year round

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.

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Immerse yourself in culturally enriching free events

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.

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Wednesdays at St Mary's Heritage Centre

September 17th to March 25th

Foodie
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Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE...

September 18th to October 23rd

Family
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Some Kind of Love: Actions and...

September 20th to January 24th

Entertainment
Some Kind of Love Actions and Reactions to Living on a Damaged Planet

Three Magpies Death Cafe

September 21st to December 7th

Entertainment
Three Magpies Death Cafe

Breathe, Create, Connect

September 23rd to February 24th

Family
Breathe Create Connect

My Pro Memories

September 23rd to September 23rd

Family
My Pro Memories

Showaoke!

October 3rd to November 27th

Live Music
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Make and Mend Market

October 4th to December 6th

Family
Make and Mend Market

The Queer Coffee Club

October 4th to March 7th

Entertainment
The Queer Coffee Club

Tuesday Jam

October 7th to April 21st

Live Music
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The People's Theatre: New Members Night

October 8th to November 12th

Heritage
The Peoples Theatre New Members Night

What the Others Built

October 9th to November 1st

Entertainment
What the Others Built

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