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.
March 18th 2026 to April 2nd 2026
Family
18 Mar 2026 to 2 Apr 2026
Big Beasts, Little Beasts is an interactive family trail that invites you to explore the...
March 18th 2026 to May 9th 2026
Entertainment
18 Mar 2026 to 9 May 2026
The Hatton is pleased to present an exhibition curated from the Jerwood Collection by the...
March 18th 2026 to June 7th 2026
Entertainment
18 Mar 2026 to 7 Jun 2026
Gateshead
This major group exhibition explores different marine ecosystems, from near-shore and intertidal zones to coral...
March 18th 2026 to May 9th 2026
Entertainment
18 Mar 2026 to 9 May 2026
The Hatton is pleased to present an exhibition curated from the Jerwood Collection by the...
March 18th 2026 to March 27th 2026
Family
18 Mar 2026 to 27 Mar 2026
Gateshead
Wed 25 – Fri 27 Feb | 10:00-18:00Dive into an ocean of creativity this February...
March 28th 2026 to September 20th 2026
Heritage
28 Mar 2026 to 20 Sept 2026
Step into the fascinating world of treasure and see some amazing archaeological finds from across...
March 28th 2026 to August 30th 2026
Entertainment
28 Mar 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
Gateshead
28 March – 30 August 2026A solo exhibition of work by the late Milly Thompson...
March 28th 2026 to August 30th 2026
Entertainment
28 Mar 2026 to 30 Aug 2026
Gateshead
28 March – 30 August 2026An interactive installation exploring creativity, collaboration and community, by North-East-based...
March 28th 2026 to March 28th 2026
Family
28 Mar 2026 to 28 Mar 2026
The Great North Museum: Hancock has invited a very special guest to help launch a...
April 2nd 2026
The Chrism Eucharist is a...
April 2nd 2026
To: Hon Assistant Bishops, all...
April 7th 2026 to October 27th 2026
Enjoy early access to the...
April 29th 2026
The Mini Wonders Programme includes...
May 6th
May 8th to May 9th
September 17th to March 25th
September 23rd to September 23rd
October 7th to April 21st
February 7th to November 28th
March 5th to March 28th
March 14th to July 5th
March 18th to April 18th
March 18th to June 7th
March 18th to March 25th
March 18th to September 30th
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
Exhibition
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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