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.
February 7th 2026 to November 28th 2026
Family
7 Feb 2026 to 28 Nov 2026
Wylam Brewery are back with their 2026 Food Battles - a series of exciting events...
September 23rd 2026 to March 31st 2027
Entertainment
23 Sept 2026 to 31 Mar 2027
Gateshead
The perfect way to find out more about our exhibitions is to join a free...
October 1st 2026 to November 2nd 2026
Heritage
1 Oct 2026 to 2 Nov 2026
From the 1st October to the 2nd November, explore Newcastle Castle, and the city that...
October 3rd 2026 to October 4th 2026
Live Music
3 Oct 2026 to 4 Oct 2026
Irish pop superstars bring Westlife 25: The Anniversary Tour to the UK.The tour will see...
November 12th 2026 to November 12th 2026
Seasonal
12 Nov 2026 to 12 Nov 2026
Newcastle City Centre
*The below info is for Newcastle Christmas light switch on 2025. Stay tuned for information...
November 19th 2026 to December 23rd 2026
Seasonal
19 Nov 2026 to 23 Dec 2026
Newcastle City Centre
This year's festive celebrations promise something for everyone. Wander through an extended Christmas Market full...
September 22nd to January 31st
September 22nd to December 5th
September 22nd to January 16th
September 22nd to December 31st
September 22nd to January 17th
September 22nd to September 27th
September 22nd to April 11th
September 22nd to December 20th
September 22nd to September 27th
September 22nd to January 17th
September 22nd to October 20th
September 22nd to November 22nd
May 8th 2026 to May 9th 2026
Exhibition
8 May 2026 to 9 May 2026
Newcastle City Centre
The Late Shows are an award-winning free after-hours culture crawl that takes place annually in...
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...
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