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Whether you love watching live sport or want to take part in a sporty event in NewcastleGateshead - there is plenty going on all year round to help you work up a sweat!
From horse racing and cricket tournaments to epic live football, rugby and basketball matches all showcasing local, national and international teams. Fans of sport visiting NewcastleGateshead can also watch world-class athletics as well as take part in the famous Great North Run each September.
When visiting NewcastleGateshead, why not go for a run around one of its parks or leave your trainers at home and absorb the thrill of the action with a fascinating stadium tour at St James' Park, home of Newcastle United Football Club.
Passion for sport (and in particular, football) runs through Geordie veins so visitors looking to satisfy their search for a sporty event will also find theatre, entertainment and exhibitions dedicated to sport at some of the attractions and venues across the city. Take a look at the sporting events to make you cheer or get your heart racing this year...
May 16th 2026 to August 16th 2026
Live Music
16 May 2026 to 16 Aug 2026
Gateshead
Soft light. Gentle music. Just you and the mat.A teacher leads the practice. A live...
May 16th 2026 to January 2nd 2027
Entertainment
16 May 2026 to 2 Jan 2027
Newcastle Falcons host Gloucester Rugby in their final home league game of the 2024/25 Gallagher...
May 30th 2026 to May 30th 2026
Entertainment
30 May 2026 to 30 May 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls take on Sale Sharks in this Premiership fixture.
June 13th 2026 to June 13th 2026
Entertainment
13 Jun 2026 to 13 Jun 2026
Gateshead
Inhale. Exhale. Let live music lead.Find your flow in a restorative morning practice where movement...
September 11th 2026
Entertainment
11 Sept 2026 to 11 Sept 2026
For the first time in its history, Sky’s multi-BAFTA award-winning A League of Their Own...
September 12th 2026 to September 12th 2026
Sporty
12 Sept 2026 to 12 Sept 2026
Newcastle City Centre
The AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great North Run is SOLD OUT. The AJ Bell...
November 21st 2026 to November 22nd 2026
Family
21 Nov 2026 to 22 Nov 2026
Get ready for the ultimate action-packed experience, as Gladiators Live Tour makes its global debut...
November 28th 2026 to November 28th 2026
Entertainment
28 Nov 2026 to 28 Nov 2026
Newcastle Falcons take on Leicester Tigers in this Premiership fixture.
May 17th
May 17th to May 17th
May 23rd
May 23rd to May 23rd
May 24th
May 24th to May 24th
June 6th
June 6th to June 6th
June 6th
June 17th to June 17th
June 17th to June 27th
June 20th to June 20th
Things To Do
Newcastle Thunder are the North East's only professional Rugby League Club based at Kingston Park...
July 5th 2026 to July 5th 2026
Seasonal
5 Jul 2026 to 5 Jul 2026
Newcastle City Centre
Join us in 2026 for the iconic Great North 10K – an unforgettable run through...
Things To Do
Gateshead
Two slipways provide direct access to the River Tyne which is navigable for a distance...
September 12th 2026 to September 12th 2026
Sporty
12 Sept 2026 to 12 Sept 2026
Newcastle City Centre
The AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great North Run is SOLD OUT. The AJ Bell...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
Things To Do
Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Located just two miles from Newcastle city centre, TeamSport Go Karting promises an awesome, fun-filled...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Northern Runner is Newcastle's only specialist running shop. Stocking a wide range of running shoes...
Things To Do
Further Afield
The Stadium of Light is home of Sunderland AFC and popular north east venue for...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slopes is the North East’s premiere ski facility in Sunderland...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Die-hard fans of the Toon will be in sporting heaven, as the Newcastle United Football...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
The Eagles are officially the most successful professional sports team in the North East and...
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