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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...
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 28th 2026 to November 28th 2026
Entertainment
28 Nov 2026 to 28 Nov 2026
Newcastle Falcons take on Leicester Tigers in this Premiership fixture.
January 2nd 2027 to January 2nd 2027
Entertainment
2 Jan 2027 to 2 Jan 2027
Newcastle Falcons host Gloucester Rugby in their final home league game of the 2024/25 Gallagher...
March 6th 2027 to March 6th 2027
Family
6 Mar 2027 to 6 Mar 2027
Experience the raw power, precision, and adrenaline of the FIM SuperEnduro World Championship, where the...
July 25th to July 25th
August 22nd to August 22nd
August 23rd to August 23rd
August 30th to August 30th
August 30th to August 30th
September 5th to September 5th
September 12th to September 12th
September 19th to September 19th
October 10th to October 10th
October 17th to October 17th
October 24th to October 24th
October 31st to October 31st
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Further Afield
Nestled in the heart of County Durham is Emirates Riverside, one of the most unique...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slopes is the North East’s premiere ski facility in Sunderland...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
Things To Do
Newcastle Thunder are the North East's only professional Rugby League Club based at Kingston Park...
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
Newcastle City Centre
The Eagles are officially the most successful professional sports team in the North East and...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
Where to Stay
Great North Hotel is the ideal location for visitors to Newcastle. Located just 3 miles...
Things To Do
Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Gateshead International Stadium is the third largest stadium in Tyne and Wear, with a capacity...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Die-hard fans of the Toon will be in sporting heaven, as the Newcastle United Football...
Things To Do
Newcastle Red Bulls rugby team have been at Kingston Park Stadium, their current home ground...
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