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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.
Dacia Magic Weekend has taken place at Newcastle's iconic city-centre stadium St James' Park for many years and is a not to be missed weekend for rugby fans. The showpiece rugby league tournament gives you a sporting weekend of unforgettable family entertainment.
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...
October 4th 2023 to October 4th 2023
Exhibition
4 Oct 2023 to 4 Oct 2023
Newcastle City Centre
A Thrilling UEFA Champions League Clash: Newcastle vs. PSG at St James' Park - Come...
October 25th 2023 to October 25th 2023
Exhibition
25 Oct 2023 to 25 Oct 2023
Newcastle City Centre
A Gripping UEFA Champions League Showdown: Newcastle vs. Dortmund at St James' Park. Stay tuned...
November 11th 2023 to January 7th 2024
Exhibition
11 Nov 2023 to 7 Jan 2024
Newcastle City Centre
Embrace Festive Joy at Life's Open-Air Ice Rink! Step into a winter wonderland as Life...
December 13th 2023 to December 13th 2023
Exhibition
13 Dec 2023 to 13 Dec 2023
Newcastle City Centre
A Grand Finale: Newcastle vs. AC Milan in the UEFA Champions League at St James'...
September 19th to November 28th
October 7th
October 7th
October 29th
November 12th
December 1st
December 2nd
December 10th
February 11th
February 17th
February 22nd
February 24th
September 6th 2024 to September 6th 2024
Sporty
6 Sep 2024 to 6 Sep 2024
Quayside
Dates for 2024's Great North 5K are yet to be announced, please check back soon...
July 2nd 2024 to July 2nd 2024
Seasonal
2 Jul 2024 to 2 Jul 2024
Newcastle City Centre
Join us in 2024 for the iconic Great North 10K – an unforgettable run through...
Where to Stay
Great North Hotel is the ideal location for visitors to Newcastle. Located just 3 miles...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Located just two miles from Newcastle city centre, TeamSport Go Karting promises an awesome, fun-filled...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slopes is the North East’s premiere ski facility in Sunderland...
September 9th 2023
Sporty
9 Sep 2023
Newcastle City Centre
The UK’s biggest and best kids running event is back on the 9th September 2023...
Things To Do
Gateshead
Two slipways provide direct access to the River Tyne which is navigable for a distance...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Northern Runner is Newcastle's only specialist running shop. Stocking a wide range of running shoes...
Things To Do
Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
If there is one thing that the North East is passionate about, it's football. Newcastle...
September 10th 2023
Sporty
10 Sep 2023 to 10 Sep 2023
Newcastle City Centre
Great North Run 2023 will take place on Sunday 10 September 2023. Start the Great...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Gateshead International Stadium is the third largest stadium in Tyne and Wear, with a capacity...
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