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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...
January 2nd 2026 to May 16th 2026
Entertainment
2 Jan 2026 to 16 May 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls host Gloucester Rugby in their final home league game of the 2024/2...
January 17th 2026 to February 28th 2026
Live Music
17 Jan 2026 to 28 Feb 2026
Gateshead
Yoga in Harmony returns, with Grace’s gentle flow accompanied by the shimmering piano of Paul...
January 21st 2026 to January 21st 2026
Entertainment
21 Jan 2026 to 21 Jan 2026
Newcastle United take on PSV Eindhoven in this UEFA Champions League fixture.
January 31st 2026
Entertainment
31 Jan 2026 to 31 Jan 2026
Boxing match.
February 2nd 2026 to February 5th 2026
Entertainment
2 Feb 2026 to 5 Feb 2026
The 2025 Premier League will be staged on Thursday nights from February until May, as...
February 28th 2026 to February 28th 2026
Family
28 Feb 2026 to 28 Feb 2026
Following a sold-out 2025 edition and a dramatic final race, the FIM World SuperEnduro Championship...
March 7th 2026
Entertainment
7 Mar 2026 to 7 Mar 2026
The Harlem Globetrotters, known for their international basketball skills, perform some of their best tricks...
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...
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
Newcastle Falcons take on Leicester...
January 21st
January 23rd
January 24th to January 24th
January 24th
January 24th
January 25th to January 25th
January 28th
January 28th to September 10th
January 30th
January 31st
February 1st
February 2nd to February 2nd
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...
Where to Stay
Great North Hotel is the ideal location for visitors to Newcastle. Located just 3 miles...
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
Gateshead International Stadium is the third largest stadium in Tyne and Wear, with a capacity...
Things To Do
Further Afield
The Stadium of Light is home of Sunderland AFC and popular north east venue for...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
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
Further Afield
Nestled in the heart of County Durham is Emirates Riverside, one of the most unique...
Things To Do
Ouseburn
The Valley Climb Newcastle is a state of the art bouldering gym on the edge...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Located just two miles from Newcastle city centre, TeamSport Go Karting promises an awesome, fun-filled...
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...
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