The Pride Arena - Northern Pride

🌈 Newcastle Pride Arena is back for 2025 – and it’s bigger, bolder, and bursting with Pride!

Taking over Times Square for one unforgettable weekend this summer, Northern Pride presents two jam-packed days of live music, drag royalty, tribute acts and party anthems to celebrate LGBTQIA+ pride in the heart of Newcastle.

Saturday 19 July
The Pride Arena stage will host pop royalty Pixie Lott, DJ and TV favourite Gok Wan, 90s dance legend Livin’ Joy, and Drag Race UK finalist Michael Marouli, with even more dazzling performances from:

• Local cabaret sensation Queerdo

• 2025’s Drag Idol Winner

• The vibrant Newcastle Mela

• Acclaimed choir Northern Proud Voices

All hosted by Miss Rory, with co-hosts Plastiq and Paris Munro, and with the much-loved Dance & Cabaret Stage making a fabulous return.

Sunday 20 July
Close out the weekend in uplifting style with the ultimate tribute party, featuring:

• That Freddie Queen (Queen)

• Totally Taylor (Taylor Swift)

• Donna Marie (Lady Gaga)

• Taste of Sabrina (Sabrina Carpenter)

• The Future is Queer showcase

• A moving Candlelight Vigil to end the weekend with reflection and solidarity.

Expect massive singalong moments, huge Pride energy and a crowd that knows how to celebrate.

With over 50 metres of bar space, street food from the best local vendors and a Platinum VIP zone offering exclusive access, serviced toilets, a front-of-stage dancing area and meet-and-greets, this is Newcastle’s summer party of the year.

Don't miss the highlight of Newcastle’s Pride celebrations – secure your tickets today!