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Discover what makes NewcastleGateshead the go-to place for roaring nightlife.

Experience a city bursting with buzzing bars and pubs, a burgeoning restaurant scene and world-class entertainment.

Choose from the best bars and top pubs in Newcastle and Gateshead which are always full of life and guaranteed to put you in the party mood. Make your way to the Bigg Market and dance along the cobbles of the Old George or salsa the night away in the authentic vibes of Revolution De Cuba. Totter along the bustling High Bridge Street which connects the lively Bigg Market to Grey Street and take your pick of stylish cocktail and gin bars like Pleased To Meet You and Leila Lily’s.

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Revellers can continue down towards Newcastle Quayside and enjoy a night ‘out out’ in Newcastle at venues like Livello, Aveika and Colonel Porters where DJs supply the tunes into the early hours. Dance until the small hours at Newcastle's superclub The Lofts or sample creative cocktails seven days a week at their sister venue, The Hustle.

For a guaranteed good time, head to LGBTQ+ favourites Rusty’s or Boulevard – Newcastle’s number one cabaret venue – where everyone’s welcome for a lively night of feel-good pop and entertainment.

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A night out in NewcastleGateshead comes in many forms. Enjoy a meal out at a choice of restaurants or try your hand at bowling or crazy golf while you sip a cool beer at popular entertainment venues like Lane 7 and Mr Mulligan’s. Call into The Stand Comedy Club on High Bridge Street to start your night out in Newcastle with some side-splitting laughs or take your pick of shows at the many theatres before rolling back to hotels like Motel One and Maldron which are both great places to stay right in the heart of the action.

For a night out involving top-quality craft beer, good food and overflowing with atmosphere – head to Gateshead Quayside and join By The River Brew Co. for a pint beside the River Tyne or stroll between Ouseburn’s laid-back collection of friendly and relaxed pubs and breweries for a relaxed night out bursting with character. Staybridge Suites Hotel on the edge of Ouseburn is a great place to stay if you want to enjoy the popular pub scene without having to walk far.

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