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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...
March 18th 2026 to March 18th 2026
Sporty
18 Mar 2026 to 18 Mar 2026
Gateshead
Newcastle United Women vs Birmingham City Women7pm Gateshead International Stadium
March 22nd 2026 to March 22nd 2026
Sporty
22 Mar 2026 to 22 Mar 2026
Gateshead
Newcastle United Women vs Crystal Palace Women2pmGateshead International Stadium
March 27th 2026 to March 27th 2026
Entertainment
27 Mar 2026 to 27 Mar 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls take on Exeter in this Premiership fixture.
April 4th 2026 to April 4th 2026
Entertainment
4 Apr 2026 to 4 Apr 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls face French giants La Rochelle after reaching a European knockout round for...
April 5th 2026 to April 5th 2026
Sporty
5 Apr 2026 to 5 Apr 2026
Gateshead
Newcastle United Women vs Nottingham Forest Women2pmGateshead International Stadium
April 24th 2026 to April 24th 2026
Entertainment
24 Apr 2026 to 24 Apr 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls take on Bristol Bears in this Premiership fixture.
May 3rd 2026 to May 3rd 2026
Sporty
3 May 2026 to 3 May 2026
Gateshead
Newcastle United Women vs Durham Women2pmGateshead International Stadium
May 10th 2026 to May 10th 2026
Entertainment
10 May 2026 to 10 May 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls take on Harlequins in this Premiership fixture.
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...
May 30th 2026 to May 30th 2026
Newcastle Red Bulls take on...
September 12th 2026 to September 12th 2026
The AJ Bell Junior &...
November 28th 2026 to November 28th 2026
Newcastle Falcons take on Leicester...
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Things To Do
Gateshead
Two slipways provide direct access to the River Tyne which is navigable for a distance...
Things To Do
Newcastle Red Bulls rugby team have been at Kingston Park Stadium, their current home ground...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Northern Runner is Newcastle's only specialist running shop. Stocking a wide range of running shoes...
Things To Do
Newcastle Thunder are the North East's only professional Rugby League Club based at Kingston Park...
Things To Do
Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
Things To Do
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
The Eagles are officially the most successful professional sports team in the North East and...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
Things To Do
Further Afield
The Stadium of Light is home of Sunderland AFC and popular north east venue for...
Where to Stay
Great North Hotel is the ideal location for visitors to Newcastle. Located just 3 miles...
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...
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