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Current events and activities in Newcastle
- Northern Lights Newcastle - Festive Light Trail
Northern Lights Newcastle returns to Leazes Park this winter with a brand-new theme, A Christmas Time Machine. Step into a spectacular illuminated journey inspired by the toys, traditions and memories of Christmases past
16:30-18:30 at Leazes Park
- Adult beginner swimming lessons
Our adult swimming lessons cater for all abilities. From complete beginners, all the way to people who are confident in the water but want to improve their stroke technique, stamina and overall ability.
18:00-18:45 at Hetton Community Pool and Wellness Centre
- How to Train Your Dragon 2 in Concert - More Info - The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
Our very own orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia.The soaring, sweeping soundtrack of How to Train Your Dragon 2, timed exactly to match the action on the big screen.
18:00 at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
- Ghostly and Grisly Quayside Walk - The Guildhall
Meet and finish at the Guildhall.A circular walk around the Quayside with ghost stories, witches, bodies fished out of the river, and murders on both sides of the Tyne.This walk includes some steep slopes.
18:30 at Neville Hall
- Spineshank - Times Square Outdoor Event Space
We are pleased to announce that between appearences with Skindred, Spineshank and Orgy are teaming up for some special shows this October!
19:00 at Neville Hall
- An Evening With Erin Rae (USA) - The Central
This is one of only a couple add on shows in Uk after Erin's Festival appearanceSince the release of her critically acclaimed 2018 debut Putting On Airs, Erin Rae has emerged as one of Nashville's foremost singer-songwriters.Rae's most recent release, 2022's Lighten Up, found her...
19:30 at Neville Hall
- Jamie Grey - Cluny 2
Jamie Grey is a singer songwriter with quite the story to tell. Having started his career later at the age of 23, in 2013 Jamie spent his early years building a brand and a reputation in and around his local area of Teesside as-well as London.
19:30 at The Cluny
- Northern Ballet: Cinderella - Theatre Royal
The timeless tale takes centre stage in this magical staging of Cinderella, performed by Northern Ballet.Originally choreographed by Michael Pink for Milwaukee Ballet, this feel-good ballet will have you dancing till midnight with breathtaking waltzes, tender duets, and...
19:30 at Theatre Royal Newcastle
- Spineshank - Digital
We are pleased to announce that between appearences with Skindred, Spineshank and Orgy are teaming up for some special shows this October!
19:30 at Neville Hall
- The Dunwells - Cluny 2
The Dunwells are a successful Leeds based Indie-folk / Americana band with strong vocals, powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Their debut album “Blind Sighted Faith” was released in 2012 following which they have released a further 6 albums/EP’s.
19:30 at Neville Hall
- Martin Simpson - More Info - The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
Melodic. Moving. At his absolute best.September 2026 sees the release of Some Kind of Jubilee the new album from Martin Simpson. 50 years on from his first LP, Golden Vanity, this record captures Martin at his absolute best supported by a cast of brilliant musicians.
20:00 at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
- Animal Handling - South Shields Museum And Art Gallery
Join us for an exciting animal handling and interaction session, where you can meet amazing creatures, learn fascinating facts, and enjoy hands-on crafty fun! Perfect for little explorers aged 4+.Hosted by Science Buddies
00:00 at South Shields Museum & Art Gallery
- Art Camp: 7-12 Year Olds - Laing Art Gallery
Young people are welcome to explore the galleries, talk about art, and create their own work in sessions led by a professional arts educator. Experiment with materials, learn new skills, and create a dynamic set of works in the Laing's Art Studio.
00:00 at Laing Art Gallery
- Bayeux-on-Tyne: Drawing the Bayeux Tapestry
Over time, several reproductions of the Bayeux Tapestry have been made. However, only rarely have copies been complete and to scale. One of the rarer, full-scale copies was created here in Newcastle.
00:00-02:00 at Great North Museum: Hancock
- Beacon Films: Unearthed Treasures
Beacon Films presents a series of films exploring what treasure means. Each filmmaker took on the challenge of creating a film about treasure - what it is, and who or what defines it.
00:00-02:00 at Great North Museum: Hancock
- Greggs Ta-Pastry
The eight-metre-long embroidery chronicles the conquest of the British high street by Greggs' most treasured (and tasty) artefacts, inviting you to look closer at the legacy that lives behind your everyday favourites.
00:00-02:00 at Great North Museum: Hancock
- Hammer and Hound Forge Blacksmith Demonstration Day
Come along to the museum this half term and see expert blacksmith, Alex Sowen, from Hammer and Hound Forge demonstrate some of his amazing metal work skills and see some treasure created in the museum garden.
00:00-02:00 at Great North Museum: Hancock
- Hammer and Hound Forge Blacksmith Demonstration Day - Great North Museum: Hancock
Come along to the museum this half term and see expert blacksmith, Alex Sowen, from Hammer and Hound Forge demonstrate some of his amazing metal work skills and see some treasure created in the museum garden.
00:00 at Great North Museum: Hancock