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Things to do in Newcastle today

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Current events and activities in Newcastle

  1. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. Beamish Halloween Evenings 2026

    Something spooky is coming…Step back in time and get ready for a night you’ll never forget.

    17:00 at Beamish Museum: The Living Museum of the North

  5. Halloween Evening

    Something spooky is coming…Step back in time and get ready for a night you’ll never forget.

    17:00 at Beamish Museum: The Living Museum of the North

  6. 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

  7. 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

  8. 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

  9. 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

  10. 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

  11. Bee Tours - Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

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    00:00 at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

  12. 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

  13. 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

  14. The Picture of Dorian Gray - Royalty Theatre

    Dorian Grey becomes infatuated with an exquisite portrait of himself, making a Faustian pact to remain forever young while the canvas bears the scars of his moral decay.

    19:30 at Neville Hall

  15. Book Club - Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

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    14:00 at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

  16. Meet the Marquise: Portraits, Power, Poses and Pretend - South Shields Museum And Art Gallery

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    00:00 at South Shields Museum & Art Gallery

  17. Quayside Tour (Inside/Winter) - Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

    Please select Comedy Exhibition Family Festival Foodie Heritage Live Music Entertainment Workshops Seasonal Sporty Theatre Free Half Term Summer Holidays Summer Campaign Events

    10:30 at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

  18. Board Game Sundays - Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

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    10:00 at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

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