Newcastle upon Tyne Events Calendar

Looking for something to do in Newcastle upon Tyne? Whether you're a local, new in town or just cruising through we've got loads of great tips and events to offer. Find out what’s on in Newcastle upon Tyne with our regularly updated events calendar featuring the best upcoming events in Newcastle upon Tyne and the area.

This guide lists events at a glance, showing what’s on each month. See the highlights of What’s On for Newcastle upon Tyne, featuring the best of things to do in Newcastle upon Tyne – Live Music and Gigs, Family Events, Art & Culture, Food & Drink and much more. Newcastle upon Tyne fundraisers and charity events.

Important This Event Calendar is not maintained on a daily basis and some events may have changed dates or are no longer happening. Please double-check the event websites for the most up-to-date information.

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Murder Mystery Experience

I'm Puzzled Blackett St, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Get ready to immerse yourself in an exciting and exclusive adventure. Explore the city like never before with our cutting-edge mobile app as your trusty guide. Trek through the town, crack codes, and interrogate virtual suspects to gather crucial clues. (Yes, it's like being in your own thrilling detective movie!) Welcome to the seedy streets […]

£15 – £20

The Murder Trial Live

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Between 1971 & 1992 Lancashire was rocked by a succession of female murders. The largest manhunt in criminal history was launched with the help of five police forces, despite this every lead yielded no results. For 20 years a murderer remained at large with the killing spree seemingly ending in 1991.Following the discovery of a […]

£30 – £60

The Billy Joel Songbook 2025 Tour

O2 City Hall Newcastle Northumberland Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Following sold out tours across the UK and Europe, celebrated singer-songwriter and pianist Elio Pace and his incredible band are returning with the sensational award-winning show The Billy Joel Songbook in 2025. The exciting live show will hit the road throughout September and October visiting 19 theatres across England, Scotland and Wales. Paying homage to […]

£27.10

Mama Africa

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Zimbabwean born singer, musician and storyteller Anna Mudeka tells the remarkable life story of an iconic South African singer, songwriter and civil rights activist, Miriam Makeba, charting her rise from the townships of Johannesburg to global star, forced into exile for her stand against apartheid and marginalised for championing Black rights.  Told in four character […]

£12

Over and Over (and over again)

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Time stretches. The dance floor is a paradise. This moment is all there is. We are lifted by the lights, held by the music. Our hard edges soften and our hearts swell – finding place, finding ground, finding home.   Join Candoco and Dan Daw Creative Projects on a beat-driven, joyful journey to a perfect rave […]

£12

Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

The Juggle is a brand-new tour from confessional multi-award winning comedian Suzi Ruffell. It’s hard to be good all the time. A good mother, a good daughter, a good partner, a good friend, a good person. To be ambitious but not ruthless; a success but not a sell-out. A gentle parent but not a pushover. To […]

£17.00

Suzi Ruffell: The Juggle

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

The Juggle is a brand-new tour from confessional multi-award winning comedian Suzi Ruffell. It’s hard to be good all the time. A good mother, a good daughter, a good partner, a good friend, a good person. To be ambitious but not ruthless; a success but not a sell-out. A gentle parent but not a pushover. To […]

£17

The Remarkable Ben Hart

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Prepare to have your reality rewritten…  Following sold-out shows around the world, Ben Hart returns with a brand-new show—his most astonishing and impossible yet.  An entirely unique voice in magic, Ben Hart brings together enthralling storytelling, sharp wit and indisputable charm, to create magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling.  This time, it’s […]

£21

Outlawed

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Get ready for a night at The Major Oak, the hottest speakeasy in the whole of Sherwood Forest, where Robin and their dangerously talented gang of Merry Fools are set to throw a party so big, even the Sheriff wants in!  With Marian & Tuck’d by Robin’s side and the sensually terrifying Sheriff out to […]

£12

Birdwatching

Northern Stage Barras Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne

Amelia, Poppy and Lauren are wild camping in the Northumberland forest. As the woods darken around them and tensions flare, a watchful presence takes hold over the camp. A perfect boiling pot of paranoia, superstition and adolescent insecurity ensues that hangs on a chilling question: who is watching who? With female, queer and neurodivergent perspectives […]

£12

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