6 upcoming events in Newcastle upon Tyne
September 2026
13
SEP
Great North Run
The world's biggest half marathon, a 13.1-mile run from Newcastle city centre to the coast at South Shields.
26
SEP
NE1 Newcastle Dragon Boat Race
Charity dragon boat racing on the River Tyne beside the Quayside, with teams competing in decorated boats.
October 2026
10
OCT
Oktoberfest Newcastle
Bavarian-style beer festival with steins, live oompah bands and food held at Times Square in Newcastle.
November 2026
14
NOV
Newcastle Christmas Market
Festive market stalls, food and drink around Grey's Monument and Grainger Street in Newcastle city centre.
July 2027
3
JUL
Ouseburn Festival
Free annual community festival celebrating the art, music and independent culture of Newcastle's Ouseburn Valley.
24
JUL
Newcastle Pride
One of the UK's largest LGBTQ+ Pride festivals with a parade and live music across Newcastle city centre.