What’s On?

From festive shows to live entertainment, family days out to seasonal experiences and even spectacular celebrations, Newcastle has Christmas all wrapped up. Discover what’s happening across the city and start planning your perfect festive visit.

Featured Events

Check out what’s happening in the city this festive season!

Christmas Lights Switch On

12 November - 12 November

Northern Lights

20 November - 31 December

Ice Skating at the Life Science Centre

7 November - 3 January

Arts & Culture:

A Christmas Carol at The Lit and Phil

27 November - 27 November

Northern Gothic Hexmas Market

28 November - 28 November

The Puppet Folk Experience: The Muppet Christmas Carol and Muppets greatest hits!

19 November - 20 November

Christmas Gothic

15 December - 15 December

Stained Glass Workshop with Rita Griskonyte

13 December - 13 December

RBO Cinema Season 2026-27: The Nutcracker

1 December - 13 December

It's a Wonderful Life (1946)

11 December - 24 December

Luxury Christmas Wreath Making Workshop with Jasmine & Pear Flowers

6 December - 6 December

Blackfriars' Wreath Making Workshop

22 November - 29 November

Ice Skating at the Life Science Centre

7 November - 3 January

Love Actually (2003) Popcorn & Prosecco

5 December - 22 December

Christmas Lights Switch On

12 November - 12 November

It’s A Wonderful Life (1946) + Festive Afternoon Tea

12 December - 19 December

Mediaeval Baebes

9 December - 9 December

The Snow Queen

3 December - 2 January

Home Alone (1990) + Home Alone 2 (1992) Double Bill

13 December - 13 December

Dickens by Candlelight: A Christmas Carol

26 November - 24 December

Set the Perfect Table for Christmas Masterclass

12 December - 19 December

Christmas Wreath Making Workshop at Motel One

21 November - 21 November

Festive Wreath Making Workshop at Tyne Theatre & Opera House

14 November - 14 November

Festive Lino Printing Workshop

24 November - 24 November

Imperial Classical Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker

27 October - 27 October

Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence (1983)

30 November - 30 November

Greek Christmas Market

21 November - 21 November

Festive Wreath Making Workshop at Tyneside Cinema

26 November - 4 December