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Down for the Count Swing Orchestra: Swing Into Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year: the 30-piece Down for the Count Swing Orchestra returns with its much-loved annual seasonal treat, "Swing Into Christm…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

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The Wandering Hearts

With their seamless vocal harmonies, The Wandering Hearts are reminiscent of First Aid Kit and Of Monsters and Men, whilst channelling Fleetwood Mac’s pop sensi…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Disney Princess - The Concert

Your every dream will come true as larger-than-life animation and theatrical effects immerse the audience in pure Disney magic, while these powerhouse talents s…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Wet Wet Wet

Released in 1987, Popped In Souled Out was the album that introduced Wet Wet Wet to not only a national audience, but a global one too.

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Nadine Shah

Harvest Sun Promotions present English singer-songwriter and musician, Nadine Shah live.

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

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Brazilian Energy…a celebration of music, dance and food.

Bom dia! Come join us at The Staiths Cafe for a vibrant celebration of Brazilian culture!

The Staiths Cafe, Gateshead

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The Amy Winehouse Band

We are delighted to bring you this exceptional & unique show: this, is The Amy Winehouse Band – Amy’s Original band led by her long term Musical Director/Bass p…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Björn Again

Björn Again. The original Australian ABBA Homage has amassed over 5,800 shows in 78 countries in 39 years.

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Live/Wire: The AC/DC Show

Live/Wire bring the thunder of AC/DC to life with unmatched energy, passion, and power.

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Family Crafting - summer holidays 2026

A fun crafting session for all. Our friendly staff will be on hand to support, and a variety of materials will be available.

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

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Grow Your Own Garden

Our all-new Baltic Garden is starting to bloom - and now it’s your turn! Help us create a garden from cardboard and recycled materials.Our all-new Baltic Garden…

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

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Producer Series: Artisans Partisans

We’re delighted to be hosting Leila Killoran from Artisans Partisans for a night of food and wine pairing.

Victor Indigo November, Gateshead

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BBC Introducing Live at the Proms

Fresh. Unpredictable. Making serious waves.Who’s on stageFrom first plays to big stages – presenter Shakk welcomes an incredible line-up of artists who’ve all b…

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Ivor Cutler and the Shinytribe: a Double Bill of Songs and Stories Performed by Tim Dalling.

Ivor Cutler and the Shinytribe: A double bill of songs and stories performed by Tim Dalling.The first half: Help I Think Im Turning Into Ivor Cutler Tim's tribu…

Little Theatre, Gateshead

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Bee Tours

Find out more about Baltic's resident honeybees and the crucial role bees play in our ecosystems in this free tour with Baltic Crew.Discover facts about our res…

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

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Tour de Vin: Team Blanc

Tour de Vin is back! Join us for a wine tasting along this year’s Tour de France route.We’ve split this into two – Team Blanc & Team Rouge.

Victor Indigo November, Gateshead

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BBC Proms: Crippled Symmetry

Hypnotic. Shifting. Time slips through your fingers.Who’s on stageDinis Sousa - Music Director of Royal Northern Sinfonia - swaps his baton for the keys, joinin…

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BBC Proms: Nadine Shah and Royal Northern Sinfonia

Raw. Soulful. Strings hit hard.Who’s on stageSouth Tyneside-born singer-songwriter Nadine Shah is back on home turf for a special Proms performance on our conco…

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BBC Proms: Choirs on the Concourse

Voices. Layered. Feel it in your bones.Who’s on stageSofi Jeannin conducts three amazing choirs: BBC Singers, Chorus of Royal Northern Sinfonia, and Voices of t…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

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The Beatles Vs Elton John

Logan Paul Murphy is already making a name for himself in the music industry.It all started when Murphy was spotted busking on the streets of Liverpool by the w…

Little Theatre, Gateshead

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The Metrognomes Present: Back to the Metrocentre Part II

The Metrognomes return this summer in a follow up to their May Half Term show ‘Back to the Metrocentre’, following on the same theme of 40th birthday celebratio…

Metrocentre, Gateshead

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Explore and Draw for all ages

Pop into the gallery to draw and explore. You can also relax and play in the Sensory Space.This is a free activity for all ages, which you can do at your own pa…

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Holiday Art Class - Summer

A 90 minute art class for 7 - 12 year olds (accompanied) led by artist Steph. You'll learn artistic techniques and each session has a different theme.

Shipley Art Gallery, Gateshead

Unfussy Festival: Morgan Seatree

After the huge success of Morgans UK tour and 2 back to back sellouts in Newcastle.

Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead

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Big Summer Carnival Disco

Dance into a world of colour and celebration as we bring summer to a joyful close with carnival energy and feel‑good beats.Get hands‑on with vibrant making acti…

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

The Darling Buds

Influenced by the catchy simple sound of the early Beatles as well as that of Blondie, the Darling Buds create melodic, hook-driven, short-duration tunes bound…

The Central, Gateshead

Second Speed Accelerate Festival 2026

Lineup phase one will be announced early 2025! Before we announce this we have limited early access tickets!

Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead

Robyn Hitchcock

With a career now spanning six decades, Robyn Hitchcock remains a truly one-of-a-kind artist –surrealist rock ’n’ roller, iconic troubadour, guitarist, poet, pa…

The Central, Gateshead

Country Meets Rock

When two world-class voices share one stage, magic happens.Country Meets Rock unites Thorne Hill, a multi-award-winning country artist and one of the finest mal…

Little Theatre, Gateshead

Second Speed Accelerate: VIEZE ASBAK (ALL DAY LONG)

Vieze Asbak (ALL DAY LONG) We are bringing something very special to a brand new area in the gateshead stadium!

Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead

Ben Hemsley's Halloween Day

Join us for an unforgettable Halloween Day Rave as 6,000 ravers descend on a huge hangar for a spectacular day of music, production, and pure energy.

Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead

Second Speed X ReBoot: Ben Hemsley + More

Join us for an unforgettable Halloween Day Rave as 6,000 ravers descend on a huge hangar for a spectacular day of music, production, and pure energy.

Gateshead International Stadium, Gateshead

Cilla & The Swinging 60s

Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, stylishly celebrating the life and music of the legendary Cilla Black - as well as a handpicked selectio…

Little Theatre, Gateshead

Ags Connolly

A traditional country artist from Oxfordshire, England, Ags Connolly is widely considered to be one of the best singer-songwriters in the genre ever to emerge f…

The Central, Gateshead

James Yorkston

James Yorkston is a Scottish folk-pop singer-songwriter, author, and multi-instrumentalist from the East Neuk of Fife.

The Central, Gateshead

Tony Wright

Tony Wright is the lead singer and songwriter of rock band Terrorvision, famed for smash hits including 'Tequila', 'Perseverance and Alice', and 'What’s the Mat…

The Central, Gateshead

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Robin Hood

Join Bella Bluebell for another adventure for 2026 in the merriest panto around... ROBIN HOOD

Little Theatre, Gateshead

Music on Film: Stop Making Sense

Iconic. Immersive. Feel every note.We’re dimming the lights, cranking the volume, and rolling out the beanbags for a series of big-screen deep dives into the gi…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Music On Film: The Last Waltz

Iconic. Immersive. Feel every note.We’re dimming the lights, cranking the volume, and rolling out the beanbags for a series of big-screen deep dives into the gi…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Deaf Devils Plus Shank and the Shivs

Incredible band the deaf devils are here at the bull at last. Do not miss this show!!!

The Black Bull, Gateshead

Mastering the Metal Summer Edition

Ready to spark your creativity and learn new skills this summer? Join us for, a fun and welcoming 4-week course designed for anyone with an interest in metalwor…

Bensham Grove Community Centre, Gateshead

Family Film Club: Sing

Cosy. Colourful. Big‑screen magic.Find a spot in our cinema-meets-hangout hideaway. Beanbags you can sink into. Popcorn in both hands.

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Shelley Tenerife - NorthEast Takeover

Shelley Tenerife: Live in North Tyneside Get ready for an unforgettable night of soaring vocals and heartfelt performance as Shelley Tenerife the powerhouse sin…

Thomas Wilson Working Mens Club, Gateshead

Game On

Play. Build. Go Wild.A drop-in, dive-in kind of Sunday, where families take over the Concourse and burn off every last bit of summer energy.Arcade games for the…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Orange is the New Blanc

Love Orange wine? Hate Orange wine? Have no idea where to begin with Orange wine? Whichever camp you fall into, this is the tasting for you.We’ll be tasting a s…

Victor Indigo November, Gateshead

Jumpin' Jive

Rhythmic. Raucous. Shoes off and move. Think old-school swing, turned up loud and remixed with a DJ who refuses to let the room rest.Already know your lindy fro…

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, Gateshead

Something Like a Festival

Join us for a day of summer festival fun, art sessions, performances and films designed and programmed by young people, for young people to celebrate peace & fr…

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

Get Heavy Festival

Two days. Sixteen bands. One mission: No gimmicks. No bullshit. Just Metal.Get Heavy Festival returns to Downcast Studios for a weekend of pure, unfiltered heav…

Downcast Studios, Gateshead