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Whether you love watching live sport or want to take part in a sporty event in NewcastleGateshead - there is plenty going on all year round to help you work up a sweat!
From horse racing and cricket tournaments to epic live football, rugby and basketball matches all showcasing local, national and international teams. Fans of sport visiting NewcastleGateshead can also watch world-class athletics as well as take part in the famous Great North Run each September.
When visiting NewcastleGateshead, why not go for a run around one of its parks or leave your trainers at home and absorb the thrill of the action with a fascinating stadium tour at St James' Park, home of Newcastle United Football Club.
Passion for sport (and in particular, football) runs through Geordie veins so visitors looking to satisfy their search for a sporty event will also find theatre, entertainment and exhibitions dedicated to sport at some of the attractions and venues across the city. Take a look at the sporting events to make you cheer or get your heart racing this year...
November 23rd 2025
Live Music
23 Nov 2025 to 23 Nov 2025
Newcastle City Centre
Enjoy classic tunes from Disney and more whilst you skate! Get ready to let it...
November 27th 2025
Live Music
27 Nov 2025 to 27 Nov 2025
Feel on the edge of glory in this Gaga spectacular! Have a monster night out...
November 28th 2025
Live Music
28 Nov 2025 to 28 Nov 2025
Newcastle City Centre
Everyone deserves a chance to... skate To celebrate Wicked: For Good, Life Science Centre’s outdoor...
September 3rd
September 5th to September 7th
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September 5th 2025 to September 5th 2025
Sporty
5 Sept 2025 to 5 Sept 2025
Quayside
*NOW SOLD OUT* The AJ Bell Great North 5k is the curtain-raiser event for the...
Where to Stay
Great North Hotel is the ideal location for visitors to Newcastle. Located just 3 miles...
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Newcastle Falcons rugby team have been at Kingston Park Stadium, their current home ground, since...
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Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
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Further Afield
Gateshead International Stadium is the third largest stadium in Tyne and Wear, with a capacity...
September 6th 2025 to September 6th 2024
Sporty
6 Sept 2025 to 6 Sept 2024
Newcastle City Centre
The AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great North Run is SOLD OUT. The AJ Bell...
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Newcastle City Centre
Located just two miles from Newcastle city centre, TeamSport Go Karting promises an awesome, fun-filled...
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Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
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Gateshead
Two slipways provide direct access to the River Tyne which is navigable for a distance...
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Further Afield
Nestled in the heart of County Durham is Emirates Riverside, one of the most unique...
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Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
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Ouseburn
The Valley Climb Newcastle is a state of the art bouldering gym on the edge...
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