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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Experience the festive wonders of Newcastle upon Tyne with our comprehensive guide. From Newcastle upon Tyne enthusiasts to first-time visitors, this guide ensures you catch the magic of the season.

Popular events include the enchanting Newcastle Christmas Market, where visitors can explore a variety of stalls offering local crafts and seasonal treats. The Fenwick Christmas Window Reveal offers a spectacular display that captures the spirit of the holidays, featuring beautifully themed decorations and festive window scenes. And the Northern Lights Newcastle is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing stunning light installations throughout the city. Be sure to check out the rest of the page for more details on these and other fun events and activities!

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Newcastle upon Tyne Holiday Light Displays

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Inclusive and multi-sensory light trail with unique installations and festive food options.

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Northern Lights Newcastle is an immersive light trail featuring world-class illuminations, dynamic choreography, and a Christmas Village with local food vendors and vintage fairground rides. The event is inclusive and accessible, designed for all ages and abilities.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Northern Lights Newcastle

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Newcastle upon Tyne Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Family-friendly activities and unique gift stalls.

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Newcastle Christmas Market offers a variety of family-friendly activities, including Santa's Stories tipi, Elf Workshop, and Rockin Reindeer stage, amidst bustling market stalls offering unique gifts and seasonal treats. The event features iconic North Pole igloo pods and the return of the ever-popular Moosenwirt alpine bar, adding a warming touch to Newcastle's food and drink scene. The festivities officially kick off with a Christmas lights switch-on event, bringing a twinkle to everyone's eye.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Newcastle Christmas Market

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Large-scale indoor and outdoor market with diverse shopping and dining options.

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Gateshead Stadium Indoor & Outdoor Christmas Market features 200 stalls offering a wide range of gifts, food, and drinks, including hog roast, log fired pizza, hot drinks, cocktails, mulled wine, and cider.

Where: Gateshead | More Info: Gateshead Stadium Indoor & Outdoor Christmas Market

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Packed with market stalls, children's entertainment, and live music.

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The Christmas Market at Utilita Arena Newcastle features a packed array of market stalls, children's entertainment, live music, and a variety of food and drinks. It also offers a photoshoot opportunity and a Christmas Snowglobe.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Christmas Market at Utilita Arena Newcastle

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Newcastle upon Tyne Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Ultimate rock tribute festival with top tribute bands.

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Christmas Rocks is an ultimate rock tribute festival featuring the best tribute bands delivering unforgettable performances of legendary rock bands. The event promises an amazing atmosphere with powerful music that unites all attendees.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Christmas Rocks - Friday

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Interactive science demonstrations with Santa and his elf.

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At the Life Science Centre, The Santa Experience offers a delightful animated show in the planetarium where Santa and his reindeer travel across the globe on Christmas Eve. Join Santa's favourite elf for hot chocolate and a sweet treat, and enjoy exciting festive demonstrations. This event includes a Christmas gift for every child and free entry to the rest of the science centre.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: The Santa Experience at Life Science Centre

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Classic tale with festive music and merriment.

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Northern Stage's production of A Christmas Carol, adapted by Karen Louise Hebden and directed by Natalie Ibu, brings Charles Dickens' classic tale to life with festive music and merriment. The story follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by ghosts from Christmases past, present, and future, prompting him to reconsider his miserly ways. The production includes BSL-interpreted performances and various accessibility options.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: A Christmas Carol at Northern Stage

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Spectacular laser and pyrotechnic display with a hypnotic soundtrack.

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Laser Light City is an awe-inspiring light and music show featuring lasers, lighting, and pyrotechnics projected onto the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, accompanied by a hypnotic soundtrack.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Laser Light City

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Newcastle upon Tyne Other Holiday Activities

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Live reveal of an iconic festive window display with a ticket ballot for in-person attendance.

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Fenwick's iconic Christmas window display returns with a new theme, unveiled on Sunday, 3rd November, at 6:30 PM. The event features live streams on Fenwick's social media channels and a ticket ballot for in-person attendance.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Fenwick Christmas Window Reveal

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Interactive Christmas activities with Santa's elves.

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Indulge in a delightful afternoon tea experience at Fenwick, featuring a variety of sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats. Enjoy the company of Santa's elves and participate in Christmas-themed activities, including a special picture moment and an early Christmas gift for children.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Afternoon Tea with Santa at Fenwick

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Comprehensive Christmas packages with detailed event planning.

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Holiday Inn Washington offers a variety of Christmas packages, including three-course festive meals, DJ nights, and family-friendly activities. Enjoy a fantastic four-course meal on Christmas Day or celebrate New Year's Eve with a two-course buffet and children's party games. The hotel also provides function suites for intimate gatherings and corporate events, catering to a wide range of needs.

Where: Washington | More Info: Holiday Inn Washington Christmas Market

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Footy-themed games and food for kids.

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Join us at St. James' Park for a fun-filled Christmas party designed for kids and families. Enjoy footy-themed games, songs, and delicious food like pizza, sausage rolls, and hot dogs. Suitable for kids aged 2-11, this event is a perfect way to keep the football mad kids entertained.

Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne | More Info: Christmas Party - Kids & Family

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