8 things to do in the North East this weekend

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DRAG, DRINK & DRAW

When: Thursday 1st August, 6.30pm – 9.00pm

Where: Yolo Townhouse, Newcastle

Price: £30.00

Take part in a creative class like no other with this Drag, Drink & Draw workshop at Yolo Townhouse. You’ll get to enjoy a one-hour painting/drawing session with the fabulous drag queen Titania Gemini. At the end of the session, you can take a photo with Titania before taking your masterpiece home. Tickets include all painting materials, an ‘Absolut Queen’ welcome cocktail, plus one more from the menu to enjoy throughout the event.

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GCT BEER FESTIVAL 2024

When: Friday 2nd August – Sunday 4th August

Where: Gosforth Civic Theatre

Price: Free entry

After two years away, the GCT Beer Festival returns for a weekend of beer, food and the best local music. This independent event will offer 20 keg and 10 cask beers on tap, a spirit and wine bar, and even a no and low-alcohol bar. Accompany your tipple with food from the GCT Café Bar, Goodtimes Tacos (Friday evening), or Scream for Pizza (Saturday). While enjoying your drinks and snacks, listen to some incredible local artists perform on stage, including Awkward Black Girl, Bigfatbig, SwanNek and Elizabeth Liddle.

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BRITISH COUNTRY FESTIVAL

When: Friday 2nd August, 5.00pm – 8.15pm

Where: Darlington Market Square

Price: Free entry

Experience the spirit of British country music in Darlington’s Market Square. The Forum will be presenting an evening of foot-tapping music. Look forward to performances from Kezia Gill, whose talent has seen her tour Europe, Australia and the USA, as well as Darlington-born Hayley McKay, who is certainly one to look out for. Dance along to a joyful mix of folk, Irish, country, rock, and blues music, all presented with spectacular vocals and musicianship.

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HAPPY ROOMS: MIDDLESBROUGH

When: Saturday 3rd August – Sunday 22nd September

Where: The Old M&S Building, Darlington

Price: Child: £5.00 / Adult: £7.00 (children under two go free)

This family-friendly walk-through experience features a colourful trail of twelve artist-designed interactive spaces, each intended to ignite your imagination, make you smile and explore what it means to be happy. Dance beneath a giant mirrorball, relax beneath fluffy clouds, celebrate with a confetti extravaganza and play with every colour of the rainbow. With a range of creative activities, artist pop-ups, thoughtful exhibitions, and a pop-up café and Happy Tuck Shop, there’s so much do and feel during this extraordinary experience.

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CANNY GOOD AT GINGERINO’S PIZZA KITCHEN

When: Saturday 3rd August, 6.00pm – 11.00pm

Where: Gingerino’s Kitchen, Ouseburn

Price: Free (donations welcome)

Head to Gingerino’s for an evening of summer house music, electronica and good vibes – perfect for a post-pub boogie or pre-club warm-up! Dance your heart out, then grab a pizza slice and can from downstairs to refuel. All proceeds from this loft party will go towards Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter.

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MADE.UPNORTH SUMMER MARKET

When: Sunday 4th August, 10.00am – 4.00pm

Where: Boiler Shop, Newcastle

Price: £2.00

Meet 65 of the region’s best makers, artists, creators and foodies in the super cool setting of the Boiler Shop. Browse an array of unique items, from ceramics, textiles and jewellery to homewares, cosmetics and plants. You’ll also be able to grab a drink and a bite to eat while you’re there, with the Boiler Shop’s in-house bar and local food vendors making an appearance.

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90s BABY NEWCASTLE

When: Sunday 4th August, 12noon – 10.30pm

Where: Newcastle Town Moor

Price: From £40.00

Step back in time to the pop-filled magic of the 90s with this music festival on Newcastle Town Moor. Highlights include Blue, Ronan Keating, Five, Atomic Kitten, Peter Andre and many more. With cheesy classics, dance anthems and club DJ sets, this is the ultimate tribute to 90s nostalgia…

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TERRARIUM WORKSHOP

When: Sunday 4th August, 1.00pm – 3.00pm

Where: The Old Coal Yard

Price: £30.00

Create your own miniature world during this delightful terrarium workshop at The Old Coal Yard. You’ll learn how to build and design a beautiful terrarium, as well as how to care for it after the session. This activity is open to all abilities and promises a fun, inclusive and relaxing experience.

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Want more inspo for things to book? Head to our High Life North events calendar for all of the events you’ll want to know about.

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