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15 things to do this weekend in the North East
Sci-fi art exhibition – BALTIC
When: Friday the 4th July, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: BALTIC
Price: free
Join us to celebrate the opening of two exhibitions, Saelia Aparicio: A Joyful Parasite & Harold Offeh: The Mothership Collective 2.0.
Vintage Pop-up Shop – The Space, Ouseburn
When: Friday the 4th July, 10:00am – Sunday the 6th July, 3:00pm
Where: The Space, Ouseburn
Price: free
Find some hidden gems at this vintage pop-up shop in Ouseburn – part of the Ouseburn Festival.
Discover handpicked vintage fashion, quirky accessories and nostalgic homeware. Even better? Every item you buy supports local charity St Oswald’s Hospice!
North Sea pelagic cruise
When: Friday the 4th July, 5:30pm – 9:30pm
Where: Royal Quays Marina
Price: £48.07
Join marine expert Martin Kitching of Northern Experience Wildlife Tours for a four-hour pelagic boat trip on the North Sea.
We hope to see dolphins, porpoises and sea birds!
Newcastle Coastal Crawl 2025 – Spanish City Plaza
When: Friday the 4th July, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: Spanish City Plaza
Price: £20
Take part in this 6km walk to raise money for Maggie’s at the Freeman Hospital – a charity that supports people with cancer and their family and friends.
The walk will finish at North Shields Fish Quay, where you’ll be greeted with medals, photos, foam finger high-fives and complimentary pizza! A fun way to get your steps in while supporting a fantastic cause.
Beer and Food Matching Dinner – Blackfriar’s Restaurant
When: Friday the 4th July, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: Blackfriars restaurant
Price: £79.50
Enjoy an evening of beer and food with this extravagent dinner at Blackfriar’s restaurant.
Head brewer, Benjamin Hall, will showcase some recent creations in the micro-brewery, from refreshing pilsners to robust stouts. The beers will be accompanied by five expertly paired seasonal courses from the restaurant’s talented chefs, making a perfect evening for food and ale lovers.
The Ouseburn Festival – Ouseburn
When: Saturday the 5th July 12:00am – Sunday the 6th July 5:00pm
Where: Ouseburn
Price: free
The Ouseburn Festival returns with an abundance of activities for the young, old and everyone in between.
Find live music across venues like The Cluny, The Cumberland Arms and The Tyne Bar, take part in fun workshops, watch live entertainment, tuck into delicious street food and browse the quirky Ouseburn Market for crafts, fashion, homeware and sweet treats.
Beach Yoga, Salty Sauna and Lunch Social – King Edward’s Bay
When: Saturday the 5th July 9:00am – 1:00pm
Where: King Edward’s Bay
Price: £40
Wander down to King Edward’s Bay for this beach and sauna social led by Yoga with Kerry.
You’ll begin with a grounding yoga flow on the sand, which will be suitable for all abilities. You can then take a dip in the brisk North Sea before drying in the sauna as many times as you like. Feeling suitably revitalised, you’ll dig into a delicious deli lunch on the beach to end the session – veggie and vegan options available.
Expand & Embody: A Summer Day Retreat – Raby Castle
When: Saturday the 5th July 10:30am – 4:30pm
Where: Raby Castle
Price: £133
Nourish the body and soul during this summer day retreat at Raby Castle.
You’ll be guided on a soothing journey through dynamic yoga, sound healing, reiki-infused rest and time in Raby Castle’s tranquil natural surroundings. This is a chance to open your heart, reconnect with yourself and embody the joy and warmth of summer.
Bluey and Bingo at Alnwick Castle! – Alnwick Castle
When: Saturday the 5th July 11:00am – Sunday the 6th July 3:00pm
Where: Alnwick Castle
Price: free (with general admission)
Bluey and Bingo are coming to Alnwick Castle this summer!
Little ones can meet their favourite canine sisters and get stuck into some fun toybox activities. While you’re there, channel your sense of adventure and explore the Castle and its grounds – a fantastic family day out.
The Sam Fender Experience Family Festival – The Barking Dog
When: Saturday the 5th July 12:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: The Barking Dog
Price: free
Find yourself a seat in The Barking Dog’s beer garden and sing along to one of the UK’s leading Sam Fender tribute acts.
Soak up the live music, grab a bite to eat from catering vans and sweet stalls, and let the kids loose on the free inflatables. This is a fantastic free family day out that lets you celebrate the local talent!
Open Air Theatre: The Castle Players Shakespeare in Love – Raby Castle
When: Saturday the 5th July 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: Raby Castle
Price: £18
Get lost in a tale of love, theatre and passion in the beautiful surroundings of Raby Castle.
Performed by community theatre company The Castle Players, Shakespeare in Love follows a young, penniless William Shakespeare as he struggles through writer’s block.
Sunrise Social – Salt Market Social
When: Sunday the 6th July 9:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Salt Market Social
Price: free
This wellness-meets-rave concept is designed to lift your spirits and get your day off to a soulful start.
Rise with the sun as you dance or stretch to feel-good DJ sets, replenishing yourself with fresh croissants, smoothie bowls, snacks, coffee, juices and smoothies.
Morning Sound Bath and Meditation – Raby Castle
When: Sunday the 6th July 10:00am – 11:00am
Where: Raby Castle
Price: £17.25
Find some time for yourself during this sound bath and meditation session at Raby Castle.
Led by meditation instructor Stephen, you’ll enjoy a calming guided meditation accompanied by the ethereal tones of Tibetan and crystal singing bowls. This combination will allow you to sink into a serene state of relaxation, emotional equilibrium and mental clarity.
Tynemouth Lifeboat Day – East Fish Quay, North Shields
When: Sunday the 6th July 11:00am – 4:00pm
Where: East fish quay, North Shields
Price: free
Tynemouth RNLI’s annual lifeboat day is back for summer 2025!
This family-friendly day features a whole host of events, attractions and lifeboat demonstrations by the sea.
Keep an eye on their Facebook page for more details nearer the time.
Second Bite Food Festival – Wylam Brewery
When: Sunday the 6th July 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Wylam Brewery
Price: free
After the success of last year’s event, Bite Back Festival is returning to Wylam Brewery with another festival: 2nd Bite for Cancer Research UK.
Twenty Michelin-rated chefs from across the UK will be cooking up mouthwatering street food all day.
Gather your friends, tuck into some delicious food and help raise funds for a fabulous cause!
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