August 2025: 10 Unmissable Events in Newcastle
Catch up on our top picks of unmissable events in Newcastle this August
From foodie festivals to class comedy, there’s no shortage of Newcastle goodness to keep you busy this August!
Whether you need to keep the young’uns entertained, or fancy an excuse to get the gang together, these unmissable events have you covered. Let us know where you end up, yeah?
NE1 Newcastle Restaurant Week @ Newcastle City Centre
NE1 Newcastle Restaurant Week is back this August, and it’s bigger and better than ever! This month, foodies, families and friends can dine at over a hundred of the city centre’s top restaurants at just £15, £20 and £25 price points. Plus, with the likes of St Sushi, Dakota Grill, Pho and Colmans making their Restaurant Week debut, this August is one you won’t want to miss.
Monday 4th – Sunday 10th August 2025, From £15 / £20 / £25
The Lightening Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical @ Theatre Royal
It won't be Another Terrible Day if you catch The Lightning Thief at Newcastle Theatre Royal this August! Since debuting back in 2014 off-Broadway, The Percy Jackson Musical has gone from strength-to-strength with plenty of toe-tapping tunes and stunning set designs. And hey, if critics have described it as an adventure “worthy of the gods”, then who are we to disagree?!
Wednesday 27th – Sunday 31st August 2025, From £13
Newcastle Mela @ Exhibition Park
Also returning to Toon this month is Newcastle Mela! Showcasing the rich heritage of Pakistani, Bengali, Indian, and other South Asian cultures, there’ll be loads of music, mouth-watering food, and captivating entertainment to enjoy across the Sunday and Monday of the August bank holiday weekend at Exhibition Park. Don’t forget about Mela in the City too, which kicks off the weekend at Grey’s Monument on the Saturday!
Saturday 23rd – Monday 25th August 2025, Free
Peter Kay Live @ Utilita Arena
From Pheonix Nights to Car Share, screen and stand-up legend Peter Kay takes to the Utilita Arena stage this August. It’s all part of his phenomenal return to the comedy scene, which started way back in December 2022 and has since developed into a record-breaking tour. So if you fancy laughing the night away, then this is the place to be.
Friday 22nd – Saturday 23rd August 2025, Prices vary
Battle Royale @ Wylam Brewery
Talented food vendors go head-to-head once again in Wylam Brewery’s Battle Royale! The summer street food Olympics sees heavyweights from Wylam’s infamous Food Battles compete to be crowned the best of the best in their genre. Oh, and that’s not forgetting the sides, ice creams, beers, and coffees that’ll be on offer too!
Friday 22nd – Saturday 23rd August 2025, Free entry
Made Up North Summer Market @ Boiler Shop
Made Up North also returns to the Boiler Shop this August for their Summer Market! Peruse the goods of skilled Northern makers, artists, creative vendors and food vendors – all under roof. It’s worth a trip whether you’re searching for the perfect present, or some new décor for your home.
Sunday 3rd August 2025, From £2
Summer Tournament Day @ Newcastle Castle
This August, Newcastle Castle is inviting guests to step back in time with their Summer Tournament Day! There’ll be incredible combat displays performed by Vanguard Reenactment Group, as well as costumed characters, medieval games, and – if there’s any misbehaving time travellers – you might even end up locked in the pillory!
Saturday 16th August 2025, From £13.50
House of YA Summer Road Trip Panel @ Waterstones
But if you prefer to enjoy your adventures on the page, then head to Waterstones Newcastle to join Bea Fitzgerald, A.B. Poranek and Lauryn Hamilton Murray to talk all things romantasy! As part of the House of YA Summer Road Trip, it’s also the perfect chance to hear Katja Kaine in conversation before her debut fantasy novel is released next year.
Tuesday 12th August 2025, From £3
Image credit: person reading a book by Lina Kivaka via Pexels / Free to use under the Pexels License
Story Garden @ Newcastle City Library
Newcastle City Library is helping kids imaginations grow this August with their Story Garden! From campfire storytelling to authors workshops, it’s the ideal way to get the whole family out together this month, whether the kids are wannabe writers, or aspiring artists.
Multiple Dates, Free
Bruce Fummey - Scotland Made the World @ The Stand
Expect gags galore and plenty of unique observations as Bruce Fummey brings his show Scotland Made the World to The Stand Newcastle. Audiences will learn how Scotland influenced the world as it looks today… and enjoy a few laughs along the way!
Thursday 28th August 2025, From £15
Summer’s not quite over yet, so grab those sunglasses, hit the beer garden, and make the most of this month in Newcastle city centre!
Main image: Colmans at Fenwick
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