Christmas 2024: 8 Nights Out for Unique Festive Fun
We round up some untraditional Christmas nights out in Newcastle!
Looking for a fun Christmas night out with friends or workmates, but you’re over the typical bar crawls or traditional three-course meals?
Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! This year, Newcastle is packed full of exciting events, themed nights, and magical experiences to make sure your festive season is anything but ordinary.
The North Pole @ Grey’s Monument
Want to soak up the seasonal spirit with the best views over the Christmas Markets? Well, you're in luck because the gorgeous luxury igloo domes that made their debut in Newcastle last year are back for 2025! Based on the plinth of the Grey’s Monument these pre-bookable pods make for an unforgettable experience in one of the city’s most iconic spots. Find out more with our article Everything You Need to Know About: The North Pole.
Purple Peacock Festive Nights @ Purple Peacock
Throughout November and December, Purple Peacock in Newcastle is the place to be if you’re up for something festive and fun! From 1st to 23rd December, Purple Peacock in Newcastle is the place to be if you’re up for something festive and fun! They’ve got an epic lineup of festive show nights, from The Grinch Who Stole Peacock and It's Giving Noughties Christmas to a Mamma Mia Christmas special. Perfect if you want a Christmas night out that’s all about music, dancing, and a great vibe!
Themed Nights at Life Science Centre's Ice Rink @ Times Square
Get ready to hit the ice at Life with another exciting lineup of themed nights that will have everyone skating like never before! There’s a special treat with a night dedicated to Sam Fender at Seventeen Going Skating – they’ll be no one Homesick this Christmas! For the ultimate Swifties, Skate It Off is a MUST! Don't forget your Cardigan though, it'll be chilly out there! For some throwback fun, book up for Noughties Night on Ice and for those who love to perform, Skate and Sing Karaoke on Ice offers a chance to shine. That's not all either - they've got nights dedicated to Wicked, Disney musicals, Lady Gaga and K-pop too, so there's literally something for everyone!
A Jolly Good Bash: Eats & Beats @ Wylam Brewery
Wylam Brewery is upping the ante this festive season with the return of their annual Christmas party A Jolly Good Bash: Eats & Beats - a mix of food, music, drinks and fun. Tickets cost from £35 which gets you entry, two drink tokens and live music, but cough up £46 and Wylam will throw in some hog roast too (veggie and vegan options are available!).
Retro Christmas Pop-Up Experience @ Rusty’s Showbar
Alright Newcastle, brace yourselves for a Christmas like no other, popping up at Rusty’s Showbar! This is one experience which is not for the faint-hearted… but a GREAT venue for all your offices Scrooges. Expect a full-on festive experience with loads of over-the-top Christmas decor, holiday-themed cocktails, and epic entertainment.
Candlelight® Christmas Concerts @ The Common Room
Looking for a wholesome festive experience? Why not book tickets for you and your friends to the enjoy a charming evening at The Common Room? Take a seat in the candlelit surrounds of its grand Wood Hall as a talented string quartet regales you with classical renditions of Christmas songs. There are two shows to choose from - Christmas Movie Soundtracks with songs like White Christmas from Holiday Inn and Christmas Classics with festive tunes like Jingle Bells - but a magical time is guaranteed whichever concert you book up for.
Come Wine with Me: Festive Wine Tasting @ Blackfriars
Fancy yourself a budding wine buff? Then this festive spin on Blackfriars regular Come Wine with Me events is a must. Enjoy six samples of wine – plus fizz on arrival and snacks to nibble on – as their wine connoisseurs guide you through the perfect pairings for your Christmas Day lunch, whether it’s some bubbly in the morning or a post-meal Port in the evening.
Ophelia B’s Christmas Slay Ride @ Northern Stage
Join legendary local drag act Ophelia Balls for a festive night out at Northern Stage that you won't forget. She's teaming up with fellow queens Kylee G and Bonnie Ladd to bring you an evening of Christmas cabaret, hilarious bingo and a late disco that;ll have you laughing and dancing the evenng away. Tickets include a welcome drink, festive nibbles and the chance to win surprise giveways too!
And there you have it! Eight excellently unique nights out, to make the Christmas work do or festive get-together with friends just that little more interesting. And, if you've been tasked with finding a venue for food and drinks before you venture into Toon then check out our round-up of the tastiest festive menus available in Newcastle this Christmas!
Main image: The North Pole at Grey's Monument
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