Information about Newcastle Festivals
Newcastle hosts a number of lively events and festivals throughout the year.These include music and arts events, sporting occasions and religious holidays. Highlights include:
- The Great North Run, the world's biggest half-marathon, which is held in late summer/early autumn.
- Productions by the Royal Shakespeare Company, which comes to Newcastle every November.
- Guy Fawkes Night (Bonfire Night) celebrations are held on the 5th November each year to commemorate an unsuccessful attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament in the 17th century.
- Newcastle comes alive with parties, Christmas illuminations and festive markets during the run-up to Christmas.
- New Year's Eve sees Newcastle residents welcome the new year with parties all over the city.
Useful Newcastle Festivals and Events Links
Newcastle Festivals - information about festivals and events in Newcastle, England