What's On in Newcastle: November 2026

November is a busy month in Newcastle and Gateshead: big arena shows, racing at Gosforth Park, Premier League football and the start of the Christmas season. Here is our pick of what's on, for groups and families planning a stay.

Live at the Utilita Arena

The Script: Thursday 5 November, with support from James Morrison.

Deep Purple: Wednesday 18 November.

Gladiators Live: Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November, with an 11:30am and a 5:30pm show each day. A great one for families.

Racing at Newcastle Racecourse

Thursday 5 November: afternoon jump racing.

Friday 6 November: the Firework and Funfair Racenight, floodlit racing with fireworks to finish.

Saturday 28 November: the Fighting Fifth Hurdle, a Grade 1 race and the first top-level jumps meeting of the season.

Football at St James' Park

Newcastle United host Arsenal on Saturday 21 November. Premier League dates and kick-off times can move for TV, so check the club's website before you plan your travel.

Looking ahead, the Tyne-Wear derby against Sunderland is at St James' Park on Saturday 5 December.

Bonfire Night

The fireworks display at Saltwell Park in Gateshead, one of the biggest in the region, is returning this year. Check newcastlegateshead.com for the date and times, and remember the racecourse's Firework and Funfair Racenight on Friday 6 November.

Christmas comes to town

Newcastle's Christmas Market brings stalls to Grey Street, Grainger Street, Nelson Street and around Grey's Monument, with a Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square. Opening dates are announced on newcastlegateshead.com.

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