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August eventsEvents in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Events in August

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Shindig: Sasha

Saturday 1st August

9:00pm - 3:00am

World HQ, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Shindig: Sasha

World HQ, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Shindig returns to one of its spiritual homes with another very special guest. One of electronic music's most influential artists, Sasha.

The Newgate Social, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Just Jovi

The Newgate Social, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Get ready for a full-throttle night of arena rock as Just Jovi - The Premier Bon Jovi Experience bring the anthems back to life at Newgate Social.

Monster Truck Motorfest Newcastle

Sat 1st - Sun 2nd August

10:00am - 7:30pm

Newcastle Racecourse, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Monster Truck Motorfest Newcastle

Newcastle Racecourse, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Newcastle 2026! The UK’s wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out! You don’t want to miss this!

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Rusty's Bottomless Drag Bonanza

Saturday 1st August

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rusty's Showbar, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Rusty's Bottomless Drag Bonanza

Rusty's Showbar, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Get ready for the most fun you can possibly have on a Saturday afternoon at Rusty's Bottomless Drag Bonanza!

Cowgirls And Country, Newcastle

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Hoedown Sundays

Cowgirls And Country, Newcastle

Hoedown Sundays, Bottomless Cocktails, Country DJ vibes all day. Line dancing, crowd karaoke, big singalongs and non-stop cowgirl hosted fun. Saddle u

Cowgirls And Country, Newcastle

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Honky Tonk Thursdays

Cowgirls And Country, Newcastle

Honky Tonk Thursdays, rodeo games, karaoke, live vibes, stage shows and 2 for 1 drinks all night. Pure country chaos, dancing, and unforgettable night

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Blush - Music For The Alternative - Friday 7th August

Friday 7th August

11:00pm - 3:00am

World Headquarters, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Blush - Music For The Alternative - Friday 7th August

World Headquarters, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Blush makes a welcome return in a few Friday's time, bringing back a haven for all fans of alternative rock music to let loose at World HQ.

Traction

Friday 7th August

7:00pm - 11:30pm

East Bedlington Community Centre

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Traction

East Bedlington Community Centre

bringing you lots of energy and covers from Bad Company, FREE, Ronnie Lane, Temptations, Humble Pie and many more

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RAVE TO THE GRAVE - OUTDOORS Saturday August 8th

RAVE TO THE GRAVE - OUTDOORS Saturday August 8th

Elysium, Sunderland

Saturday August 8th we take over Elysium Sunderland for a full outdoor day rave packed with heavy sets from start to finish.

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The Teresa Watson Band - Live @ Billy's

Saturday 8th August

6:00pm - 11:00pm

Billy Bootleggers, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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The Teresa Watson Band - Live @ Billy's

Billy Bootleggers, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A night of Soul and Blues - Free Entry

Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons

Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons

Durham Cathedral

Join us for an evening featuring the famous Antonio Vivaldi cycle The Four Seasons in the unique interpretation of contemporary composer Max Richter!

Cowgirls And Country, Newcastle

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Hoedown Sundays

Cowgirls And Country, Newcastle

Hoedown Sundays, Bottomless Cocktails, Country DJ vibes all day. Line dancing, crowd karaoke, big singalongs and non-stop cowgirl hosted fun. Saddle u

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Noughty 90's Festival Newcastle 2026

Saturday 29th August

12:00pm - 10:00pm

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Noughty 90's Festival Newcastle 2026

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Noughty 90's returns to Leazes Park for a 6th year.

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Rob Lamberti presents: George Michael | Keel SQ, Sunderland

Friday 21st August

7:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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Rob Lamberti presents: George Michael | Keel SQ, Sunderland

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

Get ready for an unforgettable night as Rob Lamberti brings the magic of George Michael back to life at Keel Square, Sunderland.

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GirlyPop Fest | Keel Square, Sunderland

Sunday 23rd August

12:00pm - 4:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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GirlyPop Fest | Keel Square, Sunderland

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

GirlyPop Live is coming to Keel Square, Sunderland with your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tribute acts!

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The Park Series presents MCFLY

Friday 28th August

2:00pm - 10:30pm

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

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The Park Series presents MCFLY

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

MCFLY HEADLINE THE PARK SERIES IN Newcastle!

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The Park Series presents THE HUMAN LEAGUE

Sunday 30th August

2:00pm - 10:00pm

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

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The Park Series presents THE HUMAN LEAGUE

Leazes Park , Newcastle Upon Tyne

Electronic pop pioneers The Human League will bring their legendary live show to Leazes Park, Newcastle, for a outdoor show on Sunday 30th August

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Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | Keel Square

Sunday 30th August

12:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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Road to Nashville Outdoor Festival | Keel Square

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

Following a run of hugely successful, sell-out shows, The Road to Nashville is heading to Sunderland in August 2026 for one massive country takeover!

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ARMAND VAN HELDEN, SOSA & MORE | Groovebox Keel SQ Summer Fest

Saturday 29th August

1:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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ARMAND VAN HELDEN, SOSA & MORE | Groovebox Keel SQ Summer Fest

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

This coming August Bank Holiday, we head to Keel Square in Sunderland for a huge day festival with Armand Van Helden, SOSA, Sidney Charles & more...

The Bootleg Beatles | Keel Square, Sunderland

Friday 28th August

6:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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The Bootleg Beatles | Keel Square, Sunderland

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

The world's No.1 Beatles tribute act is coming to Keel Square for the Summer Series in the square in Sunderland.

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CLAIRE RICHARDS, ETERNAL & MORE| Love the 90s Fest |Keel Square

Saturday 22nd August

1:00pm - 10:30pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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CLAIRE RICHARDS, ETERNAL & MORE| Love the 90s Fest |Keel Square

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

After multiple sell-out shows across the UK, Love The 90s Festival is taking over Keel Square, Sunderland, for a day of pure 90s nostalgia!

World HQ, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Shindig: Sasha

World HQ, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Shindig returns to one of its spiritual homes with another very special guest. One of electronic music's most influential artists, Sasha.

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Brian Jackson (Gil Scott Heron) + band

Saturday 29th August

8:30pm - 11:45pm

PILGRIM, Newcastle Upon Tyne

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Brian Jackson (Gil Scott Heron) + band

PILGRIM, Newcastle Upon Tyne

Brian returns to our stage after an incredible SOLD-OUT show in 2025. Co-founder of Gil Scott Heron and a renowned artist & social commentator, Brian

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Family Fest ft. K-Pop Live | Keel Square, Sunderland

Monday 31st August

11:00am - 8:00pm

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

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Family Fest ft. K-Pop Live | Keel Square, Sunderland

Keel Square, City Of Sunderland

This is the ultimate family day out! Featuring world-class tribute, K-Pop LIVE, festival production & so much more!

Newcastle doesn’t slow down in August—it just shifts into high gear. Want to know what’s on in Newcastle in August? Digital, World Headquarters and the crews behind citywide DJ nights lead the way with bold lineups and big-room energy. Newcastle events in August are made for dancing till close and staying out late. Hit the listings and lock in your next night of full-on sound.

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