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18 things to do this weekend in the North East
Billy No Mates x Play – Middlesbrough
When: Friday February the 20th, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Where: Play
Price: free
Join the Billy No Mates for some friendly co-working at Play in Middlesbrough. No daunting networking here – just a relaxed meet up with other freelancers and remote workers.
Laugh Out Loud – Wylam Brewery
When: Friday February the 20th, 7:00pm – 11:00pm
Where: Wylam Brewery
Price: £15.95
An evening of theatre-style, side-splitting comedy guaranteed to deliver big LOLs from start to finish!
People Watching: A Modern Indie Night – Newcastle
When: Friday February the 20th, 11:00pm – Saturday the 21st 3:00am
Where: Digital
Price: £8.30
Step into the soundtrack of a generation. From the anthemic energy of Sam Fender and Arctic Monkeys to the raw emotion of Fontaines D.C.
Root & Renew – Whitley Bay
When: Saturday February the 21st, 10:30am – 4:30pm
Where: The Yoga Station
Price: £45
Root & Renew offers a nurturing day to ground, restore, and awaken new energy. Join in on an unforgettable in-person experience where to refresh your soul.
Deer Feeding in the Park – Raby Castle
When: Saturday February the 21st, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Raby Castle
Price: included in general admission
Watch the feeding unfold as the Estate Ranger drives the tractor through the sweeping parkland.
Wedding Open Day – The Bosk
When: Saturday February the 21st, 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Where: The Bosk
Price: free
The Bosk’s Open Wedding Day is your chance to explore their grounds and even take a peek at their onsite luxury spa!
Yoga, Astrology & Candle Making – North Shields
When: Saturday February the 21st, 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: Harbour House
Price: £30.80
Enjoy an afternoon of grounded intention, candle making and yoga to celebrate the start of a new 35-year astrological period.
RADIOPHONICx presents: Words, Words, Words
When: Saturday February the 21st, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: Cobalt Studios
Price: £5.88
Experience thought-provoking audio drama, poetic sound pieces, experimental narratives and surrealist radio in a relaxed atmosphere.
Run Club at Kip & Nook – Darlington
When: Sunday February the 22nd, 10:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Kip & Nook
Price: free
Get ready for the ultimate 5.5k Run Club experience at Kip & Nook.
RESTORE + SOUND – North Shields
When: Sunday February the 22nd, 10:30am – 11:15am
Where: We Rise Studio
Price: £25
This full-body and mind reset, is perfect for releasing tension, improving sleep, and creating the conditions for long-term well-being.
Yoga & Brunch – Newcastle
When: Sunday February the 22nd, 10:30am – 12:00pm
Where: Earthlings, Healing Cafe
Price: £22.28
Start your day with a Vinyasa Flow led by Annis Rallis, suitable for all levels and focused on mindful movement, breath, and grounding.
Gardeners’ Walk & Talk – Raby Castle
When: Sunday February the 22nd, 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Where: Raby Castle
Price: included in general admission
Discover the beauty and heritage of one of County Durham’s most enchanting historic gardens with the daily Gardeners’ Walk & Talk.
Understanding Flavour, Palate & Pairings – Lubber Kitchen
When: Sunday February the 22nd, 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: Lubber Kitchen
Price: £65
Hosted at Lubber Kitchen, the evening will feature five carefully selected wines, each paired with a bespoke canapé, designed to explore contrast, balance, texture, and flavour intensity.
Ultimate Girls’ Weekend in Newcastle and Gateshead
When: Friday February 20th – Sunday February the 22nd
Where: Newcastle and Gateshead
Price: free
From shopping sprees and long brunches to riverside culture and dancing into the early hours, Newcastle and Gateshead is made for friendship-fuelled weekends.
Discover Ånd Studios: Newcastle’s First One-stop Wellness Hub
When: Friday February 20th – Sunday February the 22nd
Where: Gosforth
Price: free
Unlike any gym, therapy clinic or wellness centre you’ve seen before, Ånd Studios, home in the heart of Gosforth, brings everything under one roof. Discover the studio this weekend for a fitness class or massage and start your week off right.
See Where £10 Gets You In The North East
When: Friday February 20th – Sunday February the 22nd
Where: North East
Price: £10
There’s a peculiar North Eastern superpower: you don’t need much money here to feel rich. This isn’t about penny-pinching; it’s about finding the little joys that make the North East feel like home. Here’s where we’ll be headed this weekend.
Refresh Your Skincare – Eldon Square
When: Friday February 20th – Sunday February the 22nd
Where: Eldon Square
Price: free
From Korean beauty favourites and affordable skincare heroes to sensory bath rituals and spa-inspired body care, Eldon Square brings together the brands that turn small moments into meaningful self-care.
The First North East Dark Skies Festival
When: Friday February 20th – Sunday February the 22nd
Where: Kielder Observatory
Price: free
Spanning coast, countryside and forest, this festival invites you to slow down, look up and reconnect with the natural world. Expect stargazing sessions, storytelling, guided night walks, creative workshops, and family-friendly adventures, all against an inky-black backdrop sprinkled with stars.
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