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What’s on in the North East this weekend
Mouth of the Tyne Festival – Tynemouth
When: Thursday the 9th July – Sunday 12th July
Where: Tynemouth Priory and Castle
Price: £42.35
From pop legends to orchestras and indie favourites, with the sea breeze and sunset doing a lot of heavy lifting for the atmosphere – this music festival is like no other.
Cross-stitch Workshop – North Shields
When: Friday the 10th July, 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Where: North Shields Library
Price: £5
Enjoy a fun heritage-inspired cross-stitch workshops at North Shields Library. Perfect for all – beginners, returners and creative souls.
Creatures of the Night – Newcastle
When: Friday the 10th July, 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Where: Tyne Theatre & Opera House
Price: £15
Vampires. We love them. We fear them. Join Katie Evans as she explores our complex relationship with these fanged monsters.
DIP & GRILL – Seaton Sluice
When: Friday the 10th July, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Where: Seaton Sluice Beach
Price: £6.13
Sunset swim, beach BBQ, dogs, friends & good vibes – an unforgettable summer evening at Seaton Sluice beach.
Mama Mia Paint & Sip – Tynemouth
When: Friday the 10th July, 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Where: Vineyard 72
Price: £22.38
Get ready for a fun evening of painting and sipping at this cozy venue. Grab your friends and unleash your inner artist while enjoying the tunes of Mama Mia.
Lost Minds Festival – Newcastle Upon Tyne
When: Saturday the 11th July
Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Price: £71.76
If your idea of a perfect festival weekend involves lasers, huge drops and dancing for approximately 12 straight hours, Lost Minds needs to be on your radar. This year’s line-up is stacked, with names including Oliver Heldens, Holy Priest, Billy Gillies, Lilly Palmer, Darren Styles and Dash Berlin already announced.
Cocktails & Chats – Newcastle
When: Saturday the 11th July
Where: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Price: free
Cocktails and Chats with The Female Childfree Collective – and their first event in Newcastle. Meet other childfree women, share stories and have a few drinks with new friends.
Alternative Firing Day – Jarrow
When: Saturday the 11th July, 10:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Muddy Fingers Pottery
Price: £130.72
This one day alternative firing workshop covers 4-6 different techniques using a raku kiln and pit. You’ll be outdoors, experimenting and (hopefully) taking home some fired pottery.
Over the Dunes – Red Row
When: Saturday the 11th July, 11:00am – 1:00pm
Where: Druridge Bay Country Park
Price: £18.04
The Melting Pot Project and Nomadic Saunas have teamed up to bring you a wild festival sauna experience like no other.
Sophie Gordon Under The Spire – Gateshead
When: Saturday the 11th July, 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: Cafe Under The Spire
Price: £9.38
Cafe Under The Spire is hosting an intimate evening with Sophie Gordon. Experience her music in a stripped back, cosy setting that’s perfect for fans and newcomers alike.
Sip & Paint – Darlington
When: Saturday the 11th July, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Where: The Spotted Dog
Price: £28
Dive into an evening of canvas painting, socialising and prosecco. This Girls Get Together event is fun, social and creative.
3-SIX-5 – Newcastle
When: Saturday the 11th July, 7:00am – 2:30pm
Where: Method Training
Price: £25
Method’s annual in-house competition returns, bringing their entire community together for a day built around accessibility, teamwork and shared effort from start to finish.
Explore Mackies Corner – Sunderland
When: Friday the 10th July – Sunday the 12th July
Where: Sunderland
Price: free
Sunderland city centre has needed a spot like Mackies Corner for a while.
It’s the kind of place where you can grab a great coffee, browse beautiful independents, book yourself a treatment just because, linger over lunch in the sunshine, and somehow still feel smug because you’re supporting local.
Magical Van Gogh Immersive Experience – Newcastle
When: Sunday the 12th July – Sunday the 9th August
Where: Utilita Arena Newcastle
Price: £25
Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience has toured the world to incredible acclaim.
Fuelled By Doughnuts Run Club – Yarm
When: Sunday the 12th July, 9:00am – 10:00am
Where: Deep North Yarm
Price: free (pre-order coffee + doughnut for £4)
Bring your dog, bring your kids, bring your partners – this 5k run is followed by doughnuts and coffee. Expect good craic with lovely people.
The Business Brunch – Chester-le-Street
When: Sunday the 12th July, 11:00am – 2:00pm
Where: The Lambton Worm
Price: £45
Designed for ambitious professionals within the hair and beauty industry, this event is all about growth, networking, and leveling up your business in a supportive atmosphere.
Relaxed Zine Making – Gateshead
When: Sunday the 12th July, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Where: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
Price: £25
Join artist Sofia Barton to explore the physical sensations of climate change. Reflect on your mind-body connection through the art of zine-making.
Summer date night – Morpeth
When: Friday the 10th July – Sunday the 12th July
Where: Savoy by Le Raaj
Price: from £15
Savoy by Le Raaj in Morpeth has always delivered on atmosphere and flavour, but this summer, the restaurant has unveiled a new terrace and we are so here for it…
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