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20 things to do in the North East this weekend (16th – 20th September 2026)
Looking for things to do in the North East this weekend? Look no further.
From a fun farm festival to intricate pastry making, a masquerade murder mystery and a private audience with a Dragons’ Den star, these are the events to have on your radar this weekend.
In Conversation With Sara Davies – Newcastle
When: Wednesday 16th September
Where: Crowne Plaza Newcastle
Price: £35.00
Smart Works North East brings back its fundraising evening with Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies, featuring an in-depth panel conversation, welcome drinks and a raffle, with all proceeds supporting women into employment.
The Anastasia File – Newcastle
When: Wednesday 16th to Saturday 19th September
Where: Theatre Royal
Price: Tickets from £19.00
Jenny Seagrove reprises her acclaimed performance in Royce Ryton’s thrilling drama inspired by the true story of Anna Anderson’s thirty-year battle for recognition as the last surviving Romanov.
North Shields Run Club x Aperture Alehouse: Midweek Social Run – North Shields
When: Thursday 17th September
Where: Aperture Alehouse
Price: Free
An inclusive, conversational-pace 5K with regular regroup points and a back marker, finishing with drinks and a catch-up back at the alehouse.
Anna Victoria Art x Muscai – North Shields
When: Thursday 17th September
Where: Harbour House at The Uncommon
Price: £32.50
Paint your own vase and learn the art of flower arranging in this first-time collaboration, finishing with adding dried florals to your take-home piece.
An Evening with Janice Hallett – Newcastle
When: Thursday 17th September
Where: Artisan, The Biscuit Factory
Price: Tickets from £10.00
Celebrate Janice Hallett’s newest book, The Silent Appeal, a comedy-laced sequel to bestseller The Appeal, back in Lower Lockwood with the Fairway Players.
Here Man – Chris Ramsey – Sunderland
When: Thursday 17th September
Where: Sunderland Empire Theatre
Price: Tickets from £36.74
Chris Ramsey brings his trademark stand-up on parenthood and domestic life to Sunderland for one night only, following a Spring tour that sold out completely.
Malarkey Vintage Pop Up Shop – Newcastle
When: Friday 18th to Tuesday 22nd September
Where: The BottleWorks
Price: Free entry
Five days of curated vintage, Y2K pieces, accessories and jewellery, joined by tooth gem specialists Northern Fangs as a weekend special guest.
Courtside by LUVO – Newcastle
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Padel Court Club
Price: £36.00
Club LUVO teams up with Padel Court Club at Quorum Park for an afternoon of social padel, pizza from CIRCO and a live DJ, no experience required.
Northumbrian Piping Weekend – Northumberland
When: Saturday 19th to Sunday 20th September
Where: Alnwick Castle
Price: Free with admission
A weekend-long celebration of the Northumbrian pipes, with have-a-go sessions, Young Pipers’ performances and clog dancing, building to a full Pipers’ Gathering finale.
Harvest Festival Birthday Party – Newcastle
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Ouseburn Farm
Price: Free entry to the farm, competition entry is £2.00 and donations are appreciated
Ouseburn Farm marks its 50th birthday with a full day of crafts, farmyard games, a kids’ fell race, home-grown competitions and a community feast, closing with live music and a sheep race.
Magic Hat Pop-Up Cafe – Gateshead
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: St Mary’s by the Tyne
Price: Free entry
The waste-conscious pop-up returns to the historic 13th-century church, with no tickets or bookings necessary, just pop over and eat something delicious.
Introduction to Patisserie by Pink Lane Bakery – Newcastle
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Pink Lane Bakery Training Workshop
Price: £160.00
A hands-on patisserie course covering sweet pastry, tartlets, and layered cakes, led by Pink Lane’s own pastry chefs, with lunch included and everything you bake to take home.
Girls Get Together: Autumn Candle Making Class – Newcastle
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Pitcher & Piano Newcastle
Price: Tickets from £34.84
Hand-pour your own candle with Astrollogy Candles, picking an autumnal scent and label, with a glass of prosecco and brunch included.
Monster Making – Newcastle
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Kiln Pottery
Price: £25.00
Bring your own quirky clay creature to life using hand-building techniques, with pieces professionally glazed and kiln-fired, ready to collect a few weeks later.
Earthlings Pre-Loved Clothes Market – Newcastle
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: DiverCity Hub
Price: Free entry
Swap, sell or browse pre-loved clothes, followed by an environmental awareness talk and live music, with Earthlings’ vegan Korean menu available throughout.
Autumn Chocolate Tasting Experience – Durham
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Hotel Chocolat
Price: £12.00
A guided 30-minute seasonal tasting through Hotel Chocolat’s autumnal recipes, finishing with a hot chocolate sample, designed to help you discover your Chocolate Love Match.
Murder at the Masked Ball – Northumberland
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: The Alnwick Garden
Price: £57.95
Expect a Prosecco welcome, a three-course themed meal and a night of whodunnit intrigue as guests try to unmask the culprit. Dress code is black tie.
80s Live – Consett
When: Saturday 19th September
Where: Empire Theatre Consett
Price: Tickets from £26.00
Electric Dreams perform over two dozen 80s chart-toppers from Wham!, Duran Duran, Madonna and more, in a tribute show straight from London’s West End.
Mini Movers – Whitley Bay
When: Sunday 20th September
Where: Flock
Price: £12.00
A sports day-style session for ages 5 to 8, meeting at Flock before walking to the park for a mix of fun challenges and games.
Paint and Sip – Whitley Bay
When: Sunday 20th September
Where: Flock
Price: £20.00
Paint your own canvas with Anna Victoria Art, no experience needed, with a welcome drink and all materials included.
Check out our events page for upcoming events worth knowing about in the North East.
Molly Ferry
CONTENT ASSISTANT
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