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HOWAYMANAY - NEWCASTLE'S NEW YEAR'S EVE
31st December-1st January 2026
Time: 6pm - 12.15am
Address: NE1
Venue: Newcastle Quayside NE1
Website: www.newcastleschristmas.com/new-years-eve
This New Year’s Eve, Newcastle’s Quayside is the place to be as it transforms into the city’s biggest celebration… It starts with a free, family-friendly event on the Quayside, with a fabulous firework display at 6pm. This will offer a chance to celebrate & a perfect way to look forward to 2026 for those who want to participate earlier in the evening. No tickets are required for this event. Then from 8.30pm, the Quayside will transform into a ticket-only party village, bursting with energy, entertainment & atmosphere & featuring incredible live music across two stages, roaming performers lighting up the streets, a vibrant mix of food stalls & lively bars serving up festive cheer plus a spectacular firework finale at midnight. This is a ticketed event £6 per ticket purchased in advance online at www.newcastleschristmas.com/new-years-eve. Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.