Newcastle is bursting with energy this July. Whether you’re into live music, community parades, open-air cinema, or immersive art, the city offers something exciting every week. From the rainbow-filled streets of Northern Pride to throwback music festivals, puppetry workshops, and science shows for kids—Newcastle events July 2025 promise a memorable month for all.

Here’s your complete guide to what’s happening across the city, with events listed by theme and date to help you plan.

🎉 Major Festivals & Music Events

Lost Minds Festival – July 12

Where: Exhibition Park, Newcastle
Lost Minds returns for another electrifying year, showcasing some of the biggest names in trance, EDM, and house music across multiple outdoor stages.

What to Expect:

• Immersive stage design with lasers and pyrotechnics
• Global headliners and local DJ talent
• Street food, chillout zones, and VIP areas

Why You’ll Love It:
This festival combines pulsating music with visual spectacle—ideal for dance music fans who love a high-energy crowd.

Summer Vibes Festival – July 12

Where: Venue TBC (Check official listings)
Held the same weekend, Summer Vibes Festival brings a more relaxed but equally vibrant atmosphere with mainstream music, cocktails, and Instagram-worthy setups.

Expect:

• Pop and indie artists
• Food trucks and cocktail tents
• Lawn seating and festival games

Perfect for groups seeking a more casual but festive day out.

Come Together Festival – Date TBC (Likely Mid-July)

Where: Town Moor
Set on Newcastle’s sprawling Town Moor, this outdoor music festival brings together rock, indie, dance, and alternative genres in a celebration of community and live sound.

Features Include:

• Multi-stage lineup
• Family-friendly areas
• Street food and artisan markets

Noughty 90s Festival – Date TBC (Likely Late July)

Where: Leazes Park
Step back into the golden days of girl bands, boy bands, garage, and cheesy pop. Noughty 90s is the ultimate throwback festival.

Highlights:

• 90s & early 2000s tribute acts and chart-toppers
• Fancy dress and foam parties
• Retro fairground rides and karaoke tents

A favourite for hen parties and nostalgic revellers!

🌈 Pride & Community Festivals

Ouseburn Festival – July 13–14

Where: Ouseburn Valley
This much-loved neighbourhood event celebrates creativity and inclusivity. Expect street food, live performances, parades, and zones tailored for children, teens, and adults.

Activities Include:

• A mini Pride march
• Live music stages in local pubs and art venues
• Kids’ funfair, face painting, and hands-on workshops

Why It’s Special:
Ouseburn's indie spirit shines here, making it one of the most authentic and heartwarming events of the summer.

Northern Pride & The Pride Arena – July 19–20

Where: Town Moor & Newcastle city centre
Northern Pride is the North East’s biggest LGBTQ+ event, welcoming thousands to Newcastle for a colourful weekend of visibility, solidarity, and celebration.

Event Breakdown:

• Saturday July 19: The Pride March through Newcastle city centre, ending at Town Moor
• July 19–20: Pride Arena with live music, drag, dance tents, market stalls, and themed zones like Family, Youth, Wellness, and Trans Pride
• After-parties across the city including Powerhouse and Rusty's

Headliners: Previous years featured Todrick Hall, Mel C, and Bimini—2025 acts TBA.

🎨 Arts, Film & Cultural Events

Newcastle Puppetry Festival – All Month (Key Dates TBC)

Where: Across Newcastle
This quirky and creative festival celebrates all things puppetry—from traditional marionettes to experimental shadow performances.

Expect:

• Free and ticketed shows for kids and adults
• Outdoor puppetry installations and workshops
• International and local puppeteers

GemArts Masala Festival – Begins July 15

Where: Multiple venues including Live Theatre & Discovery Museum
This award-winning festival showcases South Asian culture through classical and contemporary music, dance, visual arts, food, and film.

Program Highlights:

• Kathak and Bharatanatyam dance shows
• Live Qawwali and Bollywood gigs
• Pop-up Indian food and poetry nights

A rich, multi-sensory festival that adds colour and depth to Newcastle’s summer scene.

NE1 Screen on the Green – All July

Where: Old Eldon Square
Newcastle’s beloved free outdoor cinema returns with two screenings per day throughout summer.

Family Days: Animated classics and family blockbusters during the day
Evenings: Rom-coms, musicals, and cult favourites under the stars

Just bring a blanket—deck chairs provided on a first-come basis!

NE1 Summer in the City – Ongoing

Where: Various city centre locations
This initiative transforms Newcastle into an urban playground with pop-up art, open-air theatre, live music, and wellness events like yoga and silent discos.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Highlights

Newcastle Brickfest – Date TBC

Where: Utilita Arena or similar venue
A LEGO lover’s dream—Brickfest features rare builds, interactive play zones, and custom creations by master builders.

Includes:

• Speed-building challenges
• Brick market for rare sets
• Build zones for all ages

Kids Big Day Out – Date TBC (Usually mid-July)

Where: Exhibition Park
Perfect for under 12s, this action-packed day includes:

• Reptile encounters
• Bubble shows
• Circus skills
• Science experiments and creative workshops

Heritage Walks – Throughout July

Organised by local history societies, these guided walks explore hidden gems, medieval ruins, and architectural highlights of Newcastle’s past.

Examples:

• Grey Street and its Georgian elegance
• The Black Gate and Newcastle Castle
• Industrial heritage tours along the Tyne

🍸 Grown-Up Fun & Nightlife

Bottomless Brunch @ Point Blank Shooting – Every Friday

Sip cocktails while competing in shooting-range games at Newcastle’s immersive brunch hotspot.

Your Ticket Includes:

• Bottomless prosecco, beer or cocktails
• Sharing platters
• 2-hour access to digital shooting simulation

Centre for Life – Adult-Only Planetarium Nights

Where: Centre for Life, Times Square
Ever watched a live DJ set under the stars—indoors? These adult evenings feature dome shows, immersive space films, and a fully stocked bar.

Live Music All Month

Catch gigs and indie performances at:

• The Cluny & Cluny 2 – Alt rock, jazz, and experimental
• Bobiks – Intimate gigs in Jesmond
• Billy Bootleggers – Rockabilly, blues, and underground vibes
• Boiler Shop – Larger-scale concerts and DJ nights

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✨ Final Thoughts

From inclusive celebrations and music festivals to family days and arts experiences, Newcastle events July 2025 make the city one of the UK’s top summer destinations. Whether you're planning to visit or considering letting your property, there's never been a better time to tap into the energy of this unforgettable season.