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Summer in the city

NE1’s Summer in the City is back!

We're bringing another packed programme of fun, free events and activities to Newcastle's Quayside this summer. With over 75 activities to enjoy over the holidays, there's something for everyone.

Featured activities

A black and white image of Newcastle’s now demolished Handyside Arcade

Down Our Streets Tour

Tour Newcastle’s historic streets and discover the story behind their unique names

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An image of the River Tyne in Newcastle with the Tyne Bridge in the background. Photo by Ian Ward.

Fog on the Tyne Tour

Learn about the iconic bridges that span the River Tyne with this fascinating walking tour

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A group of women taking part in a dance class on Newcastle’s Quayside

Adults’ Dance Classes

Master a few new moves this summer with our fun, free dance classes for adults

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A woman doing Pilates on an exercise mat against a riverscape backdrop

Pilates Classes

Relax and recharge with a spot of riverside Pilates on the Quayside this summer

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A person in a rabbit costume standing on Newcastle’s Quayside with the Tyne Bridge in the background

Peter Rabbit

Hop on down to the Quayside for a kid-friendly adventure with a very famous rabbit

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A woman dressed in an astronaut costume next to a cardboard model of a spaceship

Space Explorers

Mini astronauts are set for an intergalactic adventure on the Quayside this summer

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Three women dressed as witches and wizards on Newcastle’s Quayside

Wizarding World

Make magical summer memories on the Quayside with this spellbinding adventure for kids

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Two children playing on colourful foam blocks in an outdoor green space

Play Rebellion

Creative fun is on the cards with our interactive kids’ play space at Old Eldon Square

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Free fun all summer long

From storytelling and dance classes for kids to kayak tours and twilight yoga for adults - plus much, much more - there's something fun to do in Newcastle throughout the summer holidays, and all for free too.

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Upcoming activities

Saturday 27 July

Grey’s Monument Tour

Multiple times available

Let’s Party Kids’ Club

10:00

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

09:30

Monday 22 July

H.E.A.T. Classes

12:00

Peter Rabbit

Multiple times available

INA Athletics 5K Run

17:00

INA Athletic Fitness Session

Multiple times available

Tuesday 23 July

Adults’ Dance Classes

18:00

Wednesday 24 July

Zumba Classes

12:00

Tales on the Tyne

11:00

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

18:00

Thursday 25 July

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

12:00

Friday 26 July

Kids’ Dance Classes

11:00

Pilates Classes

12:00

A STEAM to GREEN Story

10:00

Saturday 27 July

Grey’s Monument Tour

Multiple times available

Let’s Party Kids’ Club

10:00

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

09:30

Sunday 28 July

Family Yoga Classes

11:00

Monday 29 July

H.E.A.T. Classes

12:00

Space Explorers

Multiple times available

Tuesday 30 July

Adults’ Dance Classes

18:00

Wednesday 31 July

Zumba Classes

12:00

Tales on the Tyne

11:00

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

18:00

Thursday 01 August

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

12:00

Friday 02 August

Kids’ Dance Classes

11:00

Pilates Classes

12:00

A STEAM to GREEN Story

10:00

Saturday 03 August

Vinyasa Yoga Classes

09:30

Red Bull Tyne Ride

12:00

All Saints Church Tour

Multiple times available

Sunday 04 August

Family Yoga Classes

11:00

Join the fun

A group of people kayaking on the River Tyne

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