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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

Thursday 21 November

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Monday 18 November

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Tuesday 19 November

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Wednesday 20 November

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Thursday 21 November

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Friday 22 November

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Saturday 23 November

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Sunday 24 November

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Monday 25 November

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Tuesday 26 November

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Wednesday 27 November

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Thursday 28 November

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Friday 29 November

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Saturday 30 November

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Sunday 01 December

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Join the fun

A group of people kayaking on the River Tyne

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