Live Music & Gigs in Newcastle & North-East England
We book singers, bands & DJs for loads of venues & bars across Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, Northumberland, County Durham & beyond.
If you're looking for live music in the North-East take a look at our gig diary below.
All our gigs are free entry, and offer the best local talented musicians and DJs.
16dec4:00 pm6:00 pmLive Acoustic MusicOne Eyed Stag Whickham
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LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC: Cameron Glass Live music Whickham provided by Need Music at The One Eyed Stag Pub every Sunday afternoon from 4pm. This week guitar vocalist Cameron Glass will be
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LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC: Cameron Glass
Live music Whickham provided by Need Music at The One Eyed Stag Pub every Sunday afternoon from 4pm.
This week guitar vocalist Cameron Glass will be covering a range of genres to suit everyone’s music tastes.
Take a look at Cameron’s page here.
Take a look at our other events here.
If you’d like to take a look at The One Eyed Stag website here.
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location
The One Eyed Stag
5 The Square, Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16 4JB
16dec4:00 pm8:00 pmSeaside Sessions
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Looking for some live music Tynemouth? This Sunday we're bringing some of our best performers to play Head of Steam Tynemouth. So if you fancy a night of great
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Looking for some live music Tynemouth? This Sunday we’re bringing some of our best performers to play Head of Steam Tynemouth. So if you fancy a night of great live music, come on down!
Set List:
4pm – 6pm Stephen Mordue (check out his page here)
6pm – 8pm North Tyne Acoustic
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Head Of Steam Tynemouth
The Arcade, Tynemouth NE30 4RG
17dec7:00 pm9:00 pmMonday BuskersPassing Clouds Newcastle
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The best busker event in Newcastle on a Monday at Passing Clouds bar from 7pm. Join acoustic musician Kieran Taylor who hosts the open mic event each Monday in Newcastle. All musicians
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The best busker event in Newcastle on a Monday at Passing Clouds bar from 7pm.
Join acoustic musician Kieran Taylor who hosts the open mic event each Monday in Newcastle.
All musicians welcome, guitar & mic provided. Free drink for performing.
Drinks offers available all night long – see you there!
Time
(Monday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Passing Clouds
4 Bigg Market
18dec8:00 pm10:00 pmTuesday Night Music ClubHead Of Steam Tynemouth
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Open mic at Head Of Steam Tynemouth, with your host Stephen Wilson Buskers open mic Tynemouth - Join us from 8pm for some great live music. Buskers welcome - free
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Open mic at Head Of Steam Tynemouth, with your host Stephen Wilson
Buskers open mic Tynemouth – Join us from 8pm for some great live music. Buskers welcome – free pint for playing!
For more live music events in Tynemouth click here.
To view the Head Of Steam Tynemouth Facebook page click here.
Tuesday Night Music Club happens on the last Tuesday of every month.
Time
(Tuesday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
Head Of Steam Tynemouth
The Arcade, Tynemouth NE30 4RG
18dec8:30 pmTuesday BuskersDun Cow Sunderland
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Tuesday Buskers: Tuesday Buskers is an event that's been provided by Need Music Ltd. Are you a busker that's looking for more experience? Well, join Aimee Lambert each Tuesday in
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Tuesday Buskers:
Tuesday Buskers is an event that’s been provided by Need Music Ltd. Are you a busker that’s looking for more experience?
Well, join Aimee Lambert each Tuesday in Sunderland for a busking session.
Also, we can provide a guitar, or you’re more than welcome to bring your own instrument.
We encourage musicians of all abilities, and everyone will be welcome.
So, what’s not to love? Oh – and we’ll also throw in a free drink for those who are performing!
To see what else we have going on in the next few months go here
To take a look at some of our artists and what we do click here
Time
(Tuesday) 8:30 pm
Location
The Dun Cow
Garden Pl, Sunderland SR1 3HA
20dec7:00 pm9:00 pmBuskers in JesmondThe Dun Cow Jesmond
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Buskers in Jesmond join us every Thursday night at The Dun Cow for a jam. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded musicians and get involved in the thriving
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Buskers in Jesmond join us every Thursday night at The Dun Cow for a jam.
This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded musicians and get involved in the thriving Newcastle acoustic music scene. And every performer gets a free drink!
If you want to play you can just turn up, or you can contact Stephen Wilson beforehand to book if you’d like to book a spot.
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Dun Cow Jesmond
Brandling Village, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4RS
20dec8:30 pm10:30 pmAcoustic ThursdaysPopolo Newcastle
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Acoustic Thursdays Acoustic Thursdays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers. Popolo is a great contemporary venue
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Acoustic Thursdays
Acoustic Thursdays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers.
Popolo is a great contemporary venue that is situated on Newcastle’s iconic Quayside. The popular Newcastle venue is never lacking an atmosphere, substance or style.
Popolo have one of the best drinks selections in the city. Their range of drinks include 300+ spirits from around the world, and lovingly crafted cocktails.
So, there’s something for everyone.
Additionally, to take a look at some of our brilliant artists, please click here.
As well as this, if you’d like to take a look at Popolo’s website, click here.
Time
(Thursday) 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Location
Popolo Newcastle
48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF
20dec9:00 pm11:00 pmThe Duke Sessions
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Calling All Newcastle Buskers! Our acoustic Thursday events at The Duke are a great opportunity to get involved in the local music scene. We have 30 minute slots available for guitar/piano
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Calling All Newcastle Buskers!
Our acoustic Thursday events at The Duke are a great opportunity to get involved in the local music scene. We have 30 minute slots available for guitar/piano vocalists between 9-11pm, with both cover and original acts considered. This Newcastle buskers event is a great place to meet like-minded musicians and chill on a Thursday evening.
Drop us a message with a live recording on our contact page or through our Facebook page to get involved!
Unfamiliar with The Duke of Wellington pub? Check out our directions video or their website!
Wondering what type of performances to expect? Take a look at this video of one of our previous performers.
Time
(Thursday) 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location
The Duke Of Wellington
18 High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1EN
21dec12:00 pm3:00 pmLive at Luther's
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Buskers Newcastle Unite! Come and have a jam, sing a song or just watch the other performers. This Newcastle University buskers event is a great place to meet like-minded musicians and
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Buskers Newcastle Unite!
Come and have a jam, sing a song or just watch the other performers. This Newcastle University buskers event is a great place to meet like-minded musicians and chill on a Friday afternoon. And you don’t have to be a student to play!
Each act gets a FREE DRINKS VOUCHER for performing!!
Just turn up and ask for a slot!
Time
(Friday) 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
21dec8:00 pm10:00 pmLive Music in GosforthGosforth Hotel, Newcastle
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Acoustic Live Music in Gosforth Hotel: Amy Hopkinson Need Music provide live music in Gosforth at its eponymous hotel every Friday night. This week Amy Hopkinson will perform acoustic covers from 8pm. Take
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Acoustic Live Music in Gosforth Hotel: Amy Hopkinson
Need Music provide live music in Gosforth at its eponymous hotel every Friday night.
This week Amy Hopkinson will perform acoustic covers from 8pm.
Take a look at Amy’s page here.
Check out our other events here.
If you’d like to take a look at Gosforth Hotel’s website, click here.
Article – 23 things you might only know if you live in Gosforth.
Time
(Friday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
The Gosforth Hotel
High St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 1HQ
21dec8:30 pm10:30 pmAcoustic FridaysPopolo Newcastle
Event Details
Acoustic Fridays Acoustic Fridays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers. Popolo is a great contemporary venue
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Acoustic Fridays
Acoustic Fridays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers.
Popolo is a great contemporary venue that is situated on Newcastle’s iconic Quayside. The popular Newcastle venue is never lacking an atmosphere, substance or style.
Popolo have one of the best drinks selections in the city. Their range of drinks include 300+ spirits from around the world, and lovingly crafted cocktails.
So, there’s something for everyone.
Additionally, to take a look at some of our brilliant artists, please click here.
As well as this, if you’d like to take a look at Popolo’s website, click here.
Time
(Friday) 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Location
Popolo Newcastle
48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF
22dec(dec 22)7:00 pm23(dec 23)12:00 amDarlington Flyer Music Night
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Looking for live music Darlington? Come down to the Darlington Flyer Saturday 22nd of December for a night of great live music! Set times: 7pm - 8.30pm: Danny Smith 8.30pm - 10pm:
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Looking for live music Darlington? Come down to the Darlington Flyer Saturday 22nd of December for a night of great live music!
Set times:
7pm – 8.30pm: Danny Smith
8.30pm – 10pm: Not Just Jack
10.15pm – 12pm: Shannon and John
Time
22 (Saturday) 7:00 pm - 23 (Sunday) 12:00 am
Location
Darlington Flyer
30 Skinnergate, Darlington, DL3 7NR
22dec(dec 22)7:00 pm23(dec 23)12:00 amVinyl DJ set in NewcastleHead of Steam, Quayside
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Matty brings his passion and expertise in soul and disco to this vinyl DJ set in Newcastle. He returns to Head of Steam to light up their venue for a
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Matty brings his passion and expertise in soul and disco to this vinyl DJ set in Newcastle. He returns to Head of Steam to light up their venue for a series of shows guaranteed to transform your evening.
Find out more about Matty by clicking on his profile here.
Have a look at Head of Steam’s venue here.
Time
22 (Saturday) 7:00 pm - 23 (Sunday) 12:00 am
Location
Head Of Steam Quayside
11 - 17 Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DQ
24dec3:00 pm5:00 pmLive Acoustic MusicOne Eyed Stag Whickham
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LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC: Simma Looking for Christmas Eve live music Whickham? Come down to the One Eyed Stag pub for some Need Music curated entertainment! This week guitar vocalist Simma will
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LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC: Simma
Looking for Christmas Eve live music Whickham? Come down to the One Eyed Stag pub for some Need Music curated entertainment!
This week guitar vocalist Simma will be covering a range of genres to help make your Christmas Eve special.
Take a look at Simma’s page here.
Take a look at our other events here.
If you’d like to take a look at The One Eyed Stag website here.
Time
(Monday) 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location
The One Eyed Stag
5 The Square, Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16 4JB
24dec7:00 pm9:00 pmMonday BuskersPassing Clouds Newcastle
Event Details
The best busker event in Newcastle on a Monday at Passing Clouds bar from 7pm. Join acoustic musician Kieran Taylor who hosts the open mic event each Monday in Newcastle. All musicians
Event Details
The best busker event in Newcastle on a Monday at Passing Clouds bar from 7pm.
Join acoustic musician Kieran Taylor who hosts the open mic event each Monday in Newcastle.
All musicians welcome, guitar & mic provided. Free drink for performing.
Drinks offers available all night long – see you there!
Time
(Monday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Passing Clouds
4 Bigg Market
25dec8:30 pmTuesday BuskersDun Cow Sunderland
Event Details
Tuesday Buskers: Tuesday Buskers is an event that's been provided by Need Music Ltd. Are you a busker that's looking for more experience? Well, join Aimee Lambert each Tuesday in
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Tuesday Buskers:
Tuesday Buskers is an event that’s been provided by Need Music Ltd. Are you a busker that’s looking for more experience?
Well, join Aimee Lambert each Tuesday in Sunderland for a busking session.
Also, we can provide a guitar, or you’re more than welcome to bring your own instrument.
We encourage musicians of all abilities, and everyone will be welcome.
So, what’s not to love? Oh – and we’ll also throw in a free drink for those who are performing!
To see what else we have going on in the next few months go here
To take a look at some of our artists and what we do click here
Time
(Tuesday) 8:30 pm
Location
The Dun Cow
Garden Pl, Sunderland SR1 3HA
27dec7:00 pm9:00 pmBuskers in JesmondThe Dun Cow Jesmond
Event Details
Buskers in Jesmond join us every Thursday night at The Dun Cow for a jam. This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded musicians and get involved in the thriving
Event Details
Buskers in Jesmond join us every Thursday night at The Dun Cow for a jam.
This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded musicians and get involved in the thriving Newcastle acoustic music scene. And every performer gets a free drink!
If you want to play you can just turn up, or you can contact Stephen Wilson beforehand to book if you’d like to book a spot.
Time
(Thursday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Dun Cow Jesmond
Brandling Village, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4RS
27dec8:30 pm10:30 pmAcoustic ThursdaysPopolo Newcastle
Event Details
Acoustic Thursdays Acoustic Thursdays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers. Popolo is a great contemporary venue
more
Event Details
Acoustic Thursdays
Acoustic Thursdays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers.
Popolo is a great contemporary venue that is situated on Newcastle’s iconic Quayside. The popular Newcastle venue is never lacking an atmosphere, substance or style.
Popolo have one of the best drinks selections in the city. Their range of drinks include 300+ spirits from around the world, and lovingly crafted cocktails.
So, there’s something for everyone.
Additionally, to take a look at some of our brilliant artists, please click here.
As well as this, if you’d like to take a look at Popolo’s website, click here.
Time
(Thursday) 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Location
Popolo Newcastle
48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF
27dec9:00 pm11:00 pmThe Duke Sessions
Event Details
Calling All Newcastle Buskers! Our acoustic Thursday events at The Duke are a great opportunity to get involved in the local music scene. We have 30 minute slots available for guitar/piano
more
Event Details
Calling All Newcastle Buskers!
Our acoustic Thursday events at The Duke are a great opportunity to get involved in the local music scene. We have 30 minute slots available for guitar/piano vocalists between 9-11pm, with both cover and original acts considered. This Newcastle buskers event is a great place to meet like-minded musicians and chill on a Thursday evening.
Drop us a message with a live recording on our contact page or through our Facebook page to get involved!
Unfamiliar with The Duke of Wellington pub? Check out our directions video or their website!
Wondering what type of performances to expect? Take a look at this video of one of our previous performers.
Time
(Thursday) 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location
The Duke Of Wellington
18 High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1EN
28dec8:30 pm10:30 pmAcoustic FridaysPopolo Newcastle
Event Details
Acoustic Fridays Acoustic Fridays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers. Popolo is a great contemporary venue
more
Event Details
Acoustic Fridays
Acoustic Fridays will be happening at Popolo down by the Quayside every single weekend. We will feature some amazing acoustic singers playing upbeat covers.
Popolo is a great contemporary venue that is situated on Newcastle’s iconic Quayside. The popular Newcastle venue is never lacking an atmosphere, substance or style.
Popolo have one of the best drinks selections in the city. Their range of drinks include 300+ spirits from around the world, and lovingly crafted cocktails.
So, there’s something for everyone.
Additionally, to take a look at some of our brilliant artists, please click here.
As well as this, if you’d like to take a look at Popolo’s website, click here.
Time
(Friday) 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Location
Popolo Newcastle
48-52 Sandhill, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3JF
29dec(dec 29)7:00 pm30(dec 30)12:00 amVinyl DJ set in NewcastleHead of Steam, Quayside
Event Details
Matty brings his passion and expertise in soul and disco to this vinyl DJ set in Newcastle. He returns to Head of Steam to light up their venue for a
Event Details
Matty brings his passion and expertise in soul and disco to this vinyl DJ set in Newcastle. He returns to Head of Steam to light up their venue for a series of shows guaranteed to transform your evening.
Find out more about Matty by clicking on his profile here.
Have a look at Head of Steam’s venue here.
Time
29 (Saturday) 7:00 pm - 30 (Sunday) 12:00 am
Location
Head Of Steam Quayside
11 - 17 Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DQ
29dec8:00 pm10:00 pmLive Music SunderlandThe Board Inn
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Guitar vocalist - Sam Rea Live music Sunderland - Sam covers contemporary songs with a chilled out vibe. So, why not head down to The Board Inn, just off the A19 in
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Guitar vocalist – Sam Rea
Live music Sunderland – Sam covers contemporary songs with a chilled out vibe.
So, why not head down to The Board Inn, just off the A19 in Sunderland? This charming pub offers cheap drinks deals, as well as a friendly and fun atmosphere.
Check out Sam’s page here.
Also, to take a look at more of our events click here.
Time
(Saturday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
The Board Inn
1 Durham Rd, Sunderland SR3 3NS
30dec4:00 pm8:00 pmSeaside Sessions
Event Details
Looking for some live music Tynemouth? This Sunday we're bringing some of our best performers to play Head of Steam Tynemouth. So if you fancy a night of great
Event Details
Looking for some live music Tynemouth? This Sunday we’re bringing some of our best performers to play Head of Steam Tynemouth. So if you fancy a night of great live music, come on down!
Set List:
4pm – 6pm The Brighter Side (check out their page here)
6pm – 8pm Paul Reed
Time
(Sunday) 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Head Of Steam Tynemouth
The Arcade, Tynemouth NE30 4RG
31dec7:00 pm1:00 amNew Years Eve Classic Indie DJ set in NewcastleHead of Steam, Quayside
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Bruce brings his 15 years experience to this New Years Eve classic indie DJ set in Newcastle. Specialising in anthems from the 60s to the 90s, your New Years Eve
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Bruce brings his 15 years experience to this New Years Eve classic indie DJ set in Newcastle. Specialising in anthems from the 60s to the 90s, your New Years Eve celebrations are guaranteed to be full of classic indie anthems from Bruce’s extensive roster.
Find out more about Bruce by clicking on his profile here.
Have a look at Head of Steam’s venue here.
…Don’t worry it’s not Wonderwall on repeat for three hours…
Time
(Monday) 7:00 pm - 1:00 am
Location
Head Of Steam Quayside
11 - 17 Broad Chare, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3DQ
31dec7:00 pm9:00 pmMonday BuskersPassing Clouds Newcastle
Event Details
The best busker event in Newcastle on a Monday at Passing Clouds bar from 7pm. Join acoustic musician Kieran Taylor who hosts the open mic event each Monday in Newcastle. All musicians
Event Details
The best busker event in Newcastle on a Monday at Passing Clouds bar from 7pm.
Join acoustic musician Kieran Taylor who hosts the open mic event each Monday in Newcastle.
All musicians welcome, guitar & mic provided. Free drink for performing.
Drinks offers available all night long – see you there!
Time
(Monday) 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
Passing Clouds
4 Bigg Market
31dec8:00 pm10:00 pmLive Acoustic MusicOne Eyed Stag Whickham
Event Details
LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC: Stephen Mordue Looking for New Years Eve live music Whickham? Come down to the One Eyed Stag pub for some Need Music curated entertainment! We have guitar vocalist
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LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC: Stephen Mordue
Looking for New Years Eve live music Whickham? Come down to the One Eyed Stag pub for some Need Music curated entertainment!
We have guitar vocalist Stephen Mordue covering a range of genres to help make your New Years Eve special. An artist with 20 years experience, he knows exactly how to entertain a crowd with his passion for music.
Take a look at Stephen’s page here.
Take a look at our other events here.
If you’d like to take a look at The One Eyed Stag website here.
Time
(Monday) 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Location
The One Eyed Stag
5 The Square, Whickham, Newcastle upon Tyne NE16 4JB
31dec01janLive Music Sunderland - New Years EveThe Board Inn
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Guitar vocalist double header - Simma and Stephen Wilson Live music Sunderland New Years Eve - Simma and Stephen Wilson play back to back to see you through from 2018 to
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Guitar vocalist double header – Simma and Stephen Wilson
Live music Sunderland New Years Eve – Simma and Stephen Wilson play back to back to see you through from 2018 to 2019!
They play The Board Inn, just off the A19 in Sunderland. It’s a charming pub that offers cheap drinks deals, as well as a friendly and fun atmosphere.
8 – 11pm Simma – check out his page here.
11 – 1am Stephen Wilson – check out his page here.
Also, to take a look at more of our events click here.
Time
December 31 (Monday) 8:00 pm - January 1 (Tuesday) 1:00 am
Location
The Board Inn
1 Durham Rd, Sunderland SR3 3NS
31dec01janNew Year's Eve at The Gosforth Hotel
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Looking for a great night for New Year's Eve Gosforth? We're bringing DJ Rob to light up the Gosforth Hotel with his amazing selection of hits and lively crowd interaction.
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Looking for a great night for New Year’s Eve Gosforth? We’re bringing DJ Rob to light up the Gosforth Hotel with his amazing selection of hits and lively crowd interaction.
Check out DJ Rob’s profile page here for a sample of what you can expect!
Time
December 31 (Monday) 8:00 pm - January 1 (Tuesday) 1:00 am
Location
The Gosforth Hotel
High St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 1HQ