Explore Tyne & Wear for events

Summer River Trips

What:
Events

Where:
departs South Shields ferry landing

When:
between 24 May-22 September 2013
Nearest metro:
South Shields
Bus services:
Many
Enjoy the sights and delights of the river banks along the Tyne this summer on board the Shields Ferry – an unusual, fun and leisurely day out! With 27 dates to choose from, 7 types of trip,...
Evolution Festival

What:
Events

Where:
Newcastle/Gateshead Quayside

When:
26-27 May 2013
Nearest metro:
Gateshead
Manors
Monument
Nearest Quaylink stop:
Baltic Square
Law Courts
Bus services:
Many
Evolution is the premier outdoor music festival in the North East of England which takes place on the banks of the iconic river Tyne.The 2013 musical line-up is set to be announced on Thursday,...
- Entry charge
North East Live

What:
Events

Where:
Stadium of Light, Sunderland

When:
Saturday, 22 June 2013
Nearest metro:
St Peter's
Bus services:
Many
This family-friendly five hour music extravaganza will see some of the best loved pop acts, including JLS, The Wanted, Rita Ora, Stooche, Little Mix and many more, take to the Stadium of Light...
- Entry charge
Heritage Skills Initiative

What:
Events

Where:
Tynemouth Metro station

When:
Friday, 28 June to Sunday, 30 June
Nearest metro:
Tynemouth
Bus services:
Many
Get hands on experience at the 2013 Heritage Skills Festival which is taking place at Tynemouth station over the weekend of Friday, 28 June-Sunday, 30 June. This family event is open ...
- Free entry
British Science Festival

What:
Events

Where:
Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne

When:
7-12 September 2013
Nearest metro:
Haymarket
Bus services:
Many
This annual family event, Europe’s largest and longest running science festival organised by the British Science Association, brings together hundreds of the UK’s top scientists, science...