Newcastle Gigs & Concerts 2026

The BBC Proms organist brings her brand-new bespoke touring organ to Gateshead for a sold-out programme blending film scores — Pirates of the Caribbean, Star Wars — with contemporary classical works.

The reclusive American singer-songwriter marks two decades of his debut album Trouble with a stripped-back, intimate arena tour featuring support from Natalie Jane Hill.

The viral jazz collective returns with a brand-new show in their signature time-twisting style, putting retro spins on chart toppers, movie soundtracks and '80s Britpop classics.

The Ultravox frontman and co-creator of Do They Know It's Christmas? presents a bold, immersive new show weaving classic hits with cinematic instrumentals from his first album of new material in 12 years.

Grammy Award-winning songwriter Jason Isbell and his band bring their richly detailed, heartland rock sound to the Glasshouse as part of their 2026 UK and European summer run.

Lily Allen plays her global smash album West End Girl in full at her biggest-ever headline show, following sold-out theatre dates that sparked demand for this major UK arena tour.

Chicago punk veterans Alkaline Trio deliver their ferociously catchy brand of dark, hook-laden punk rock to the O2 City Hall stage as part of their 2026 UK tour.

The beloved South London indie five-piece reunite for rare intimate warm-up shows ahead of their outdoor summer tour — described by the band as "very likely the only indoor Maccabees shows of the year."

Atlanta-born singer-songwriter Faye Webster makes her Newcastle debut, bringing her woozy, dreamy indie pop sound — think lush strings, breezy guitar and effortlessly cool vocals.

Bobby Gillespie and co perform their landmark 2000 album XTRMNTR in its entirety — a scorching wall of distorted guitars, electronic noise and political fury, following huge demand after their Roundhouse anniversary show.

The former One Direction star tours his fourth solo album Dinner Party across UK arenas, bringing an intimate, song-focused live experience to one of the biggest stages in the North East.

Ireland's biggest pop group celebrate 25 years with a euphoric, career-spanning arena show — two nights of timeless ballads and global chart-toppers at the Utilita Arena.

GRAMMY-nominated Australian guitarist and songwriter Courtney Barnett tours her fourth album Creature of Habit — a bold, open-hearted record of restless energy and hard-won optimism. Support from Body Type.

Leeds post-punk quartet Yard Act bring their sardonic, razor-sharp storytelling and infectious groove to NX Newcastle in support of their much-anticipated third album.

Bradford indie rock veterans Embrace mark three decades together with a major UK tour celebrating their new album Avalanche — expect anthemic hooks, sweeping ballads and over two million albums sold.

Glasgow blues rock giants The Temperance Movement deliver powerful, riff-driven live shows that fuse classic rock energy with soulful vocals — a must-see at the intimate SU Basement.