Latest Events in Gateshead(June Updated)

Get ready to geek out at Nerd Summer Fest 2026 with all things retro, games, and comics - it's gonna be a blast! Welcome to Nerd Summer Fest 2026 ! Get ready to geek out at the Gateshead International Stadium on July 25, 2026 . Join fellow nerds for a day filled with all things pop culture, gaming, comics, and more! Supporting Cash for Kids charity See you there! Information Source: North East Retro Den | eventbrite

Join us for a chill 5k walk by the water to raise some good vibes and awareness for menstrual health! Join us for a meaningful 5K Steps Walk along the iconic Newcastle Quayside, starting and finishing at Baltic Square. This community walk brings women and girls together to raise awareness of the impact menstrual health has on daily life and to support the fight against period poverty. As we walk across the Gateshead Millennium Bridge and along the riverside, we’ll spark conversations, share solidarity, and take steps toward change. All fitness levels welcome—come walk, connect, and be part of a movement creating dignity, access, and awareness for all. Tshirts will be available to purchase on the day for £6. Information Source: Ndi Igbo Northeast England CIC | eventbrite

Sip, design & press with designer & founder of ITgirls Studio, Paige Richards. Baltic Shop Creates: Sip, Design & Press Saturday 6 June | 13:00-16:00 £40 per person Spend a creative Saturday afternoon designing something uniquely yours. Designer Paige Richards will guide you through an inspiring workshop where you'll create original illustrations using whatever speaks to you - paint, collage, pencils, or mixed media. No rules, no pressure, just pure creativity. Your finished designs will be taken away and professionally pressed onto your chosen item; mug, tote bag, T-shirt or coaster. Your final custom piece will then be ready to collect in 2 weeks. Sip on complimentary drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available), chat with fellow creatives, get inspired and enjoy an afternoon where the focus is on fun and self-expression. All skill levels welcome, from complete beginners to experienced makers. About Paige Richards Paige is based in Newcastle upon Tyne and the founder of ITgirls Studio. Founded in 2022, ITgirls is a place for people to come together, get creative, and feel inspired. Suitable for ages 18+ Please let us know about any dietary requirements or allergies Please note we cannot offer refunds on this event Accessibility We want our events to be inclusive and accessible. If you have any accessibility requests or questions, please email saral@balticmill.com. Ahead of your visit, you can find out about Baltic’s facilities and accessibility here . Information Source: Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art | eventbrite

Join us for the opening of TechNExt Festival 2026. Hear from inspirational speakers in tech, what's in store for festival week and lots more TechNExt26 returns for its fourth edition to showcase the North East’s thriving technology sector. The festival celebrates the region’s commitment to supporting, developing, and growing technology for the benefit of everyone. Across the week, the festival attracts more than 3,000 attendees from the North East, across the UK, and internationally. The programme brings together a series of flagship events and a dynamic festival fringe, with TechNExt Hubs delivering four one-day, themed locations across the region focused on Tech for Good, Tech Startups, Data and AI, and Creative Tech. Festival Launch - Monday 15 June (8.30am - 4pm) - Hilton Newcastle Gateshead This year we are kicking off TechNExt26 with our Festival Launch Conference. This event will feature a single stream of thought provoking conference talks from leaders in technology and related industries. Visit our website for more information. Lunch is provided, and as part of our Good Festival Ambition, please note that all catering at this event will be vegetarian. All additional dietary requirements will also be catered for, please state your needs on the booking form. Good Festival Ambition The festival is planned as a Good Festival with ‘for good’ being a core value running through everything. This will ensure a focus on quality, inclusivity, diversity, accessibility, and sustainability. As part of this ambition, we are offering a buddy system where attendees can select the option to be met by a friendly face from the TechNExt team or wider community on arrival. Your buddy would help you feel comfortable at the event perhaps by chatting over a coffee on arrival, introducing you to new faces, or help you understand more about the content of the event and what's planned that day. You can apply for a 'buddy' through the ticket purchase process. We are also committed to minimising the impact of our events on the environment. We work closely with our clients, venues, suppliers and delegates to reduce the impact of our activity wherever possible. Last year, the festival’s curated events generated 18.19 tCO₂e, and we offset this by supporting the Dynamo Digital Inclusion Fund. More measures will be intoduced this year, tracking the festival's carbon footprint once again, leading us to further reduce our impact and become carbon neutral in future years. You will be asked to complete some questions about your planned travel which will help us create the carbon footprint for the festival. Refunds Please note our ticket refund policy below: Up to 12 weeks before the event starts - full refund More than 8 weeks before the event starts, but less than 12 weeks - 50% refund Less than 8 weeks before the event starts - no refund Information Source: TechNExt Festival | eventbrite

The UK's biggest and best market for gamers returns to the Gateshead International Stadium on Sunday 19th July 2026! The UK's biggest and best market for gamers returns to the Gateshead International Stadium for its fourth year on Sunday 19th March 2026! The Newcastle Gaming Market is the largest gaming market in the North East that focuses solely on traders and sellers. Simply put, imagine a massive venue filled with nothing but video games and merchandise on offer and thousands of gamers and fellow collectors eager to find a bargain. Gaming Nirvana! Whether it’s classic games, consoles, gaming merchandise, arcade machines or even custom made artwork that floats your boat, you’ll no doubt want to be at this event! First door entry is available from 11:00, tickets cost £7.00 per person. Under 16's must purchase a ticket for this door. Second door entry is available from 12:00, tickets cost £5.00 per person. Under 16's must purchase a ticket for this door. Third door entry is available from 13:00, tickets cost £5.00 per person. Under 16's go free with a paying adult from this time. General entry is available from 14:00, tickets cost £4.00 per person. Under 16's go free with a paying adult from this time. Please note we will not be accepting any on the door cash sales until 14:00. Priority entry will go to those with pre-purchased tickets. Under 16s require a ticket for entry before 14:00. Under 5s do not require a ticket for this event. Visit the website for more info - www.newcastlegamingmarket.com Information Source: REPLAY EVENTS | eventbrite

Royal Marines Reserves (Tyne Det) Initial Maritime Reserves Presentation Date: 04-June-25 Location: HMS Calliope | Royal Naval Reserve Unit Interested in joining the Royal Marines Reserves? Come along to our Initial Maritime Reserves Presentation at HMS Calliope. Get to know more about what it takes to be a part of this elite group. Our team will be there to answer all your questions and guide you through the process. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn firsthand about the incredible experiences that await you as a Royal Marines Reservist. See you there! Dress for the evening will be smart casual. You will need to bring photo identification - preferably a passport or drivers license. If you are under 18 you will need to be accompanied by an parent/guardian. This event is suited for those over the age of 16. About the Royal Marine Reserve The Royal Marine Reserve is the volunteer force of the Royal Navy. With a basic commitment of 24 days a year, you’ll take part in training exercises, defence drills and adventure activities, often overseas. You could even be mobilised for an operational tour of duty. You'll develop skills that will benefit your career, experience adventures you couldn't have anywhere else, and serve your community – all alongside your day job or studies. Want to speak to someone about joining? Call us on 0345 600 3222. Further information on the Reserves can be found at: https://www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers/royal-marines-reserves/joining Information Source: Royal Marines Reserve Scotland Tyne Det | eventbrite

You can now book onto our June City Ladies Networking breakfast, held as usual at Newcastle Gateshead Hilton. This session will feature an incredible spotlight, TBC. So come and enjoy breakfast, visit a lovely venue and meet lots of like-minded women face to face. Parking is free at this event, subject to availability. The code for parking will be made available at the event. Please direct any questions to team@cityladiesnetworking.com Information Source: City Ladies | eventbrite

TechNExt festival is a celebration of the North East's thriving technology sector. Through a mixture of curated and community designed fringe events, TechNExt will serve as a showcase of the diversity, achievements and breadth of the tech sector in the North East. The festival aims to help drive the message that the North East is a region that is passionate about supporting, developing and growing its tech sector for the benefit of everyone. Festival Party - Thursday 19 June (7.30pm - 12.00am) - BALTIC Riverside Cafe, Gateshead Complete your festival week the right way. TechNExt invites you to an informal festival party at the iconic BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Arts. It’s a moment to revel in the remarkable achievements of the North East tech sector while meeting and catching up with fellow tech enthusiasts and attendees from across the UK. Food is provided, and as part of our Good Festival Ambition, please note that all catering at this event will be vegetarian. All additional dietary requirements will also be catered for, please state your needs on the booking form. Good Festival Ambition The festival is planned as a Good Festival with ‘for good’ being a core value running through everything. This will ensure a focus on quality, inclusivity, diversity, accessibility, and sustainability. As part of this ambition, we are offering a buddy system where attendees can select the option to be met by a friendly face from the TechNExt team or wider community on arrival. Your buddy would help you feel comfortable at the event perhaps by chatting over a coffee on arrival, introducing you to new faces, or help you understand more about the content of the event and what's planned that day. You can apply for a 'buddy' through the ticket purchase process. We are also committed to minimising the impact of our events on the environment. We work closely with our clients, venues, suppliers and delegates to reduce the impact of our activity wherever possible. Last year, the festival's carbon from curated events was 7.49 tCO2e and we decided, as an ethical offset, to donate the equivalent carbon credit value to a North East environmental charity, Groundwork North East & Cumbria for their nature-based solutions programme. More measures will be intoduced this year, tracking the festival's carbon footprint once again, leading us to further reduce our impact and become carbon neutral in future years. You will be asked to complete some questions about your planned travel which will help us create the carbon footprint for the festival. Refunds Please note our ticket refund policy below: Up to 12 weeks before the event starts - full refund More than 8 weeks before the event starts, but less than 12 weeks - 50% refund Less than 8 weeks before the event starts - no refund Information Source: TechNExt Festival | eventbrite

Relaxed and informal networking event, tailored for non-profits / third-sector, looking to connect and collaborate. Get Kraken CIC invites you to join our relaxed and informal networking event, tailored for Socially Trading Organisations* looking to connect and collaborate. Join us and meet like-minded individuals, share ideas, and explore potential collaborations. Whether you're a non-profit, charity, social enterprise or socially responsible business, this event is the perfect opportunity to expand your network and make a positive impact. Don't miss out on this chance to forge meaningful connections and work towards a common goal. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, there's something here for everyone! Grab a cuppa and a slice of cake and join us in Gateshead. Register now to secure your spot! *Socially Trading Organisations means: any business legal structure that combines income generation and making a difference. This could include: Charities, Social Enterprises, Purpose-Led Organisations, Co-ops, Community Interest Companies, Community Land Trusts, CIO's, etc. Host Specialist social welfare solutions for everyone. Society Matters CIC is a social enterprise which mobilises knowledge, delivering tangible social value to achieve a fair society for all, with lives well lived. As the trading subsidiary of independent charity, Citizens Advice Gateshead , Society Matters CIC specialises in social welfare training, social action projects, and tailor-made solutions through a team of in-house experts. About Get Kraken CIC Our non-profit is looking to reduce the digital divide in the North East by providing low-cost / funded sessions for business owners to skill-up. The demand for digital skills and the need for it in the workplace is increasing, we want to make these opportunities as accessible as possible to the community. More information about the social enterprise is at Get Kraken CIC Information Source: Get Kraken CIC | eventbrite

AJ Potter and the NE Rails performing live at the Station East, Gateshead to celebrate the release of the album "The Coin". Written and composed by AJ Potter and produced by Martin Stevenson, "The Coin" is a truly beautiful album filled with honest spellbinding tales. AJ will be accompanied by his amazing band The NE Rails, and supported by Dean Jolly and Johnny Walker making this a truly unmissable show. Information Source: AJ Potter | eventbrite