What’s On in the North East this December
As the final month of the year approaches and the Christmas spirit fills the air, the region is packed with events to entertain everyone. Explore what’s on offer this festive season with our guide to What’s On in the North East this December.
Carols for All
From Friday, 5th December
- Durham Cathedral, Durham, DH1 3EH
Enjoy your favourite Christmas carols alongside family and friends at the Durham Cathedral Carols for All service.
Home Alone in Concert
Saturday 6th December – Sunday 7th December
- St Mary’s Square, Gateshead, NE8 2JR
Witness the much-loved Christmas classic Home Alone, live at the Glasshouse International Centre for Music.
Madness UK Tour
Tuesday 9th December
- Arena Way, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE4 7NA
British band Madness is on its UK tour, stopping off this December at Newcastle’s Utilita Arena.
Enchanted City
From Thursday, 11th December
- Sutherland Building, Northumberland Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE1 8ST
Experience a cosmic night of wonder as it turns dark at Northumbria University’s City Campus, with lights and projections filling the night sky.
Decades Disco
From Saturday, 13th December
- Coppy Ln, Beamish, Stanley, DH9 0YB
Dance the night away with music from the 80s right through to the noughties at Beamish Hall Hotel.
Lunch With Santa
Sunday 14th December
- Roker Terrace, Roker, Sunderland, SR6 9ND
Enjoy a festive lunch with Santa himself, perfect for getting the little ones into the festive spirit this December.
Santa Christmas Drive Through
From Friday, 21st December
- Sunderland Live, Mercantile Rd, Houghton le Spring, DH4 5PH
Experience the magic of Christmas from the comfort of your car, with twinkling light displays and some mischievous characters.
Bongos Bingo Big Fat Bingo of the Year
From Saturday, 27th December
- 20 South St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3PE
Celebrate in style with Bongos Bingo’s end-of-year bingo night, the perfect way to close in 2025.
If you enjoyed our What’s On in the North East this December article, then why not check out what else is happening in the North East? Find our Explore the North East page here.
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