What’s On in July 2025 – Newcastle & Northumberland
Summer Events, Festivals, Family Days & Hidden Gems
Mark your calendars! July in the North East is packed with lively festivals, outdoor fun, and cultural highlights. Whether you're staying in the city or countryside, here's what's happening around July 2025:
🎶 Music Festivals & Live Events
Lost Minds Festival
📍 Exhibition Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
🗓️ 12 July 2025
The region’s premier electronic music festival returns with top DJs and stunning production.
Newcastle Pride (Northern Pride)
📍 Central Park, Times Square, Newcastle
🗓️ 19–20 July 2025
Celebrate inclusivity with a vibrant parade, live acts, and community events.
Mouth of the Tyne Festival
📍 Tynemouth Priory & Castle
🗓️ 10–13 July 2025
Iconic seaside venue hosts a four-day lineup featuring UB40 and Elbow.
🍔 Food & Family Festivals
North East Food Festival
📍 Exhibition Park, Newcastle
🗓️ 19–20 July 2025
Enjoy top local food and drink stalls, chef demos, plus family entertainment.
Blyth Live Music Festival
📍 Blyth Beach / Mermaid’s Car Park
🗓️ 21 June 2025
Free family music day featuring the Bay City Rollers as headliners.
Blyth Town Carnival
📍 Blyth Town Centre
🗓️ 05 July 2025
Parade fun and summer celebrations at the heart of Blyth.
Blyth Annual Sandcastle Competition
📍 Blyth Beach
🗓️ 12 July 2025
A fun, creative day out for families on the beach .
🎭 Local Experiences & Heritage Days
Blyth Battery – Tommy Gun Talks & Demos
📍 Blyth Battery, Northumberland
🗓️ 19–20 July 2025
Watch live demonstrations and expert talks on WWII history and gun heritage.
🌟 Key Highlights – Events Overview
| Event | Location | Date(s) | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Minds Festival | Exhibition Park, Newcastle | 12 Jul | EDM + big production |
| Newcastle Pride | Times Square, Newcastle | 19–20 Jul | Parade, concerts |
| Mouth of the Tyne | Tynemouth | 10–13 Jul | Beachside gigs |
| North East Food Festival | Exhibition Park | 19–20 Jul | Food, demos, fun |
| Blyth Live | Blyth Beach | 21 Jun | Free music, Bay City Rollers |
| Blyth Carnival | Blyth Town Centre | 5 Jul | Community parade |
| Sandcastle Comp. | Blyth Beach | 12 Jul | Family beach event |
| Blyth Battery Demos | Blyth Battery | 19–20 Jul | Military demonstrations |
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