Newcastle New Years Eve 2024

Things to do on new years eve in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Top fireworks, parties, hotels & events for NYE 2023-2024

From the iconic Quayside view to the bars, restaurants and clubs of the mighty Toon! It's always great way to see the new year in by visiting Newcastle, known across the country as being a lively event, with loads of top celebrations taking place to see in the new year in style.

Likely sub-zero temperatures will do nothing to deter the great Geordie public and they will take to their city centre in large numbers to see in the new year in style, with the party continuing well into the early hours of new years day.

This is actually my new home city and I can certainly recommend it as one of the best you will find anywhere in the world! it will be crazy busy though, so make sure you have a plan and make any bookings well in advance!

Newcastle Fireworks

There are usually planned displays at the Quayside, but in past couple of years it's been replaced by Laser Light City, which can be seen for miles around and it's the same for this year. Plus there are always smaller "unofficial" fireworks displays dotted across the city, so you'll definitely still catch some pyrotechnics.

Lasers of Light

Laser Light City is back this year with their spectacular laser light and sound show. You can see it right across the city as the lasers illuminate this skies from 30th December to 1st January. Best place to see it of course would be the Quayside as you watch the lasers beam through the bridges. More details available here: Lasers of Light Newcastle

The Whole Hogmanay, Exhibition Park

There is another big party in Exhibition Park, where Wylam Brewery host their The Whole Hogmanay new years eve extravaganza featuring a whole host of attractions including a fire pit, street food village, gin palace, live DJ performances and of course fireworks at midnight. More details here

Parties & Events

Most people will spend the evening in the various bars and restaurants of the famous Bigg Market and Quayside areas of town, where the lively atmosphere is something close to legendary, with Newcastle frequently finding itself featured on lists on the top party cities in the world.

On new years eve this is stepped up and extra notch and the town will be very crowded - we advise working out your agenda for the evening well in advance and arranging tickets for the appropriate venues to make sure you avoid disappointment. You can expect to pay a premium for the occasion too, with even regular bars commonly charging a fairly sizeable admission fee for their new years eve parties.

The Glasshouse Viennese New Years Day Concert

There is a series of festive events planned at The Glasshouse (formerly The Sage), just across the river in Gateshead. . Join the Royal Northern Sinfonia with guest conductor Antonio Mendez along with soprano Rebecca Botone. To book please visit here.

Family New Year's Eve Party at GCT

Visit the newly refurbished Gosforth Civic Theatre for this family friendly event. With a DJ for some tunes to dance to, a craft room and snacks for the kids and of course the bar for the grown ups. There will be a "midnight moment" with a countdown to the new year on the big screen. Get your tickets here.

Tasting Night at Six Baltic

Spend the evening at the Baltics Iconic Rooftop Restaurant that boasts panoramic views over the city. With canapes and champagne on arrival, guests will have their taste buds tested with this tasting menu and I'm delighted to see that they also have a plant based menu along side this. Full menu and details available here.

New Years Eve Hotels

There is a great range of hotel accommodation available in Newcastle, although over the busy new year period you would be well advised to book up well in advance.

There will also be plenty of hotels holding their own new year parties if you don't fancy venturing out to mix with the crowds - check out the places down the quayside in particular as there's a good chance you'll also be able to snare a premium view of the fireworks.

You can find all of the top Newcastle new years eve hotels here.

Christmas Markets

If you're in Newcastle over the festive season then you'll find the city has also embraced the growing popularity of Christmas markets - the main one to look out for is the Newcastle Christmas Market at Grainger Street, Old Eldon Square Green and Grey's Monument. Oh and if you happen to come out of Central Station, pop into the Lazy Bear for a glass of mulled wine or hot spiced cider and warm yourself at the cosy firepits!

Restaurants

The restaurant scene in Newcastle is pretty comprehensive these days too, so whatever your preference there will be something to meet your tastes. I'm a fan of the Victors on the Quayside.

For a quicker, more economical option the various Chinese restaurants in Chinatown on Stowell Street offer some great all you can eat buffets, another big personal favourite!

There are also now finally some vegan dining options open in Newcastle's city centre like Supernatural - check out the full range of the city's restaurants here.

NYE Live Stream

There used to be some live webcams in the area, but sadly they are now all offline, but if you know if any, do let us know.

Although we will also be keeping an eye out for any coverage on the local news channels and will post any links we find here. You'll probably also find a good deal of fireworks coverage on social media - everyone always seems to have their phone out recording these events!

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