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FEBRUARY

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What’s On This February: Culture, Dining & Celebration

30th Jan - 6th Feb

Durham Restaurant Week

january 30th - 8th february
Sunderland cocktail week

UNLIMITED discounts across the week with your cocktail week wristband.

NE1 Lunch club
Various Venues

NE1's Lunch Club is back from Tuesday 27th January!
£7.50 and £10 offers

Chinese Lunar new year 2026
22nd February
newcastle china town

Ring in the Lunar New Year with a free day-long festival of colour and sound in Newcastle’s Chinatown

every thursday & sunday
Ruby Rae's

Kick up your heels and two-step the night away with Line Dancing @neon_moon_linedance_club on Thursdays and Sundays!

the aukland project
ignite
20 - 22 February

IGNITE 2026 is a brand-new winter festival bringing light, creativity and joy to the darkest days of the year …

Fire & ice festival
durham city centre
27th-28th february

Join us for two days of spectacular street entertainment - stunning ice sculptures, live carving demos, fiery performances, and magical moments for all the family.

Echoes of Victory: Memories from Ushaw
Until Feb 26

Ushaw Historic House

Friday 20th & 27th February
viking experience
great north museum: hancock

Come and meet some real-life Vikings and Viking experts at the museum in our Natural Northumbria gallery.

every monday
The Promenade sunderland

Mondays call for one thing and one thing only…. RODGERS GRID QUIZ & BINGO Book a table now via DM 📲. Or Call us on 0191 529 2226 📞

saturday 14th February
rigg & furrow

WE’RE TURNING NINE 9️⃣ 🎂 And to celebrate we’re throwing a party!
Join us on Saturday 14th February at the brewery tap to help us celebrate.

various dates
Wylam Brewery Events

Various live Shows & Events

15th february
Fausto Coffee

Our next quiz! Get the date in your diaries! 🤩 Sunday 15th feb 7pm! All ticket proceeds to charity @alzheimerssoc BOOK NOW! Either drop us a message or call the shop 01915145886

thurs 16th feb
The Potted Lobster X Ad Gefrin

We’re incredibly excited to announce a very special evening at The Potted Lobster, Bamburgh, in collaboration with @adgefrin.

27 Feb | steak night
spanish city

Don’t miss your chance to enjoy a premium steak for just £15
Plan ahead with these dates:
24 Apr | 26 Jun | 25 Sep |27 Nov 2026 |29 Jan 2027

Valentine's & Galentine's Day Events

12th February
Langley Castle Hotel

Champagne Tasting Dinner, hosted by expert sommelier Charlie, from the esteemed Champagne House of Billecart-Salmon.

13th February
Dakota Newcastle

Join us on Friday 13th February at 7pm and create unforgettable memories as you enjoy a rose-led sensory & floral journey with @jomalonelondon, followed by a delicious three course dinner.

11th February
Fleet Street

Join us for a Valentine’s-inspired wine journey with a glass of fizz on arrival, a tasting of 5 expertly selected wines, paired nibbles, and a fun and interactive wine quiz with exclusive prizes to be won.

9th February
Cove Lifestyle

We’re hosting a galentines signature SCULPT session armed with a mini goody bag. Discounts off your favourite yoga brand and refreshments at the studio.

14th-15thFebruary
mY Delhi

This Valentine’s, do date night the Delhi way🌹
A special menu, our favourite Bollywood romantic playlist, and an intimate setting made for lingering over plates and conversation.

14th February
As you like it

A Valentine’s special, just for you.
Slip into the night with us this Saturday 14th February — drinks poured, plates shared, desires indulged.
Bookings are essential. Walk-ins are rare.

sat 14th february
the valentines treasure ball
great north museum:hancock

Dance, sparkle & celebrate love at the Museum.
This is a very special inaugural late night event, combining 2 much-loved cultural spaces in the North East.

sat 14th february
long Friday

For Valentine’s Day this year we are serving a set 4 course menu to share! Snacks, small plates and dessert. Available lunch and dinner £50 per head (vegetarian and vegan menu also available). Bookings live via the website. Link Below

11th-14th february
North
Seaburn Sunderland

❤️❤️❤️❤️Not just Valentine’s Day but valentines week !
Our mouth watering 4 course valentines week menu is £55 a head and is available to choose all night on the evenings of 11th, 12th, 13th & 14th of February.

sat 14th february
ROker Hotel
Sunderland

Our Valentine’s Day menu is here:
✨ 2 courses £28.95
✨ 3 courses £33.50
📌 Pre-order required

sat 14th february
the wine bar
sheepfolds stables sunderland

Enjoy a curated selection of exceptional Champagne paired with beautifully crafted canapés, each chosen to complement one another perfectly.

fri 13th -sun 15th february
twenty twenty
newcastle

Valentines Weekend is closing in! If you are still needing plans, we have you covered! 💞
Enjoy 2 courses for £15 & 3 for £20 across the Valentines weekend.

fri 13th - sun 15th february
langley castle
co durham

Our exclusive Valentine’s Day package runs from the 13th, 14th, and 15th February and offers a romantic dining experience

12th february
fuego fenwicks newcastle
Beat Boutique: A Valentine’s Takeover with Moët & Chandon

On 12 February, live DJ sounds meet exceptional dining as Beat Boutique brings an immersive evening of music, atmosphere and flavour to the heart of the store.

beauty at gosforth park
Afternoon tea spa day

Treat your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with our Afternoon Tea spa Day !
Our package includes a glass of Prosecco on arrival, use of the leisure facilities and an Afternoon tea,

Valentines Day Menu
City of Newcastle Golf Club

Friday 13th February from 5pm
£40.00 for 2 Courses for Two
£50.00 for 3 Courses for Two
£65.00 for 3 Courses for Two plus 1 bottle of 'The Accomplice Chardonnay'.

13th & 14th february
jesmond dene house

Our Sharing Specials Menu is available on 13th and 14th February, served along side our A la Carte Menu in Fern.

13th & 14th february
1910
spanish city

Enjoy cocktails, fine wines, real ales and some of the highest-quality ingredients on the market. 2 Course £39 3 Course £45

fri 13th & sat 14th february
Tide
The gibralta Rock Tynemouth

At Tide, we’ve got you covered with unforgettable plans, delicious food and the perfect setting.

14th Februrary
Valentine’s Vivaldi by Candlelight
Newcastle Cathedral

Promising an unforgettable night of classical music, join the Piccadilly Sinfonietta as they perform a special Valentine's programme by candlelight in this gloriously atmospheric venue.

Saturday 14th February
Girl Bands Forever Bottomless Brunch 💖
banyan newcastle

Get ready for 2 hours of bottomless drinks (including our Girl Bands Forever exclusive cocktails!), a delicious brunch dish and non-stop girl band anthems from the iconic 80s to today.

sat 14th february
The St Valentine’s Day Love Train
Voices of Virtue Gospel Choir

Don’t miss the return of this Motown Gospel Choir & experience them live, taking the roof off this St Valentine’s day, with uplifting & up-tempo, Soul & classic Motown love songs. With new material, Choir members & dance moves, prepare for a ‘Love Train’ of a Saturday night party to properly blow your mind & move your feet

March Events

15th march
ramside hall

💐 Treat Mum this Mother’s Day 💐
Enjoy a delicious Sunday lunch in The Rib Room 🍽️ or a relaxed carvery in Charcoa 🍖 – both perfect ways to celebrate her special day.

20th -22nd March
Jesmond united Reformed Church

We’re really excited to be bringing back the first (and only) piano festival in Newcastle. Across the weekend, you’ll find headline concerts alongside free events, interactive family shows, and the chance to hear new voices

Local Markets

Hexham Farmers Market

Tynemouth Market
EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY 9:00am – 3:30pm

Saltwell Park, Heaton Park, Gosforth Park

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Click on the Venue link and you will be directed to their website to find out their latest events