Events

Find out what’s happening across North Shields — from local gigs and art shows to community markets and heritage festivals. Discover unique events celebrating our people, culture, and creativity.

John Milton Peacock: The Man Behind Coast Fest

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What started as a pint-fuelled idea in a North Shields boozer has exploded into one of the North East’s biggest grassroots music events. Meet John “Peasy” Peacock — the bucket-hatted whirlwind behind Coast Fest. From wrangling headliners to dodging cease-and-desist letters from Coachella, Peasy’s turned organised chaos into an art form. We catch up with the man who’s putting North Shields firmly on the music map — one unforgettable weekend at a time.

Crew Gal: Shaking Up the Live Events Scene

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By Pauline Stewart Founded by Susan French, affectionately known as Frenchie, CREW GAL emerged from a vivid vision sparked by none other than Prince’s Purple...

Immersive Theatre Experience at Tynemouth Lodge

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     Halloween week saw another successful run of Little Cat Theatre Company’s ‘Scary Tales,’ with six sold out performances of the show at the...

Eager for an encore: Gala 2024

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North Shields Opera Chorus Suzanne Coulson article

From the moment the lights rose at the Parks Sports Centre, Gala 2024 revealed itself as something far more than a concert. This ambitious collaboration between the North Shields Opera Chorus, Tête à Tête Opera Company and the Royal Northern Sinfonia brought together professional musicians, community choirs, dancers and local schoolchildren in a powerful celebration of shared creativity. What unfolded was an evening rich with local pride, musical brilliance and a striking sense of togetherness – a reminder of what’s possible when a community comes together to create something extraordinary.

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The Art of Pop Culture Fusion: Marcus Reed

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North Shields is steadily becoming a haven for talented creatives, and Marcus Reed is a prime example. His unique ability to fuse pop culture...
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