Many may be planning a big night-out to celebrate New Year’s Eve and see 2025 in with style.
Fireworks are planned across the region – including the return of the eye-catching display to the skies above Newcastle for the first time since 2019, confirmed by Newcastle City Council earlier this year.
However, you may be on the lookout for things to do to kickstart the first day of 2025. Here is a round-up of some events taking place on New Year’s Day:
There will be several New Years Day dips across the region for those that fancy starting the new year braving the freezing north sea.
Planned events include an 11am sea dip at Tynemouth Longsands beach organised by Dip Club and 11am on Whitley Bay beach.
As per tradition, the Monkseaton Morris Dancers will be out on New Year’s Day. The Dancers will start outside of The Ship Inn in Monkseaton at 12pm for the hour long show before the group dances around the local pubs.
They plan to finish off at the Left Luggage Room for one final dance and we lead the crowd in a rendition of Blaydon Races.
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The whole family can enjoy the atmosphere with a day at the races. New Year’s Raceday celebration is back at Newcastle Racecourse, home to the historic Northumberland Plate.
What’s more children 17 and under go free with an accompanying adult and those aged under 12 can eat in the restaurant for free too. For more information including booking, visit here.
Denton Dene Parkrun – the popular weekly community 5k running event is holding an extra parkrun to mark New Year’s Day 2025 at 9.00am.
Anyone wanting to take part in the free and fun run, jog or walk at Denton Dene, Denton Road, Scotswood, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 7HB needs to register first and show a barcode. See the course page for route map more details.
For those wanting to start off the new year surrounded by nature, why not explore Northumberland National Park on the Ingram Bridge to Brough Law and Cochrane Pike walk.
Starting from 10.30am, those wanting to join in on the seven mile walk are advised to bring their own packed lunch and wear suitable footwear. Dog’s are not permitted. For more information to book tickets, visit here.
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The Glasshouse International centre for music in Gateshead is welcoming in 2025 with Viennese New Year’s Day Concert.
Royal Northern Sinfonia’s new Principal Guest Conductor Nil Venditti will lead the joyful New Year’s Day celebration, with sparkling soprano Jennifer France and home orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia. There are still some seats available here.
Entertainment wise, Tapyard Studios in Newcastle is holding an Old Skool bingo event for over 18’s, filled with fun, games, prizes and packed full of RnB tunes.
Playing a twist on the classic game, the event starting from 6.00pm promises not to disappoint. For more information and tickets visit here.
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