Every 2026 show at Newcastle Utilita Arena from Van Gogh experience to Westlife

Дата публикации: 23-07-2026 13:18:44

From music megastars like The Strokes and Culture Club to comedy icons such as Ricky Gervais and Bill Bailey as well as beloved events like Disney On Ice and Comic Con, here's the full list

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From music megastars like The Strokes and Culture Club to comedy icons such as Ricky Gervais and Bill Bailey as well as beloved events like Disney On Ice and Comic Con, here's the full list

Anyone in Newcastle stuck for something to do over the next few months is spoiled for choice when it comes to events across the city. At the Utilita Arena alone, there are a total of 19 acts and shows still to come in 2026, with tickets still available for many.

From music icons to stand-up stars, sporting spectaculars, and family treats, there's something at the city's biggest venue for everyone to enjoy. By way of summer holiday entertainment there's the Van Gogh Experience running for the next fortnight, while parents seeking something little ones will love can get tickets for the return of Disney On Ice to the arena later this year.

Newcastle will also welcome music icons such as The Strokes, Culture Club, Westlife and The Script in 2026. And there's a who's who of comedy icons stopping off in the city this year too, including Ricky Gervais, Bill Bailey and Kevin Bridges.

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Other highlights this year range from Comic Con North East in September to Gladiators Live in November. Below is a full list of all the shows coming up for the remainder of the year at the Newcastle Utilita Arena, along with where to secure tickets.

With tickets for most shows on sale via the likes of Ticketmaster and AXS, the Utilita Arena Newcastle website also has premium ticket options from hospitality experiences to private suites. For more music and comedy events in the city this year, it's worth checking out the likes of the NX Newcastle, the O2 City Hall, and the Tyne Theatre & Opera House.

Beyond Van Gogh - Until August 9

Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience is at the Utilita Arena until August 9, having transformed the arena floor into a 10,000 sq ft world of colour, light and sound. Having already captivated millions worldwide, the spectacular event will bring more than 300 of Van Gogh's iconic works to life using cutting-edge projection technology and a specially curated musical soundtrack.

Tickets for Beyond Van Gogh are on sale now.

Misfits Boxing - September 12

Jordan McCann and Big Stacks will now settle their fierce rivalry in the ring as the headline fight when Misfits Boxing returns to Newcastle. On Saturday, September 12 the Utilita Arena plays host to a contest that simply had to happen after the pair clashed earlier this month, in a viral moment that was seen by millions of people online.

Tickets for Misfits Boxing are on sale now.

Niall Horan - September 23

Irish singer-songwriter Niall Horan, who rose to fame on The X Factor, will be returning to Utilita Arena Newcastle this September on his 'Dinner Party' tour. The former One Direction star will be joined by special guest Flowerovlove.

Tickets for Niall Horan are on sale now.

Comic Con North East - September 26-27

Comic Con North east returns to Utilita Arena Newcastle for 2026. Organisers have told fans to "keep your eyes peeled on socials" for guest announcements, with stars confirmed so far including Harry Potter's Matthew Lewis, The Bionic Woman icon Lindsay Wagner, and Scary Movie and American Pie star Shannon Elizabeth.

Tickets for Comic Con North East are on sale now.

Kevin Bridges - October 2

Scotland's comedy powerhouse Kevin Bridges returns to the stage this year with a brand-new stand-up show. Together, his past tours have drawn over two million fans across the globe, featuring a 63 sold-out performances at Glasgow's OVO Hydro and SEC venues - the most by any performer in the venue's history.

Tickets have officially sold out for the 2026 Kevin Bridges show, but verified resale tickets have been spotted on Ticketmaster. Kevin is also returning to Newcastle for another show on February 13 next year.

Westlife - October 3-4

Globally renowned pop group Westlife have announced UK and European tour dates including two shows in Newcastle this October. Running from September 2026, the tour will see the band deliver a euphoric, hit-filled set spanning their extraordinary 25-year career from timeless ballads to global chart-toppers.

Tickets for Westlife are still available on AXS at the time of writing after an extra date was added due to demand, while verified resale tickets can be found on Ticketmaster.

Pussycat Dolls - October 9

Hush hush... the word is out that the Pussycat Dolls are back! Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt and Ashley Roberts are going on tour to celebrate 20 years of the iconic girl group, with special guests Lil' Kim and Deja Vu.

Tickets for the Pussycat Dolls are on sale now.

Professor Brian Cox - October 17

After performing his hit show 'Horizons' to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new world tour Emergence. Brian has appeared in many science programmes for BBC radio and television over the last 15 years, from Wonders of the Solar System to The Planets.

Tickets for Brian Cox are on sale now.

Paul Smith - October 24

Paul Smith is hitting the road again with his brand-new tour HAPPY, following sold-out runs and viral success across the globe. Packed with outrageous audience interaction and stories pulled straight from real life, HAPPY is a show about finding joy in the chaos and laughter in the everyday.

Tickets for Paul Smith are on sale now.

The Strokes - October 25

For the first time ever, one of the biggest bands in the world, The Strokes, will be heading to Newcastle. American rockers The Strokes have been wowing audiences with their infectious hooks and post-punk influenced sound ever since breaking out in 2001 with Is This It.

Verified resale tickets for The Strokes are available on Ticketmaster and on AXS at the time of writing.

Paul Heaton - October 29

To celebrate the release of his brand new album 'Jeanius', Paul Heaton will be heading out on tour this autumn with guest singer Rianne Downey and special guests Lightning Seeds. The star will be performing a string of hits from across his illustrious career, including classics from his time in The Housemartins and The Beautiful South.

Tickets for Paul Heaton are on sale now.

Korn - October 30

Korn have pushed the limits of the rock, alternative and metal genres since the release of their self-titled debut album in 1994. The Californian band has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide, collected two Grammys, toured the world countless times, and set many records in the process.

Tickets for Korn are on sale now.

The Script - November 5

Following six UK number one albums and eight in their home of Ireland, the Script have now entered a new era by sharing their new single Man In The Arena - the first taste of their new album The User's Guide To Being Human' which follows in August this year. The new tour begins in Newcastle this November.

Tickets for The Script are on sale now.

Disney

The family favourite returns to Newcastle this winter, featuring world-class skating, stunning aerial performances and dazzling choreography inspired by some of Disney's most beloved stories. Fans can look forward to seeing an incredible cast of characters take to the ice, including Moana, Miguel, Captain Hook, Tinker Bell, Anna and Elsa, Woody and Jessie, among many others.

Tickets for Disney On Ice are on sale now via Ticketmaster and AXS.

Deep Purple - November 18

Celebrated for defining the sound of rock for more than five decades, Deep Purple will be joined on select dates by special guests Mammoth, formed and fronted by Wolfgang Van Halen, as well as UK rockers Jayler. Their 1970 classic Child in Time was reworked to soundtrack the trailer for the latest season of blockbuster series Stranger Things, introducing one of rock's most powerful songs to millions of new listeners.

Tickets for Deep Purple are on sale now.

Gladiators Live - November 21-22

Gladiators, ready! This adrenaline-fuelled two-hour arena event sees the legendary Gladiators storm back into the arena to face fearless contenders in a heart-pounding live adaptation of the smash-hit television phenomenon. Expect iconic fan-favourite events, breathtaking stunts, epic head-to-head battles and the unforgettable Eliminator finale.

Tickets for Gladiators Live are on sale now - and there's currently up to 50% off tickets in a summer sale deal.

Bill Bailey - December 5

Before streaming, before TV, before cinema, before even radio, there was Vaudeville - a celebration of comedy, songs, and multifarious skills. Bill Bailey returns with a show that celebrates this great tradition, as the versatile multi-instrumental, multi-lingual purveyor of humour and musical prowess.

Tickets for Bill Bailey are on sale now.

Ricky Gervais - December 10

Ricky Gervais has announced a stop at Utilita Arena Newcastle this December on his new Legend tour. The stand-up superstar's four previous tours Humanity, Supernature, Armageddon and Mortality all broke box office records and topped the Netflix charts upon release.

Tickets for Ricky Gervais have officially sold out, but it's worth keeping an eye on Ticketmaster in the event that official resale tickets become available closer to the time.

Culture Club - December 13

And finally, rounding off a year of epic entertainment at the Newcastle Utilita Arena are music icons Boy George and Culture Club. The Singles Tour will feature all the classic songs you want to hear, along with hit singles including Karma Chameleon, Do You Really Want To Hurt Me, Church of the Poison Mind and many more.

Tickets for Culture Club are on sale now.

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