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  • Saturdays and Sundays
    8am-5pm
  • Mondays to Fridays
    8am-6pm
  • Café 16
    Mon-Sat 10am-4pm
  • FREE ENTRY

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Newcastle Cathedral has a vibrant programme of concerts, organ recitals, exhibitions and activities throughout the year.

This page can be used to find events and special services taking place over the next 8-12 weeks. Please note that this calendar does not include all daily or weekly services.

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Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

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Awesome Silent Discos: October 2025

Family Silent Disco: October 2025

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

North East company Awesome Silent Discos presents another instalment of their hugely popular event at Newcastle Cathedral. Whichever session you choose, you can look forward to DJs 'battling it out' across multiple channels, festival face painters, and a fully stocked bar. Family Silent Disco, 1:30pm - 4pm Expect a lively mix of 90s and 00s,... Read more »

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Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL
Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

GIVE AS YOU FEEL
Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Small Sounds (Autumn 2025 term) – FREE Music Sessions for Ages 0-5

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Important – please read: Our Autumn 2025 sessions were originally scheduled and advertised for Thursday mornings. Due to changes in our session leaders’ availability, they will now take place on Tuesday mornings, starting Tuesday 9 September, 10:15–10:45am. We are contacting all existing Thursday attendees and hope you can join us on Tuesdays instead. --- Small... Read more »

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Family-Friendly Crib Service

Newcastle Cathedral St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF, United Kingdom, Newcastle, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom

Prepare for Christmas with an interactive Nativity experience where you’ll meet angels, shepherds and wise men, and join in singing your favourite carols. Please note: Due to its interactive nature, this service won’t be live-streamed – we look forward to welcoming you in person! “The angel said to them, ‘Do not be afraid; for see... Read more »

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