Night-time in Newcastle Gateshead
Music Scene & Clubs
World-famous DJs play in award-winning underground clubs everyday of the week with anything from indie and dance to retro and house on the playlist. Newcastle Gateshead is known on the circuit as having the best atmosphere in the UK and people come from far and wide to sample it.
One of the best-known club nights is Shindig on Saturdays at Foundation where you’ll be sure to catch some of the biggest names. Or try World Headquarters offering a playlist of funk/hiphop and rare groove every Friday and Saturday night .
The city’s varied musical scene is legendary with venues ranging from snug back rooms in pubs to 11,000 seat Metro Radio Arena. Check out the live music events at venues such as the Jazz Café, the Salsa Club and Live Theatre. Bars such as the Black Swan, Head of Steam, The Cluny and both Universities are known for having a varied programme of live music events.
Northern Sinfonia has a number of unique events throughout the year. Their new home The Sage Gateshead, a fabulous Sir Norman Foster building, provides a focal point for all types of music, and look out for club night events.