What's On in Newcastle
Monday 02 November 2026 · This weekend · City guide
November is here, and Newcastle is wasting absolutely no time in making Monday feel like anything but a Monday. From provocative performance art to soulful guitar mastery, the city has two very different but equally compelling reasons to get off the sofa tonight and into the thick of it.
Highlights
Wankernomics:Show_v4.1_Final_USETHIS — With a title that practically dares you to look it up, this show at the O2 City Hall promises to be one of those genuinely singular nights that people talk about for months afterwards. Expect something bold, satirical, and deliciously unconventional — the kind of arts experience that challenges as much as it entertains. Doors open at 6:30pm, so get there early, embrace the chaos, and check the website for pricing and any last-minute details.
Ben Poole — If blues-soaked, emotionally charged guitar playing is your thing, Ben Poole at the intimate Cluny 2 is not to be missed — this man plays with a ferocity and feeling that will stop you mid-sip and make you forget what you were talking about. The Cluny 2 is one of Newcastle's most beloved small venues, with a warmth and closeness that makes every performance feel like a private gig. Kick-off is at 7:30pm, and tickets are available via the website, so snap one up before they go.