What's On in Newcastle This Weekend

Korn — One of the defining bands of the nu-metal era rolls into Utilita Arena Newcastle tonight, and this is the kind of show that rattles your ribcage and stays with you for years. Korn have lost none of their ferocity, and a packed arena on Halloween weekend is absolutely the right setting for their singular, churning sound. Doors at 6:00pm — check the website for tickets before they're gone.

Halloween In Concert — John Carpenter's Halloween, screened live with a full orchestra performing the iconic score — on actual Halloween weekend. The O2 City Hall Newcastle is a gorgeous setting for this spine-tingling experience, which turns a classic horror film into something genuinely theatrical and unforgettable. Doors at 6:30pm; check the website for pricing and availability.

The Tamla All Stars — For a quid or two you can step into a world of Motown gold at Billy Bootleggers, where The Tamla All Stars bring the warmth and swing of the classic Tamla sound to one of Newcastle's most characterful little venues. It kicks off at 6:30pm and is the kind of low-key, high-joy evening that reminds you the best nights don't always cost a fortune. Grab a drink, find a spot, and let the groove do the rest.

Toxic Trio - Type of Negative + Pantera AD + Robbed Zombie — Three of the finest tribute acts in the heavy world — honouring Type O Negative, Pantera, and Rob Zombie respectively — descend on The Cluny for what promises to be a Halloween night of dark, gloriously heavy theatre. The Cluny is a beloved Newcastle institution with a sound system and intimacy that makes every gig feel special, and this triple-header is a treat for metal fans of any stripe. Doors at 7:00pm; check the website for tickets.

LABEL31: GROOVE TO THE GRAVE vol.2 — Up on the Top Floor at 13 Bigg Market, LABEL31 are throwing their second Groove to the Grave session — a Halloween-themed club night that promises serious dancefloor energy for the price of a pint or two, from just £7. Starting at 7:00pm, it's an early enough entry point to warm up before the rest of the night unfolds, and the intimate venue means every beat hits that little bit harder. Perfect for those who like their Halloween with more groove than gore.

Tropiloco - The Haunted Warehouse! | 3000+ People | @ Digital — Digital Newcastle is one of the finest club spaces in the country, and Tropiloco are taking over with a full-scale Haunted Warehouse Halloween spectacular for over 3,000 people. From £8 at the door from 9:00pm, this is the kind of massive, immersive night out that the city does better than almost anywhere — expect production, passion, and a dancefloor that doesn't let up until the small hours. Dress up, show up, and lose yourself.

LITTLE ZOMBILLYS - FREE Halloween Party For All The Family!! — Billy Bootleggers throws open its doors at 12:00pm for a completely free Halloween bash aimed squarely at the mini monsters in your life. It is the kind of generous, community-spirited event that makes you proud of your city — festive, chaotic in the best possible way, and it will not cost you a penny. Check the website for details and get there early before the zombies take over.

Rocky Horror Halloween Bottomless Brunch with Drag Stars! — Starting at 12:00pm at The Rebel Yell Newcastle, this is precisely the kind of Saturday afternoon that turns into a legendary story. Bottomless drinks, full-on Rocky Horror energy, and drag stars bringing the glamour — all for between nothing and £40 depending on your package. If you have ever wanted to do the Time Warp with a Bloody Mary in hand, this is your moment.

DIGITAL Presents Halloween: Mella Dee, Anil Aras, Niva — An outdoor daytime rave at Ouseburn Garden kicking off at 1:00pm — yes, you read that right, outdoor techno in Halloween season, and it sounds absolutely brilliant for it. Mella Dee is one of the most exciting names in UK electronic music right now, and with Anil Aras and Niva alongside him, this lineup has serious credentials. Tickets are £15–£28 and this one will sell out, so do not sit on it.

ELVANA: ELVIS FRONTED NIRVANA - NEWCASTLE - ANARCHY BREWERY — The concept alone deserves a standing ovation: Elvis Presley fronting Nirvana, live at Anarchy Brew Co from 7:00pm. Elvana have been pulling off this gloriously absurd crossover for years and the live show is reportedly as joyful and unhinged as it sounds — check the website for ticket details. Pair it with a craft beer from the venue and you have got yourself one of the great Halloween nights.

HALLOWEEN: Enzo Siragusa, Dr Banana, bullet tooth, PACH., LILI — NX Newcastle becomes the city's premier Halloween dancefloor from 8:00pm as Enzo Siragusa — a genuine titan of underground house and techno — headlines a stacked bill. At £18–£32 this is serious clubbing for people who care deeply about what is coming out of the speakers, and NX's sound system will make sure you feel every single note. This is the one the seasoned ravers will be queuing for.

Big Fat Rave: Halloween 2026 / Warehouse Sessions — Warehouse 34 hosts the Big Fat Rave from 8:00pm in what promises to be a sweaty, euphoric, stripped-back celebration of everything that makes a proper warehouse night great. At £10–£20 it is one of the more accessible big nights of the evening, and the Warehouse Sessions series has built a loyal following for consistently delivering the goods. Dress up, show up, and lose yourself.

Shorty Sundays | NQ64 Newcastle — NQ64 throws open its doors for the little ones at 11:00am, transforming its vault of classic arcade machines and retro games into a wonderland that is absolutely built for small hands and big imaginations. It is the kind of Sunday morning that keeps kids talking for weeks — and quietly delights the parents who grew up on these very games. Check the website for prices and booking details before you head in.

Hoedown Sundays | Cowgirls And Country — Pull on your boots and get ready to stomp, because Cowgirls And Country is serving up a full-on hoedown from 2:00pm and it promises to be an afternoon of infectious, foot-stomping country energy. At £40 this is a proper event with commitment — think line dancing, big hats, and the kind of communal joy that makes a grey November afternoon feel like a barn on a warm summer night. Grab your crew and saddle up.

The March Violets - Unnatural History Tour Pt2 — Goth royalty the March Violets roll into The Cluny at 7:00pm for the second leg of their Unnatural History Tour, and if you were there for part one you already know how good this is going to be. Emerging from the Leeds post-punk scene in the early eighties, their music is all swirling atmosphere, dark romance, and undeniable hooks — perfect for a November night in one of Newcastle's finest intimate venues. Check the website for ticket availability before they sell out.

Pink Moon Rising - A Nick Drake Tribute by Alex Lewis — Just next door at The Cluny 2 from 7:30pm, Alex Lewis offers a quietly stunning tribute to the late, great Nick Drake — one of British folk music's most fragile and beautiful voices. This is an evening for sitting close, letting the candlelit warmth of the room wash over you, and rediscovering songs like Pink Moon and River Man played with genuine care and reverence. Check the website for tickets and treat yourself to something genuinely moving.

BILLY'S SMASH HITS - 80s & 90s Party Every Sunday — Billy Bootleggers closes the weekend with an absolute banger from 8:00pm as the Smash Hits party fills the room with the greatest pop and dance floor anthems of the eighties and nineties. This is the kind of night where strangers become friends over a shared passion for Shania, Blur, and Whitney — sweaty, loud, joyful, and completely unapologetic about it. Check the website for details and make sure you have a good pair of dancing shoes.