February is here, bringing love and celebration to Newcastle! From Valentine’s Day specials to honouring LGBT+ History Month, there’s something to spark your heart and mind. Whether you’re a romantic, an ally, or simply looking for unforgettable experiences, these Top Events in Newcastle will make your February one to remember!
Fun and Romantic Valentine’s Day - 14 February
Feeling bored with the same old dinner date on Valentine’s Day? Don’t worry, because Newcastle has plenty of fun activities to spice things up! Try your hand at a Valentine’s Throwing Pottery Workshop, enjoy a magical Bruno Mars Tribute Candlelight Concert, or get creative at a Bento Cake Decorating Class.
And if you’re still searching for that special someone, don’t miss the Valentine’s Blind Date event! It might just be your lucky night.
Discover Newcastle’s Japanese Pancake Haven
Got a sweet tooth? Time for a pancake adventure with friends at Fluffy Fluffy in Newcastle! Newly opened, this cosy spot serves up the fluffiest Japanese pancakes, with a choice of sweet pistachio or savoury tamago.
Or, you can visit Soufflé Baby for their famous crème brûlée pancakes or indulge in their delicious brown sugar pancakes! This is a delicious and fluffy experience you don’t want to miss.
Postgraduate Open Day at Newcastle University - Wednesday 5 February 2025
Curious about postgraduate life? Join Newcastle University’s Postgraduate Open Day this February! Meet subject specialists to explore your study options, attend in-depth talks about Masters and PhD life, and get tips on applications and personal statements.
Join Q&A sessions with current students, visit subject stands in the faculty centre, and chat to staff from accommodation, careers and more. Plus, take a guided campus tour and experience a vibrant and supportive postgraduate community. It’s time to take the leap and supercharge your career with a postgraduate degree!
Celebrate LGBT History Month
As LGBT History Month, it’s the perfect time to reflect, honour the trailblazers, and keep pushing for equality and love. This month in Newcastle, dive into the excitement with Fabulous: Queer Icons of the North East with Richard Bliss on February 6, where you’ll discover the legendary queer figures who’ve shaped the region’s culture and history.
For a night full of creativity and community, don’t miss the Tyne Queer Open Mic on February 8th, where local performers take the stage to share their voices through music, poetry, and stories in a fun, inclusive space! It’s a month to learn, celebrate, and have a blast!
Silent Disco - 22 February
Who doesn’t love a party? But have you ever experienced a Silent Disco? Get ready for something totally unique at Newcastle Cathedral on February 22, 2025!
Awesome Silent Disco is bringing the party to this stunning venue with a series of electrifying sessions. Kick off the fun with a Family Silent Disco Party from 12:30 to 15:00, filled with 90s and 2000s hits, modern jams, and kids' party classics. Then, let loose at the adult sessions, from 18:30 to 21:00 PM for the Session 1 and Session 2 from 21:30 PM to midnight. Featuring three DJs, amazing lighting, face painters, and a bar, it’s sure to be a night to remember!
National Stottie Cake Week - 24 February - 1 March
Taking place from February 24 to March 1, 2025, let’s celebrates the second National Stottie Cake Week, a traditional Geordie bread.
The week features a variety of fun, stottie-themed activities, including baking sessions, poetry, and creative writing, along with opportunities to purchase Scotty the Stottie merchandise. It’s a time to embrace Newcastle’s food culture and community spirit!
By Brigita Diva, an MSc Sustainability Management student and Student Content Creator