Your guide to what's on in the North East this weekend

Your weekend starts here. Make the most of your time off with Bdaily's guide to what's on in the North East this weekend.

Friday 18 July

Pink Pass Pride Weekender | 18–20 July | from 4 pm | Rusty’s & Rusty’s Showbar, Newcastle
Join in all the fun of Northern Pride with a Pink Pass weekender ticket covering live entertainment and DJs across five venues, launching with a high-energy Friday night.
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The Groove Diggers | 18 July | 7 pm | Billy’s Bootleggers, Newcastle
Get down to funk and soul grooves as this live band kicks off the weekend in a cool, underground setting.
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Beat The Drum – Runrig Experience | 18 July | 8 pm | The Fire Station, Sunderland
A tribute to Celtic rock legends Runrig, delivering powerful singalongs and atmospheric bagpipe riffs.
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Saturday 19 July

Monument Festival | 19 July | 12 pm - 11 pm | Herrington Country Park, Sunderland
A one-day indie, rock and alternative festival at the iconic Penshaw Monument backdrop, headlined by Yard Act and The Fratellis.
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Lilylympics | 19 & 20 July | 10am - 7pm | Lilidorei at Alwnick Gardens
Little ones can compete in various games like axe throwing, Booger Ball and spoon races
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Aycliffe Bus Gala Open Day | 19 July | 10am - 3pm | Langton Business Centre, Newton Aycliffe
Celebrate heritage transport with vintage bus displays, ride-alongs, and family-friendly fun at the society’s summer gala.
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Northern Pride Festival | 19 July | 10 am–late | Times Square & city venues, Newcastle
Star-studded Pride Arena with drag acts, pop stars, cabaret and family zone. Headlines Pixie Lott and Gok Wan.
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The 11th Annual Cluny Duck Race | 11am with big race at 2pm | The Cluny Main Bar
The bad news is the ducks have sold out, but the good news is you can still watch 350 of them race at 2pm in aid of RSPCA.
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Bees' Needs walk | 10am - 4pm | Jarrow Hall
Celebrate Bees’ Needs Week at Jarrow Hall with wildflower planting, insect counting, bumblebee crafts and a giant honeycomb mural for all ages to enjoy.
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Sunday 20 July

Northern Pride Family Day | 20 July | 11 am–4 pm | NX Newcastle & city centre
Inclusive community celebration with crafts, live performances, workshops and a colourful family-friendly atmosphere.

Fossil Finders with Charlie the Clownfish | 20-26 July | Tynemouth Aquarium
Help Charlie with his Fossil Finder dig!
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Taskmaster | 19 & 20 July | 10am-5pm | Belsay Hall
English Heritage have partnered with TV’s Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks.
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Coming soon

England Women v India ODI | 22 July | 1 pm | Riverside Ground, Chester‑le‑Street
The final match of the series sees England Women take on India in a day‑night international, with food stalls and lively fan atmosphere.
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Ladies’ Day ft Bongos Bingo | 26 July | 12 pm–4 pm | High Gosforth Park Racecourse, Newcastle
Dazzle in style at the glamorous race-day event featuring live racing, fizz, fashion competitions and an after‑party bingo dance‑off.
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