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Christmas has well and truly arrived in Newcastle with the Fenwick Christmas Window open and street lights on. There's so much to do in the city and across the North East at this time of the year.
Everyone has their annual traditions but it's important to live life on the edge and try something new every year. As a Christmas fan, I tend to do much of the same stuff in Newcastle each festive season but am hoping to branch out in 2022.
From the iconic city centre displays to sporting activities you may not think about and a journey into Northumberland, here are the 10 activities that I can't wait to do in Newcastle this Christmas season.
These are, of course, just what's on my radar. I've not even mentioned the upcoming visit from the Coca-Cola Christmas Truck, which I loved in 2021, and the Polar Express Experience, which looks to have been the hottest ticket in town.
Have a scroll through the gallery below to see what to do in Newcastle this Christmas.
5. parkrun
Being a bit of a running geek, I always look forward to Christmas Day parkrun. Whether you walk or run, the special Christmas events always come with a great sense of community and start the big day off well. I’m eyeing up Saltwell Park for the 25th. | -
6. Visit the Alnwick Garden
I’ve heard so much about the light trail at the Alnwick Garden. I’ve never visited before and it’s at the top of my list for 2022. | mrallen - stock.adobe.com Photo: Adobe Stock
7. Catch Leona Lewis in Newcastle
Leona Lewis’ ‘One More Sleep’ is an absolute Christmas banger. I’m hoping to see it live when she comes to the O2 City Hall on Tuesday, December 5. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
8. Visit the Lazy Bear tipi
I’ve walked out of Newcastle station a few times recently and seen a buzz around the pop-up Lazy Bear tipi. It looks super festive and I’m keen to swing by for some Christmas tipple. | Jac Media