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Christmas Events in Newcastle

Start planning out your festive day out in Newcastle. See our upcoming Christmas events and activitivities for families and couples.

Santa sat looking up in Life Science Centre's planetarium portrait

Little ones can join Santa and enjoy an exciting festive show in the Planetarium as part of a unique Christmas event. They can also have a spin on our popular open-air ice rink, open now until 4 January 2026.

This winter, enjoy magical experiences that you won’t find anywhere else in Newcastle!

Brother and sister on Life's ice rink over the festive period with santa hats.

Pre-book some festive fun at Life!

Overhead photo of Life Science Centre's outdoor icerink with skaters in Newcastle.
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Ice Skating
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Saturday 8 November 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026
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Person wearing ear defenders and reindeer antlers on Newcastle's outdoor ice rink.
On now
Ice Skating – Relaxed Sessions
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Various Sundays available
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Santa and elf doing a light refraction experiment at Newcastle's Life Science Centre.
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The Santa Experience
Special ticketed event
Perfect for children aged 3 to 10
Saturday 22 November – Tuesday 23 December 2025
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Santa and Elf doing festive science experiment in Santa's grotto at Life Science Centre.
Sold out
The Santa Experience – Relaxed Sessions
Special ticketed event
Perfect for children aged 3 to 10
Various dates available
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Three young female girls dressed in winter clothing on Newcastle's outdoor ice rink, with mother. All smiling and looking at one another
Coming soon
Skate Like a K-pop Star
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Sunday 30 November 2025, various times
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Adults sat in Life Science Centre's huge planetarium, looking up to watch Live Skies Show.
Coming soon
Live Skies in the Planetarium: December Show
Special ticketed event
Adults (18+)
Tuesday 2 December, 6:30pm – 7:15pm
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Adults looking up to watch Queen planetarium show at Life Science Centre.
Coming soon
Queen Heaven 360° December immersive dome show
Special ticketed event
13+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
Monday 8 December 2025, 6:30pm – 8:00pm
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Three women on ice rink in winter clothing laughing and talking.
Coming soon
Ice Skating on Christmas Eve
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Wednesday 24 December 2025
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Women Wearing Cowgirl Hats During Taylor Swift Night At Newcastle's Outdoor Ice Rink
Coming soon
Skate it Off!
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Sunday 28 December 2025, various times
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Over the winter period we’ll have lots of festive fun for families including a live science show and special making activities. Tickets are now on sale for the winter months.

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Make a day of it and visit the science centre!

Two children with the assistance of Explainer enjoying a festive craft making activity inside the science centre.

If you’re organising a festive night out with the office, planning a team celebration, or searching for a unique space to toast the season, Life Science Centre is a great Christmas party venue in Newcastle.

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Christmas party ideas

Two women dressed in winter clothing smiling whilst taking a selfie on mobile on Newcastle's outdoor ice rink.