What's On in Whitley Bay
Things to do in and around Whitley Bay: events, days out and family activities, with the practical details.
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Creedence Clearwater Review returns to Whitley Bay, 24 Oct
The CCR tribute band plays Playhouse Whitley Bay on Saturday 24 October, 7.30pm to 9.50pm, a year after its first date there. Running times, rules and booking.
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Whitley Bay Remembrance Sunday: 8 Nov, The Links, 3pm
Remembrance Sunday 2026 falls on 8 November. North Tyneside ran seven parades last year and Whitley Bay's was the 3pm one at The Links. No 2026 order yet.
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Whitley Bay Santa's Grotto: Dates, Prices, Elf Express
Spanish City's grotto only opens through a booked meal, from £18.50 a child. The Elf Express steam train at North Shields starts at £20.50 and is on sale now.
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Whitley Bay Halloween and Half Term: 24 Oct to 1 Nov
Schools break up on Friday 23 October. Tynemouth Park's pumpkin trail runs all nine days from £15, and the Phantom Flyer ghost train is 31 October from £7.
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Whitley Bay Film Festival: 18 Events, £7 to £18
The 2026 festival runs to 26 September at St Mary's Lighthouse, the Crescent Club and Jam Jar. Tickets are £7 to £18, and three events are sold out online.
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Whitley Bay Fireworks: Sunday 1 November, 7pm, Free
North Tyneside's display is on The Links on Sunday 1 November. Rides from 6pm, fireworks at 7pm, free entry, and the car parks stop charging at 6pm.
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North Shields Christmas Market: 5-6 December, Free
The market returns to Northumberland Square and Howard Street on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December. Around 70 stalls, free entry, and a 10am opening service.
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Whitley Bay Panto: Snow White, 4 Dec to 3 Jan
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs runs at the Playhouse from 4 December to 3 January, with Michelle Heaton and Theo Mayne. Times and prices are not published yet.
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Whitley Bay Christmas Lights: 15 November, £5 a Head
Spanish City switches on its 30ft tree at 5pm on Sunday 15 November. Entry £5, tickets online only, and free if you book a table in Trenchers or 1910 first.
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Whitley Bay Christmas Market: 20-22 Nov, £3 Advance
Spanish City's market runs 20 to 22 November, £3 booked online against £5 on the door. North Shields follows on 5 and 6 December, free, with roads closed.
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Things to Do in Whitley Bay: 10 Days Out, Prices Checked
Ten Whitley Bay days out with details checked on each venue's own site: Spanish City, a tidal lighthouse, £10 ice skating and a pay-what-you-like cinema.