Let’s be honest for a moment - we could all do with a bit of a distraction right now, or something to look forward to that could put a smile on our faces.
So in light of putting some more cheer in the Northeast of England, we’ve taken a look at 15 events coming up before the end of 2024 to provide a welcome distraction from everything, and a welcome distraction for the school holidays in many respects too.
From the adrenaline fuelled, white knuckle experience of seeing the Circus Extreme taking over Nuns Moor in Newcastle to a night of clairvoyance in Carlisle, there looks to be a little something for everyone in the Northeast - even those who missed out on Slipknot tickets.
Many of the shows available are on sale through ticketing outlets such as Ticketmaster, See Tickets and TicketWeb; so if you find an event from our picks, don’t delay and grab one before it’s too late.
5. Queenz: Drag Me To The Disco
Queenz are backwith a brand new show, ready to drag you to the dancefloor! Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag extravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime at the Playhouse Whitley Bay on September 23 2024. | Queenz
6. Clinton Baptiste
The Psychic character brings his show "Roller Ghoster!" to the ARC Stockton Arts Centre on September 12 and 13 2024, Witham Barnard Castle on October 4 2024, The Fire Station in Sunderland on October 5 2024 and Queens Hall in Hexham on October 6 20254... but Clinton knew you'd be coming already... | submit
7. Paul Foot
Comedian Paul Foot makes his welcome return to The Stand in Newcastle on October 5 2024, with his show Dissolve described as "(...)breaking new ground as a comedian and as a person. Never has he been so vulnerable, honest and happy. You may ask yourself what his secret is, but you will have to hear it from the man himself." | Paul Foot
8. The Lancashire Hotpots
Making their way across the border from the North West of England, folk group The Lancashire Hotpots look to have a singalong with those attending their show at Cluny 2 in Newcastle on October 12 2024. "Chippy Tea" optional. | Steven Bennett