North of the Tyne, Under the Stars

A series of spellbinding outdoor events, blending spectacular projection, fire and music with a sprinkling of magic. Inspired by local stories and landscapes from across Newcastle, Northumberland and North Tyneside.

  • Crowd standing in front of the brightly lit Story-Weaver

    Magical Events Across the Region

    The Story-Weaver visited Blyth, North Shields, Wallsend, Byker, Fenham and Hexham on her quest, before gathering up all of the ingredients she had collected and weaving them into a magical festival finale in Newcastle City Centre.

  • Light installation projected on to the Civic Centre, Newcastle

    Festival Finale

    40,000 visitors to Newcastle City Centre were inspired by the legends and landscapes of the North of Tyne region, and the six installations that took visitors on a journey through the history and culture of the North East

“The most beautiful, captivating, enchanting experience I have felt for a long time. Beautiful score, visual effects; sound, light and colour... I want to stay lost in that moment forever.”

“It was all spectacular and beautiful. I was mesmerised and moved to tears by Hyem. A wonderful tribute to our region showing all we have to offer, wonderful heritage and powerful future.”

“I and my friends were SO impressed by the ingenuity and care in your presentation... I could have spent a week rather than one night soaking in the splendour!”

North of the Tyne, Under the Stars was produced by Pinwheel and DAT Events, commissioned by North of Tyne Combined Authority. The Festival Finale was supported by Newcastle City Council.