Start planning out your festive day out in Newcastle. See our upcoming Christmas events and activitivities for families and couples.
Christmas Events in Newcastle
This winter, enjoy magical experiences that you won’t find anywhere else in Newcastle!
Little ones can join Santa and enjoy an exciting festive show in the Planetarium as part of a unique Christmas event. Plus, our popular open-air ice rink returns in November.
This winter, enjoy magical experiences that you won’t find anywhere else in Newcastle!
Pre-book some festive fun at Life!
On now
Festive Skies: Planetarium Show
Included in science centre ticket
Age 7+ recommendation
Set aside about 20 minutes
On now
Ice Skating – £10 tickets for opening weekend
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Saturday 8 November and Sunday 9 November only
On now
Ice Skating
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Saturday 8 November 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026
Coming soon
Noughties Night on Ice
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Friday 14 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
Skate it Off!
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Saturday 15 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
Ice Skating – Relaxed Sessions
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Various Sundays available
Coming soon
Skate and sing – Karaoke on ice!
Special ticketed event.
For all ages
Wednesday 19 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
Seventeen Going Skating
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Thursday 20 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
The Santa Experience
Special ticketed event
Perfect for children aged 3 to 10
Saturday 22 November – Tuesday 23 December 2025
Coming soon
Be our Guest: Musicals Night on Ice
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Sunday 23 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
Lady Gaga Little Monsters Skate
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Thursday 27 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
Wicked Skating Night
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Friday 28 November 2025, various times
Coming soon
Skate Like a K-pop Star
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Sunday 30 November 2025, various times
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
Coming soon
Ice Skating on Christmas Eve
Special ticketed event
For all ages
Wednesday 24 December 2025
Make a day of it and visit the science centre!
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.
Make a day of it and visit the science centre!
Looking for a unique Christmas pressie?
Buy science centre gift vouchers or annual membership to Life!
Call the bookings team: (0191) 243 8223. Mon – Fri, 9:00am – 5:00pm
Christmas party ideas
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.
Christmas party ideas
