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North Shields 800 Celebration Parade

Friday 12 December 2025
18:00 20:00

North Shields town centre and Fish Quay (map)

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North Shields 800 Celebration Parade

Grand Finale of the 2025 Anniversary Year

Friday 12 December 6pm – 7.30pm

Starts at Northumberland Square

Procession via Howard Street and Riverside Embankment Walkway

Finishes at Western Quay

Spark! LED drummers leading a spectacular illuminated parade
Art, movement and music from community groups
Projection art lighting up landmark buildings
Live music stage at Western Quay
Carnival atmosphere for all ages
Accessible route throughout
Free event – no booking required
Funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund with thanks to National Lottery players, North East Combined Authority and North Tyneside Council.
Art, movement and music workshops for community groups, culminating in the finale event of North Shields 800

Local community groups are invited to join free creative sessions led by our Community Artist, as well as movement and music workshops run by The Creative Seed, as part of the North Shields 800 celebrations.

Together, we’ll explore the town’s past, present, and future through hands-on making, conversation, and shared ideas.

During the workshops, you’ll help create artwork and performance elements that will be showcased in the 12th December community procession, the grand finale of our anniversary year.

Groups who take part will also be invited to join the procession, carrying, displaying, or performing the pieces you’ve helped to create.

No previous art, music, or dance experience is needed - just enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved.

Workshops will run this autumn at accessible venues across North Shields, and everything you create will become part of the town’s year-long anniversary programme.

Event Schedule:

5.30pm – Choir & Dance Performances At the Registry Office, enjoy uplifting performances from local choirs and dance groups to set the tone for the evening.
5.50pm – SPARK! Kick Things Off Northumberland Square comes alive with the high-energy, illuminated drummers of SPARK! — a favourite with audiences of all ages.
6.00pm – Parade Begins The vibrant procession sets off down Howard Street, featuring dazzling costumes, community groups, and live music.
6.30pm – Parade Continues The spectacle moves down the walkway towards the Fish Quay, with more surprises along the route.
7.00–8.00pm – Live Performances The Fish Quay hosts a finale of live music and entertainment to round off the evening in style.
5.00–6.45pm – Kroc Klub Disco Outside Salt Market Social, dance along to family-friendly tunes and festive beats.
5.30–8.00pm – Projection Shows Stunning visual displays will be projected onto the Registry Office and the Old Ice Factory, celebrating the town’s heritage and community.