Located in the heart of Newcastle, the Utilita Arena is one of the North East’s top venues for live music. With a capacity of over 11,000, it’s perfectly suited to hosting everything from global superstars to rising talent. Whether you're into rock, pop, hip-hop, or electronic, there's something on the calendar for every kind of music fan.
In 2025, the arena is set to welcome some of the biggest names in the industry, delivering a line-up packed with high-energy performances and unforgettable moments. From chart-topping tours to one-night-only events, the Utilita Arena remains a cornerstone of Newcastle’s vibrant live music scene, drawing thousands of fans from across the region and beyond.
🎤 Tom Grennan
📅 18th September 2025
Tom Grennan returns to the stage with his upcoming fourth album, Everywhere I Went, Led Me to Where I Didn’t Want to Be, dropping on 15 August 2025. Known for his explosive energy and powerhouse vocals, Grennan commands the stage with magnetic presence. His concerts are a blend of fan favourites, radio hits, and brand-new material — all delivered with an intensity that keeps the crowd fully immersed from start to finish.
🎸 Deacon Blue
📅 6th October 2025
With twelve UK Top 40 singles and two number one albums in both the UK and their native Scotland, Deacon Blue have cemented their legacy in British pop-rock history. Their eleventh album, The Great Western Road, released in March 2025, reflects on their journey from the 1980s to today. Lead single “Late 88” brings a nostalgic flair that long-time fans will love. Live, the band delivers emotionally charged performances with powerful vocals from Lorraine McIntosh and a warm, communal atmosphere. Acoustic country-tinged versions of classics often make a surprise appearance in their dynamic setlists.
🎶 The Kooks
📅 9th October 2025
Indie pop icons The Kooks continue to evolve, blending their signature sound with influences from funk, reggae rock, hip-hop, and ska. Their shows are upbeat, energetic, and full of feel-good vibes — striking a balance between throwback favourites like “She Moves In Her Own Way” and “Bad Habit” and newer material that reflects their creative growth. With a devoted fanbase and a stage presence that never fails to deliver, this show promises nostalgia and discovery in equal measure.
🎤 JLS
📅 8th November 2025
JLS are back with their signature mix of slick choreography, soaring vocals, and non-stop energy. Since hitting number one with their debut singles “Beat Again" and "Everybody In Love", the group has remained a fan favourite in the UK pop scene. Their live shows celebrate the band’s journey, blending uptempo hits with more intimate tracks — often accompanied by a nostalgic video montage. For fans new and old, a JLS concert is a joyful, high-energy throwback with a fresh edge.
🎶 Bastille
📅 12th November 2025
Bastille is an English indie pop band known for their dynamic sound and emotive storytelling. In 2024, they released a concept album titled &, a deeply personal collection inspired by historical narratives and featuring stripped-back acoustic tracks written by frontman Dan Smith. Despite performing in large venues, Bastille consistently cultivates an intimate concert atmosphere through their compelling stage presence and genuine connection with the audience. Their live sets blend crowd-favorite hits like Pompeii with fresh material, weaving in elements from their early experimental mixtapes and recent releases. The band also elevates their performances with distinctive visual motifs—such as vintage lamps or old televisions projecting bespoke artwork—that add a unique and immersive dimension to the experience.
🎤 5ive
📅 14th and 26th November 2025
5ive are back and ready to hit the stage once again with their highly anticipated Keep On Movin’ 2025 Tour. This reunion marks a celebration of friendship, reconnection, and the timeless bond that brought the band together. Known for their nostalgic throwbacks to the late ’90s and early 2000s, 5ive’s concerts are packed with high-energy performances, infectious dance anthems, and crowd-fueled excitement. Expect a night of feel-good vibes, classic hits, and plenty of throwback moves that will have everyone dancing like it’s 1999.
🎸 The Offspring
📅 15th November 2025
The Offspring, one of America’s most iconic rock bands, have carved out a legendary career with 11 studio albums and over 40 million records sold worldwide—securing their place as one of the best-selling punk rock acts of all time. Renowned for their electrifying live shows, The Offspring deliver relentless energy on stage, with band members fully immersed in the crowd experience. Their concerts are a sensory explosion, featuring intense visual effects like flames, gritty animations, strobe lights, and smoke that elevate the atmosphere. Fans can expect a powerful mix of their biggest hits alongside fresh new tracks, keeping every setlist vibrant and unpredictable.
🎶 Mumford and Sons
📅 29th November 2025
Mumford & Sons, the renowned British folk-rock band, returned in March with RUSHMERE—their first studio album in seven years. Celebrated for their powerful live performances, the band creates a vibrant and immersive concert experience, where fans sing and dance along to both timeless favourites and fresh new tracks. Their rich vocal harmonies remain a defining feature of their sound, adding emotional depth to every performance. Setlists are thoughtfully crafted, blending high-energy anthems with more introspective, slow-burning songs, offering a dynamic and unforgettable live show.
🎶 The Wombats
📅 5th December 2025
The Wombats are a British indie rock band who’ve been lighting up stages for years, and their fifth album, Fix Yourself, Not the World, marked a huge milestone - it became their first No. 1 on the UK album charts just a week after its release. Their live shows are where they really shine. Known for their non-stop energy, The Wombats put on performances that are as visually striking as they are musically tight. Big screen visuals and creative lighting give the whole show an extra layer of fun, perfectly matching the energy of their songs. They always ensure to include the crowd - whether it’s singalongs, jumping around, or just feeling the good vibes, it always feels like you're part of something bigger. It’s not just a concert, it’s a full-on shared experience with thousands of other fans all having the time of their lives.
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