Gosforth Civic Theatre raises a glass to 10 years with Beer Festival
Three-day festival of craft beer, live music and street food forms part of the venue's anniversary celebrations
A decade after opening its doors, Gosforth Civic Theatre (GCT) is inviting the community to celebrate one of its best-loved annual traditions as its Beer Festival returns for a special anniversary edition.
Running from July 31 to August 2, the three-day event will combine craft beer, live music, street food and family activities as part of the venue’s 10th birthday celebrations.
More than 30 guest beers will be available across 20 keg and 10 cask taps, alongside wine, spirits, soft drinks and low and no-alcohol options. Food will come from local favourites including Hizzys Pizza and Meat:Stack, while GCT’s own kitchen will also be serving throughout the weekend.
The entertainment programme reflects the venue’s broad community appeal.
Friday’s opening night will feature jazz-funk fusion band TWIG, while Saturday welcomes returning favourites Jamagotchi alongside North East funk and soul outfit Phantom Bagman. Sunday’s line-up includes Northumbrian indie-folk band The Early Purple, with a retro gaming pop-up and children’s craft activities helping to round off the weekend.
The festival has become a regular fixture in Gosforth Civic Theatre’s calendar since the venue opened in 2016, reflecting its evolution from a performing arts space into a wider community hub.
Rob Huggins, chief executive of Gosforth Civic Theatre, said: “It’s particularly special to be welcoming visitors to our Beer Festival in 2026 as we celebrate Gosforth Civic Theatre’s tenth anniversary.
“Over the past decade we’ve become a place that people choose to come to for great events, great food and drink, and a warm welcome. We’re incredibly proud that so many people have made GCT part of their lives, and the Beer Festival is a brilliant way to celebrate everything the venue has become.
“Every entry fee and pint bought helps support GCT, making it possible for us to continue to grow what we’ve built over the last ten years.”
Adult tickets cost £8 (kids go free) on the door, including a commemorative pint glass and entry for the whole weekend, with proceeds helping to support the theatre’s ongoing programme of community and cultural activity.
For more details, visit the Gosforth Civic Theatre website.