Fun Birthday Ideas In Newcastle

That time of year is creeping back around once again and you've gotta decide exactly how to celebrate. Are you thinking a big night out on the Toon? Cocktail-fuelled masterclass? Boozy brunch? Whether you're going all out or keeping things pared back, here's our pick of fun birthday ideas in Newcastle.

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Last updated on 3rd June 2025




Banyan Newcastle

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Looking for a sleek spot to celebrate your birthday in? Then head to banyan, a lively two-storey bar and restaurant that's situated just opposite Monument. Sink into plush velvet booths with your best mates, where you can sip on two-for-one cocktails every single night.

They also serve scrumptious international plates such as steak and ale pie, Thai red curry or Korean chicken burgers. Plus, you can enjoy both bottomless brunches and dinners here, starting from £36.95 per person.

NQ64 Newcastle

If you've got a birthday coming up and are looking to get your mates together to do something fun then head to NQ64 Newcastle, the graffiti-adorned playground that boasts 31 retro arcade games to get stuck into. Aesthetically cool and forming neon decor, it makes a great Instagram photo, too. Try out classics like Guitar Hero and Time Crisis, then refresh with themed cocktail such as the gin and Aperol-based Metropolis. 

Old Skool Bingo

Celebrate your next birthday with a bang at Old Skool Bingo in Newcastle. Forget traditional birthday plans and join in the fun with R&B-inspired bingo rounds, dance-offs, and surprise prizes.

The 90s and 2000s vibes will get everyone on the dance floor, and the hilarious challenges will have everyone in stitches. Gather your friends, grab a drink, and enjoy an unforgettable night at one of the quirkiest birthday ideas in Newcastle. Book your spot for an epic birthday bash today.

🦩 Flamingo Fridays 🦩

@ Slug and Lettuce Newcastle Central on Friday 13th June 2025 and 4 other Fridays

Get ready, Newcastle, as Flamingo Fridays at Slug & Lettuce is your new weekly obsession. Every Friday, step into a world of pink neon, party anthems, and crowd-pleasing performances from the best local talent around.

With cocktails flowing and classics blasting, it's the perfect start to your weekend plans - whether you're out for a birthday, a big catch-up, or just a reason to sing your heart out. Flamingo Fridays isn't just a night out, it's a whole mood.

Point Blank Shooting Newcastle

Looking to throw a birthday bash that hits the mark? Point Blank Shooting Newcastle delivers the ultimate party upgrade with top-shelf cocktails, a loaded snack menu, and the UK's first-ever replica shooting experience. Get the squad together and step into your own private digital range - comfy booths, cutting-edge laser tech, and wild games that test your reflexes, aim, and nerve.

From saving the world in a zombie apocalypse to taking down targets with sniper precision, there's no better way to celebrate another trip around the sun. Add cocktails, competition, and a leaderboard waiting to be smoked, and you've got a birthday that's loud, proud, and totally unforgettable.

The Head of Steam Quayside

If you love gaming and craft beer, then The Head of Steam Quayside is a great shout for you. They've got pool tables, shuffleboard, foosball and retro arcades, alongside a huge selection of drinks and an impressive menu that's 50% vegan.

ChaChaBuchi / Howlers / The Social Bar & Club

From late nights fuelled by tequila at Verano and a ball pit in Howlers to cocktail classes with La Fee, these diverse venues have really got something for everyone. Book your spot to be treated to cocktails, pizza and plenty of fun.

They also host their Bottomless Bonkers Ball on Fridays and Saturdays, where drag queen hosts promise lip-syncing, sing-along karaoke, bingo and much more. Plus, you'll get to enjoy 90 minutes of free-flowing drinks and free access to their afterparty.

Slug and Lettuce Newcastle Quayside

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With venues on the Quayside and in the city centre, Slug and Lettuce is a buzzing party bar that promises some seriously Instagrammable interiors. Think pretty floral displays, quirky neo =n signs and plush booth seating, with a vibrant atmosphere at all times.

They offer two-for-one cocktails every single day, with all sorts of creative concoctions to choose from. You can pair these with tasty bites like halloumi fries, fish and chips or juicy burgers, and they even do bottomless brunches too.

YO!

If you're a real sushi lover, then we can't think of anything better for your birthday than YO!'s Sushi School. You'll get to create everything from cucumber maki to salmon nigiri and a few more complex ones like the crunchy Cali roll. Then you get to gobble them up.