Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival
Thu 19 Nov · 18:30
Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil
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Books on Tyne 2026 will run at Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil in Newcastle from 19 to 28 November 2026. The festival marks its 14th year with various performances and talks. Admission is free or costs up to £20.00.
Thursday 19th November to Saturday 28th November at City Library and The Lit & Phil.
For the 14th year, Newcastle Libraries and the Lit & Phil have come together to present Books on Tyne 2026. Offering a wide range of events and authors, focusing on subjects as diverse as smells, anger and The Smiths, our festival continues to celebrate the written word. There will be plenty to choose from, with fiction, non-fiction and poetry all represented. For those of you who like drama, we also offer a performance of the seasonal favourite A Christmas Carol. And this year, for the first time, we have handed over a full day to the science fiction genre. We hope you will find something for you to enjoy in our programme.
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Frequently asked questions
Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival takes place on Thursday, 19 November 2026 at 18:30. The event runs until Saturday, 28 November 2026.
Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival is held at Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil in Newcastle upon Tyne (33 New bridge Street, Newcastle, NE1 8AX).
Tickets for Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival range from £0 to £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival
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Books on Tyne 2026 will run at Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil in Newcastle from 19 to 28 November 2026. The festival marks its 14th year with various performances and talks. Admission is free or costs up to £20.00.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Thursday 19th November to Saturday 28th November at City Library and The Lit & Phil.
For the 14th year, Newcastle Libraries and the Lit & Phil have come together to present Books on Tyne 2026. Offering a wide range of events and authors, focusing on subjects as diverse as smells, anger and The Smiths, our festival continues to celebrate the written word. There will be plenty to choose from, with fiction, non-fiction and poetry all represented. For those of you who like drama, we also offer a performance of the seasonal favourite A Christmas Carol. And this year, for the first time, we have handed over a full day to the science fiction genre. We hope you will find something for you to enjoy in our programme.
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Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil33 New bridge Street, Newcastle, NE1 8AX
Monument, Newcastle upon Tyne
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When is Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival?
Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival takes place on Thursday, 19 November 2026 at 18:30. The event runs until Saturday, 28 November 2026.
Where is Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival taking place?
Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival is held at Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil in Newcastle upon Tyne (33 New bridge Street, Newcastle, NE1 8AX).
How much are tickets for Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival?
Tickets for Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival range from £0 to £20. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Is there anywhere to stay near Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Newcastle City Library and the Lit & Phil can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival?
Tickets for Books on Tyne 2026: The Newcastle Book Festival can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Price
Free – £20
Date
Until Saturday, 28 November 2026
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