First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase

Sun 18 Oct · 12:00

The Grove

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About This Event

First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase will take place at The Grove in Newcastle upon Tyne on 18 October 2026 at 12:00. Three selected young artists aged 12 to 18 will perform as part of the Mercury Prize Fringe. Tickets are priced between £0 and £7.70.

First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase

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With the Mercury Prize returning to Newcastle this October, there feels like no better time to shine a spotlight on the next generation of young artists and musicians in the North East.

The First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase offers aspiring young musicians the chance to step onto The Grove’s stage and experience a professional live show in a 330-capacity venue, from pre-show preparation and technical advancing through to soundcheck and live performance.

Three selected artists, aged 12 to 18, will perform in this matinee showcase as part of the Mercury Prize Fringe, gaining hands-on experience alongside venue staff and sound engineers.

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Frequently asked questions

First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase takes place on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 12:00.

First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase is held at The Grove in Newcastle upon Tyne (1 St Michael’s Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1QU).

Tickets for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase range from £0 to £7.70. Live prices and availability are shown on gigantic.com.

The forecast for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase is Mainly clear · 16°C.

Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Grove can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.

Tickets for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase can be booked via gigantic.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

Price

Free – £7.70

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First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase

📅 Sunday, 18 October 2026🕖 12:00📍 The Grove💰 £0 - £7.70

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First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase

APPLY HERE: https://forms.gle/JQiS62ZoBPMukzJeA

With the Mercury Prize returning to Newcastle this October, there feels like no better time to shine a spotlight on the next generation of young artists and musicians in the North East.

Three selected artists, aged 12 to 18, will perform in this matinee showcase as part of the Mercury Prize Fringe, gaining hands-on experience alongside venue staff and sound engineers.

Description supplied by the event organiser.

📍 Venue

The Grove

1 St Michael’s Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1QU

Byker, Newcastle upon Tyne

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❓ Frequently asked questions

When is First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase?

First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase takes place on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 12:00.

Where is First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase taking place?

First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase is held at The Grove in Newcastle upon Tyne (1 St Michael’s Road, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 1QU).

How much are tickets for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase?

Tickets for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase range from £0 to £7.70. Live prices and availability are shown on gigantic.com.

What will the weather be like at First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase?

The forecast for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase is Mainly clear · 16°C.

Is there anywhere to stay near First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase?

Yes — hotels within walking distance of The Grove can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.

How do I get tickets for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase?

Tickets for First Gigs x Mini Mercury Showcase can be booked via gigantic.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.