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Blyth Celebrates

August 2025 to March 2026

Blyth Celebrates - a brand-new programme of creative festivals and events.

Kicking off alongside the opening of the Market Pavilion - a state-of-the-art cinema and cultural venue located in the heart of Blyth’s revitalised Market Place - this celebration will shine a spotlight on the town’s vibrant community, rich heritage, and exciting future.

From live music to art trails, family fun days to storytelling sessions, Blyth Celebrates offers something for everyone - and best of all, it’s completely free to enjoy. Whether you're from Blyth or just visiting, come and explore what makes the town such a unique and welcoming place, full of energy, creativity, and community spirit.

Everyone’s invited - so don’t miss out.

Relive the magic of Blyth Celebrates Launch Weekend

On Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 August 2025, Blyth came alive with two unforgettable days of wonder, creativity and community spirit. This joyful weekend of free, family-friendly entertainment marked the transformation of Blyth’s historic Market Place and the grand opening of the stunning new Market Pavilion.

From spectacular performances and street theatre to hands-on workshops, live music and the People Powered Procession, the town was filled with colour and celebration at every turn.

Produced by ASP Events, Blyth Town Council and Walk the Plank, this Launch Weekend was the first major milestone in the wider Blyth Celebrates programme – a year-long celebration of creativity and community running through to March 2026.

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What’s On

From music and street theatre to family fun, films, and festivals—there’s something for everyone. This vibrant programme features colourful parades, creative workshops, and festive favourites. And best of all, it’s all free!

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Our Story

Blyth Celebrates is about bringing people, creativity, and community together. Through public art, local events, and creative projects, we’re sharing Blyth’s proud past and exciting future.

The Story So Far

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Projects & Artworks

Explore the new artworks and creative projects bringing Blyth Celebrates to life.

Meet the talented artists, local groups, and partners who are making it all happen.

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Get Involved

You can help make Blyth Celebrates a success. Whether you’d like to volunteer or meet new people, there’s a role for everyone.

Try something new and be part of the fun.

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Calling Businesses

We’d love local businesses to be part of Blyth Celebrates. You can sponsor events, host activities, or join our networking meetups.

It’s a great way to connect and show your support.

Watch the magic unfold on Blyth Beach

Join us for a look back at the Blyth Annual Sandcastle Competition 2025, proudly presented by Blyth Town Council in partnership with Blyth Celebrates. This year, the event was made even more special with a breathtaking large-scale sand art piece by the talented team at Soul2Sand. Their temporary masterpiece transformed the beach into a canvas — and the results were unforgettable.

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Stay connected, get the latest updates, and join the conversation. Follow Blyth Celebrates on Facebook and Instagram for behind-the-scenes content, event announcements, and community stories.

Blyth Celebrates is part of Energising Blyth, a £95 million regeneration programme to renew, grow and connect the town. It is being delivered by Northumberland County Council, funded by the UK Government, Northumberland County Council and North East Combined Authority, with support from other partners.

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