Utilita Arena Newcastle - A Venue That Adapts To You
From intimate meetings for two in our newly refurbished dressing rooms, to spectacular gala dinners for up to 1,200 guests — we offer one of the most flexible event spaces in the North East.
Venue For Hire
Utilita Arena Newcastle is more than a live entertainment venue - it’s a dynamic, adaptable space designed to host everything from discreet one-to-one meetings to large-scale corporate celebrations. Our newly refurbished dressing rooms, hospitality lounges and main auditorium can be tailored to suit your exact requirements, whether you’re planning an exhibition, conference, gala dinner, product launch or leadership meeting. From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, our experienced team will make your event seamless from start to finish
✅ Events from 2 – 9,000 guests
✅ Dinner capacity for up to 1,200
✅ Newly refurbished private spaces & dressing rooms
✅ City centre location with on-site parking of over 500 spaces
Small Meetings
Perfect for one-to-ones or small teams, our newly refurbished dressing rooms and private lounges offer a quiet, comfortable setting for focused discussions, interviews and planning sessions.
Panels
Host expert discussions, Q&As and live talks in an intimate or large-scale setting, with flexible staging, seating and full technical support.
Networking Events
Create meaningful connections in our versatile lounge and foyer spaces, perfect for drinks receptions, industry mixers and informal business gatherings.
Dinners
From elegant private dining to gala dinners for up to 1,200 guests, our flexible spaces - including the main auditorium - can be styled to suit formal banquets, awards nights and celebratory events.
Conferences
With theatre-style seating, the main auditorium is ideal for conferences, presentations and keynote events - suitable for hundreds to thousands of delegates.
Exhibitions
Our spacious main auditorium and surrounding areas provide the perfect canvas for exhibitions, showcases and trade events, with ample room for stands, vehicles and large-scale displays.
Unique Events
From specialist sporting events, to premium brand activations and product launches, the Arena offers a highly adaptable setting for bespoke experiences.
Filming
We are a versatile filming location, offering expansive indoor spaces, modern dressing rooms, and adaptable sets. Perfect for TV, commercials, photoshoots, or live broadcasts, we provide everything needed for a seamless production.
Outdoor Events
Take advantage of our 500+ space car park and surrounding outdoor areas for festivals, pop-up activations, team-building activities, or open-air events. Flexible layouts and easy access make it ideal for large-scale or socially distanced gatherings.