Get Into Newcastle's Big Fat Quiz Of The Year 2024

1. Which locally born singer announced three shows next June at St James’ Park?

2. Over the summer, NE1 installed a brand-new play area at Old Eldon Square featuring miniature versions of local businesses, iconic venues and even a mini Metro train. What was it called?

3. Wylam Brewery hosted a new food festival in June featuring 15 Michelin star chefs cooking up elevated street food to raise money for charity. What was the name of the festival?

4. A record number of runners took part in this year’s AJ Bell Great North Run. How much did they raise for charity?

1. £20 million
2. £25 million
3. £30 million

5. In June, a replica of a 16^th-18^th century Spanish galleon docked at Spiller’s Wharf for two weeks. What is the ship called?

6. Which local Thai restaurant celebrated its 10^th anniversary this year?

7. Which awards celebrating Black music and culture are taking place in Newcastle for the first time next February at Utilita Arena?

8. Which iconic makeup brand opened a new store in Eldon Square this September?

9. Which American fast food chain set up a branch on Grainger Street in November?

10. Which legendary rugby tournament is making a welcome return to St James’ Park in May 2025?

11. Robbie Williams and Kings of Leon are set to headline a brand-new festival happening at Newcastle’s Town Moor next June. What is the name of the festival?

12. NE1 hosted a one-day event on the Quayside for dog owners and their canine companions this summer. What was the event called?

13. Which iconic boardgame got a Newcastle and Gateshead-themed edition this year?

14. On New Year’s Eve, Newcastle’s Quayside will host firework displays for the first time in years. When did the Quayside last host a New Year’s Eve firework display?

1. 2018
2. 2019
3. 2020

15. Which annual LGBTQ+ festival, whose 2024 tagline was ‘unapologetically visible’, took place in the city centre for the first time this year?

16. Newcastle’s Quayside played host to an epic motorcycle event in August featuring Wallsend-born SuperEnduro champion Billy Bolt. What was the name of the event?

17. Which locally-headquartered bakery chain set up a fancy champagne bar in Fenwick this year?

18. Which South Shields-born singer and X Factor winner correctly guessed the England vs Spain UEFA score in a vox pop with NE1?

19. NE1 commissioned a new road mural on Marlborough Cresent this June. What is the artwork called?

20. Which historic Newcastle theatre got its very own Christmas lights and garlands this year?

21. How many people dined out during August’s Newcastle Restaurant Week?

1. 40,000
2. 50,000
3. 60,000

22. Which shipping container venue opened a new fan zone at St James’ Park this summer?

23. Which Newcastle-based drinks brand took over the Quayside Garden this year?

24. Legendary trebles bar Sinners recently reopened as an Irish pub. What is the pub called?

25. Grainger Market bakery The French Oven celebrated 19 years in business this year. How many sausage rolls have they sold in that time?

1. 122,550
2. 132,500
3. 142,500

How did you do? Check out the answers below!

(ANSWERS: 1. Sam Fender 2. Tiny Toon 3. Bite Back for Cancer Research 4. (b) £25 million 5. El Galeon Andalucia 6. Mantra Thai 7. The MOBO Awards 8. Sephora 9. Wendy’s 10. Magic Weekend 11. Come Together Festival 12. Dog on the Tyne 13. Monopoly 14. (b) 2019 15. Pride in the City 16. Red Bull Tyne Ride 17. Greggs 18. Joe McElderry 19. United Together 20. Theatre Royal 21. (c) 60,000 22. STACK 23. Kocktail 24. The Canny Lad 25. 142,500)

We hope you enjoyed taking our quiz and had an amazing time in Newcastle in 2024. Here’s to a happy, healthy and even more happening 2025!