Three million visitors expected for Great Exhibition of the North
The full programme for the 80-day festival has been unveiled today
Last updated 27th Feb 2018
The programme for the Great Exhibition of the North, billed as England's biggest event of 2018, has been unveiled.
The 80-day celebration will run in Newcastle and Gateshead from June 22 and is expected to pull in three million visitors and celebrate the North of England's creativity.
An 80m water sculpture on the Tyne will wow crowds and a spectacular opening event including the Kaiser Chiefs is planned.
Sir Gary Verity, chairman of the Great Exhibition, said:
"As well as being a showcase for some of the best creative and inspiring talent from the North of England, our diverse programme tells a pioneering story and one that will help change the way the world views the North.
"Whether you have a love of arts and design, cutting-edge culture, history and innovation, inspired technology or vibrant street performance - there is something in this programme to intrigue and excite those of all ages and from all backgrounds."