A STONE’S THROW returns to North Shields for it’s fourth edition on Saturday 23rd May 2026. Expect a full-day multi-venue celebration of new music across one of the North East's most exciting coastal towns.
AST brings together some of the best emerging and established artists from around the UK and beyond, championing North Shields' thriving grassroots scene while welcoming audiences into a walkable route of independent venues, community spaces, and intimate stages.
2026 lineup includes: LUVCAT, WORKING MEN’S CLUB, CHALK, PANIC SHACK + many more exciting artists.
“In a music industry increasingly walled-off to working-class artists, A STONE’S THROW is a reminder of what happens when community, creativity and sheer graft collide. It’s not just a festival - it’s a lifeline.”
CLASH MUSIC
- NEXT GEN MUSIC DISCOVERY
- ONE TICKET ALL VENUES
- MULTIPLE INDEPENDENT VENUES
- BUSES BETWEEN ALL VENUES
- NEXT GEN MUSIC DISCOVERY - ONE TICKET ALL VENUES - MULTIPLE INDEPENDENT VENUES - BUSES BETWEEN ALL VENUES
Your festival ticket grants access to all participating venues throughout the day. You will exchange your ticket for a wristband at the designated collection point before entering the festival route.
The festival operates across multiple venues, each with its own atmosphere and programme. Most stages are within easy walking distance, and a dedicated festival bus will run continuous loops across the site throughout the day. The bus offers the quickest way to travel between venues, with stops positioned close to each participating space. It also provides an important accessibility option for those who may find the route difficult on foot.
Venues will admit wristband holders in line with their licensed capacities. At peak times you may encounter queues, so arriving early for artists you are keen to see is strongly advised. Flexibility goes a long way at A Stone's Throw, and discovering new artists as you move between spaces is a big part of the day.