Hotels for Weezer

Weezer shows draw a crowd that grew up on power chords and self-deprecating choruses, the kind of fans who know every word to songs that are now decades old. A Friday evening slot means an early doors start, so expect the night to wind through the back catalogue without stretching into the small hours.

There's a mix of nostalgia and genuine curiosity about newer material, with the singalongs loudest on the old favourites. It's a gig for people who never quite stopped being teenagers about this band.

Close to Newcastle's city centre, the Utilita Arena hosts major concerts, sport and family shows within easy reach of the buzzing Times Square and quayside nightlife. The compact, walkable city means bars, restaurants and the famous Bigg Market are all a short stroll away. Newcastle Central station and the Tyne and Wear Metro sit nearby, linking across the region. Booking a central room lets you enjoy the city's renowned night out before a show and wander back on foot once it finishes.