Magic WKND 2025
The Summer Festival of Rugby League returns to St James' Park, Newcastle in 2025.
12 TEAMS, 2 DAYS, 1 EPIC EVENT. Experience an event like no other with six huge Super League clashes all hosted from the same stadium over the early May Bank Holiday, 3rd and 4th May 2025.
Enjoy a full round of Betfred Super League fixtures, in-bowl games and competitions for fans, plus additional live entertainment. When you’re there, make the most of the unique pass-out system, allowing you to explore the Fan Zone on Strawberry Place before returning to your seats to get your sporting fix.
Adult tickets start at just £30 for the day, with Season Ticket Holders receiving a further 50% off when they purchase directly from their Super League club. Not a club member? Book now and save 20% off all tickets!
Fixtures
Saturday, 3 May
3pm - Leigh Leopards v Catalans Dragons
5.15pm - Hull KR v Salford Red Devils
7.30pm - St Helens v Leeds Rhinos
Sunday, 4 May
1pm - Huddersfield Giants v Hull FC
3.15pm - Wigan Warriors v Warrington Wolves
5.30pm - Castleford Tigers v Wakefield Trinity
"We’re excited to confirm this return to St James’ Park and the city of Newcastle for the 18th Super League Magic Weekend in 2025. The feedback from our fans regarding a return to the North East has been overwhelmingly positive," - Rhodri Jones, Rugby League Commercial Managing Director.
“We are delighted to be hosting Magic Weekend at St. James’ Park once again. Together with our city partners, we look forward to welcoming the rugby league community back to the North East for an unforgettable weekend," - Darren Eales, Newcastle United CEO.
“I am delighted that the Magic Weekend is once again taking place in our city in 2025, marking the tenth anniversary since we first hosted it. It will be wonderful to welcome thousands of rugby league fans back to Newcastle which is great boost for our visitor economy. The event is well loved, not just by fans but also by residents and businesses in the area," - Cllr Karen Kilgour, Leader of Newcastle City Council.
Ticket Information
Season Ticket Holders
If you’re a Season Ticket Holder/club member at any of the 12 Betfred Super League clubs, buy directly from their ticket office and you'll receive a 50% discount.
Ticket Categories
Category 3 – Enjoy the action from behind the sticks with Unreserved Seating in the Leazes or Gallowgate Stands.
Category 2 – See the drama from the side-line in Unreserved Seating in the East Stand, letting you follow your alliances throughout the weekend.
Category 1 – Benefit from reserved seating throughout the entire weekend within the Milburn Stand.
Junior and Baby Policies
Everyone entering the stadium must have a valid ticket including babies. Children under the age of 2 can be issued a ticket free of charge.
To purchase tickets for Under 2s, please contact Rugby League Ticketing on Ticketing@RLCommercial.co.uk.
*Please note, all attendees under the age of 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
End Allocations
Gallowgate Stand
Leigh Leopards
Hull KR
St Helens
Huddersfield Giants
Warrington Wolves
Castleford Tigers
Leazes Stand
Catalans Dragons
Salford Red Devils
Leeds Rhinos
Hull FC
Wigan Warriors
Wakefield Trinity
Pass Out System
Between the six huge fixtures in-bowl make sure you take advantage of our unique pass-out system. Make the most of your Magic Weekend experience by checking out the Fan Zone hosted around the stadium. Our jam-packed Fan Zone incorporates live entertainment, special guests, games, rides, competitions, event retail units, plus food and beverage stalls.
Refreshments
A range of hot and cold snacks, soft drinks and alcohol will be available to purchase in all concourse areas. Once purchased within the stadium, alcohol cannot be taken outside into the city. While some kiosks do accept cash within the concourse area, we encourage fans, where possible, to bring a credit or debit card to purchase refreshments.
Please note that no large amount of food can be taken inside the stadium from outside. The amount of food allowed will be at the discretion of Newcastle United staff. Bottles and cans are also not permitted. If you have specific dietary requirements, please contact the steward at your stadium entry point. Permission may be granted following appropriate checks.
Register your Interest
Groups
Interested in booking as a group? Rally up your friends and family to save a massive 40% when you book as a group of 15 or more. Register your interest or find out more information by contacting Groups@RLcommercial.co.uk.