The Criterion Hotel Weston

15/07/2026

This Weekend at the Cri 👇 🙌
Love Your Local and Support Live Music 🎶

02/07/2026

This Weekends Entertainment Kicks Off tonight with Shoot The Messenger supported by Old Blokes
Support Live Music & Love Your Local 😍😎

Another Huge Weekend Lined Up! This Weekend at the Cri 👇👇

01/07/2026

🎶 WHAT'S ON THIS WEEKEND AT The Criterion Hotel Weston 🎶
Get ready for another massive weekend at The Cri where we've got something for everyone—live music, great food, family fun and an atmosphere that's second to none!
Whether you're chasing high-energy rock, Southern blues, chilled acoustic vibes or a fun day out with the kids, we've got your weekend sorted.

🎸 FRIDAY NIGHT | Meat Tray Raffle 🍖 in the main bar, drawn at 7.30pm
Beer Garden 🍺
Shoot The Messenger supported by OldBlokes Rocks
🕗 From 8:00pm
Friday night explodes into life as the incredibly talented Shoot The Messenger hit the stage with their raw energy, powerful covers & originals and modern alternative rock sound.
Supporting them are crowd favourites Old Blokes Rock, delivering some high-energy pub rock originals
Kick off your weekend with a night of big riffs from Kai & Parker + great tunes and an electric atmosphere!

🎶 SATURDAY NIGHT | The CRAWFiSH STEW Band
🕗 From 8:00pm
Saturday belongs to Crawfish Stew, bringing their signature blend of Southern Rock, Country, Blues and Classic Pub Rock to The Criterion stage.
Expect soaring guitar solos, timeless favourites and plenty of songs that'll have you singing along from the very first set. Perfect music, cold drinks and great company—it doesn't get much better than that!

🐑 SUNDAY AFTERNOON | FAMILY PETTING ZOO
🕧 12:30pm – 2:30pm
Bring the whole family down for a fun-filled afternoon with our FREE Petting Zoo!
Meet friendly farm animals, grab a bite to eat, enjoy a relaxed Sunday lunch and create some unforgettable family memories.

🎤 SUNDAY NIGHT | THE SENSATIONAL Mitch Perry
🕢 From 7:30pm
Finish your weekend the perfect way as The Sensational Mitch Perry takes over the Main Bar with an evening of Classic Acoustic Rock.
With heartfelt vocals, incredible musicianship and all your favourite songs performed with passion, Mitch creates the perfect soundtrack to wind down your weekend.
"Music from the heart... songs for the soul." ❤️
🍻 Great Food, bistro opened all weekend 👌 🙌
🍺 Ice Cold Drinks
🎶 Live Entertainment All Weekend
❤️ Support Live Music • Support Local • Use Them or Lose Them

📍 The Criterion Hotel Weston
Your local since 1903. We can't wait to see you this weekend! 🎸🎉

01/07/2026

🔥 TONIGHT AT THE CRITERION 🔥

🎟️ FREE RAFFLE
🥩 4x Meat Trays to be WON!

Grab a drink 🍻 between 6PM – 7PM and you’ll score a ticket into the draw — it’s that easy!

Don’t miss out… winners drawn tonight 👀

29/06/2026

Another Huge Weekend Lined Up! This Weekend at the Cri 👇👇

28/06/2026

PUMPED! Saturday 11th July 🥳🥳

A little over two years ago, our band Skyes Law played our first show. On that night, our first band photo was taken.

From then until now, we have achieved more than what we had imagined.

The Criterion Hotel Weston will be our last official full covers show, as we will be transitioning to focus on our original music.

We will be ripping in like we always do, with the last stop being our hometown 🙌❤️‍🔥
*with DJ Lillyman on the decks till late

The Criterion Hotel Weston
Next Saturday, July 11th, 7:30 PM

We hope to see you all there!🤘

27/06/2026

🙌 Tonight AT The Criterion Hotel
Newcastle's premier duo viAgro IS BACK At The Cri 🙌
Get ready for a night of pure energy, big singalongs, and absolutely zero holding back when VIAGRO hit the stage!
Known for their larger-than-life personalities, tongue-in-cheek humour, and explosive live performances, VIAGRO have built a reputation as one of Newcastle's most entertaining and unpredictable live acts. Whether they're tearing through rock classics, alternative anthems, pub favourites or crowd-pleasing party tracks, one thing is guaranteed...
🤘 They'll leave you wanting more! 🤘
From the first song to the last encore, VIAGRO deliver:
🎸 High-energy covers
🎤 Massive crowd interaction
🔥 Non-stop entertainment
🍻 Pub-rock attitude with a twist
🤟 The kind of show you'll be talking about the next day
As fans have discovered over the years, VIAGRO don't just play music—they create an experience. Loud, fun, chaotic, and unforgettable, they're a duo that somehow sounds bigger than most full bands.
Grab your mates, grab a coldie 🍻 , and prepare for a night of laughs, singalongs and rock 'n' roll mayhem.
Support & Love your local