Hometown hero and music star Sam Fender will play another huge gig at Newcastle United’s St James’ Park on Thursday.
Fender will play three dates at St James’ Park as the Newcastle United fan returns to his city of birth for another gig as part of his People Watching Tour.
It has been two years since the 31-year-old last played the stadium, but fans will be treated to three dates over the next few days.
Fender is playing on Thursday 12 June, Saturday 14 June and Sunday 15 June. It promises to be a huge occasion both at the ground and for the city as a whole.
With all that in mind, here’s everything you need to know ahead of the concerts.
What time is Sam Fender playing at St James’ Park?
(All times BST, subject to change)
The doors to St James’ Park will open at 4pm on Thursday 12 June, 2025.
Support act The Pale White are scheduled to play at 6pm.
They will be followed by CMAT at 7.30pm before Fender takes to the stage at 9pm.
The concert will end at 11pm.
Who is supporting Sam Fender at St James’ Park?
On Thursday night, Fender will be supported by The Pale White and CMAT.
Saturday night will see Olivia Dean, CMAT and Ernie provide support.
Sunday, meanwhile, brings Hector Gannet, CMAT and Olivia Dean to the stage as support acts.
What is Sam Fender’s setlist for People Watching Tour at St James’ Park?
While the setlist below does not reflect the whole of the People Watching Tour, it was taken from Fender’s most recent gig at West Ham’s London Stadium last week.
- Going Home: Theme of the Local Hero
- Getting Started
- Will We Talk?
- The Borders
- Dead Boys
- Howdon Aldi Death Queue
- Crumbling Empire
- Tyrants
- Rein Me In
- People Watching
- London Calling
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