A total of 63,269 passed through the St James’s Park turnstiles, with 36,943 turning up on day one and 26,326 attending the following afternoon.
The event brought delight for Castleford Tigers, who picked up only their third win of the campaign and Hull FC as they shocked high-flying Warrington Wolves.
Leeds Rhinos suffered disappointment in their derby against Tigers and there was more misery for winless Wakefield Trinity. Here are 21 pictures – with every club featured – capturing a flavour of Magic on and off the field.
19. Spanner in the works
Connor Wrench scores for Warrington, but their league leaders' shield hopes were dented by a 30-18 defeat to Hull FC. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
20. Giants' disappointment
Huddersfield Giants' Kevin Naiqama makes a break in the loss to his former club St Helens. Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com
21. Jack Croft injury
Wakefield Trinity's Jack Croft was carried off the field on a stretcher and taken to hospital as a precaution after being hurt against Leigh Leopards. Photo: Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com