Events

Explore What's On in Newcastle for Children, Young People and Families

Discover a wide range of activities and events happening across Newcastle — from one-off workshops to regular weekly sessions. Click on any event to find out more details and how to book your place.

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Monday 27 July 2026, 10.00am to Monday 24 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Monday 27 July 2026, 10.00am to Monday 24 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Tuesday 28 July 2026, 10.00am to Tuesday 25 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Tuesday 28 July 2026, 10.00am to Tuesday 25 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Wednesday 29 July 2026, 10.00am to Wednesday 26 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Wednesday 29 July 2026, 10.00am to Wednesday 26 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Thursday 30 July 2026, 10.00am to Thursday 27 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Thursday 30 July 2026, 10.00am to Thursday 27 August 2026, 2.00pm

We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence. 

Friday 31 July 2026, 8.30am to 4.30pm

The Newcastle Health Visiting service (0-19 service) are very excited to announce that we now have another self weigh facility for parents to use to weigh their baby.

Friday 31 July 2026, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.15am to 11.30am

A welcoming, friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music and things to get young ones moving.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Friday 31 July 2026, 9.45am to 11.45am

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Fun activities to support early language development. For 2 to 3 Year Olds.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Come and watch Moana in this inclusive cinema experience. Our trips are designed to be inclusive, accessible and supportive. Children and young people can build confidence, make friends and create lasting memories.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Meet up, make friends and explore the fantastic activities on offer at the centre. For children with additional needs.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Our group is welcoming, friendly women only group. We have wide range of toys and craft activities suitable for all children.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 4.00pm

Have fun on our 3D circus bouncy castle. For children with disabilities and additional needs, and their siblings.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.15am to 11.45am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.00am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Activities for 0-4 year olds @ St Martin's Centre, Roman Avenue, Byker.
Including breakfast clubs and lunch club

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

Come invent, draw and make in our fun, family-friendly workshop!

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.00am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 11.00am to 11.30am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

Join us in the grounds of the Church of Our Lady near Seaton Delaval for a day of nature discovery, including scavenger hunts and searching for minibeasts. Just a short walk away, you can visit the National Trust's beautiful Seaton Delaval Hall, or watch the waves on Seaton Sluice Beach.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

Fun activities to support early language development. For 3 to 4 year olds.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Come and watch Spiderman: Brand New Day in this inclusive cinema experience. Our trips are designed to be inclusive, accessible and supportive. Children and young people can build confidence, make friends and create lasting memories.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.15pm to 1.15pm

Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 6.00pm

Neurofest is an inclusive, understanding and engaging celebration of Neurodiversity and Disability. The event will be a party-style event featuring a silent disco, face painter, and party games.

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.

Friday 31 July 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

For pre-walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.

Friday 31 July 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

Friday 31 July 2026, 2.15pm to 3.15pm

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on July 31st 2026