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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Saturday 6 December 2025, 9.30am to 4.00pm

Visit Santa on his magical, fully accessible and inclusive grotto bus this Christmas! Fully accessible. No booking required. Free to all.

Saturday 6 December 2025, 10.00am to 12.00pm

A monthly Saturday social get-together for warm and friendly chat while completing any craft that you wish to bring along with you

Saturday 6 December 2025, 10.00am to 11.00am

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Saturday 6 December 2025, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

A family friendly and inclusive outdoor activity session. Enjoy art, music and movement surrounded by nature. For disabled and non-disabled children and their families.

Saturday 6 December 2025, 1.30pm to 2.15pm

A FREE sensory story-time for young people with learning disabilities ands their families.

Saturday 6 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Inclusive and supportive sessions for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with a learning disability.

Saturday 6 December 2025, 2.30pm to 4.30pm

Roll up, roll up! The circus is in town! Step right up for a magical, madcap adventure in our spectacular pantomime, Goldilocks and the Three Bears!

Saturday 6 December 2025, 3.00pm to 3.45pm

A FREE sensory story-time for young people with learning disabilities ands their families.

Sunday 7 December 2025, 9.30am to 4.00pm

Visit Santa on his magical, fully accessible and inclusive grotto bus this Christmas! Fully accessible. No booking required. Free to all.

Sunday 7 December 2025, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Our relaxed screenings are open to all, but is particularly mindful of neurodiverse audiences. Changes are done to create an inclusive, relaxed environment.

Sunday 7 December 2025, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Children and young people with disabilities can enjoy the facilities at Tim Lamb Centre. This includes their soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play garden.

Sunday 7 December 2025, 10.00am to 11.00am

Fancy a calm and quiet skate with no music, no lights and fewer visitors? Then join us on one of our relaxed skating sessions.

Sunday 7 December 2025, 11.00am to 11.45am

A FREE sensory story-time for young people with learning disabilities ands their families.

Sunday 7 December 2025, 1.00pm to 1.45pm

A FREE sensory story-time for young people with learning disabilities ands their families.

Monday 8 December 2025, 10.00am to 11.00am

A general level class for Yoga.

Monday 8 December 2025, 2.00pm to 4.30pm

Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.

Monday 8 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Fun sport and friendly boccia session for SEND/disabled children and adults.

Monday 8 December 2025, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!

Monday 8 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Monday 8 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Come along and get support and advice. For lads aged 16 + years

Monday 8 December 2025, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Monday 8 December 2025, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

An opportunity to learn new skills and play rugby themed games in an inclusive environment.

Monday 8 December 2025, 8.00pm to 9.00pm

Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

A weekly Clothes Bar providing children's clothes to local families in need

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Come along to these free weekly Boccia sessions for anyone aged 16+. It's a precision ball sport similar to bowls. All abilities welcome.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 12.00pm to 12.00pm

For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

Come along to these free weekly Boccia sessions for anyone aged 16+. It's a precision ball sport similar to bowls. All abilities welcome.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 1.30pm to 4.00pm

Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Book in for a chat with a Careers Advisor.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

Enjoy a range of sports, games and activities for ages 8 to 19.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Enjoy a range of sports, games and activities for ages 8 to 19.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

A friendly environment for women aged 16-29 to improve their health and wellbeing at our free football sessions.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

A free inclusive weekly gaming session. This is for all young people aged 12 to 18, or up to 24 for those with additional needs. Come together, socialise, and play many different consoles with friends.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

An inclusive youth group for young people with physical, sensory, and learning disabilities. Have fun in a safe environment.

Tuesday 9 December 2025, 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Newcastle Youth Choir is an exciting youth choir open to young people aged 10-18, whether they are complete beginners to singing or experienced singers in or outside of school. 

Through the course of the year, we learn a wide variety of different styles of music in our regular rehearsals. We also prepare for a number of public performances. 

Wednesday 10 December 2025, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.

Wednesday 10 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

A free contemporary dance class. For young people with learning disabilities aged 14 to 24 who enjoy dance.

Wednesday 10 December 2025, 4.15pm to 8.00pm

Enjoy this walk through Leazes Park with 15 amazing and colourful light displays. You can also visit our Christmas Village full of cracking local food, delicious drinks and plenty of festive cheer!

Wednesday 10 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

We offer a safe space where you can ask questions about sexual health, relationships or just have a chat!

Wednesday 10 December 2025, 6.30pm to 8.45pm

A youth club for young disabled people aged 16 to 25. Socialise, chill and enjoy activities including art, drama, and crafts.

Thursday 11 December 2025, 9.15am to 12.00pm

An opportunity for students to talk to nurses about a career in the medical sector

Thursday 11 December 2025, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.

Thursday 11 December 2025, 3.30pm to 4.20pm

Join Santa and his friends this Christmas and get the super skills needed to be an expert Elf. This smaller group session is quieter and calmer for those with additional needs and disabilities.

Thursday 11 December 2025, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Thursday 11 December 2025, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Join us for a range of sports, games and activities for children and young people with a visual impairment.

Thursday 11 December 2025, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Specialist football sessions for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral.

Thursday 11 December 2025, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29

Thursday 11 December 2025, 8.00pm to 9.00pm

Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29

Friday 12 December 2025, 9.30am to 4.00pm

Visit Santa on his magical, fully accessible and inclusive grotto bus this Christmas! Fully accessible. No booking required. Free to all.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on December 6th 2025