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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Friday 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 9.15am to 11.30am

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

Friday 28 August 2026, 9.15am to 11.30am

A safe space for parents and carers. Come along, connect with others, and be part of a supportive community. Everyone is welcome!

Friday 28 August 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Friday 28 August 2026, 9.30am to 3.00pm

We provide a fun, positive and engaging environment helping children develop as both players and people.

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 9.30am to 5.30pm

We are hosting nine coach trips to various locations over the summer. A nutritious packed lunch for all children and parents/carers will be provided. 

For ages 5 - 16 years.

These sessions vary over the summer holidays and are held on Mondays and Fridays on varying morning and afternoon sessions, between the hours of 9.30am to 5.30pm. For more information and to book, call the centre on 0191 261 6027. 

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 9.30am to 5.30pm

We are running two centre events, Circus workshop and a rave with bouncy castle, disco and entertainer.

For ages 5 - 16 years.

These sessions vary over the summer holidays and are held on Mondays and Fridays on varying morning and afternoon sessions, between the hours of 9.30am to 5.30pm. For more information and to book, call the centre on 0191 261 6027. 

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Join us for a morning of multi-sport for children and young people with SEND aged 8 plus years. Siblings are welcome too!

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Multi-sport camps packed with energy, skill-building and non-stop fun. Expert coaches, incredible activities and unforgettable experiences for children aged 5–12 across the North East. Your child will be counting down the days to come back.

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 4.30pm

Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our HAF camp offers a fun-filled day of multi-sport and activities for children, covering everything from cricket, football and dodgeball to drawing and interactive workshops.  The day is packed with a range of activities designed to keep young people active, engaged and having fun.  Food is also provided.

We are delivering cricket sessions for children aged 6 to 12 who receive free school meals in the Newcastle Council area! 

To book: https://www.cricketqube.com/pages/book

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our amazing HAF provision for 8 to 12 year olds.  There are amazing activities for everyone!

Everyday we have different activities in our zones.

Active zone - including sport, hip hop dancing, inflatables, forest activities, contemporary dance, martial arts, circus skills and more.

Nourish zone - Area focused on learning to cook from scratch and learn more about food and nutrition. 

Creation zone - activities such as graffiti, arts and crafts, woodwork, rock bank, DJing skills, science workshops, Ukelele workshops, singing and much more.

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.15am to 11.45am

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

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 28 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

Fun Easter youth club for young girls aged 5-11 years.

Friday 28 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

For ages 5 to 12 years

Friday 28 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Sing and sign along with True Colours Theatre for Makaton International Awareness Day! For children and adults with disabilities, and their families.

Friday 28 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Whether you’re looking to get active, try something new, or just meet new people, there’s something for everyone! For those aged 18+ with additional needs and disabilities.

Friday 28 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 28 August 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

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

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

We deliver inclusive fun and engaging sports sessions. These take place on young peoples doorsteps. Our staff are local people, they have a passion to support young people and try make a long lasting impact in the communities we operate in.

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Friday 28 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

A culturally diverse group which meets every week to help families from across the world create a support network in their local community

Friday 28 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

A safe space aged 11 to 14 years.

Friday 28 August 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 28 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

For children with disabilities and additional needs, and their siblings.

Friday 28 August 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

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

Friday 28 August 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Get your face painted while bopping to your favourite K-Pop songs

Friday 28 August 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

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

Friday 28 August 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.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on August 28th 2026