Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
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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Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.
Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.
A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.
An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.
Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.
A monthly workshops for deaf young people age 5 to 12 years. Try out writing, storytelling, acting, lighting and backstage skill.
Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.
Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.
Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.
Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.
Join us for family activities for children
New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social club
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
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.
A meetup at the Alan Shearer Centre. We have exclusive access to the immersive room and 2 of their sensory rooms.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Club.
Dance classes. For all ages and abilities
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
A haven for not only great exercise but socialising as well. For people with learning disabilities and parents/carers.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
This includes mothers, fathers, childminders or carers. They all come together in their own community with their children who are under the age of 5.
Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring proof of ID and income, and your own bags.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music and things to get young ones moving.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Printed on April 16th 2026