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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Wednesday 26 January 2028, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Come along and join us for choir practise!

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Band open to children of all abilities. Come along and join us!

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

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

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

A fun weekly youth group for young people aged 8-15. Sessions are inspired by the interests of the young people. They are given choice and decide how they want the drop in to look.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Enjoy an end of day relaxation session. For adults aged 18+ with a learning disability and autistic people.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

We have a weekly football drop in session for any young person to attend aged 12+. The young people can come socialise with mates and meet new friends in a relaxed environment.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Our squad brings passion, dedication and heart to every match. This is inclusive football, players of all abilities are welcomed with open arms.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 5.30pm to 7.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For young people aged 11+ years

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Young people can come and make friends and take part in activities such as sport, arts and crafts and team building.

Wednesday 26 January 2028, 6.30pm to 8.00pm

A safe space for girls aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise, learn about the world around them.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Thursday 27 January 2028, 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.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.00am to 11.00am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers babies and young children under the age of 5.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.00am to 11.00am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. With music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.00am to 11.00am

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.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Get support to look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.15am to 10.30am

Come along for a free tasty breakfast to meet other parents and carers with young children under the age of 5

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 1.30pm

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 4.00pm

Helping support you look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 3.00pm

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

No appointment necessary for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 2.30pm

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people in school and college environments.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 9.45am to 11.45am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 3.00pm

For people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 16+ in Newcastle. Take part in community projects, live events, and outreach workshops.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!

For children aged 0-5 years.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, babies and young children under 5.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Develop your business enterprise skills, have fun and make friends.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.00am to 12.30pm

Call in and talk about your application to Newcastle Homes. We can help with banding and uploading documents to your application.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Fun activities to support babies communication and language development, for 0 - 23 month olds.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 11.00am to 3.00pm

Need help with family law?
Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.

The North East Law Centre can help you with:

  • Domestic abuse
  • Orders to help keep you safe
  • Time and contact with your child
  • Maintenance payments
  • Divorce
  • Mediation
  • Other family law worries

You do not need an appointment.
Just come along and talk to someone who can help.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 11.30am to 12.30pm

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.

Thursday 27 January 2028, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

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

Thursday 27 January 2028, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank

Thursday 27 January 2028, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old. 

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on April 15th 2026