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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Thursday 3 February 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Thursday 3 February 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 3 February 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 3 February 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 3 February 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 3 February 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 3 February 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 3 February 2028, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

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

Thursday 3 February 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 3 February 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank

Thursday 3 February 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. 

Thursday 3 February 2028, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 1.30pm to 2.15pm

A friendly and relaxed group to enjoy with your children, for chrildren with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed

Thursday 3 February 2028, 3.00pm to 7.15pm

Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project

Session 2: Gaming/E-sports

Children 8 years and over.

To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704

Thursday 3 February 2028, 3.15pm to 4.15pm

Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for girls to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Suitable for girls aged 10 - 12 years

Thursday 3 February 2028, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music. For Children aged 9+

Thursday 3 February 2028, 3.45pm to 5.00pm

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs for children aged 4+

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library. Suitable for ages 4+, children must be supervised by a parent or carer.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday eveing at NUcastle.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16 year olds

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 4.45pm

Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7-13.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For ages 5 - 12 years. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.30pm to 5.00pm

Many children are known to us as they have waited years 'to turn 8'. They can also be siblings or children of those we have worked with over the years. Most attend local primary schools. New members are always welcome.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

Thursday 3 February 2028, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

Football and gaming for ages 12 - 14 years

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community. For children aged 12 - 17 years.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions are for children aged 12+ and include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.15pm to 7.15pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For girls aged 12+ years

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

This is a group for children and young people who already attend or have attended patchwork

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

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

Thursday 3 February 2028, 5.45pm to 7.15pm

A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 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 3 February 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.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 6.30pm to 10.30pm

A monthly club night run by DJs with a learning disability and autistic DJs since 1998. It’s a fun and friendly night out for adults with a learning disability, autistic people, and their friends, families and carers.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 6.30pm to 8.00pm

A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise, learn about the world around them.

Thursday 3 February 2028, 7.30pm to 8.30pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For boys aged 8 - 11 years

Thursday 3 February 2028, 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 4 February 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.

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