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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Monday 20 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for a super fun day at the Active Kids Summer Activity Camp 2026!

Monday 20 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Monday 20 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals.  Your child can enjoy:

  • Arts and crafts
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Hockey
  • Dodgeball
  • Nerf Games
  • Tag Games
  • Den Building 
  • Team challenges and lots more fun activities. 

We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities. 

Monday 20 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

For children aged 5 to 10 years old. Join us this summer for lots of fun activities.

Monday 20 July 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.

Monday 20 July 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

Come along and try a range of adapted bikes. Learn to cycle and ride in a safe environment both indoor and outdoor. For adults with disabilities.

Monday 20 July 2026, 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.

Monday 20 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Monday 20 July 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.

Monday 20 July 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.

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

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Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

Come along if you would like to learn more about feeling good about ourselves and feeling confident. For adults with autism or a learning disability.

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

For ages 5 to 12 years

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am 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.

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

For children aged 5 to 7 years.

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

Come along if you would like to learn more about self esteem and feeling confident. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Monday 20 July 2026, 11.30am to 1.00pm

Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years

Monday 20 July 2026, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Monday 20 July 2026, 12.00pm to 5.00pm

Activities for current users of the Patchwork project.

We will be providing activities on Mondays which will include x 2 groupwork sessions and some drop in/ detached sessions.

We have a summer party planned for Friday 28th Aug – this will also combine celebrations for Patchworks 25th Birthday celebrations. Open for the local community and families. Contact us for more details. 

This is a warm, caring and kind place:

Monday 20 July 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 20 July 2026, 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Family event for young people aged 8-16 yrs, all under 8s must be supported by a responsible adult.

Monday 20 July 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

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.

Monday 20 July 2026, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 1.45pm

A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Dress up in your favourite pirate outfit and get hunting! For children and adults with disabilities, and their families.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Have fun at our foam party. For children with disabilities and additional needs, and their siblings.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.45pm

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

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

We offer a range of sports and enrichment activities for 8-16 years across 4 weeks of the summer. We are a small friendly provider based in Elswick. Our team are happy to answer any questions you might have.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

Amazing free holiday activities (Table Tennis, dancing, cycling, football, street cricket and trips to trampoline and soft play for both kids and young people) for children and young people within the African community (5-17 years old) in physical activities, enrichment activities and serve free meals to all.

To book: Contact us on phone or email

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

For children aged 8 to 11 years.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.

Monday 20 July 2026, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.

Monday 20 July 2026, 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 20 July 2026, 2.00pm to 2.30pm

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for ages 0 to 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Monday 20 July 2026, 2.15pm to 4.15pm

For ages 11 to 16 years

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Children 8 years and over.

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

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.30pm to 5.30pm

Youth session full of fun, enriching activities, games and sports. A healthy meal will be provided.

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.45pm

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 5 to 7 and must be signed in.

Monday 20 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Drumming workshop for all abilities

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on July 14th 2026