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 31 March 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Friday 31 March 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 31 March 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Friday 31 March 2028, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.

Friday 31 March 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

Friday 31 March 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.

Friday 31 March 2028, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

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

Friday 31 March 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school

Friday 31 March 2028, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 1 April 2028, 9.00am to 10.00am

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 1 April 2028, 9.45am to 11.30am

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

A social get together for warm and friendly chat while carrying out crafts

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 1.00pm

There are new crafts to enjoy every week and all materials are provided. Once a month

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social club

Saturday 1 April 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

Saturday 1 April 2028, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

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.

Saturday 1 April 2028, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Saturday 1 April 2028, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 1 April 2028, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

Come and join in the fun with a game of Bingo!

Saturday 1 April 2028, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

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

Monday 3 April 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.

Monday 3 April 2028, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Monday 3 April 2028, 9.00am to 12.00pm

Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring proof of ID and income, and your own bags.

Monday 3 April 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.

Monday 3 April 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music and things to get young ones moving.

Monday 3 April 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Monday 3 April 2028, 9.30am to 1.30pm

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

Monday 3 April 2028, 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.

Monday 3 April 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

For children aged 0 - 6 months or pre crawlers.

Monday 3 April 2028, 10.00am to 4.30pm

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

Monday 3 April 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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.

Monday 3 April 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.

Monday 3 April 2028, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 3 April 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Monday 3 April 2028, 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 3 April 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 3 April 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Monday 3 April 2028, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

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