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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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Free day visits for young people aged 11-16 from Newcastle and nearby areas
Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at Ouseburn Farm! Each week, small groups of young people will spend a day discovering life on our working city farm - meeting the animals, getting stuck into gardening, and exploring the outdoors.
You’ll get the chance to:
New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.
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 clubs for 7-11 year olds!
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.
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.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
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 clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A free and relaxed social event for all people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).
Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.
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.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for young people aged 11 - 16 years where,
- You can take part in arts and crafts
- You can play games
- You can join sports activities
- You get a healthy snack
- You can chill with your friends
You can also meet new people. There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
enquiries@inspireyouthtw.org 0191 264 1959
We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for young people aged 11 - 16 years where,
- You can take part in arts and crafts
- You can play games
- You can join sports activities
- You get a healthy snack
- You can chill with your friends
- You can also meet new people
There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
A haven for not only great exercise but socialising as well. For people with learning disabilities and parents/carers.
Anyone with sensory needs can enjoy Life Science Centre with reduced lighting and sound levels.
Children and young people with disabilities can enjoy the facilities at Tim Lamb Centre. This includes their soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play garden.
Our relaxed screening programme is open to all, but is particularly mindful of neurodiverse audiences. Adjustments are in place to create an inclusive, relaxed environment for everyone.
A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.
A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
Come and try our tasty home-made food! We have breakfast buns, soup, paninis, quiche, hot drinks, fresh salads and more. We can also make buffets for your parties or events – just ask us to find out more!
Support and advice with the following; form filling, benefits and housing issues
Join us this Easter at Blue Flames. We run fun holiday activity days. Your child can play, create, and learn. We welcome children aged 5–12. Sessions run during the Easter holidays.
Everything happens in a safe environment. Your child will enjoy:
Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring, proof of ID and income, and your own bags.
Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.
We delivery cricket sessions for children aged 6-11 who receive free school meals in the Newcastle Council area!
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
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.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
Printed on April 6th 2026