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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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A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
Join staff from the Great North Children’s Hospital for an insight into their amazing work — and let your little ones hop inside a real ambulance (subject to availability on the day)! We’re also excited to welcome the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and the Northumbria Police Cadets, who’ll bring fun activities and give families a fascinating peek into what they do to keep our communities safe.
This drop-in activity day is FREE to attend with no pre-booking required and is suitable for all ages… especially families!
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
A free service for parents/carers of children at any stage of their autism journey. Get support, advice and information on services available to you.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
Boccia is simple to pick up, highly inclusive and great fun. Join us for fun training activities, friendly games and a welcoming group atmosphere.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for children to experience a variety of play based activities, making use of indoor and outdoor space. For autistic children aged 5 to 11.
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Learn about the environment and some outdoor skills.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Join Explore Learning for an hour long session designed to help Year 6 children gain confidence in the run up to SATS tests.
An Infant massage course to learn how to massage your baby.
For babies: 6 weeks - crawling
5 Week course, contact 0191 272 7824 to book a place
Meet and connect with other carers in a similar situation. Work together to make Newcastle (and the world) a better place for carers.
For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Enjoy a range of fun activities including arts, crafts, nature activities, alpaca care, and cooking. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Look, touch and hold fluffy and scaly creatures, and then enjoy some stay and play. For children and young people with SEND.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for children to experience a variety of play based activities, making use of indoor and outdoor space. For autistic children aged 5 to 11.
A group for all parents and carers welcoming a new baby.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Book in for a chat with a Careers Advisor.
A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Monday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project
Session 2: Creative crafts
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Those wishing to sign up can contact Rachel - rachel@prideactionnorth.org.uk - 07378492807 or Spike - plusgroupne@gmail.com - 07495836069
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
A fun youth group for siblings of disabled children and young people. A brilliant opportunity to come together for fun and friendship.
A supervised youth club for children aged 8 to 14 years old with additional needs and disabilities.
Printed on February 13th 2026