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 23 October 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.

Friday 23 October 2026, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

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

Friday 23 October 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

Friday 23 October 2026, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!

Friday 23 October 2026, 5.00pm to 8.00pm

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

Friday 23 October 2026, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

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

Friday 23 October 2026, 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 23 October 2026, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

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

Friday 23 October 2026, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

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

Friday 23 October 2026, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Our Senior Youth Session at Gala Field is a free, open-access session for young people aged 13–19.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 9.00am to 10.00am

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 9.30am to 10.15am

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 9.45am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Free day visits for young people aged 11 to 16 from Newcastle and nearby areas

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

For dads, grandads and all male carers and their children.

Saturday 24 October 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.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 10.45am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Come along to the centre and create your own autumn sensory bottle! For children and adults with disabilities, and their families.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 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 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 11.30am to 1.30pm

Come along and enjoy a range of Halloween activities at this inclusive session for children.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 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 24 October 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Inclusive and supportive sessions for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with a learning disability.

Saturday 24 October 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 24 October 2026, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

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

Saturday 24 October 2026, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

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

Sunday 25 October 2026, 9.00am to 5.00pm

A haven for not only great exercise but socialising as well. For people with learning disabilities and parents/carers.

Sunday 25 October 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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.

Sunday 25 October 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Come along to the centre and create your own autumn sensory bottle! For children and adults with disabilities, and their families.

Sunday 25 October 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.

Sunday 25 October 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.

Monday 26 October 2026, 8.20am to 11.00am

A relaxing drop-in session to enjoy books, stories and songs together. Choose a book to take home, bring it back and swap for another on your next visit. Refreshments and snacks available.

Monday 26 October 2026, 8.30am to 4.30pm

The Newcastle Health Visiting service (0-19 service) are very excited to announce that we now have another self weigh facility for parents to use to weigh their baby.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on October 24th 2026