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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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We provide free wrestling sessions during the Easter. Wrestling is a fast paced, exciting and physical sport. Wrestling is an Olympic sport based on taking down and controlling your opponent. We perform the sport on matting and there's no striking, so it's safe for all ages. We play games, develop gymnastic skills and learn how to do the oldest sport in the world. We provide a free meal at the end of the session for those who are eligible for free school meals.
1.30-3.30pm Kids (5-11 years old), 3.30-5.30pm Teens (12-15 years old)
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
Come along as a family to enjoy cooking, arts & crafts, sports and games.
To book: https://sportfin.io/simplified/activity/activity-2475-cheff-cooking-healthy-eating-fitness-fun/
This is a warm, caring and kind place because:
Gentle and friendly walks around Newcastle. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
This is a group of lads who are new to the project.
We offer a safe space where you can ask questions about sexual health, relationships or just have a chat!
We will be delivering family & youth sessions for our current young people who are registered. If you are interested in registering with us please get in touch. Lots of spring themed activities on offer.
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
A fun, weekly girls youth session. This is a youth led group.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Fun Easter youth club for young girls aged 11-16 years.
Gosforth Voices is a choir aimed towards children in Years 3 & 4, primarily from first schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s a fantastic way to make new friends from other schools, develop confidence in singing and learn new songs.
Gosforth Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for children from Year 3 up to Year 8, primarily from first and middle schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s open to complete beginners right through to experienced players. We get together to learn new pieces and develop as musicians, gaining valuable musicianship skills and a good sense of ensemble.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Nine Voices is an alternative choir for young people aged 14-18 in the North East.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Weekly kickboxing sessions.
Just turn up, no need to book.
For ages 12 - 19 years.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 12 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
A free contemporary dance class. For young people with learning disabilities aged 14 to 24 who enjoy dance.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school
A fun weekly youth group for young people aged 8-15. Sessions are inspired by the interests of the young people. They are given choice and decide how they want the drop in to look.
Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.
We have a weekly football drop in session for any young person to attend aged 12+. The young people can come socialise with mates and meet new friends in a relaxed environment.
Our squad brings passion, dedication and heart to every match. This is inclusive football, players of all abilities are welcomed with open arms.
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For young people aged 11+ years
A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.
After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.
A youth club for young disabled people aged 16 to 25. Socialise, chill and enjoy activities including art, drama, and crafts.
A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise, learn about the world around them.
For teenagers. Project workers engage with young people on the streets around Benwell
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!
This is a free, one‑day visual arts event for young people aged 14 to 24 who have cerebral palsy. Scope will cover all travel costs for this event in Leeds.
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
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:
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.
We are running four sessions all SEND appropriate, two Circus training sessions on 09/04/26, one Beat Box and break dancing session on 13/04/26 and a rave with bouncy castle, disco and entertainer on 17/04/26.
For ages 5 - 16 years.
To book: call the centre.
The Department of Education Holiday Activity Fund programme is to support young people aged 4-16 attending Newcastle City Councils schools that are eligible for Free Schools Meals or in need during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays.
Free tasty breakfast
Fun activities
Meet other parents and carers
Friendly staff to help if you need anything
No need to book, just turn up.
Come along and start your day in a happy way!
A place for parents and carers to chat and mutually support each other. This takes place at the Tim Lamb Children's Centre.
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.'
Printed on April 5th 2026