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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Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for fun this Easter. We run holiday activity days. Your child can try many activities: arts and crafts, basketball, football, and hockey, dodgeball, nerf battles, tag and chase games, den building and outdoor play.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 3.00pm

Football Skills and Drills camp for ages 5 to 13 years

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

North East Dance are providing FREE Dance and Fitness Sessions for those who are in receipt of FREE school meals.

Session for children aged 5-8 years old.

To book email Clare Thompson at clare@northeastdance.com

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Ready for the best holiday ever? 

🏉☀️ Our HAF multi-sport programme is designed for children and young people from low-income households/on Free school meals. 

We are hosting a series of activity days where children eligible for free school meals can come down to Newcastle College Sports Hall, have loads of fun, eat nutritious food, make new friends and stay active at no cost. 

If you know anyone who would benefit or would like to sign someone up, please follow the link below!

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Boccia is simple to pick up, highly inclusive and great fun. Join us for fun training activities, friendly games and a welcoming group atmosphere.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

With thanks to StreetGames, we are offering 8 FREE days of forest school in Benwell. These sessions are for children and young people who receive benefit-related free school meals. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

6 days of fun, friendly activities here at NUCASTLE

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

We offer a free camp for children entitled to means tested free school meals. We deliver a range of activities including Arts & Crafts, Dance, Fitness, Board Games and more. We offer a free hot meal and ask that children bring their own water bottle.

For ages 7 - 11 years.

To book: Please complete a registration form from your school (St Michael's & St Paul's) 

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do.

Tuesday 7 April 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.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 10.40am to 12.40pm

A subtitled screening of the film Hoppers. For anyone that has a hearing impairment.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 11.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for a free Easter themed arts/crafts, movement workshops, HealthWorks providing healthy indoor picnic lunch, and sensory activities for SEND young people and families in Newcastle.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 11.00am to 4.00pm

EMTEP's HYPE (Helping Young People Evolve) HAF Spring 2026 programme for ages 8-16yrs provides enrichment, physical activity, alongside informal learning of healthy eating and balanced lifestyles. Hype provides both centre-based and outdoor activities. These include educational support, self-development workshops, group activities sports, team games, excursions, and trips. All is underpinned by EMTEP’s mentoring and befriending engagement with positive BAME role models.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

We offer exciting and engaging activities.  

Some of the activities are

  • Table Tennis
  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Air Hockey
  • Art and Craft

We have a calming space for children to chillout.

We provide hot nutritious healthy meals.

We visit the parks and other interesting places.

For ages 5 - 16 years

To book: Email: newcastleboosterclub@yahoo.com with details of your child

 

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

We run a fun  Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 - 12  years where, 

  • You can take part in arts and crafts
  • You can join cooking activities
  • You can play games with others
  • You can take part in sports
  • You get a healthy snack each day 
  • You can spend time with friends

 You can also make new friends, there is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.

Free open access session  - No booking required

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 12.00pm

For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Come join in the holiday fun with us at Denton Youth & Community Project. We have a range of fun activities for ages 7-16. Yummy food will be provided at all sessions.

Tuesday 7th April Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4, 

Wednesday 8th April Toon Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm, 

Thursday 9th April Teens Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,

To book: Email sara@dycp.org.uk

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

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 

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 5.00pm

We offer a range of offsite activities including: swimming, trampolining, horse-riding, parks, assault courses. We provide a nutritious packed lunch with fresh ingredients. We use a mini bus to transport children and young people to the activity.

These sessions are open to young people from 8 - 18 years who are already current users of the project.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

We’re running Easter sessions for local kids. You can join us for games, crafts, and time outdoors. We also take short trips to places nearby. The sessions are free and include a free lunch for children who get free school meals. Each session lasts 4 hours. Trips need to be booked and your consent before we go. We keep things friendly and calm so the kids can relax and enjoy the day.

For ages 8 to 16 years.

To book: Email contacts: pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 5.00pm

Amazing free holiday activities (Table Tennis, dancing, cycling, football, street cricket and trips to trampoline and soft play for both kids and young people) for children and young people within the African community (5-17 years old) in physical activities, enrichment activities and serve free meals to all.

To book: Contact us on phone or email

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Easter has landed at Jobes Gym!

Join us for a fantastic Easter experience at the gym with 4 free sessions on Tuesday, April 7th, Thursday, April 9th, Tuesday, April 14th, and Thursday, April 16th! 

Enjoy a blend of fun, games, and fitness activities, plus a delicious hot meal included. If your child is entitled to free school meals, be sure to DM our socials to secure their spot. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

To book: Please message our Social Media Pages to book your place

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

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.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

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 7 - 16 years

To book: see Facebook page

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.30pm to 3.30pm

A safe space to chat about men's issues and meet new people. For adults (18+) with a learning disability and autistic people.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.30pm to 4.00pm

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.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Support for parents with a child aged 5 to 17 waiting for a neurodevelopmental assessment with Children and Young People's Service (CYPS).

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 2.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 2.00pm to 6.00pm

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.

Tuesday 7 April 2026, 2.30pm to 4.30pm

A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on April 5th 2026