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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Wednesday 8 April 2026, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Band open to children of all abilities. Come along and join us!

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Come along and join us for choir practice!

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Nine Voices is an alternative choir for young people aged 14-18 in the North East.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm 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

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

A free contemporary dance class. For young people with learning disabilities aged 14 to 24 who enjoy dance.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

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.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Our squad brings passion, dedication and heart to every match. This is inclusive football, players of all abilities are welcomed with open arms.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 5.30pm to 7.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For young people aged 11+ years

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Young people can come and make friends and take part in activities such as sport, arts and crafts and team building.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 6.30pm to 8.45pm

A youth club for young disabled people aged 16 to 25. Socialise, chill and enjoy activities including art, drama, and crafts.

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 6.30pm to 8.00pm

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

Wednesday 8 April 2026, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Detached sessions allow the North Benwell Youth Project to engage with potential users and meet young people and teenagers on the streets of Benwell.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 11.00am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
This includes mothers, fathers, childminders or carers. They all come together in their own community with their children who are under the age of 5.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Get support to look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 11.00am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. With music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

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: 

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 5.00pm

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.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 11.00am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers babies and young children under the age of 5.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.00am to 1.00pm

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.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.15am to 10.30am

Come along for a free tasty breakfast to meet other parents and carers with young children under the age of 5

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am 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.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

No appointment necessary for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 3.00pm

Our Camps aim to ensure children are active throughout the day whilst developing both their football and personal skills. 

This includes building confidence, teamwork, and resilience, helping us develop the children as both players and people. 

What's included? 

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A place for parents and carers to chat and mutually support each other. This takes place at the Tim Lamb Children's Centre.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 2.30pm

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people in school and college environments.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 1.30pm

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 3.00pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 4.00pm

Helping support you look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.45am to 11.15am

A free pre-school support group for families with young children who have neurological or motor disorders (such as cerebral palsy). It provides a range of fun, nurturing, sensory based activities.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 9.45am to 11.45am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Thursday 9 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Get ready for an action-packed Easter at SoccerWorld Newcastle!

Keep the kids active, happy and entertained over the holidays with our exciting mix of sports and creative activities.  Our multi-sport camp is bursting with fun, including football, dodgeball, tennis and loads more!

Every day brings friendly competitions, chances to win prizes, opportunities to earn certificates and trophies, plus children can show off their creativity in our trophy design contest.  

Thursday 9 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!

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on April 18th 2026