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 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.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
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
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
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
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
Stopping smoking is one of the best things you can do for you and your baby. Quitting is most successful with the right support.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old.
Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank
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
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.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A friendly and relaxed group to enjoy with your children, for chrildren with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed
We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 -12 years where,
There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
Come along as a family to enjoy cooking, arts & crafts, sports and games.
To book: https://sportfin.io/simplified/activity/activity-2476-cheff-cooking-healthy-eating-fitness-fun/
This is a warm, caring and kind place because:
A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.
Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Gaming/E-sports
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
Children and young people with SEND can have fun at our trampoline park and soft play.
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.
Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions.
A space for girls to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Suitable for girls aged 10 - 12 years
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music. For Children aged 9+
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs for children aged 4+
Charlton Girls session will be full of fun, enriching activities and games. Everyone will get a healthy meal too.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16 year olds
Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library. Suitable for ages 4+, children must be supervised by a parent or carer.
Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 14.
Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7-13.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For ages 5 - 12 years. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday eveing at NUcastle.
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
Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.
Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school
Many children are known to us as they have waited years 'to turn 8'. They can also be siblings or children of those we have worked with over the years. Most attend local primary schools. New members are always welcome.
A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.
We run a fun relaxed Easter Girls Group for girls aged 11 - 16 years where,
You can also meet new people and build confidence and skills
Free open access session - No booking required
enquiries@inspireyouthtw.org 0191 264 1959
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions are for children aged 12+ and include football, cricket, tennis and more.
Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community. For children aged 12 - 17 years.