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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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Thursday 16 September 2027, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

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

St Francis Church Hall Cleveland Gardens NE7 7QH United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.

Newcastle Trampoline Park And Gym West Road Newcastle Upon Tyne NE4 9LG United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 3.15pm to 4.15pm

Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions and would like to progress further, perhaps alongside more experienced players. It’s a great opportunity to meet new friends from other schools and work together to create some fantastic arrangements of music, featuring a wide variety of different styles. 

WESTBOURNE AVENUE St Albans Catholic Primary School Walker NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE6 4HQ United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music! You'll learn a varied mix of music from traditional Caribbean, 60's Rock 'n' Roll, 80' pop classics to modern chart toppers. We welcome young people from Year 5 upwards. 

The group leader is Louise Brydon, the Music Director from the Newcastle All Stars Steel Orchestra, one of the longest running Steel Bands in the North East.  

HAREWOOD ROAD Gosforth East Middle School Gosforth NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE3 5JT United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

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

Healthworks Health Resource Centre Adelaide Terrace Newcastle Upon Tyne NE4 8BE United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Newcastle City Council High Heaton Library Newton Place Newcastle Upon Tyne NE7 7HD United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 3.45pm to 5.00pm

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

Walker Activity Dome And Library Wharrier St NE6 3BR United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 14.

NUCASTLE Diana Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 6BQ United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 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.

West End U R C Church Lanercost Drive Newcastle Upon Tyne NE5 2DE United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library.

Newcastle City Council City Library Charles Avison Building 33 NE1 8AX United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16.

NUCASTLE Diana Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 6BQ United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 4.45pm

Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7-13. Whether you know just three or four notes on your instrument, or you are an experienced player, you will enjoy working together to create some energetic arrangements of famous folk tunes. 

During rehearsals, you will have the opportunity to develop your musicianship further with plenty of opportunity to explore sight reading and ensemble skills. Students are given sheet music for their own parts to take home and practice.  

ATKINSON ROAD West Newcastle Academy NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE4 8XT United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

105 James Street Elswick Newcastle Upon Tyne NE4 7RP United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday eveing at NUcastle.

NUCASTLE Diana Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE4 6BQ United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

For 13-19 year olds. 'A safe space to get support from Youth Workers.'

Holy Spirit Church Dunblane Crescent Newcastle Upon Tyne NE5 2BE United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.

The Haven Halewood Avenue Newcastle Upon Tyne Newcastle Upon Tyne NE3 3RX United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

Create music in this inclusive group using technology. Suitable for complete beginners and more experienced musicians aged 12 to 18.

The Cluny 2 Lime Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2PQ United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.

Tim Lamb Centre The Rising Sun Country Park Whitley Road, Benton Newcastle upon Tyne NE12 9SS United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

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

Denton Youth & Community Project Ltd Hillhead Road Newcastle Upon Tyne NE5 1DN United Kingdom
Thursday 16 September 2027, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Galafield Family Hub Newbiggin Lane Newcastle upon Tyne NE5 1LZ United Kingdom
Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
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