Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
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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A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Fun activities to support early language development. For 3 to 4 year olds.
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.
A culturally diverse group which meets every week to help families from across the world create a support network in their local community
Join us for an afternoon of multi-sport for children and young people with SEND aged 8 plus years.
A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.
For pre-walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.
Detached youth work in Walker
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.
Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football, Arts and Crafts
Come along and swap books and toys with your friends
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Club.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.
Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 to 11 years
Come along and swap books and toys with your friends
Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Weekly kickboxing sessions for residents of Byker.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.
Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!
A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.
Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.
This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school
A safe space for young people aged between 11 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.
Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.
New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.
A monthly workshops for deaf young people age 5 to 12 years. Try out writing, storytelling, acting, lighting and backstage skill.
Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.
A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.
Free day visits for young people aged 11 to 16 from Newcastle and nearby areas
Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.
Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.
Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years
Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.
Printed on May 16th 2026