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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Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

For ages 5 to 14 Years.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Take part in street art at Manors Station. It's a chance to try new things, make new friends and see new places.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 12.30pm

Call in and talk about your application to Newcastle Homes. We can help with banding and uploading documents to your application.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

A weekly safe space for parents and carers of children with SEND. Drop in to chat, share and support each other.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.00am to 3.00pm

For ages 8 to 13 years.

Each morning will begin at 10:00 and finish at approximately 15:00. On the days of trips the timings may be slightly different but this will be communicated well in advance. 

The day is split into morning and afternoon activities. The mornings will be fun, interactive and creative activities. Such as: drones, coding, building towers, games, arts, gardening and languages. 

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 6 August 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.

Thursday 6 August 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.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.00am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

Join the wonderful Susanna Meese for some musical storytelling featuring The Musicians of Newcastle.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 6 August 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, suitable for ages 5 and under.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

EMTEP's HYPE (Helping Young People Evolve) HAF Summer 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.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

Newcastle Booster Club Summer HAF is fun and engaging. We offer exciting and engaging activities.  

Some of the activities are

  • Badminton
  • Basketball
  • Air-hockey
  • Arts and crafts
  • Organised trips to nearby parks, the aquarium, bowling, minigolf and Adventureland. 

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 to 16 years

Thursday 6 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

We deliver inclusive fun and engaging sports sessions. These take place on young peoples doorsteps. Our staff are local people, they have a passion to support young people and try make a long lasting impact in the communities we operate in.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 11.30am to 12.30pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Join us for a range of activities this summer. For children aged 5+.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.00pm to 3.00pm

Join us for our exciting summer holiday club designed especially for children on free school meals! Every Tuesday and Thursday from 12 to 3 PM, we’ll provide a delicious hot meal, along with fresh fruit and water to keep everyone energized. The afternoons will be packed with fun games, engaging activities, and the chance to learn boxing skills in a friendly environment. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends, stay active, and enjoy a summer filled with laughter and learning. Don't miss out on the fun—come and join us!

Open for age 7 to 16 years.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

We deliver inclusive fun and engaging sports sessions. These take place on young peoples doorsteps. Our staff are local people, they have a passion to support young people and try make a long lasting impact in the communities we operate in.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Our Summer HAF programme includes trips, physical activities and enrichment sessions.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Fun sessions and activities at Skills for People. For adults aged 18+ with a learning disability and autistic people.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

We deliver inclusive fun and engaging sports sessions. These take place on young peoples doorsteps. Our staff are local people, they have a passion to support young people and try make a long lasting impact in the communities we operate in.

Thursday 6 August 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.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

We deliver inclusive fun and engaging sports sessions. These take place on young peoples doorsteps. Our staff are local people, they have a passion to support young people and try make a long lasting impact in the communities we operate in.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm 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

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old. 

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.30pm to 2.00pm

A friendly and relaxed group to enjoy with your children, for chrildren with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed

Thursday 6 August 2026, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

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.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Get your face painted while bopping to your favourite K-Pop songs

Thursday 6 August 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Join the wonderful Susanna Meese for some musical storytelling featuring The Musicians of Newcastle.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 3.00pm to 7.15pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 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.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 3.30pm to 5.30pm

We deliver inclusive fun and engaging sports sessions. These take place on young peoples doorsteps. Our staff are local people, they have a passion to support young people and try make a long lasting impact in the communities we operate in.

Thursday 6 August 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Thursday 6 August 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for girls to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Suitable for girls aged 10 - 12 years

Thursday 6 August 2026, 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. For Children aged 9+

Thursday 6 August 2026, 3.45pm to 5.00pm

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs for children aged 4+

Thursday 6 August 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For ages 5 to 12 years. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on July 2nd 2026