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 25 February 2026, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 9.15am to 10.30am

Lots of activities including messy play and free snacks and juice.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 9.30am to 1.30pm

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

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 9.30am to 1.00pm

Benefits support and advice

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

A fun filled stay and play session, baby area available. This session includes sensory play, a toast snack and a singalong.
Adults must supervise singalong.

Wednesday 25 February 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

A group for adults only, where the activities are led by you. A great opportunity to meet other local adults.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Helpful workshops and one-to-one appointments for parents and carers. Gives practical advice about supporting children with autism.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Advice for parent carers about the support available for children or young people with additional needs who attend mainstream settings.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Northumbria Police will deliver a session focusing on the different routes into becoming a qualified police officer. With several options available including a degree level apprenticeship, this myth-busting event will help support and widen students’ understanding and knowledge whilst giving
access to real-life police officers for informal discussion around what the job really entails.
Lunch provided.

Suitable for students: 

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Helpful workshops and one-to-one appointments for parents and carers. Gives practical advice about supporting children with autism.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 4.30pm

Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

Join our playful classes, that will get you and your little one moving together in fun and creative ways.

Wednesday 25 February 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming group for ages 12 - 24 months.
Enjoy free play, singing and snack time.

Wednesday 25 February 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.

Wednesday 25 February 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

Support for Newcastle families with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join in with this online and low-impact exercise session. For people with Down's Syndrome aged 14+ and their families.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 25 February 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

A group for parents and carers of children aged 2 to 5 with autism. No referral or diagnosis is needed.

Wednesday 25 February 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.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 12.51pm to 12.51pm

Learn outdoor and gardening skills at the community allotment in Byker. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

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

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A friendly group to support communication for 1-2 year olds

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Early Words Together. A group of children aged up to 5 years. We give the opportunity to borrow toys from our Toy Library loan service. Early Words Together is also delivered here. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 2.30pm to 3.45pm

Gentle and friendly walks around Newcastle. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 2.30pm to 5.00pm

This is a group of lads who are new to the project.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 3.00pm to 5.30pm

A fun, weekly girls youth session. This is a youth led group.

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 3.00pm to 7.15pm

Monday -  3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

                 Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project

                 Session 2: Homework club

Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project

                  Session 2: Creative crafts

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Wednesday 25 February 2026, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Gosforth Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for children from Year 3 up to Year 8, primarily from first and middle schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s open to complete beginners right through to experienced players. We get together to learn new pieces and develop as musicians, gaining valuable musicianship skills and a good sense of ensemble. 

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on February 12th 2026