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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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.
We provide a safe space for the children aged 5-10 years to explore and join in with activities that interest them and encourage them to try new activities.
We're excited to offer fun, inclusive summer sessions for children and young people with SEND at Hadrian School aged 3 to 12 years old!
Pre-school aged disabled children can enjoy the soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play at Tim Lamb Children's Centre.
Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session. We are open to every child that is a multiple and their familes under 5
Summer Fun at FAR, providing a range of activities for children and young people from the Fenham area.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Come along and try a range of adapted bikes. Learn to cycle and ride in a safe environment both indoor and outdoor. For adults with disabilities.
Join us for a range of activities this summer. For children aged 5+.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
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.
Come along if you would like to learn more about safe sex and masturbation. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Our Summer HAF programme includes trips, physical activities and enrichment sessions.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities.
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 and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).
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:
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.
Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group.
Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.
These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for ages 0 to 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project
Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers
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.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Junior After School Group for ages 8 to 11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
The perfect place to meet new friends, have fun and get free confidential advice and information
Weekly boxing sessions. For ages 12 to 19 years.
Fun sport and friendly boccia session for SEND/disabled children and adults.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.