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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Saturday 11 April 2026, 11.00am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 11 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 11 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

Saturday 11 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 11 April 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 11 April 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

A free and relaxed social event for all people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).

Saturday 11 April 2026, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.

Saturday 11 April 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Saturday 11 April 2026, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 11 April 2026, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

Come and join in the fun with a game of Bingo!

Saturday 11 April 2026, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for young people aged 11 - 16 years where, 

  • You can take part in arts and crafts
  • You can play games
  • You can join sports activities
  • You get a healthy snack 
  • You can chill with your friends

You can also meet new people.  There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun. 

Free open access session  - No booking required

enquiries@inspireyouthtw.org 0191 264 1959

Saturday 11 April 2026, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Saturday 11 April 2026, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for young people aged 11 - 16 years where, 

  • You can take part in arts and crafts
  • You can play games
  • You can join sports activities
  • You get a healthy snack
  • You can chill with your friends
  • You can also meet new people

There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.

 

Free open access session  - No booking required

Sunday 12 April 2026, 9.00am to 5.00pm

A haven for not only great exercise but socialising as well. For people with learning disabilities and parents/carers.

Sunday 12 April 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Anyone with sensory needs can enjoy Life Science Centre with reduced lighting and sound levels.

Sunday 12 April 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Children and young people with disabilities can enjoy the facilities at Tim Lamb Centre. This includes their soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play garden.

Sunday 12 April 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.

Sunday 12 April 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.

Monday 13 April 2026, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.

Monday 13 April 2026, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.00am to 12.00pm

Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring proof of ID and income, and your own bags.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.00am to 12.00pm

We deliver cricket sessions for children aged 6-11 who receive free school meals in the Newcastle Council area.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.00am to 11.00am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
This includes mothers, fathers, childminders or carers. They all come together in their own community with their children who are under the age of 5.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Join us this Easter at Blue Flames. We run fun holiday activity days. Your child can play, create, and learn. We welcome children aged 5–12. Sessions run during the Easter holidays. 

Everything happens in a safe environment. Your child will enjoy: 

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music and things to get young ones moving.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join us for free coffee

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 1.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

A friendly group for carers of young children under 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, and young children under the age of 5.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

Fun messy activities for children 0-5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

This parent and toddler group is a welcoming and friendly group of adults for women only.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities for ages 0- 5 year olds

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 3.00pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.45am to 11.15am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 9.45am to 11.45am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for fun this Easter. We run holiday activity days. Your child can try many activities: arts and crafts, basketball, football, and hockey, dodgeball, nerf battles, tag and chase games, den building and outdoor play.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on April 18th 2026