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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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Friday 4 September 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

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

Friday 4 September 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 - 11 years

Friday 4 September 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 4 September 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Friday 4 September 2026, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 4 September 2026, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 4 September 2026, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Young People MUST be residents of Byker.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.

Friday 4 September 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

Friday 4 September 2026, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!

Friday 4 September 2026, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.

Friday 4 September 2026, 5.00pm to 6.30pm

Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.

Friday 4 September 2026, 5.00pm to 8.00pm

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

Friday 4 September 2026, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

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

Friday 4 September 2026, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school

Friday 4 September 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 5 September 2026, 9.00am to 10.00am

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 9.30am to 10.15am

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 9.45am to 11.30am

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

A social get together for warm and friendly chat while carrying out crafts

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Free day visits for young people aged 11-16 from Newcastle and nearby areas

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at Ouseburn Farm! Each week, small groups of young people will spend a day discovering life on our working city farm - meeting the animals, getting stuck into gardening, and exploring the outdoors.

You’ll get the chance to:

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Saturday 5 September 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.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 10.45am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 5 September 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 5 September 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 5 September 2026, 11.00am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 5 September 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 5 September 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 5 September 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

There are new crafts to enjoy every week and all materials are provided. Once a month

Saturday 5 September 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 5 September 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 5 September 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 5 September 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 5 September 2026, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

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

Saturday 5 September 2026, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

A family friendly and inclusive outdoor activity session. Enjoy art, music and movement surrounded by nature. For disabled and non-disabled children and their families.

Saturday 5 September 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on April 17th 2026