Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
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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Join us this summer to explore healthy transitions. For young people aged 13 to 16 years (up to 18 years with SEND).
Summer Fun at FAR, providing a range of activities for children and young people from the Fenham area.
Have fun at this sports workshop and try some tennis or badminton. It's a chance to try new things, make new friends and see new places.
For children aged 5 to 10 years old. Join us this summer for lots of fun activities.
We're back this Summer with our Holiday Club. Sessions are for children aged 5–12. Children attend without their grown-ups (sorry adults!). We run sessions at Benwell Nature Reserve. Sessions run from 10am to 2pm. You can book single days or multiple days. Your child can take part in: fire lighting whittling and tool use den building woodland crafts nature walks and exploring games and team activities Each day, children help prepare and cook food on the fire. This builds confidence and independence.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.
For children aged 6 to 12 years.
Childcare for the holidays.
Summer football camp
Sessions for parents and carers with children aged 0 - 2
Come and join our fun and inclusive swimming sessions for all abilities.
Join us for a super fun day at the Active Kids Summer Activity Camp 2026 for 7 to 11 year olds!
North East Dance are providing FREE Dance and Fitness Sessions for those who are in receipt of FREE school meals.
Session for children aged 8 to 12 years old.
To book, email Clare Thompson at clare@northeastdance.com
This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:
Call in and talk about your application to Newcastle Homes. We can help with banding and uploading documents to your application.
For children aged 5 to 13 years.
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.
Join us for games, crafts, movies and sports
Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals. Your child can enjoy:
- Arts and crafts
- Football
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Dodgeball
- Nerf Games
- Tag Games
- Den Building
- Team challenges and lots more fun activities.
We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities.
We are providing children and young people the opportunity to participate in wide range of different sports and activities throughout the day including archery, dodgeball, football, gymnastics and more, as well as providing a substantial, healthy meal and snacks. We also deliver enrichment sessions based around healthy eating, cooking and outdoor adventure activities so the children can learn to lead a health, active lifestyle.
For ages 4 - 16 years.
For ages 5 to 14 years
A free service for parents/carers of children at any stage of their autism journey. Get support, advice and information on services available to you.
For ages 5 to 13 years.
Boccia is simple to pick up, highly inclusive and great fun. Join us for fun training activities, friendly games and a welcoming group atmosphere.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
Join us for a super fun day at the Active Kids Summer Activity Camp 2026!
Multi-sport camps packed with energy, skill-building and non-stop fun. Expert coaches, incredible activities and unforgettable experiences for children aged 5–12 across the North East. Your child will be counting down the days to come back.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
We will be offering a safe and welcome environment for children to attend and participate in a range of physical and educational activities.
For ages 4-12
Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals. Your child can enjoy:
- Arts and crafts
- Football
- Basketball
- Hockey
- Dodgeball
- Nerf Games
- Tag Games
- Den Building
- Team challenges and lots more fun activities.
We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities.
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.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Join us this summer for fun, friendship, and exciting activities designed especially for children and young people with SEND ages 11 to 18 years!
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
A group for all parents and carers welcoming a new baby.
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
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).
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
This year we will be offering Summer drop-in sessions for children and young people. We have three different sessions for age related. All sessions will include pool party's, themed food, crafts, sports, team games and challenges, cooking.
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.
Join us for a range of activities this summer. For children aged 5+.
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
Join us for a variety of fun activities and a healthy lunch. For children with children aged 4+ with SEND.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
For ages 5 to 12 years
No vacation? Then join us at the centre on an art venture! For children and adults with disabilities, and their families.
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.
Printed on July 14th 2026