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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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Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
8 days of fun activities for children aged 5-8, 9-12 and 13-19, a mixed of trips, centre based arts and crafts.
To book: EMAIL farcentre@btconnect.com or inbox our social media.
Please note that we are currently fully booked, places on our reserve list only, no walk in's, places need to be prebooked.
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Ready for the best holiday ever?
🏉☀️ Our Easter HAF multi-sport programme provides fun and exciting activity days for children and young people from low-income households.
We are hosting a series of camps, where children eligible for free school meals can come down to Kingston Park, eat nutritious food, make new friends and stay active at no cost.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
We offer exciting and engaging activities.
Some of the activities are
- Table Tennis
- Badminton
- Basketball
- Air Hockey
- Art and Craft
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 - 16 years
To book: Email: newcastleboosterclub@yahoo.com with details of your child
Join us for a free Easter themed arts/crafts, movement workshops, HealthWorks providing healthy indoor picnic lunch, and sensory activities for SEND young people and families in Newcastle.
We run a fun Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 - 12 years where,
- You can take part in arts and crafts
- You can join cooking activities
- You can play games with others
- You can take part in sports
- You get a healthy snack each day
- You can spend time with friends
You can also make new friends, there is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
EMTEP's HYPE (Helping Young People Evolve) HAF Spring 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.
We’re running Easter sessions for local kids. You can join us for games, crafts, and time outdoors. We also take short trips to places nearby. The sessions are free and include a free lunch for children who get free school meals. Each session lasts 4 hours. Trips need to be booked and your consent before we go. We keep things friendly and calm so the kids can relax and enjoy the day.
For ages 8 to 16 years.
To book: Email contacts: pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com
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
Come join in the holiday fun with us at Denton Youth & Community Project. We have a range of fun activities for ages 7-16. Yummy food will be provided at all sessions.
Tuesday 7th April Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4,
Wednesday 8th April Toon Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,
Thursday 9th April Teens Coastal Scavenger Hunt 12-4pm,
To book: Email sara@dycp.org.uk
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
We offer a range of offsite activities including: swimming, trampolining, horse-riding, parks, assault courses. We provide a nutritious packed lunch with fresh ingredients. We use a mini bus to transport children and young people to the activity.
These sessions are open to young people from 8 - 18 years who are already current users of the project.
An Infant massage course to learn how to massage your baby.
For babies: 6 weeks - crawling
5 Week course, contact 0191 272 7824 to book a place
Easter has landed at Jobes Gym!
Join us for a fantastic Easter experience at the gym with 4 free sessions on Tuesday, April 7th, Thursday, April 9th, Tuesday, April 14th, and Thursday, April 16th!
Enjoy a blend of fun, games, and fitness activities, plus a delicious hot meal included. If your child is entitled to free school meals, be sure to DM our socials to secure their spot. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!
To book: Please message our Social Media Pages to book your place
Enjoy a range of fun activities including arts, crafts, nature activities, alpaca care, and cooking. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 7 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Book in for a chat with a Careers Advisor.
Support for parents with a child aged 5 to 17 waiting for a neurodevelopmental assessment with Children and Young People's Service (CYPS).
A safe space to chat about men's issues and meet new people. For adults (18+) with a learning disability and autistic people.
We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.
For ages 12 - 16 years
To book: see Facebook page
We will be delivering family & youth sessions for our current young people who are registered. If you are interested in registering with us please get in touch. Lots of spring themed activities on offer.
A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
We run a fun Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 - 7 years where,
- You can do arts and crafts
- You can play fun sports games
- You can join group play activities
- You get a healthy snack each day
We help you try new things. You can build confidence and skills. Come and have lots of fun. Play laugh and make friends.
Free open access session - No booking required
enquiries@inspireyouthtw.org 0191 264 1959
We run a fun Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 -12 years where,
- You can try arts and crafts
- You can join cooking activities
- You can play games with others
- You can take part in sports
- You get a healthy snack each day
- You can spend time with friends
You can also make new friends There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.
Free open access session - No booking required
Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Homework club
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
We will be delivering family & youth sessions for our current young people who are registered. If you are interested in registering with us please get in touch. Lots of spring themed activities on offer.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Those wishing to sign up can contact Rachel - rachel@prideactionnorth.org.uk - 07378492807 or Spike - plusgroupne@gmail.com - 07495836069
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Printed on April 17th 2026