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 8 August 2026, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

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

Sunday 9 August 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

Sunday 9 August 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 9 August 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

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

Sunday 9 August 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.

Monday 10 August 2026, 8.30am to 4.30pm

The Newcastle Health Visiting service (0-19 service) are very excited to announce that we now have another self weigh facility for parents to use to weigh their baby.

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

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

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

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

Join us on Mondays for fun activities, crafts, songs and healthy snacks. For children aged 0 to 4 years.

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 5.30pm

We are running two centre events, Circus workshop and a rave with bouncy castle, disco and entertainer.

For ages 5 - 16 years.

These sessions vary over the summer holidays and are held on Mondays and Fridays on varying morning and afternoon sessions, between the hours of 9.30am to 5.30pm. For more information and to book, call the centre on 0191 261 6027. 

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 3.00pm

We provide a fun, positive and engaging environment helping children develop as both players and people.

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 1.30pm

Join us for a fun and active summer. Children will take part in exciting activities. They will learn new skills and make friends.

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 5.30pm

We are hosting nine coach trips to various locations over the summer. A nutritious packed lunch for all children and parents/carers will be provided. 

For ages 5 - 16 years.

These sessions vary over the summer holidays and are held on Mondays and Fridays on varying morning and afternoon sessions, between the hours of 9.30am to 5.30pm. For more information and to book, call the centre on 0191 261 6027. 

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 10 August 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 10 August 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 10 August 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 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 3.00pm

Summer football camp

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.45am

A fun filled session with music, singing, dancing, and sensory exploration. Come along and make new friends.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Take part in a theatre workshop and watch a family friendly Shakespeare performance. It's a chance to try new things, make new friends and see new places.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our HAF camp offers a fun-filled day of multi-sport and activities for children, covering everything from cricket, football and dodgeball to drawing and interactive workshops.  The day is packed with a range of activities designed to keep young people active, engaged and having fun.  Food is also provided.

We are delivering cricket sessions for children aged 6 to 12 who receive free school meals in the Newcastle Council area! 

To book: https://www.cricketqube.com/pages/book

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

A general level class for Yoga.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 4.30pm

Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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.

To book: https://sportfin.io/clubs/elitepeandwellbeing/

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

For children aged 5 to 10 years old. Join us this summer for lots of fun activities.

Monday 10 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for a fun summer holiday club at Newcastle University Sport Centre. For ages 8 to 16.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on July 15th 2026