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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Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

For children aged 6 to 12 years.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 3.00pm

Join us for games, crafts, movies and sports

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 12 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/

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us this summer to explore healthy transitions. For young people aged 13 to 16 years (up to 18 years with SEND).

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.15am to 12.45pm

Learn outdoor and gardening skills at the community allotment in Byker. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

Join our playful classes, that will get you and your little one moving together in fun and creative ways.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming group for ages 12 to 24 months.
Enjoy free play, singing and snack time.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

Join our giraffe mascot called Fudge at our pop up hospital event. Enjoy fun interactive activities from many different organisations. This is a free drop in event so no booking required!

Wednesday 12 August 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.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join in with this online and low-impact exercise session. For people with Down's Syndrome aged 14+ and their families.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding, breast feeding and weaning.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

Join us for a free Family Festival, packed with fun activities for children and families to enjoy! There will be a variety of stalls, sports, arts and crafts, inflatables, a foam party, and plenty more exciting activities throughout the day.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

We run a fun relaxed Summer Youth Club for children aged 5 -11 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

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

Book via the website or turn up on the day. 

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

For ages 5 to 12 years.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

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.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 11.00am to 3.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

One hour in the pool with inflatables and one hour in the café. For children aged 5 to 16.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Our Summer HAF programme includes trips, physical activities and enrichment sessions.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

One hour in the pool with inflatables and one hour in the cafe.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.00pm to 3.00pm

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.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

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.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

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.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

We offer a range of sports and enrichment activities for 8-16 years across 4 weeks of the summer. We are a small friendly provider based in Elswick. Our team are happy to answer any questions you might have.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A friendly group to support communication for 1 to 2 year olds

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Bring your child along for lots of fun, messy activities. Activities can include gloop, paint, playdough, pasta play and more.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Our group is focused on providing sessions for all children under 5 and their parents or grandparents. We give the opportunity to borrow toys from our Toy Library loan service. Baby area Physical Play Healthy Snack Music/song time 

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

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

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

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.

Wednesday 12 August 2026, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on July 14th 2026