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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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A friendly group for carers of young children. 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 the wonderful Susanna Meese for some musical storytelling featuring The Musicians of Newcastle.
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.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
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
Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.
Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.
Our Summer HAF programme includes trips, physical activities and enrichment sessions.
Join us for a range of activities this summer. For children aged 5+.
Join us for our exciting summer holiday club designed especially for children on free school meals! Every Tuesday and Thursday from 12 to 3 PM, we’ll provide a delicious hot meal, along with fresh fruit and water to keep everyone energized. The afternoons will be packed with fun games, engaging activities, and the chance to learn boxing skills in a friendly environment. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends, stay active, and enjoy a summer filled with laughter and learning. Don't miss out on the fun—come and join us!
Open for age 7 to 16 years.
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.
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.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
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.
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).
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
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:
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.
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.
Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment. For parents and carers of babies 0-2 years old.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. Including music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Get your face painted while bopping to your favourite K-Pop songs
Sessions for parents and carers with children aged 3- 5
Join the wonderful Susanna Meese for some musical storytelling featuring The Musicians of Newcastle.
Session 1: Make A Difference - outreach activities project
Session 2: Gaming/E-sports
Children 8 years and over.
To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704
A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.
Our ukulele group is designed for children who may have started exploring the ukulele in school during whole class sessions.
For ages 11 to 16 years
Playing Steel Pans is a great way to make new friends & play fun songs without needing to be able to read music. For Children aged 9+
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.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs for children aged 4+
For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in further education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead. No appointment, referral or diagnosis needed. Just come along.
Newcastle united Foundation provides professional disability football coaching for adults and children with a range of disabilities through an inclusive approach to sport.
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.
Junior After School Group for ages 8 to 11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Come and join one of our free Lego Clubs at your local library. Suitable for ages 4+, children must be supervised by a parent or carer.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 16 year olds
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Folk Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for young people aged 7 to 13.
Community street cricket session which runs every Thursday evening at NUcastle.
Charlton Girls session will be full of fun, enriching activities and games. Everyone will get a healthy meal too. For ages 11 to 16 years.
Come and have fun in a group that includes playing outdoors, craft and food.
Printed on July 14th 2026