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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Tuesday 3 March 2026, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

An inclusive youth group for young people with physical, sensory, and learning disabilities. Have fun in a safe environment.

Tuesday 3 March 2026, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

A friendly environment for women aged 16-29 to improve their health and wellbeing at our free football sessions.

Tuesday 3 March 2026, 6.30pm to 8.30pm

Newcastle Youth Choir is an exciting youth choir open to young people aged 10-18, whether they are complete beginners to singing or experienced singers in or outside of school. 

Through the course of the year, we learn a wide variety of different styles of music in our regular rehearsals. We also prepare for a number of public performances. 

Wednesday 4 March 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.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 8.30am to 9.00am

Come and try our tasty home-made food! We have breakfast buns, soup, paninis, quiche, hot drinks, fresh salads and more. We can also make buffets for your parties or events – just ask us to find out more!

Wednesday 4 March 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.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.15am to 10.30am

Lots of activities including messy play and free snacks and juice.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.15am to 12.00pm

NE1 CAN and Newcastle Hospitals Trust will bring together around 10 departments from within the Allied Health Professionals sector, giving young people the opportunity to find out about ‘other’ qualified careers within the NHS. Expect to interact with Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, Physiotherapy and lots of others with the word ‘therapy’ at the end of the job title!

Suitable for students:

  • Wishing to work in the NHS
  • Keen to learn about professional careers
  • Capable of studying at degree level

120 Spaces 

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.30am 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 4 March 2026, 9.30am to 11.00am

A fun filled stay and play session, baby area available. This session includes sensory play, a toast snack and a singalong.
Adults must supervise singalong.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.30am to 1.00pm

Benefits support and advice

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.30am to 1.30pm

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

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 9.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Helpful workshops and one-to-one appointments for parents and carers. Gives practical advice about supporting children with autism.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 11.45am

We are inviting families to Mini Wonders. A free 8 week activity programme at the Hancock museum for children aged 2 - 4 years and their main carers.

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 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.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Drop in to talk with us about sexual health and relationships. There will be a learning disability sexual health nurse there too.

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

Where every woman belongs. A welcoming space for women from all backgrounds to connect, share and celebrate together.

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

Learn to speak up for yourself and others. For people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

A group for parents and carers of children aged 2 to 5 with autism. No referral or diagnosis is needed.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 12.51pm to 12.51pm

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

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Early Words Together. A group of children aged up to 5 years. We give the opportunity to borrow toys from our Toy Library loan service. Early Words Together is also delivered here. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Wednesday 4 March 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 4 March 2026, 1.30pm to 3.30pm

Talk to a worker one-to-one about your caring role. There's no need to book an appointment - just turn up.

Wednesday 4 March 2026, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on January 12th 2026