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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Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.

Friday 31 July 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.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Meet up, make friends and explore the fantastic activities on offer at the centre. For children with additional needs.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our amazing HAF provision for 8 to 12 year olds.  There are amazing activities for everyone!

Everyday we have different activities in our zones.

Active zone - including sport, hip hop dancing, inflatables, forest activities, contemporary dance, martial arts, circus skills and more.

Nourish zone - Area focused on learning to cook from scratch and learn more about food and nutrition. 

Creation zone - activities such as graffiti, arts and crafts, woodwork, rock bank, DJing skills, science workshops, Ukelele workshops, singing and much more.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals.  Your child can enjoy:

  • Arts and crafts
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Hockey
  • Dodgeball
  • Nerf Games
  • Tag Games
  • Den Building 
  • Team challenges and lots more fun activities. 

We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities. 

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 3.00pm

For ages 8 to 13 years.

Each morning will begin at 10:00 and finish at approximately 15:00. On the days of trips the timings may be slightly different but this will be communicated well in advance. 

The day is split into morning and afternoon activities. The mornings will be fun, interactive and creative activities. Such as: drones, coding, building towers, games, arts, gardening and languages. 

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our holiday club is free for children who get free school meals.  Your child can enjoy:

  • Arts and crafts
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Hockey
  • Dodgeball
  • Nerf Games
  • Tag Games
  • Den Building 
  • Team challenges and lots more fun activities. 

We will also visit SafetyWorks where the children will learn new safety skills, build confidence and take part in fun activities. 

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Our group is welcoming, friendly women only group. We have wide range of toys and craft activities suitable for all children.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

North East Dance are providing FREE Dance and Fitness Sessions for those who are in receipt of FREE school meals.

Session for children aged 8 to 12 years old.

To book, email Clare Thompson at clare@northeastdance.com

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

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.15am to 11.45am

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

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups

Friday 31 July 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.

Friday 31 July 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.

Friday 31 July 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 31 July 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.

Friday 31 July 2026, 11.00am to 11.30am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Whether you’re looking to get active, try something new, or just meet new people, there’s something for everyone! For those aged 18+ with additional needs and disabilities.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

Fun activities to support early language development. For 3 to 4 year olds.

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.15pm to 1.15pm

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

Friday 31 July 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 4.30pm

Our Summer Dance Intensive offers a week of dance, creativity and performance for children and young people.  Led by professional choreographer, Michael Heatley, dancers will spend the week learning new skills.  They will be creating original movement and working together to make a brand new performance piece to share with family and friends at the end of the week.  Whether your young person already loves to dance, or is keen to try something new, this is a welcoming space to build confidence, make friends and be part of a creative team.

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

A culturally diverse group which meets every week to help families from across the world create a support network in their local community

Friday 31 July 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.

Friday 31 July 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

For pre-walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.

Friday 31 July 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

Friday 31 July 2026, 2.15pm to 3.15pm

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Detached youth work in Walker

Children 8 years and over.

To book contact: Siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com or Pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or call 07903 728884/07534448704

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football, Arts and Crafts

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Club.

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 to 11 years

Friday 31 July 2026, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions for residents of Byker.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 8.00pm

For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in full-time education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Friday 31 July 2026, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on June 24th 2026