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 26 May 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Join Calm Connections, a free wellbeing group for children aged 10-13 and their families.

Friday 26 May 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!

Friday 26 May 2028, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

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

Friday 26 May 2028, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Our Senior Youth Session at Gala Field is a free, open-access session for young people aged 13–19.

Saturday 27 May 2028, 9.30am to 10.15am

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Saturday 27 May 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.

Saturday 27 May 2028, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.

Saturday 27 May 2028, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

A family friendly and inclusive outdoor activity session. Enjoy art, music and movement surrounded by nature. For disabled and non-disabled children and their families.

Sunday 28 May 2028, 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 28 May 2028, 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 29 May 2028, 8.20am to 11.00am

A relaxing drop-in session to enjoy books, stories and songs together. Choose a book to take home, bring it back and swap for another on your next visit. Refreshments and snacks available.

Monday 29 May 2028, 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 29 May 2028, 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 29 May 2028, 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 29 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Free group for toddlers and their parents/carers. Join us for fun, activities, crafts, songs and healthy snacks!

Monday 29 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Struggling to get something done online? Pop in for a cuppa and get the support you need in a friendly space. Everyone welcome and no appointment needed.

Monday 29 May 2028, 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 29 May 2028, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Limitless Tots is a welcoming group where little ones can play and explore while parents and carers make new friends, connect and enjoy time together.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Pre-school aged disabled children can enjoy the soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play at Tim Lamb Children's Centre.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.45am

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.30am 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.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 11.30am to 1.00pm

Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years

Monday 29 May 2028, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.

Monday 29 May 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).

Monday 29 May 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 5 to 7 and must be signed in.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Fun sport and friendly boccia session for SEND/disabled children and adults.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A safe space for young people aged between 10 to 14 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Monday 29 May 2028, 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 further education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead. No appointment, referral or diagnosis needed. Just come along.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A weekly LGBTQIA+ Youth Group for young people aged 13-18 in the Outer West of Newcastle provided by Pride Action North.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Come along and get support and advice. For lads aged 16 + years

Monday 29 May 2028, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 8 to 11 years and must be signed in.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 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.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

Come along for friendly advice and support from a variety of services

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us every Tuesday in August, starting from 4 August at 10am, in the Trevelyan Building, Newcastle College.

Bring the children along and enjoy a range of fun, informal and inclusive activities designed to help families learn together.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

This group is for young parents under 21 years of age to come together with their baby and meet other young parents.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

For children aged 5 and under going through the diagnostic process or with a diagnosis of autism.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Come and say hi between 10am-2pm.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

A welcoming session to share tips and socialise with other parents. A little space to play, connect and help
your baby bloom.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

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).

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 12.00pm to 1.30pm

Come along while you are pregnant to prepare for your baby, meet other young parents and get support.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
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