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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Thursday 1 June 2028, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Thursday 1 June 2028, 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.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Boogie Bairns is a FREE sensory / play session for children aged 0-2 years old. The session offers play and social opportunities, along with music and resources to support your child's development. No need to book, just come along - spaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis. For more info, contact 0191 2724244

Thursday 1 June 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Thursday 1 June 2028, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

A welcoming space to connect and play. For children aged 0 to 5 with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.

Thursday 1 June 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.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Newcastle united Foundation provides professional disability football coaching for adults and children with a range of disabilities through an inclusive approach to sport.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Girls group for 8-16 years. Sessions include crafts, activities and cooking, based on suggestions made by the group. A relaxed and supportive environment, creating a safe space for girls to come together.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

Join our inclusive music-making programme for 12 to 17 year olds with SEND and their non-disabled peers. Try music technology, looping, recording and percussion to create music. No experience needed!

Thursday 1 June 2028, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

A safe space for girls aged between 10 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Newcastle united Foundation provides professional disability football coaching for adults and children with a range of disabilities through an inclusive approach to sport.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

A weekly session for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral. For ages 10 to 18 years.

Thursday 1 June 2028, 6.30pm to 8.00pm

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

Thursday 1 June 2028, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Our Blakelaw Youth Session is a free, open-access session for young people aged 11–16.

Friday 2 June 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.

Friday 2 June 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.

Friday 2 June 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

“You don’t have to have everything figured out. This is a space to pause, create, connect and discover what you need to do to flourish”.

Friday 2 June 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.

Friday 2 June 2028, 10.00am to 10.45am

Fun activities to support early language development. For 2 to 3 Year Olds.

Friday 2 June 2028, 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 2 June 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 2 June 2028, 11.00am to 12.45pm

In our relaxed Neonatal Baby Massage sessions, you will learn and practice massage techniques which support bonding with your baby and improve infants’ sleep patterns alongside helping relieve colic, wind and constipation.

Friday 2 June 2028, 11.00am to 11.45am

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

Friday 2 June 2028, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Friday 2 June 2028, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Friday 2 June 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

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

Friday 2 June 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Friday 2 June 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 2 June 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 3 June 2028, 9.30am to 10.15am

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

Saturday 3 June 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 3 June 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

For dads, grandads and all male carers and their children.

Saturday 3 June 2028, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

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

Saturday 3 June 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 4 June 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 4 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 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 5 June 2028, 10.00am to 11.45am

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

Monday 5 June 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.

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