Megan from Newcastle Carers will be at Galafield.
Come and talk to her to learn what her team does and how they can help you and your family.
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.
Use the filters to narrow down events by age, location, type or date.
Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.'
Join us for your favourite stories within a relaxed play session.
Stay and Play for children 0-5 years
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Come along for friendly advice and support from a variety of services
A fun filled stay and play session for children aged 3 an under. Baby area available.
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.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
a 10-week course focusing on emotional health & well-being of your baby/chilld/teen
A weekly Clothes Bar providing children's clothes to local families in need
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.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for children to experience a variety of play based activities, making use of indoor and outdoor space. For autistic children aged 5 to 11.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
A free service for parents/carers of children at any stage of their autism journey. Get support, advice and information on services available to you.
Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
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 staff from the Great North Children’s Hospital for an insight into their amazing work — and let your little ones hop inside a real ambulance (subject to availability on the day)! We’re also excited to welcome the Tyne and Wear Fire and Rescue Service and the Northumbria Police Cadets, who’ll bring fun activities and give families a fascinating peek into what they do to keep our communities safe.
This drop-in activity day is FREE to attend with no pre-booking required and is suitable for all ages… especially families!
Boccia is simple to pick up, highly inclusive and great fun. Join us for fun training activities, friendly games and a welcoming group atmosphere.
Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Join Explore Learning for an hour long session designed to help Year 6 children gain confidence in the run up to SATS tests.
Join Explore Learning for an hour long session designed to help Year 6 children gain confidence in the run up to SATS tests.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
An Infant massage course to learn how to massage your baby.
For babies: 6 weeks - crawling
5 Week course, contact 0191 272 7824 to book a place
For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Meet and connect with other carers in a similar situation. Work together to make Newcastle (and the world) a better place for carers.
Enjoy a range of fun activities including arts, crafts, nature activities, alpaca care, and cooking. Children can make friends whilst parents can meet like minded parents and carers.
Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Look, touch and hold fluffy and scaly creatures, and then enjoy some stay and play. For children and young people with SEND.
These sessions will provide an opportunity for children to experience a variety of play based activities, making use of indoor and outdoor space. For autistic children aged 5 to 11.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A group for all parents and carers welcoming a new baby.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.
Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.
Printed on April 10th 2026