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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Saturday 25 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social club

Saturday 25 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 25 December 2027, 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.

Saturday 25 December 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Saturday 25 December 2027, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 25 December 2027, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

Come and join in the fun with a game of Bingo!

Saturday 25 December 2027, 6.30pm to 9.30pm

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

Sunday 26 December 2027, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.

Monday 27 December 2027, 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.

Monday 27 December 2027, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.00am to 11.00am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
This includes mothers, fathers, childminders or carers. They all come together in their own community with their children who are under the age of 5.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.

Monday 27 December 2027, 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 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join us for free coffee

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

A friendly group for carers of young children under 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, young children and babies under the age of 5.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, and young children under the age of 5.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities for ages 0- 5 year olds

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music and things to get young ones moving.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 3.00pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, young children under 5 and babies.

Monday 27 December 2027, 9.45am to 11.45am

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Monday 27 December 2027, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Local men making pies, having a chat, tackling isolation, boosting mental health and improving social skills.

Monday 27 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

For children aged 0 - 6 months or pre crawlers.

Monday 27 December 2027, 10.00am to 4.30pm

Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.

Monday 27 December 2027, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.

Monday 27 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.

Monday 27 December 2027, 11.30am to 1.00pm

Stay and Play for children 0-5 years

Monday 27 December 2027, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 27 December 2027, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 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.

Monday 27 December 2027, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A dance project for people aged 60 and over. Move, create, connect and explore movement in a welcoming and supportive space.

Open to all abilities, no experience needed

Monday 27 December 2027, 1.00pm to 2.30pm
Monday 27 December 2027, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack. Early Words Together is also delivered at this group. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.

Monday 27 December 2027, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Children 8 years and over.

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

Monday 27 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

Monday 27 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly boxing sessions.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

Monday 27 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 27 December 2027, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!

Monday 27 December 2027, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community.

Monday 27 December 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A weekly session for children aged 8 to 12 suffering from anxiety. Activities focusing on wellbeing, friendship, confidence building and self esteem.

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