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 1 January 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children

Saturday 1 January 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

A social get together for warm and friendly chat while carrying out crafts

Saturday 1 January 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 1 January 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.

Saturday 1 January 2028, 10.45am to 12.00pm

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 1.00pm

There are new crafts to enjoy every week and all materials are provided. Once a month

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 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.

Saturday 1 January 2028, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 1 January 2028, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

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

Saturday 1 January 2028, 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 2 January 2028, 9.00am to 5.00pm

A haven for not only great exercise but socialising as well. For people with learning disabilities and parents/carers.

Sunday 2 January 2028, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 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 3 January 2028, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Support and advice with housing and benefit related issues.

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 9.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

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 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 1.30pm

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Fun messy activities for children 0-5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!

Monday 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join us for free coffee

Monday 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 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 3 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session. We are open to every child that is a multiple and their familes under 5

Monday 3 January 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 3 January 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Need help with family law?
Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.

The North East Law Centre can help you with:

  • Domestic abuse
  • Orders to help keep you safe
  • Time and contact with your child
  • Maintenance payments
  • Divorce
  • Mediation
  • Other family law worries

You do not need an appointment.
Just come along and talk to someone who can help.

Monday 3 January 2028, 10.00am 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.

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