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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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Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
Come and join us for free coffee
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music and things to get young ones moving.
No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities for ages 0 to 5 year olds
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
Fun messy activities for children 0 to 5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, and young children under the age of 5.
Join us on Mondays for fun activities, crafts, songs and healthy snacks. For children aged 0 to 4 years.
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.
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.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, young children and babies under the age of 5.
A friendly group for carers of young children under 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers, young children under 5 and babies.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
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 under the age of 5. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
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
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
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.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities.
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.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.
Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
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
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for ages 0 to 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.
Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.
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
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
Join us for planting and growing you own plants and vegetables, outdoor crafts and even cooking what we grow!
Junior After School Group for ages 8 to 11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Printed on May 14th 2026