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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Friday 7 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 7 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Friday 7 January 2028, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 7 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Young People MUST be residents of Byker.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

Friday 7 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.

Friday 7 January 2028, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.

Friday 7 January 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

Friday 7 January 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.

Friday 7 January 2028, 5.00pm to 6.30pm

Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.

Friday 7 January 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Friday 7 January 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 7 January 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school

Friday 7 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.

Saturday 8 January 2028, 9.00am to 10.00am

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 8 January 2028, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Saturday 8 January 2028, 9.45am to 11.30am

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Saturday 8 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children

Saturday 8 January 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.

Saturday 8 January 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Saturday 8 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Saturday 8 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 8 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 8 January 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 8 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 8 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 8 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 8 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 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 8 January 2028, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 8 January 2028, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

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

Saturday 8 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 9 January 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Anyone with sensory needs can enjoy Life Science Centre with reduced lighting and sound levels.

Sunday 9 January 2028, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

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

Monday 10 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 10 January 2028, 8.30am to 2.00pm

Come and try our tasty home-made food!

Monday 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 January 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 10 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 10 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 10 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Monday 10 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 10 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 10 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 10 January 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

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