Come and join in with healthy cooking activities and explore a range of play opportunities for ages 0 to 5 year olds
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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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Fun messy activities for children 0 to 5 years old, including gloop, playdough painting, pasta play and more!
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.
No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.
A friendly group for carers of young children under the age of 5. There is music and things to get young ones moving.
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.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
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.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
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.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
Come to one of our free drop‑in sessions at family hubs.
A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.
STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!
Free packed lunch provided everyday.
Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.
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.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. 3 sessions available. Maximum of 10 children per session.
Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities.
A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).
Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.
Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
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.
Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.
Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.
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.
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
Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community. For children aged 4 to 7 years.
Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.
Weekly boxing sessions. For ages 12 to 19 years.
Printed on June 19th 2026