Things to do

Welcome to the Children and Families What's on guides. You can find what's on in your area below or search city wide by age. We also have a list of one off events and activities for you to check out. 

Our Summer What's on  page gives a list of events happening across the city for all the family over the summer.

If you are looking for activities for a child or young person with SEND there are lots of mainstream inclusive activities as well as targeted group.   

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Things to do in the East

The East includes the City Centre, Byker, Walker, Walkergate, Heaton and South Jesmond. 

You can read more about our offer in East of the city on the what's on page. 

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Things to do in the Outer West

The Outer West includes Lemington, Denton, Westerhope, Throckley, Callerton, Newbiggin Hall, Kingston Park South and Callerton. 

You can read more about our offer in the Outer West of the city on the what's on page. 

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Things to do in the Inner West

The Inner West includes Elswick, Benwell and Scotswood, Blakelaw, Arthur's Hill, Wingrove and West Fenham. 

You can read more about our offer in the Inner West of the city on the what's on page.

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Things to do in the North

The North includes Kenton, Fawdon, Gosforth, Parklands Castle and Dene. 

You can read more about our offer in the North on the what's on guide. 

Search by age group

5 to 10 year olds

11 to 15 year olds

16 and over

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Holiday Activity Fund

The holiday activities fund provides activities for school age children. Activities happen in the school holidays for children who receive free school meals. 

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Newcastle Gateshead

If you haven't found what you're looking for, why not try exploring our partner site, NewcastleGateshead.com

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Parks and green spaces

Find a park near you with information about things to do for families, food and drink options and toilet facilities. Visit the parks event calendar to find out about things to in our city's green spaces.  

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North East Museums

Museums and galleries are wonderful places to visit with the kids, and they're free too. Explore the science maze at the Discovery Museum, meet dinosaurs and ancient Egyptians at the Great North Museum, drop in to the under 5s playspace at the Laing Art Gallery or join an art workshop at the Hatton Gallery. 

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on July 18th 2025
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