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 26 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am

A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups

Friday 26 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 26 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Friday 26 December 2025, 10.30am to 12.00pm

A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.

Friday 26 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Friday 26 December 2025, 11.00am to 11.30am

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

Friday 26 December 2025, 12.15pm to 1.15pm

Come along and chat to a Health Visitor. Ask any questions about bottle feeding , breast feeding and weaning.

Friday 26 December 2025, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.

Friday 26 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.

Friday 26 December 2025, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Friday 26 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.

Friday 26 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

For pre- walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.

Friday 26 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football, Arts and Crafts

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 - 11 years

Friday 26 December 2025, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!

Friday 26 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. Boys aged 8 - 11 years

Friday 26 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Friday 26 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Friday 26 December 2025, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 11.

Friday 26 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Friday 26 December 2025, 5.00pm to 8.00pm

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

Friday 26 December 2025, 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 26 December 2025, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

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

Friday 26 December 2025, 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.

Friday 26 December 2025, 7.15pm to 9.00pm

An evening social for people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and their family and friends

Saturday 27 December 2025, 9.00am to 10.00am

Stay and Play for children 0-5 years

Saturday 27 December 2025, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone.'

Saturday 27 December 2025, 9.00am to 10.00am

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone.'

Saturday 27 December 2025, 9.30am to 10.15am

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 9.45am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Our youth group is for young people ages 6-14 with additional needs. Come along to have fun meet new friends.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Free day visits for young people aged 11-16 from Newcastle and nearby areas

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at Ouseburn Farm! Each week, small groups of young people will spend a day discovering life on our working city farm - meeting the animals, getting stuck into gardening, and exploring the outdoors.

You’ll get the chance to:

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.00am to 2.00pm

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers. For ages 11 - 16 years

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.00am to 1.00pm

A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children 0-8

Saturday 27 December 2025, 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 27 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am

10:30 - 11:30 Mini Olympics for children aged 8 - 16 years.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 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 27 December 2025, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 10.45am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 11.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on December 16th 2025