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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Saturday 27 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.

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.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 11.00am 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, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

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 12.00pm

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

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

Saturday 27 December 2025, 11.30am to 2.30pm

Come along for a free lunch and chat with others. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

For children aged 5-12 years. Races around our inflatable Go Kart track in the Sports Hall

Saturday 27 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

For children aged 5-12 years. Design and make your own models, all equipment provided.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 1.00pm 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 27 December 2025, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Inclusive and supportive sessions for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with a learning disability.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

For children aged 5-17 years. Giant inflatable bouncy castle, slide and more

Saturday 27 December 2025, 3.00pm to 3.45pm

Relaxed Sessions offer a calm and welcoming environment for visitors with special educational needs and disabilities.

Saturday 27 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.

Saturday 27 December 2025, 4.30pm to 8.00pm

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Saturday 27 December 2025, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

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

Saturday 27 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.

Sunday 28 December 2025, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Children and young people with disabilities can enjoy the facilities at Tim Lamb Centre. This includes their soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play garden.

Sunday 28 December 2025, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Roll up, roll up! The circus is in town! Step right up for a magical, madcap adventure in our spectacular pantomime, Goldilocks and the Three Bears!

Sunday 28 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am

For children aged 5-17 years. Giant inflatable bouncy castle, slide and more

Sunday 28 December 2025, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.

Sunday 28 December 2025, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

For children aged 5-12 years.

Have fun doing various activities.

Sunday 28 December 2025, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Supervised sessions with organised games and spot prizes in our soft play area. For children aged up to 8 years.
Siblings between the age of 1-8, are welcome to join their siblings.

Sunday 28 December 2025, 3.00pm to 3.45pm

Relaxed Sessions offer a calm and welcoming environment for visitors with special educational needs and disabilities.

Sunday 28 December 2025, 4.30pm to 7.00pm

Join us to watch Newcastle Eagles take on Caledonia Gladiators in this Super League Basketball game. For visually impaired children and young people living in the north east.

Monday 29 December 2025, 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 29 December 2025, 8.30am to 9.00am

Come and try our tasty home-made food! We have breakfast buns, soup, paninis, quiche, hot drinks, fresh salads and more. We can also make buffets for your parties or events – just ask us to find out more!

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Support and advice with the following; form filling, benefits and housing issues

Monday 29 December 2025, 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 29 December 2025, 9.00am to 3.00pm

For children aged 5-12.
We want to help your family. We want your child to feel happy. We want them to feel safe and active. Our Winter sessions are fun. Your child can play. They can make friends. We give every child a warm meal. We give snacks too. No child goes hungry here. Your child will enjoy: Games Sports Crafts Warm food We welcome all children. We welcome all families. You do not need to worry. You can book a place easily. You can ask us anything. We are here to help.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.00am to 11.00am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.00am to 12.00pm

Information for families on things like; benefits, housing, the law and immigration.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 1.30pm

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities. Things like; painting, playdough and pasta play!

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 29 December 2025, 9.30am to 11.00am

This parent and toddler group is a welcoming and friendly group of adults for women only.

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