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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Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 3.00pm

Join us for games, crafts, movies and sports

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 4.30pm

Call in and chat about your application to Newcastle Homes. Things like banding or uploading documents to your application.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Our HAF camp offers a fun-filled day of multi-sport and activities for children, covering everything from cricket, football and dodgeball to drawing and interactive workshops.  The day is packed with a range of activities designed to keep young people active, engaged and having fun.  Food is also provided.

We are delivering cricket sessions for children aged 6 to 12 who receive free school meals in the Newcastle Council area! 

To book: https://www.cricketqube.com/pages/book

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.45am

A fun filled session with music, singing, dancing, and sensory exploration. Come along and make new friends.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Multi-sport camps packed with energy, skill-building and non-stop fun. Expert coaches, incredible activities and unforgettable experiences for children aged 5–12 across the North East. Your child will be counting down the days to come back.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Pre-school aged disabled children can enjoy the soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play at Tim Lamb Children's Centre.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us this summer to explore healthy transitions. For young people aged 13 to 16 years (up to 18 years with SEND).

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

A general level class for Yoga.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

Come along and try a range of adapted bikes. Learn to cycle and ride in a safe environment both indoor and outdoor. For adults with disabilities.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

Our Dads & Kids sessions are relaxed, friendly activities where dads, grandads and other male carers can spend quality time with their children.

Monday 24 August 2026, 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.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.00am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Monday 24 August 2026, 10.30am to 11.00am

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

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Monday 24 August 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm

Come along if you would like to learn more about keeping safe in relationships both online and offline. For adults with autism or a learning disability.

Monday 24 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

For ages 5 to 12 years

Monday 24 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

The perfect opportunity to come and connect with other new parents in the community as well as bond with your little one.

Monday 24 August 2026, 11.30am to 1.00pm

Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years

Monday 24 August 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 24 August 2026, 12.00pm to 5.00pm

Activities for current users of the Patchwork project.

We will be providing activities on Mondays which will include x 2 groupwork sessions and some drop in/ detached sessions.

We have a summer party planned for Friday 28th Aug – this will also combine celebrations for Patchworks 25th Birthday celebrations. Open for the local community and families. Contact us for more details. 

This is a warm, caring and kind place:

Monday 24 August 2026, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Bring your child along for lots of fun activities.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Fun outdoor adventures for children aged 0 to 5 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

For children with disabilities and additional needs, and their siblings.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Drop-in to get support with things like; baby lead play, bonding and attachment.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

For children aged 8 to 11 years.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.00pm to 1.45pm

A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0-12 months).

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

These free sessions are for people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 18+.

Monday 24 August 2026, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

A fun sport and social activity session for adults with a disability and additional needs.

Monday 24 August 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

Get your face painted while bopping to your favourite K-Pop songs

Monday 24 August 2026, 2.00pm to 4.30pm

Are you aged 16 to 19 (or 25 with an EHCP). Unsure about your next steps? Pop in a chat with a Careers Advisers.

Monday 24 August 2026, 2.00pm to 2.30pm

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for ages 0 to 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Monday 24 August 2026, 2.15pm to 4.15pm

For ages 11 to 16 years

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.00pm to 4.30pm

A relaxed space to be together, where everyone is welcome.

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.30pm to 5.30pm

Youth session full of fun, enriching activities, games and sports. A healthy meal will be provided.

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 5 to 7 and must be signed in.

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Drumming workshop for all abilities

Monday 24 August 2026, 3.30pm to 4.45pm

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 August 14th 2026