Come along and swap books and toys with your friends
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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A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.
Come along and swap books and toys with your friends
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Club.
Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 to 11 years
Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere for children under 5. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.
Open door access to youth workers and facilities.
Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years
Weekly kickboxing sessions for residents of Byker.
Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.
Family fun club Arts and Crafts session
This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.
An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!
A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.
A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school
A safe space for young people aged between 11 to 16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.
Our Senior Youth Session at Gala Field is a free, open-access session for young people aged 13–19.
Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.
Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.
New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.
Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.
Free day visits for young people aged 11 to 16 from Newcastle and nearby areas
Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.
For pregnant mams (partners, family, support people are also welcome!).
With 1 in 4 new mams experiencing mental health challenges, our workshop covers the range of emotions, challenges and ways of coping throughout pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. We aim to help normalise mixed feelings and allow you to feel as prepared as possible for what is to come. We also cover how to know when you might need more help and where to seek it if you do.
Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years
Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.
For dads, grandads and all male carers and their children.
A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.
Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.
Come along if interested in filmmaking workshops. For disabled or neurodivergent young people and adults aged 16 to 19 (or 20 to 25 with an Education Health and Care Plan).
A monthly inclusive art class that welcomes anyone with additional needs. For ages 10 to 15.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.
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.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social club
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club
Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.
A free and relaxed social event for all people affected by multiple sclerosis (MS).
Come along if interested in filmmaking workshops. For disabled or neurodivergent young people and adults aged 16 to 19 (or 20 to 25 with an Education Health and Care Plan).
Printed on September 28th 2026