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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Tuesday 30 December 2025, 10.30am to 12.00pm

Gentle and social walks in many different places. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 10.30am to 11.30am

For children aged 8-17 years.
Multi sports including dodgeball.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 10.58am to 10.58am

Enjoy early access to the Great North Museum: Hancock for a quieter, more relaxed experience.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Five a side football session.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for free Christmas and New Year themed activities. This will include art/crafts, movement workshops, indoor picnic and sensory activities. For families and children aged 4+ with SEND.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 3.00pm

We provide a warm, friendly and a safe place for children and young people. They will enjoy hot delicious meal; lots of fruits and lots of fun activities.

For ages 5 - 16 years

To book: Email: newcastleboosterclub@yahoo.com with details of your child

This is a warm, caring and kind place to be because:

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 4.00pm

EMTEP Hype provides a winter camp for young people aged 12-17 for those who come from BAME background.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 3.00pm

We will be partaking in sports activities, free games, lunch is included and swimming in the afternoon.

For ages 8-15 years old.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 1.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Come along to these free weekly Boccia sessions for anyone aged 16+. It's a precision ball sport similar to bowls. All abilities welcome.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

Cookery session for children aged 5-17 years.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

Fun turn up and play sports sessions for young people aged 12-16 which will include music and Xmas games with food

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 12.00pm to 12.00pm

For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

Join our welcoming yoga classes

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Engage your child's senses in this fun session. This session in for babies from birth to 12 months.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Fun play sessions for children aged 0 to 5 with SEND, both diagnosed and undiagnosed.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 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.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

We are offering tickets to young people aged 5-16 in receipt of free school meals or with SEND to see our Christmas show of Beauty and the Beast, receive a meal and enjoy a creative activity for free at Northern Stage. 

We would love to welcome you to our theatre for a magical experience! 

Northern Stage will provide: 

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.30pm to 4.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 1.30pm to 3.30pm

A safe space to chat about men's issues and meet new people. For adults (18+) with a learning disability and autistic people.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 2.00pm to 4.00pm

For children aged 5-17 years.

Come along for a Magic show!

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 2.30pm to 4.30pm

A friendly interest and social group. It is for adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 3.00pm to 3.45pm

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

Tuesday 30 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.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 3.30pm to 6.45pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Junior After School Group for ages 8-11 years. Activities include: cooking, sport, homework and games.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Over the Christmas period we will be delivering 3 enriching off-site activities for children and young people aged 8-16 yrs.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A supervised youth club for children aged 8 to 14 years old with additional needs and disabilities.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A fun youth group for siblings of disabled children and young people. A brilliant opportunity to come together for fun and friendship.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For girls aged 11 - 13 years

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

A free inclusive weekly gaming session. This is for children aged 5 to 11, including those with additional needs. Come together, socialise, and play many different consoles with friends.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Welcoming young people aged 8-12 years old, these sessions are focused on the music that young people want to sing and play. Including a mixture of singing, musical games, songwriting and playing, we’ll do our best to make sure everyone has a great time playing and creating music! Participants might have never played music before, they might want to improve their musical skills or they might just want to try something a little different.   

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Play and meet new friends in a relaxed environment supported by Newcastle United Foundation coaches. Age 16 to 29

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

Enjoy a range of sports, games and activities for ages 8 to 19.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

Family cricket for any family with children aged 5—12   Drop in.

Tuesdays - 16:45 - 17:45

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Enjoy a range of sports, games and activities for ages 8 to 19.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.

Tuesday 30 December 2025, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive youth group for young people with physical, sensory, and learning disabilities. Have fun in a safe environment.

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