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 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 5.00pm

An exciting range of activities to cater for children and young people. Including: Peddle Go karting, Soft play, bouncy castle, Dodgeball, trips, cookery classes, Arts n crafts, pickleball, football etc.

To book: visit https://kentonparksportscentre.co.uk/

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

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us for fun this Easter. We run holiday activity days. Your child can try many activities: arts and crafts, basketball, football, and hockey, dodgeball, nerf battles, tag and chase games, den building and outdoor play.

Monday 13 April 2026, 10.00am 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 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Support for Chinese families with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

Monday 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Easter fun and activities open to all ages but children under 8 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult. There will be various arts, crafts, games and activities on each day. We will have outdoor sports and games as well as some inflatables. Lunch will be provided to the children attending these sessions

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

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do.

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 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 13 April 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 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

A mix of activities, games and sports where the children can decide what they do. Different options every 40 minutes.

Monday 13 April 2026, 10.30am to 2.30pm

Celebrate Arcadea's radical history by exploring our unseen archives and learning new skills with professional artists.

Monday 13 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.

Monday 13 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

We run a fun Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 - 7  years where, 

  • You can take part in arts and crafts
  • You can play fun sports games
  • You can join group play activities
  • You get a healthy snack each day 

We help you try new things.  You can build confidence and skills.  Come and have lots of fun, play laugh and make friends.

Free open access session  - No booking required

enquiries@inspireyouthtw.org 0191 264 1959

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 11.00am to 12.45pm

We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for children aged 5 - 7 years where, 

  • You can do arts and crafts
  • You can play fun sports games
  • You can join group play activities
  • You get a healthy snack each day 

We help you try new things.  You can build confidence and skills, come and have lots of fun, play laugh and make friends.

Free open access session  - No booking required

enquiries@inspireyouthtw.org 0191 264 1959

Monday 13 April 2026, 11.30am to 1.00pm

Stay and Play for children 0-5 years

Monday 13 April 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Monday 13 April 2026, 12.00pm to 5.00pm

We offer a range of offsite activities including: swimming, trampolining, horse-riding, parks, assault courses. We provide a nutritious packed lunch with fresh ingredients. We use a mini bus to transport children and young people to the activity.

These sessions are open to young people from 8 - 18 years who are already current users of the project.

Monday 13 April 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

We’re running Easter sessions for local kids. You can join us for games, crafts, and time outdoors. We also take short trips to places nearby. The sessions are free and include a free lunch for children who get free school meals. Each session lasts 4 hours. Trips need to be booked and your consent before we go. We keep things friendly and calm so the kids can relax and enjoy the day.

For ages 8 to 16 years.

To book: Email contacts: pamela.hewitt@ymcanewcastle.com or siniece.hallway@ymcanewcastle.com

Monday 13 April 2026, 12.00pm to 5.00pm

Amazing free holiday activities (Table Tennis, dancing, cycling, football, street cricket and trips to trampoline and soft play for both kids and young people) for children and young people within the African community (5-17 years old) in physical activities, enrichment activities and serve free meals to all.

To book: Contact us on phone or email

Monday 13 April 2026, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Come join in the holiday fun with us at Denton Youth & Community Project. We have a range of fun activities for ages 7-16. Yummy food will be provided at all sessions.

Monday 13th April Teens Karaoke and Bowling 12-4pm, 

Tuesday 14th April Sweden Session (Cooking, Games, Crafts and Sensory Activities) 12-4pm,

Wednesday 15th April China Session (Cooking, Games, Crafts and Sensory Activities) 12-4pm, 

Thursday 16th April Spain Session (Cooking, Games, Crafts and Sensory Activities) 12-4pm, 

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

Come along and get moving in a fun supportive environment. Enjoy this inclusive seated dance class for all abilities. Everyone is welcome including those with multiple sclerosis. These sessions are led and taught by Hildy Harland every Monday at 12:30.   They take place in the Tesco Community Room at Tesco Extra in Kingston Park. There are accessible toilets, parking facilities, and ramped access. For more information about attending, please contact newcastlegateshead@mssociety.org.uk.   

Monday 13 April 2026, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

This is an outdoor group at Scotswood gardens for children aged 0-4 years.

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

We offer friendly, open sessions. You can come along and join in. You will feel welcome here. We provide healthy food each day. You can enjoy meals with friends. It is all free for you. We create a safe, welcoming space. You can relax and be yourself. We are here to support you. What you can enjoy: fun activities each day games and group play time to make new friends We would love you to join us.

For ages 7 - 16 years

To book: see Facebook page

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 5.00pm

We are running four sessions all SEND appropriate, two Circus training sessions on 09/04/26, one Beat Box and break dancing session on 13/04/26 and a rave with bouncy castle, disco and entertainer on 17/04/26.

For ages 5 - 16 years.

To book: call the centre.

The Department of Education Holiday Activity Fund programme is to support young people aged 4-16 attending Newcastle City Councils schools that are eligible for Free Schools Meals or in need during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays.

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.45pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A dance project for people aged 60 and over. Move, create, connect and explore movement in a welcoming and supportive space.

Open to all abilities, no experience needed

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.15pm to 3.15pm

We run a fun Easter Youth Club for children aged 8 - 12  years where, 

  • You can take part in arts and crafts
  • You can try cooking fun meals
  • You can play games with friends
  • You can join sports and activities
  • You get a healthy snack each day 
  • You can spend time with friends

 You can also make new friends, there is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun.

Free open access session  - No booking required

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.15pm to 3.15pm

We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for children aged 8 - 11 years where, 

  • You can try cooking fun meals
  • You can do arts and crafts
  • You can play games with friends
  • You can join sports and activities
  • You get a healthy snack each day 
  • You can spend time with friends

You can also make new friends.  There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun. 

Free open access session  - No booking required

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.30pm to 3.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 1.30pm 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. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.

Monday 13 April 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 13 April 2026, 2.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Monday 13 April 2026, 3.00pm to 7.15pm

Monday -  3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

                 Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project

                 Session 2: Homework club

Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project

                  Session 2: Creative crafts

Monday 13 April 2026, 3.30pm to 5.30pm

We run a fun relaxed Easter Youth Club for young people aged 11 - 16 years where, 

  • You can try cooking and baking
  • You can do arts and creative work
  • You can play games with others
  • You can join sports activities
  • You get a healthy snack each day 
  • You can chill out with friends

You can also meet new people  There is something for everyone, come and have a great time, try new things and have fun. 

Free open access session  - No booking required

Monday 13 April 2026, 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.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on March 31st 2026