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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Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

A friendly and welcoming monthly support group. For parents and carers of children with a special educational need or disability.

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Take a breather and join us for our Winter Chat and Chill – a cosy, low-key session for carers in Newcastle.

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Come and hear your favourite books brought to life through an engaging read-along for preschool-age kids

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Our group is welcoming, friendly women only group with an Islamic flavour. We have wide range of toys and craft activities suitable for all children. Story time and health snack is provided.

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.15am to 11.45am

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 2026, 11.00am to 11.30am

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 12.15pm to 1.15pm

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Labour and birth, infant feeding, baby practical and getting to know your baby.

Friday 9 January 2026, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Calling all men and male carers, come and join us for a fun filled session with the little ones you look after.

Friday 9 January 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Our Pregnancy Social groups are relaxed, informal and friendly. A great way to meet others and get support.

Friday 9 January 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

Friday 9 January 2026, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

For pre- walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.00pm to 5.00pm

Afterschool club with free Access to IT, Internet, Table Football, Arts and Crafts

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 9 January 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.

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 - 11 years

Friday 9 January 2026, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!

Friday 9 January 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. Boys aged 8 - 11 years

Friday 9 January 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Friday 9 January 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Friday 9 January 2026, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 8 to 11.

Friday 9 January 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Friday 9 January 2026, 5.00pm to 8.00pm

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

Friday 9 January 2026, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

A safe space for young people aged between 11-16 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Friday 9 January 2026, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school

Friday 9 January 2026, 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.

Saturday 10 January 2026, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone.'

Saturday 10 January 2026, 9.00am to 10.00am

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone.'

Saturday 10 January 2026, 9.30am to 10.15am

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Saturday 10 January 2026, 9.45am to 11.30am

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Saturday 10 January 2026, 10.00am to 1.00pm

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers. For ages 11 - 16 years

Saturday 10 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.00am

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Saturday 10 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

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