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 13 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.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 10.00am to 11.30am

Lots of activities including messy play. Free snacks and juice are included.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 13 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.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 11.30am to 12.15pm

The Early Words Together programmes give parents the awareness, skills and confidence to provide a language-rich Home Learning Environment that supports their child's language and early literacy development.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 12.00pm to 12.00pm

For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 12.30pm to 2.00pm

Join our welcoming yoga classes

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 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.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 2.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 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.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

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

Tuesdays - 16:45 - 17:45

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

An accessible place for young people with different disabilities. Be active, make friends, and, above all, have fun!

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 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 13 January 2026, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

'The session includes different activities, girls sharing good news, lots of fun, games, art & crafts. Girls aged 5-11 years

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

The group is the perfect place to meet new friends, try out new art forms with guest artists and take part in fun creative activities!

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 5.30pm to 7.00pm

Make new friends, build confidence, and perform music that makes you feel amazing in Newcastle’s newest and most exciting children’s choir. 

Designed for young people aged 7-10, each session is fun and engaging and uses music from a wide variety of styles and cultures. We’ll explore warm-ups, rounds, part singing and vocal harmony to get the most from our voices. Over the year, there’ll be the opportunity to take part in a number of public performances and the chance to work together with our Newcastle Youth Choir. 

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 5.45pm to 7.00pm

Welcoming young people aged 13-16 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 13 January 2026, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

A free inclusive weekly gaming session. This is for all young people aged 12 to 18, or up to 24 for those with additional needs. Come together, socialise, and play many different consoles with friends.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

A friendly environment for women aged 16-29 to improve their health and wellbeing at our free football sessions.

Tuesday 13 January 2026, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

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 17th 2025