Christmas holiday update
🎄Many services are closed over the festive period so please check before you visit. Find out more on our Christmas opening page – and have a very Merry Christmas! 🎄
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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Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
A group for parents and carers of children aged 2 to 5 with autism. No referral or diagnosis is needed.
Learn outdoor and gardening skills at the community allotment in Byker. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
A relaxed and friendly group. A great way to meet other mums and get handy tips and information.
A friendly group to support communication for 1-2 year olds
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Early Words Together. A group of children aged up to 5 years. We give the opportunity to borrow toys from our Toy Library loan service. Early Words Together is also delivered here. Early Words Together aims to support the communication, language, and early literacy of young children age 3 to 4 through evidence-based activities.
Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.
Come along if you would like your baby weighed or have any questions. Please bring your child's red book.
Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.
Talk to a worker one-to-one about your caring role. There's no need to book an appointment - just turn up.
Gentle and friendly walks around Newcastle. For adults aged 18+ with learning disabilities or autism.
A fun, weekly girls youth session. This is a youth led group.
A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.
Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7-11 year olds!
Gosforth Band is a mixed instrumental ensemble designed for children from Year 3 up to Year 8, primarily from first and middle schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s open to complete beginners right through to experienced players. We get together to learn new pieces and develop as musicians, gaining valuable musicianship skills and a good sense of ensemble.
Gosforth Voices is a choir aimed towards children in Years 3 & 4, primarily from first schools within the Gosforth Schools Trust. It’s a fantastic way to make new friends from other schools, develop confidence in singing and learn new songs.
Nine Voices is an alternative choir for young people aged 14-18 in the North East.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
A free contemporary dance class. For young people with learning disabilities aged 14 to 24 who enjoy dance.
A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. Children under 8 must be signed in.
The FAB (Fantastic and Brilliant) Group is a place for young people aged 11 to 25 who have SEND. Come together every month to make friends and share experiences
Dance classes. For all ages and abilities
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
For children with special educational needs and/or disabilities
Youth sessions for children aged 6 to 11 and not yet in secondary school
Come and join us to practise life skills and make new friends. For young people aged 11+ years
Specialist football sessions for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral.
Young people come and make friends and take part in activities. Things like; sport, arts and crafts and team building.
After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more
A weekly group for adults with additional needs to come together to enjoy social activities, and fun!
A weekly session for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral. For ages 8 to 11 years.
A monthly social group for autistic adults aged 18 and over. Come along and connect with others in a safe and welcoming space.
Get active with Hat-Trick. Sessions include football, cricket, tennis and more.
A youth club for young disabled people aged 16 to 25. Socialise, chill and enjoy activities including art, drama, and crafts.
A safe space for girls aged between 12-16 years to come and socialise, learn about the world around them.
For teenagers. Project workers engage with young people on the streets around Benwell
Come and try our tasty home-made food! We have breakfast buns, soup, paninis, quiche, hot drinks, fresh salads and more. We can also make buffets for your parties or events – just ask us to find out more!
Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.
Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.
Lots of activities including messy play and free snacks and juice.
Get support to: look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.
Gain the knowledge and skills needed to work with children and young people in school and college environments.
A place for parents and carers to chat and mutually support each other. This takes place at the Tim Lamb Children's Centre.
Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.
A friendly group for carers of young children. There is music, things to get young ones moving and often a healthy snack.