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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Thursday 13 July 2028, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Our Blakelaw Youth Session is a free, open-access session for young people aged 11–16.

Friday 14 July 2028, 9.15am to 11.30am

A safe space for parents and carers. Come along, connect with others, and be part of a supportive community. Everyone is welcome!

Friday 14 July 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Classes to help you get ready for baby. Topics include; labour and birth, feeding your baby, practical tips and getting to know your baby.

Friday 14 July 2028, 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 14 July 2028, 10.00am to 10.45am

Fun activities to support early language development. For 2 to 3 Year Olds.

Friday 14 July 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

“You don’t have to have everything figured out. This is a space to pause, create, connect and discover what you need to do to flourish”.

Friday 14 July 2028, 11.00am to 11.45am

Fun activities to support early language development. For 3 to 4 year olds.

Friday 14 July 2028, 11.00am to 12.45pm

In our relaxed Neonatal Baby Massage sessions, you will learn and practice massage techniques which support bonding with your baby and improve infants’ sleep patterns alongside helping relieve colic, wind and constipation.

Friday 14 July 2028, 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.

Friday 14 July 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!

Friday 14 July 2028, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Our Senior Youth Session at Gala Field is a free, open-access session for young people aged 13–19.

Saturday 15 July 2028, 9.30am to 10.15am

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

Saturday 15 July 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

For dads, grandads and all male carers and their children.

Saturday 15 July 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

A group aimed at children with disabilities aged 5 to 13. Enjoy fun activities with others.

Saturday 15 July 2028, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

Free swimming lessons for children and young people with SEND living in Newcastle.

Saturday 15 July 2028, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

A family friendly and inclusive outdoor activity session. Enjoy art, music and movement surrounded by nature. For disabled and non-disabled children and their families.

Saturday 15 July 2028, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

Come and join in the fun with a game of Bingo!

Sunday 16 July 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Children and young people with disabilities can enjoy the facilities at Tim Lamb Centre. This includes their soft play, sensory room, trampoline hall, and outdoor play garden.

Sunday 16 July 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

A sensory storytelling play space for people with learning disabilities and their families.

Sunday 16 July 2028, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.

Sunday 16 July 2028, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

A sensory storytelling play space for people with learning disabilities and their families.

Monday 17 July 2028, 8.20am to 11.00am

A relaxing drop-in session to enjoy books, stories and songs together. Choose a book to take home, bring it back and swap for another on your next visit. Refreshments and snacks available.

Monday 17 July 2028, 9.00am to 12.00pm

Our volunteers can help you with food and other support. Please bring proof of ID and income, and your own bags.

Monday 17 July 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Monday 17 July 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Struggling to get something done online? Pop in for a cuppa and get the support you need in a friendly space. Everyone welcome and no appointment needed.

Monday 17 July 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Monday 17 July 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed.

Monday 17 July 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Free group for toddlers and their parents/carers. Join us for fun, activities, crafts, songs and healthy snacks!

Monday 17 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Monday 17 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Limitless Tots is a welcoming group where little ones can play and explore while parents and carers make new friends, connect and enjoy time together.

Monday 17 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

A general level class for Yoga.

Monday 17 July 2028, 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 17 July 2028, 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 17 July 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities for children 0 to 5 (0 to 8 years in the holidays).

Monday 17 July 2028, 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 17 July 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Fun sport and friendly boccia session for SEND/disabled children and adults.

Monday 17 July 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Our sessions are open to children and young people aged 9 to 15 years, offering a fun, friendly and inclusive environment where everyone is welcome!

Monday 17 July 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

Come along and get support and advice. For lads aged 16 + years

Monday 17 July 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A weekly LGBTQIA+ Youth Group for young people aged 13-18 in the Outer West of Newcastle provided by Pride Action North.

Monday 17 July 2028, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

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

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 9.30am to 4.00pm

Helping support you look for work, complete job applications, practise interview skills, practise English, Maths and ICT.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

Groups for parents and carers focusing on emotional health & wellbeing of your child

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

A welcoming session to share tips and socialise with other parents. A little space to play, connect and help
your baby bloom.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

For children aged 5 and under going through the diagnostic process or with a diagnosis of autism.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Join us every Tuesday in August, starting from 4 August at 10am, in the Trevelyan Building, Newcastle College.

Bring the children along and enjoy a range of fun, informal and inclusive activities designed to help families learn together.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

This group is for young parents under 21 years of age to come together with their baby and meet other young parents.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 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 18 July 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Come and say hi between 10am-2pm.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 12.00pm to 1.30pm

Come along while you are pregnant to prepare for your baby, meet other young parents and get support.

Tuesday 18 July 2028, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on November 13th 2026