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 5 September 2028, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

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

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 9.00am to 3.00pm

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

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Drop in to talk with us about sexual health and relationships. There will be a learning disability sexual health nurse there too.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

A welcoming group for ages 0 to 24 months.
Enjoy free play, singing and snack time.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Are you an ethnic minority carer? This friendly group is a chance for you to meet other ethnic minority carers, enjoy a cuppa and snacks and have a chat together.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

The Bubbles Group is a small, fun and friendly support and developmental group facilitated by the Newcastle Community Nursing Team and 0-19 Service.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

A welcoming and supportive drop in group. For parents, carers and children under 5 with diagnosed or undiagnosed special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 3.45pm to 5.30pm

Enjoy Yoga in a warm, friendly and relaxing calm space with other young people

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

A free contemporary dance class. For young people with learning disabilities aged 14 to 24 who enjoy dance.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Nine Voices is an alternative choir for young people aged 14-18 in the North East.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

A fun trampoline session for children and young people with autism.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

A monthly social group for autistic adults aged 18 and over. Come along and connect with others in a safe and welcoming space.

Wednesday 6 September 2028, 6.30pm to 8.45pm

A youth club for young disabled people aged 16 to 25. Socialise, chill and enjoy activities including art, drama, and crafts.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 7.30am to 8.30am

For parents, carers and their children - start the day in a happy way!
Free tasty breakfast

Thursday 7 September 2028, 9.00am to 3.00pm

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

Thursday 7 September 2028, 9.15am to 10.30am

Come along for a free tasty breakfast to meet other parents and carers with young children under the age of 5

Thursday 7 September 2028, 9.30am to 4.00pm

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

Thursday 7 September 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

A place for parents and carers to chat and mutually support each other. This takes place at the Tim Lamb Children's Centre.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 9.45am to 11.15am

A free pre-school support group for families with young children who have neurological or motor disorders (such as cerebral palsy). It provides a range of fun, nurturing, sensory based activities.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Thursday 7 September 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

A weekly safe space for parents and carers of children with SEND. No diagnosis or referral needed, and no need to book. Drop in to chat, share and support each other.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Supporting women who experience complex motherhood.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Lots of activities, free snacks and juice are included.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 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.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 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.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

Boogie Bairns is a FREE sensory / play session for children aged 0-2 years old. The session offers play and social opportunities, along with music and resources to support your child's development. No need to book, just come along - spaces are allocated on a first come, first served basis. For more info, contact 0191 2724244

Thursday 7 September 2028, 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.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 1.30pm to 2.30pm

A welcoming space to connect and play. For children aged 0 to 5 with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

A trampoline session for people with special educational needs and disabilities. Suitable for all ages.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Girls group for 8-16 years. Sessions include crafts, activities and cooking, based on suggestions made by the group. A relaxed and supportive environment, creating a safe space for girls to come together.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

Join our inclusive music-making programme for 12 to 17 year olds with SEND and their non-disabled peers. Try music technology, looping, recording and percussion to create music. No experience needed!

Thursday 7 September 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.

Thursday 7 September 2028, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

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

Friday 8 September 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 8 September 2028, 10.00am to 10.45am

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

Friday 8 September 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 8 September 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 8 September 2028, 11.00am to 11.45am

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

Friday 8 September 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 8 September 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 9 September 2028, 9.30am to 10.15am

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

Saturday 9 September 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 9 September 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 9 September 2028, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

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

Saturday 9 September 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 9 September 2028, 6.00pm to 9.00pm

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

Sunday 10 September 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 10 September 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.

Monday 11 September 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.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on November 12th 2026