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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Monday 11 October 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

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

Monday 11 October 2027, 4.15pm to 5.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 5 to 7 years.

Monday 11 October 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Monday 11 October 2027, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people. Age 6 to 12.

Monday 11 October 2027, 5.00pm to 6.30pm

If you are age 11 to 18 year olds (or up 24 if you have additional needs). Come and sing with us!

Monday 11 October 2027, 5.30pm to 7.00pm

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

Monday 11 October 2027, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

Enjoy playing in a band, work with professional gigging musicians and build valuable experience to get you and your band further in the music industry! Designed for young people aged 11 and upwards. 

Rehearsals take place on set Mondays during term time. For more information, please see our event calendar. For any queries, please email us.  

Monday 11 October 2027, 6.00pm to 7.30pm

After School Group for ages 11-14 years. Activities include: djing & music, cooking, trips, PlayStation, pool and more

Monday 11 October 2027, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Get active with Hat-Trick at these free inclusive sessions. Have fun playing sports including football, cricket, tennis and more. For children aged 12 to 18.

Monday 11 October 2027, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

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

Monday 11 October 2027, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

For teenagers. Project workers engage with young people on the streets around Benwell

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 8.30am to 9.00am

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!

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 8.45am to 10.30am

Our group is welcoming, friendly and an inclusive mainstream session.

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 8.50am to 10.00am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.00am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.00am to 3.00pm

Support and advice with the following; form filling, benefits and housing issues

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

Stay and Play for children 0-5 years

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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.

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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.

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

Come along for friendly advice and support from a variety of services

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

A fun filled stay and play session for children aged 3 an under. Baby area available.

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 9.45am to 11.45am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 12.00pm to 12.00pm

For those with a basic knowledge of Ballet

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 2.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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 12 October 2027, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 4.45pm to 5.45pm

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

Tuesdays - 16:45 - 17:45

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Tuesday 12 October 2027, 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.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on December 19th 2025