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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Friday 22 October 2027, 10.00am to 11.00am

Come and hear your favourite books brought to life through an engaging read-along for preschool-age kids

Friday 22 October 2027, 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 22 October 2027, 10.15am to 11.45am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Friday 22 October 2027, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 22 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.

Friday 22 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.

Friday 22 October 2027, 10.30am to 12.00pm

A group for women in the North East aged 18+ with learning disabilities and/or autism. Make new friends, do new things and feel safe whilst doing so.

Friday 22 October 2027, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Friday 22 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.

Friday 22 October 2027, 10.30am to 12.00pm

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

Friday 22 October 2027, 10.30am to 11.30am

A play and exploration session for under 5s and their grown ups

Friday 22 October 2027, 11.00am to 11.30am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Friday 22 October 2027, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

For pre- walking babies who are finding their own unique ways to move around.

Friday 22 October 2027, 2.00pm to 3.00pm

A relaxed session for babies who haven't learnt to crawl yet.

Friday 22 October 2027, 3.00pm to 4.00pm

Little ones are invited to cosy up while surrounded by cushions, blankets, books and sensory items.

Friday 22 October 2027, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 22 October 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

Come and join us in our creative writing club for ages 6 - 11 years

Friday 22 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.

Friday 22 October 2027, 3.30pm to 4.40pm

Come along and swap books and toys with your friends

Friday 22 October 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 22 October 2027, 3.45pm to 4.45pm

Would you like to learn how to make your own computers games? At Code Club you can!

Friday 22 October 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Friday 22 October 2027, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

4 different sessions to attend each week.

Friday 22 October 2027, 5.00pm to 8.00pm

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

Friday 22 October 2027, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 9.00am to 10.00am

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free event organised by volunteers for the benefit of everyone.'

Saturday 23 October 2027, 9.30am to 10.15am

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 9.45am to 11.30am

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

Saturday 23 October 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

Join us for family activities for children 0-8

Saturday 23 October 2027, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Free day visits for young people aged 11-16 from Newcastle and nearby areas

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure at Ouseburn Farm! Each week, small groups of young people will spend a day discovering life on our working city farm - meeting the animals, getting stuck into gardening, and exploring the outdoors.

You’ll get the chance to:

Saturday 23 October 2027, 10.30am to 11.30am

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

Saturday 23 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.

Saturday 23 October 2027, 10.30am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 10.45am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 11.30am

Drop in and enjoy stories in a relaxed atmosphere. Explore what the library has to offer and make friends.

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.30pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Saturday 23 October 2027, 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 23 October 2027, 3.30pm to 4.30pm

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

Monday 25 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!

Monday 25 October 2027, 9.00am to 4.00pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 25 October 2027, 9.00am to 11.00am

A welcoming and friendly group for parents, carers and their babies.

Monday 25 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.

Monday 25 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.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
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