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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Wednesday 15 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.00am

A fun filled stay and play session, baby area available. This session includes sensory play, a toast snack and a singalong.
Adults must supervise singalong.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.

Wednesday 15 December 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.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join in with this online and low-impact exercise session. For people with Down's Syndrome aged 14+ and their families.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

Learn to speak up for yourself and others. For people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 1.30pm to 3.00pm

Come and join in with healthy cooking activities.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 2.30pm to 5.00pm

This is a group of lads who are new to the project.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 3.00pm to 7.15pm

Monday -  3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

                 Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project

                 Session 2: Homework club

Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project

                  Session 2: Creative crafts

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

We offer a safe space where you can ask questions about sexual health, relationships or just have a chat!

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

An SEN friendly table tennis session with no loud music and reduced capacity. Suitable for all ages.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

A fun weekly youth group for young people aged 8-15. Sessions are inspired by the interests of the young people. They are given choice and decide how they want the drop in to look.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

We have a weekly football drop in session for any young person to attend aged 12+. The young people can come socialise with mates and meet new friends in a relaxed environment.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Our squad brings passion, dedication and heart to every match. This is inclusive football, players of all abilities are welcomed with open arms.

Wednesday 15 December 2027, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

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

Thursday 16 December 2027, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.15am to 10.30am

Free tasty breakfast

Fun activities

Meet other parents and carers

Friendly staff to help if you need anything

No need to book, just turn up.

Come along and start your day in a happy way!

Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 1.30pm

Friendly soft play with two areas for different ages. There are 3 sessions. Maximum of 10 children per session.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

A culturally diverse group which meets every week to help families from across the world create a support network in their local community

Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 11.30am

Drop in for anyone who finds themselves in financial difficulty or is in urgent need of basic provisions.'

Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 9.30am to 3.00pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are no staff at this drop in. It is self service.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

A weekly safe space for parents and carers of children with SEND. Drop in to chat, share and support each other.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 10.00am to 3.00pm

For people with a learning disability and autistic people aged 16+ in Newcastle. Take part in community projects, live events, and outreach workshops.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Fun activities to support babies communication and language development, for 0 - 23 month olds.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

Thursday 16 December 2027, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank

Thursday 16 December 2027, 1.30pm to 2.15pm

A friendly and relaxed group to enjoy with your children, for chrildren with special needs and/or disabilities. No diagnosis needed

Thursday 16 December 2027, 3.00pm to 7.15pm

Monday -  3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance and beauty youth project

                 Session 2: Youth United - young people and asylum seekers

Tuesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Make a difference - outreach activities project

                 Session 2: Homework club

Wednesday - 3:15pm - 7:15pm - Session 1: Project Fusion - dance youth project

                  Session 2: Creative crafts

Thursday 16 December 2027, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

Children and young people with SEND can have fun at our trampoline park and soft play.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

Come and have fun in a group where we will play outdoors, craft and have food

Thursday 16 December 2027, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

Come and have fun in a group where we will play outdoors, craft and have food.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 4.30pm to 5.00pm

Many children are known to us as they have waited years 'to turn 8'. They can also be siblings or children of those we have worked with over the years. Most attend local primary schools. New members are always welcome.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a
community. For children aged 12 - 17 years.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

Using detached youth work principals to meet and get to know children and young people in the locality.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Join us for a range of sports, games and activities for children and young people with a visual impairment.

Thursday 16 December 2027, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

This is a group of children and young people who already attend / have attended patchwork

Friday 17 December 2027, 8.30am to 4.30pm

Drop in and weigh your own baby. Please note there are staff no at this drop in. It is self service.

Friday 17 December 2027, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Friday 17 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Friday 17 December 2027, 10.00am to 11.30am

Inclusive, sensory Stay & Play session for children with additional needs. Enhance your child's physical, cognitive and social development in a relaxed environment.

Friday 17 December 2027, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Meet up, make friends and explore the fantastic activities on offer at the centre. For children with additional needs.

Friday 17 December 2027, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 17 December 2027, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

Fun activities to support early language development. For 3-4 Year Olds

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