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 7 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 7 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 7 July 2028, 10.00am to 10.45am

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

Friday 7 July 2028, 11.00am to 11.45am

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

Friday 7 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 7 July 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world.

Friday 7 July 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

A welcoming space where children and families can connect, have fun, and build emotional wellbeing together. For families of children aged 10 to 13 who are feeling anxious, low in mood, overwhelmed or struggling with emotional regulation.

Friday 7 July 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

A free emotional wellbeing group for parents, carers, and children aged between ages 10 and 13. No referral or diagnosis needed.

Friday 7 July 2028, 4.00pm to 6.00pm

Join Calm Connections, a free wellbeing group for children aged 10-13 and their families.

Friday 7 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 7 July 2028, 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.

Friday 7 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 8 July 2028, 10.00am to 1.00pm

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

Saturday 8 July 2028, 1.00pm to 3.30pm

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

Sunday 9 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 9 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.

Monday 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 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 10 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

No need to book just pay on arrival. £1 per family

Monday 10 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 10 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 10 July 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Monday 10 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.

Monday 10 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.

Tuesday 11 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 11 July 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

Come and say hi between 10am-2pm.

Tuesday 11 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 11 July 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

Come along while you are pregnant or once baby is here. Meet other young parents, let baby play and get support.

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 1.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 4.30pm to 6.30pm

A fun youth group for siblings of disabled children and young people. A brilliant opportunity to come together for fun and friendship.

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

A free inclusive weekly gaming session. This is for children aged 5 to 11, including those with additional needs. Come together, socialise, and play many different consoles with friends.

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

A supervised youth club for children aged 7 to 13 years old with additional needs and disabilities.

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive youth group for young people with physical, sensory, and learning disabilities. Have fun in a safe environment.

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

We're in the North locality Team - out doing detached youth work - chatting with young people.

Tuesday 11 July 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

A free inclusive weekly gaming session. This is for all young people aged 12 to 18, or up to 24 for those with additional needs. Come together, socialise, and play many different consoles with friends.

Wednesday 12 July 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 12 July 2028, 3.45pm to 5.30pm

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

Wednesday 12 July 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 12 July 2028, 4.30pm to 6.00pm

Sessions focus around youth voice, informing our wider provision and trips.
Join in our activities and games of the young people's choosing, in a relaxed youth club.

Thursday 13 July 2028, 7.30am to 8.30am

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

Thursday 13 July 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 13 July 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 13 July 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 13 July 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 13 July 2028, 3.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Thursday 13 July 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 13 July 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

A supervised youth club for teenagers aged 13 to 17.

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!

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on September 28th 2026