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 12 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

Wednesday 12 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

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

Wednesday 12 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Wednesday 12 January 2028, 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 12 January 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

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

Wednesday 12 January 2028, 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 12 January 2028, 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 12 January 2028, 6.00pm to 8.00pm

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Thursday 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 13 January 2028, 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Run in conjunction with The West End Foodbank

Thursday 13 January 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

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

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

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Thursday 13 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 4.15pm to 5.45pm

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 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 13 January 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

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

Thursday 13 January 2028, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

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

Friday 14 January 2028, 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 14 January 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Friday 14 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

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

Friday 14 January 2028, 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 14 January 2028, 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 14 January 2028, 12.00pm to 1.00pm

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

Friday 14 January 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.

Friday 14 January 2028, 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

Friday 14 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Weekly kickboxing sessions.

Young People MUST be residents of Byker.

Just turn up, no need to book.

For ages 12 - 19 years.

Friday 14 January 2028, 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Open door access to youth workers and facilities.

Friday 14 January 2028, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

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

Friday 14 January 2028, 5.00pm to 6.30pm

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

Friday 14 January 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

An inclusive, powerful rock choir for ages 12 plus including adults and families at True Colours Theatre!

Friday 14 January 2028, 5.00pm to 7.30pm

A self organising group of lads who meet weekly to plan and carry out activities.

Friday 14 January 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.

Saturday 15 January 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

A monthly workshops for deaf young people age 5 to 12 years. Try out writing, storytelling, acting, lighting and backstage skill.

Saturday 15 January 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

Visitors with autism or sensory needs can visit during quiet hour. We avoid making any excess noise to make the library quieter and calmer.

Saturday 15 January 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 15 January 2028, 2.00pm to 4.00pm

A meetup at the Alan Shearer Centre. We have exclusive access to the immersive room and 2 of their sensory rooms.

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