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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Thursday 2 March 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 2 March 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 2 March 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 2 March 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 3 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Friday 3 March 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 3 March 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 3 March 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 3 March 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.

Saturday 4 March 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.

Monday 6 March 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.

Monday 6 March 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed. 

Monday 6 March 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 6 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 6 March 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.

Monday 6 March 2028, 4.00pm to 4.30pm

Dance and movement workshops for young people to express themselves, build confidence, and feel part of a community.

Monday 6 March 2028, 5.00pm to 6.30pm

For adults (aged 18+) with a learning disability or autism. Come along if you like singing or listening to music.

Monday 6 March 2028, 5.00pm to 7.00pm

We work with all young people regardless of their background and experience of youth work. 

We will always say hello!
It’s youth work without a building! Instead of you going to a club, workers come to you. 

You might see them in the park or at the shops. Our workers are there to listen, chat, support, direct to other activities in the community and help make your neighbourhood a better place to live and for young people to feel safe.

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2115773

Tuesday 7 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Tuesday 7 March 2028, 10.00am to 11.00am

Online creative therapy group for parent carers. We offer support to SEN families as well as foster carers and adopters.

Tuesday 7 March 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Tuesday 7 March 2028, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

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

Tuesday 7 March 2028, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

A weekly session for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral. For ages 8 to 13 years.

Wednesday 8 March 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.

Wednesday 8 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Wednesday 8 March 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

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

Wednesday 8 March 2028, 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 8 March 2028, 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 8 March 2028, 12.00pm to 2.00pm

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

Wednesday 8 March 2028, 3.30pm to 6.30pm

A new LGBTQIA+ Youth Group for young people aged 13-18 in the Outer West of Newcastle provided by Pride Action.

Wednesday 8 March 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 8 March 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.

Thursday 9 March 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 9 March 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 9 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Thursday 9 March 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 9 March 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Thursday 9 March 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 9 March 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 10 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Friday 10 March 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 10 March 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 10 March 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.

Saturday 11 March 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.

Sunday 12 March 2028, 9.00am to 5.00pm

A haven for not only great exercise but socialising as well. For people with learning disabilities and parents/carers.

Sunday 12 March 2028, 10.00am to 12.00pm

Anyone with sensory needs can enjoy Life Science Centre with reduced lighting and sound levels.

Monday 13 March 2028, 9.30am to 4.30pm

Bookable sensory space for families or small groups.

Monday 13 March 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

No appointment needed. Come along if you would like your baby weighed. 

Monday 13 March 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

NorthCFN@newcastle.gov.uk

0191 2774100

No booking required

Monday 13 March 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

Join us for our indoor walking session. A great session for those looking for a gentle return to exercise after injury, accident or a period of inactivity.

Information from https://childrenandfamiliesnewcastle.org.uk/
Printed on March 31st 2026