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 25 May 2028, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

A weekly session for young people diagnosed with autism or in the process of referral. For ages 10 to 18 years.

Thursday 25 May 2028, 6.30pm to 8.00pm

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

Thursday 25 May 2028, 7.00pm to 8.30pm

Our Blakelaw Youth Session is a free, open-access session for young people aged 11–16.

Friday 26 May 2028, 8.30am to 4.30pm

The Newcastle Health Visiting service (0-19 service) are very excited to announce that we now have another self weigh facility for parents to use to weigh their baby.

Friday 26 May 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!

Friday 26 May 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.

Friday 26 May 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 26 May 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

A fun filled session with music, singing and dancing.

Friday 26 May 2028, 1.00pm to 4.00pm

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

Friday 26 May 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

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

Friday 26 May 2028, 5.00pm to 6.00pm

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

Friday 26 May 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 26 May 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 27 May 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 29 May 2028, 8.30am to 4.30pm

The Newcastle Health Visiting service (0-19 service) are very excited to announce that we now have another self weigh facility for parents to use to weigh their baby.

Monday 29 May 2028, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Monday 29 May 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 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.45am

A fun filled session with music, singing, dancing, and sensory exploration. Come along and make new friends.

Monday 29 May 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Monday 29 May 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 11.30am to 1.00pm

Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years

Monday 29 May 2028, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Monday 29 May 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Each week there are activities to help little ones learn and get moving.

Monday 29 May 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 5 to 7 and must be signed in.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.00pm to 8.00pm

For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in further education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead. No appointment, referral or diagnosis needed. Just come along.

Monday 29 May 2028, 4.00pm to 5.30pm

A safe space for young people aged between 10 to 14 years to come and socialise and learn about the world around them.

Monday 29 May 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.

Monday 29 May 2028, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 8 to 11 years and must be signed in.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 8.30am to 4.30pm

The Newcastle Health Visiting service (0-19 service) are very excited to announce that we now have another self weigh facility for parents to use to weigh their baby.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 10.30am

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

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.00am

Stay and Play for children 0 to 5 years

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 9.30am to 11.30am

Come along for friendly advice and support from a variety of services

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Tuesday 30 May 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 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Tuesday 30 May 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 30 May 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 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 2.00pm

STEM, Esports, Football, Sports, Virtual Dodgeball and more!

Free packed lunch provided everyday.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.00am to 11.30am

A free service for parents/carers of children at any stage of their autism journey. Get support, advice and information on services available to you.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 10.30am to 11.30am

A friendly group for carers and babies. There are lots of games to play and activities to help your baby develop (0 to 12 months).

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 11.00am to 12.00pm

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

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 12.30pm to 1.30pm

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

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 1.00pm to 2.30pm

Baby massage is a lovely way to enjoy time, and bond with your baby. It can help with colic, teething, and circulation.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 3.30pm to 5.00pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 5 to 7. Children under 8 must be signed in.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 4.00pm to 8.00pm

For guidance, advice, support with a crisis or just a chat. For ages 13 to 17 years old (or 18 if you're in further education) living in Newcastle and Gateshead. No appointment, referral or diagnosis needed. Just come along.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 5.15pm to 6.45pm

A space for children to make friends, have fun and learn about the world. For children aged 8 to 10 years.

Tuesday 30 May 2028, 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Newcastle united Foundation provides professional disability football coaching for adults and children with a range of disabilities through an inclusive approach to sport. For children and young people with down syndrome

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