Events

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

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

Cricket sessions for families with children aged 5 to 12 years

Play, learn and make friends at our free sessions for children and young people.

Family fun club Arts and Crafts session

This fun and social youth group is for young disabled adults aged 18 and over.

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

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

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

Youth sessions for children aged 11+ who have started secondary school

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

Our Senior Youth Session at Gala Field is a free, open-access session for young people aged 13–19.

Leazes Park parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

Jesmond Dene parkrun is a fun, free 5km.

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

Our group is focused on providing sessions for German speaking families.

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

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

On Saturday 3 October, 10am-2pm, Newcastle City Library will be a hive of activity, showcasing everything that you can access with a library card!

A social get together for warm and friendly chat while carrying out crafts

Free day visits for young people aged 11 to 16 from Newcastle and nearby areas

Join us for family activities for children 0-8 years

Come and build your skills and find pathways to new careers.

Sensory and soft play fun. Suitable for ages 5 and under.

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

New ballet classes for children to encourage imagination, confidence, and movement.

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

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social clubs for 7 to 11 year olds!

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

There are new crafts to enjoy every week and all materials are provided. Once a month

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

Read, play, craft and make friends at our new Game Changers social club

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

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

Read, play, craft and make friends at our Game Changers social club

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Clubs.

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

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.

Inclusive and supportive sessions for children and young people aged 8 to 18 with a learning disability.

Are you a creative builder? Come along with a parent or carer and join our free Lego Club.

Dance classes. For all ages and abilities

Come and join in the fun with a game of Bingo!

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

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.

Enjoy a range of activities as part of our usual programme, with extra activities and support available for visitors with additional needs.

A football programme for disabled boys and girls aged between 5 and 11. Players with many different impairments and health conditions play together.

A swim session for people with disabilities. Parents and carers are welcome.

For pregnant mams (partners, family, support people are also welcome!).
With 1 in 4 new mams experiencing mental health challenges, our workshop covers the range of emotions, challenges and ways of coping throughout pregnancy, birth and early parenthood. We aim to help normalise mixed feelings and allow you to feel as prepared as possible for what is to come. We also cover how to know when you might need more help and where to seek it if you do.