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A trip to NewcastleGateshead is guaranteed to banish boredom for good with a great range of family-friendly activities and events taking place all year round.
Choose from hands-on exhibits and events at the best attractions from live science experiments at Life Science Centre to events with published authors and illustrators at Seven Stories, The National Centre for Children's Books. Newcastle and Gateshead have plenty of excellent free museums, like Discovery Museum, Great North Museum: Hancock and art galleries, such as Shipley Art Gallery, which have creative events throughout the year.
Families looking for things to do with the kids in Newcastle and Gateshead will be impressed with the variety of seasonal events and activities during the school holidays too. Don't miss family festivals, workshops and even a chance to learn more about wildlife at venues like WWT Washington Wetland Centre and Tynemouth Aquarium.
November 4th 2024 to December 24th 2024
Family
4 Nov 2024 to 24 Dec 2024
Newcastle City Centre
Experience the magic of Christmas as Fenwick transforms their rooftop into a snowy wonderland -...
November 9th 2024 to January 5th 2025
Exhibition
9 Nov 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
Newcastle City Centre
Glide, Spin, and Sparkle on Life’s Outdoor Ice Rink! Experience the magic of winter on...
November 15th 2024 to January 5th 2025
Family
15 Nov 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
Gateshead
Get ready to skate into the festive season with Metrocentre’s brand-new Nice Ice Baby! Ice...
November 16th 2024 to December 24th 2024
Family
16 Nov 2024 to 24 Dec 2024
Gateshead
This festive season, Metrocentre brings a brand-new, interactive Christmas adventure with Santa’s Elf Academy! From...
November 30th 2024 to January 5th 2025
Family
30 Nov 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
Further Afield
This Christmas, Cragside is pulling out all the stops with a spectacular festive experience like...
December 22nd 2024 to December 24th 2024
Family
22 Dec 2024 to 24 Dec 2024
Gateshead
Experience the timeless magic of The Snowman brought to life with a live orchestral performance...
December 25th 2024 to April 2nd 2025
Exhibition
25 Dec 2024 to 2 Apr 2025
Join a member of Baltic Crew for a Wonder & Wander around one of our...
December 31st 2024 to December 31st 2024
Family
31 Dec 2024 to 31 Dec 2024
Newcastle City Centre
Ring in 2025 with a Spectacular Display Over the Tyne! Celebrate the arrival of 202...
February 25th 2025 to March 1st 2025
Family
25 Feb 2025 to 1 Mar 2025
Direct from London, step through the wardrobe this winter into the magical kingdom of Narnia...
February 25th 2025 to March 1st 2025
Direct from London, step through...
April 5th 2025
Browse an array of stalls...
June 10th 2025 to June 15th 2025
Starring X-Factor winner and Theatre...
July 20th to July 21st
November 16th to December 24th
November 22nd to December 31st
December 1st to January 5th
December 24th to January 5th
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December 24th to December 31st
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December 24th to January 12th
December 24th
Food & Drink
Combining the best in British pub hospitality with individuality, character and quirky charm, The Brandling...
Food & Drink
Gateshead
Step into Italy, at Doppio Malto. Located in the corner of Metrocentre's food quarter in...
Things To Do
Further Afield
Re-live the glorious days of the steam railway at Stephenson Steam Railway in North Shields...
Things To Do
Gateshead
The Land of Oak & Iron covers a 177 km2 area surrounding the Derwent Valley...
Where to Stay
Gateshead
The Travelodge Gateshead hotel is just a few minutes from the Metrocentre, with quick access...
Where to Stay
If you're wanting a good night's sleep before jetting off on an early flight, then...
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Tynemouth
Tynemouth Priory and Castle is open for visitors to explore the English Heritage site overlooking...
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Further Afield
Silksworth Sports Complex and Ski Slopes is the North East’s premiere ski facility in Sunderland...
Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
Dust off your moon boots and hold onto your helmets as Mr Mulligan prepares to...
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Coast
Over the years the mighty North Sea has fashioned the coastline into dramatic cliffs and...
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Further Afield
Home to northern Europes largest man-made lake and England's largest forest, Kielder Water & Forest...
Things To Do
Coast
Cullercoats is a sandy bay enclosed by small piers, and is the perfect place to...
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