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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.
October 12th 2025 to November 9th 2025
Family
12 Oct 2025 to 9 Nov 2025
Explore the science centre with fewer visitors and less noise, and enjoy relaxed performances in...
November 3rd 2025 to December 24th 2025
Family
3 Nov 2025 to 24 Dec 2025
Newcastle City Centre
Experience the magic of Christmas as Fenwick transforms their rooftop into a snowy wonderland -...
November 8th 2025 to January 4th 2026
Family
8 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
Get your skates on! Life’s ice rink is back from Saturday 8 November for ...
November 8th 2025 to January 4th 2026
Family
8 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
Further Afield
Created by acclaimed theatrical designer Charlotte Lloyd Webber and her award-winning event design team, enter...
November 11th 2025 to November 15th 2025
Family
11 Nov 2025 to 15 Nov 2025
Direct from London, step through the wardrobe this winter into the magical kingdom of Narnia...
November 22nd 2025 to December 21st 2025
Family
22 Nov 2025 to 21 Dec 2025
It was only introduced 2 years ago but already it’s a Christmas favourite! The sell...
November 22nd 2025 to December 7th 2025
Family
22 Nov 2025 to 7 Dec 2025
Gateshead
Get ready to step into the festive spirit this winter as Gateshead Quayside’s Baltic Square...
November 29th 2025 to December 14th 2025
Family
29 Nov 2025 to 14 Dec 2025
Bring the wonder of Christmas to life at Eldon Square’s Elf School, where children of...
November 29th 2025 to December 22nd 2025
Family
29 Nov 2025 to 22 Dec 2025
The most magical ride of the year! Make this Christmas truly magical aboard our Elf...
December 5th 2025 to January 4th 2026
Enjoy the festive show with...
December 6th 2025 to December 7th 2025
Experience Home Alone like never...
December 7th 2025 to January 7th 2026
Enter a whole new world...
December 22nd 2025 to December 24th 2025
Experience the magic of Christmas...
March 25th to March 29th
June 19th to June 20th
July 20th to July 21st
September 20th to December 20th
September 23rd to February 24th
September 23rd to September 23rd
October 4th to December 6th
October 10th to November 14th
November 6th to November 7th
November 6th to October 24th
November 6th to November 7th
November 6th to November 7th
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Newcastle City Centre
At the Laing Art Galley there's always something to keep everyone entertained and informed, from...
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Coast
North of Newcastle in coastal village Alnmouth, Northumberland, visitors will find luxurious, self-catering apartments in...
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Tynemouth
Tynemouth Longsands is one of the many beautiful North East beaches. It attracts people from...
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Newcastle City Centre
Close to both Newcastle's Quayside and the city centre, Travelodge Newcastle Central is a convenient...
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Hadrian's Wall
Built around AD160, Arbeia Roman Fort once played an essential role in the mighty frontier...
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Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
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Gateshead
St Mary's Heritage Centre is based within the former St Mary's Church which dates from...
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Newcastle City Centre
Utilita Arena Newcastle (formerly Metro Radio Arena) sits overlooking the River Tyne and with a...
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Newcastle City Centre
Newcastle's very own video gaming lounge located at The Gate. The CTRL Pad is packed...
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Gateshead
GO Gateshead’s Clip ‘n Climb is based at Gateshead Leisure Centre and features a huge...
Where to Stay
Gateshead
The Travelodge Gateshead hotel is just a few minutes from the Metrocentre, with quick access...
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Ouseburn
There are two lengths of tours offered – click on the option you want to...
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