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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.
February 10th 2026 to March 31st 2026
Family
10 Feb 2026 to 31 Mar 2026
Small Sounds is Newcastle Cathedral’s lively, welcoming music-making group for children aged 0–5 and their...
February 14th 2026 to March 1st 2026
Family
14 Feb 2026 to 1 Mar 2026
Gateshead
Welcome to the Shape Festival for Young People, the celebration of culture and creativity taking...
February 25th 2026 to April 2nd 2026
Family
25 Feb 2026 to 2 Apr 2026
Big Beasts, Little Beasts is an interactive family trail that invites you to explore the...
February 25th 2026 to March 1st 2026
Family
25 Feb 2026 to 1 Mar 2026
We have two weeks of fun lined up at Life, covering the February half-term holidays...
February 25th 2026 to March 1st 2026
Family
25 Feb 2026 to 1 Mar 2026
This February half-term, special guests Wonderstruck bring their spectacular Rocket Show to Life, packed with...
February 25th 2026 to March 27th 2026
Family
25 Feb 2026 to 27 Mar 2026
Gateshead
Wed 25 – Fri 27 Feb | 10:00-18:00Dive into an ocean of creativity this February...
February 27th 2026 to February 27th 2026
Family
27 Feb 2026 to 27 Feb 2026
Come and meet some real-life Vikings and Viking experts at the museum in our Natural...
February 28th 2026 to February 28th 2026
Family
28 Feb 2026 to 28 Feb 2026
Following a sold-out 2025 edition and a dramatic final race, the FIM World SuperEnduro Championship...
March 14th 2026 to March 14th 2026
Family
14 Mar 2026 to 14 Mar 2026
Gateshead
One of the most joyful and colourful days in the events calendar is nearly here...
March 15th 2026 to March 15th 2026
Celebrate Mother’s Day somewhere memorable...
March 25th 2026 to March 29th 2026
Back by popular demand –...
March 28th 2026 to March 28th 2026
The Great North Museum: Hancock...
March 28th 2026 to April 19th 2026
This Easter holiday, join us...
April 3rd to April 12th
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April 9th to April 15th
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June 19th to June 20th
November 24th to January 17th
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February 7th to November 28th
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February 25th to October 24th
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Newcastle City Centre
Experience live sport in the most iconic stadium the North East has to offer -...
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Newcastle City Centre
Life is an amazing science centre in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne where one...
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Quayside
With stunning views over the River Tyne, this Grade 2 listed building is in an...
April 5th 2026 to April 6th 2026
Heritage
5 Apr 2026 to 6 Apr 2026
Join us this Easter for some Easter family fun at the Railway!Join the Easter Bunny...
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Newcastle City Centre
Newcastle Castle is a must-visit attraction in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne which not only explores the rich history...
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Further Afield
Beamish Museum is an award-winning attraction near Gateshead that brings to life North East heritage...
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Gateshead
Saltwell Park, based in the heart of Gateshead, is one of Britain's finest examples of...
Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
Starting off as a street food vendor, the ever popular Longhorns BBQ offering set up...
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Newcastle City Centre
You are never far from the tranquility of a leafy park in Newcastle city centre...
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Further Afield
The Auckland Project in Bishop Auckland offers a unique cultural experience, featuring a collection of...
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Racing is for everyone. Newcastle Racecourse is a great day out for fans of live...
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Coast
Battle it out at Smugglers Cove, a pirate themed mini adventure golf course. This 12-hole...
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