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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 7th 2026 to November 28th 2026
Family
7 Feb 2026 to 28 Nov 2026
Wylam Brewery are back with their 2026 Food Battles - a series of exciting events...
March 28th 2026 to April 19th 2026
Family
28 Mar 2026 to 19 Apr 2026
This Easter holiday, join us for a fun-filled adventure quest! Follow the Easter trail, hunt...
April 3rd 2026 to September 27th 2026
Family
3 Apr 2026 to 27 Sept 2026
Experience the biggest collection of moving dinosaurs in the North this Easter! Become a Dino...
April 3rd 2026 to April 12th 2026
Family
3 Apr 2026 to 12 Apr 2026
Join our master builders and help bring history to life with LEGO® bricks. Mini builders...
April 4th 2026 to April 4th 2026
Family
4 Apr 2026 to 4 Apr 2026
The Wiggles present their most magical live show experience to date with The Wiggles Tree...
April 6th 2026 to April 19th 2026
Family
6 Apr 2026 to 19 Apr 2026
Gateshead
Retro Mini Metro is all about those nostalgic moments from the centre’s history through a...
April 7th 2026 to April 14th 2026
Family
7 Apr 2026 to 14 Apr 2026
Relaxed Mouse Tales is a session aimed at families who may require a quieter environment...
April 7th 2026 to April 14th 2026
Family
7 Apr 2026 to 14 Apr 2026
The session will be most suited to participants who are learning at an age of...
April 9th 2026 to April 15th 2026
Family
9 Apr 2026 to 15 Apr 2026
The Muppet men branch out with this unoriginal children's fantasy surrounding the quest for a...
May 1st 2026 to May 1st 2026
In this a-MEOW-zing musical show...
May 29th 2026
Nigel McIntyre and Gareth Watson...
June 19th 2026 to June 20th 2026
Peppa Pig and friends are...
July 11th 2026 to August 12th 2026
Wiggly. Giggly. Everyone dancing.Think rave...
August 9th
August 29th
November 21st to November 22nd
November 24th to January 17th
July 20th to July 21st
September 23rd to September 23rd
March 14th to July 5th
March 28th to December 31st
April 3rd to October 24th
April 3rd to April 12th
April 4th to April 4th
April 11th to April 11th
July 21st 2026 to August 25th 2026
Heritage
21 Jul 2026 to 25 Aug 2026
Gateshead
A fun crafting session for all. Our friendly staff will be on hand to support...
Food & Drink
Gateshead
Windows on the Tyne restaurant at Hilton NewcastleGateshead offers a unique range of dining experiences...
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Jesmond
Jesmond Dene is a unique haven of peace and tranquillity for the people of Newcastle...
Food & Drink
Jesmond
Fern Dining Room & Bar Fern is an upmarket neighbourhood dining room and bar. The...
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Hadrian's Wall
Visit the Vindolanda Trust website for more information about the new measures and how to...
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Further Afield
Please ring to check opening times before travelling as they change according to the tide...
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Newcastle City Centre
Northern Stage reaches beyond the ordinary. Northern Stage in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne is a registered charity. It...
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Further Afield
The Castle with its magnificent cross-shaped keep crowns a hilltop above the River Coquet. Once...
Where to Stay
Coast
North of Newcastle in coastal village Alnmouth, Northumberland, visitors will find luxurious, self-catering apartments in...
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Further Afield
Whatever the season, come rain or shine, the award-winning WWT Washington Wetland Centre is the...
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Hadrian's Wall
Housesteads Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall is open for visitors looking for a day out...
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Hadrian's Wall
Visit Segedunum Roman Fort and Museum in Newcastle! To help make the most of your...
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