Family-Friendly NewcastleGateshead
Families looking for things to do in NewcastleGateshead will find a range of family-friendly activities from museums and attractions to crazy golf, theatre and entertainment all year round.
Families looking for things to do in NewcastleGateshead will find a range of family-friendly activities from museums and attractions to crazy golf, theatre and entertainment all year round.
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Choose from the best attractions to keep the whole family entertained from a trip into outer space at Life Science Centre where the wonders of modern science are revealed, or a chance to explore the farthest reaches of history at Great North Museum: Hancock where you can even meet their life-size dinosaur skeleton!
Newcastle and Gateshead have plenty of excellent free museums, like Discovery Museum, and art galleries, such as Shipley Art Gallery, which have hands-on exhibits and creative events especially tailored to mini culture vultures.
Budding writers and illustrators will love Seven Stories which is the UK's National Centre for Children's Books. Explore exhibitions of original illustrations and first drafts from creators of children’s books. Take part in interactive events and lively storytelling sessions which will bring stories to life every day.
Burn off steam at The Valley Climb in Ouseburn and try a new physical challenge as a family when you have a go at bouldering or get competitive with a round of themed crazy golf, Angry Birds at Metrocentre in Gateshead.
Lovers of the great outdoors should head to WWT Washington Wetland Centre to encounter all sorts of wildlife from mini-beasts to a flock of flamingos. Families wanting to travel back in time can enjoy an immersive visit to Beamish Museum and get hands-on with history every day. Tynemouth Aquarium is a short Metro ride from Newcastle city centre and a great family day out at the coast.
Families can hop on the Metro and be at the coast, in the city centre or visiting some of the region's most iconic landmarks in no time! Take the kids for free on the Metro and Shields Ferry with an offer which allows for up to three kids aged 11 and under to travel for free all day, every day when accompanied by a fare-paying adult. Find out more here.
May 29th 2026
Family
29 May 2026 to 29 May 2026
Nigel McIntyre and Gareth Watson presents Hamza Yassin: My Life Behind the Lens'My mission is...
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...
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 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...
May 1st 2026 to May 1st 2026
Family
1 May 2026 to 1 May 2026
In this a-MEOW-zing musical show, Gabby unboxes a special acorn that needs the magical touch...
February 24th 2025 to February 24th 2025
Live Music
24 Feb 2025 to 24 Feb 2025
Newcastle City Centre
Newcastle’s Vertu Motors Arena will once again host international basketball as Great Britain takes on...
February 22nd 2025 to February 22nd 2025
The 2026 Lunar New Year...
March 28th 2026 to March 28th 2026
The Great North Museum: Hancock...
High Force Waterfall is one...
Post date: 31st December 2025
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The tinsel may still up, the Christmas dinner is over and you're starting to look ahead to the new year. If you're looking for things to do between Christmas and New Year in Newcastle and Gateshead, then look no further.
With firework displays, fantastic events, plenty bars and restaurants to enjoy, there is so much going on for you to raise a glass to. Read on for all the information you need to celebrate New Year's Eve in NewcastleGateshead...
Santa Claus is coming to Toon! Click here to find out where to meet Father Christmas in Newcastle and Gateshead.
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