October 2025: 10 Half Term Events for Kids in Newcastle
There’s plenty to keep the kids busy this October half term in Newcastle
From art workshops and cooking classes, to prehistoric pals and mind-blowing magic, the Toon is far from quiet this half-term holiday.
It beats the kids staring at the TV or iPad all week long, so why not get the whole family out and about in Newcastle this October with these half-term happenings?
Art Club & Art Camp @ Laing Art Gallery
This October half term, the Laing Art Gallery is running art camps for 7-10 year olds, and an art club for 11-16 year olds. Both age groups are invited to explore the galleries, talk about art, and create their own work over the Half Term.
Art Club: Wednesday 29th October 2025, From £35 / Art Camp: Wednesday 29th & Thursday 30th October 2025, From £35 per day
Seasonal Sign-Making @ Hatton Gallery
Hatton Gallery are taking inspiration from their current display Keep On The Grass, with a seasonal sign-making workshop this October half term. Whether your budding artists decide to embrace the spirit of spooky season to invite the friendly ghouls in – or just keep the parents out! – it’s an ideal way to help spark those imaginations.
Saturday 25th – Friday 31st October 2025, Free
Photo: Yellow and white van on road during daytime / Photo by Ian Taylor via Unsplash / Free to use under the Unsplash Licence
Pop-Up Hospital Family Fun Day @ Newcastle Cathedral
If the kids have ever wanted to explore an ambulance or dress up as a doctor, then this pop-up hospital family fun day is the ideal half-term happening! Celebrating the incredible work of the NHS, Great North Children’s Hospital staff will be on-hand to help entertain and educate the little ones. There’s even a chance to meet the iconic mascot, Fudge the Giraffe, if the kids need more convincing!
Tuesday 28th October 2025, Free
Kids Black & White Football Party @ St. James’ Park
If the kids are football fanatics, then you’ll definitely want to pay a visit to St. James’ Park this half term! Perfect for little ones aged 2-11, there’ll be footy-themed games and songs on offer – as well as a choice of food and tea/coffee for the grown-ups. Go on, grab your scarves and keep the kids entertained for an afternoon!
Wednesday 29th October 2025, From £15 for juniors / £10 for adults / £45 for a family of four (two adults, two juniors)
Spot’s Birthday Party @ Northern Stage
Families are invited to celebrate Spot’s Birthday at Northern Stage with an engaging and interactive show. Expect catchy songs, dancing, and plenty of interactive games, as well as special guests like Steve the Monkey, Tom the Crocodile, and Helen the Hippo!
Wednesday 29th October – Sunday 2nd November 2025, From £12
Children’s Cookery Classes @ Blackfriars
Blackfriars is helping kids feel confident in the kitchen this October with their cookery classes! 7-10 year olds will love the Little Monks Cookery Club, where they can take things at their own pace, trying their hand at everything from super snacks to lunchtime favourites. Meanwhile, would-be chefs aged 11-17 can join the Smart Cookies Cookery Club, helping grow their skills with a range of delicious dishes for them to choose from.
Tuesday 28th – Friday 31st October 2025, From £90
Steve Backshall’s Deadly Live! @ Utilita Arena
Steve Backshall takes audiences on an unforgettable adventure this Half Term, as Deadly Live! arrives at the Utilita Arena. Wannabe adventurers (and their parents!) will learn about everything from big cats and birds of prey, to dangerous dinosaurs and snakes throughout this unforgettable experience!
Friday 24th October 2025, Prices vary
Squishmellows Treasure Hunt @ John Lewis
If the bairns are still Squishmellow-mad, then you’ll want to head to John Lewis for their fantastically themed treasure hunt! Find six hidden posters around the store, and they’ll be in with the chance to win a special prize. Grown-ups can also enter a prize draw for an Original Squishmellows 20”, or one of six John Lewis & Partners e-gift cards worth up to £250.
Saturday 18th – Friday 31st October 2025, Free
Forests, Nature & Ecology: Tour & Workshop for Young People @ Hatton Gallery
One for the older kids now, as Hatton Gallery invites those aged 12 to 18 for a tour of artist Uta Kögelsberger’s exhibition Some Kind of Love: Actions and Reactions to Living on a Damaged Planet. Afterwards, there’ll be a creative workshop to put those imaginations to good use!
Thursday 30th October 2025, Free
Children's Bakery Classes & Adult's Sparkling Cream Tea @ Fenwick
If the little ones fancy themselves a potion master, then head to Fenwick for their seasonal cooking classes this October! Their bakery classes offers kids the chance to make their own creepy cupcakes while the adults sip on sparkling wine, spooky scones, and tea or coffee.
Wednesday 29th – Friday 31st October 2025, From £16 (kids) / £18 (adults)
Phew! We weren’t lying when we said there’s a lot happening, you’ll be booked and busy through the week! Oh, you thought we’d forgotten about spooky season? Think again! We’ve done a whole separate round-up on all the kid-friendly Halloween events happening in Newcastle with more treats than tricks for the little ones too!
Featured image: Woman and Children Doing Art With Colored Papers by Yan Krukau via Pexels / Free to use under the Pexels License
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