We’re bringing a brand-new action-packed family fun day to Newcastle this summer with Quayside Carnival!
Taking over the riverfront, all the way from NE1’s Newcastle City Marina to past Pitcher & Piano, there’ll be tonnes of family-friendly activities to explore.
Wander amongst the roaming performers en route to the face painting station, balloon and bubble artists!
Meanwhile in the Active Zone, visitors can work up a sweat with family yoga classes and martial arts demonstrations. These will be bookable, so keep an eye out for the chance to reserve your space very soon.
At the heart of the carnival, you’ll find the Circus Stage – complete with performers and workshops to enjoy throughout the day. Want to plan ahead? See below for the schedule!
11:00 Kevin Armour
11:45 Aerial 1
12:15 Aerial 2
12:30 Circus Olympics
13:15 Aerial 3
13:45 Aerial 4
14:00 Kevin Armour
14:45 Aerial 5
Then, head over to the Make & Take Zone and get crafting. Thanks to our partner sponsor the Life Science Centre, imaginations are sure to be inspired here! There’ll be all sorts of crafts and activities including paper rockets from Life Science Centre, to origami animals with North East Museums, to making your very own slime. No bookings needed, just head over and get making! .
LUSH will also be there, with a super fun, hands-on bath bomb making experience designed just for the kids! So, if they fancy learning how to design and make their very own bath bomb then make sure you've got your spaces booked by visiting here.
And as if all that wasn’t enough, the Character Zone offers young’uns the chance to meet some of their very favourite characters! From an ice extravaganza (1:30pm), to Bluey and Friends (11:30am + 2:30pm), plus a special Quayside Carnival performance at 12:30pm! It’s the ideal way to round out the day with a spot of memory making together.
It’s set to be a great day out for the whole family – and best of all, it’s free!
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Price
Free, but some activities may require pre-booking. Keep an eye out for more details!Duration
- 9th August 2025
