February Half-Term Fun: What to Do With the Kids in Newcastle
Keep the kids busy this February half-term holiday with our top picks of family-friendly events
The weather might not be on our side, but there’s no shortage of half-term fun to be had with the kids in Newcastle this February!
From terrific theatre and creative classes to castle tours and a family-friendly silent disco, there’s loads for the whole family to get stuck into.
Half Term Fun @ Life Science Centre
As ever, Life Science Centre has a whole host of events to keep little would-be scientists busy this half term. Special guests Medical Mavericks will be bringing their phenomenal show to the centre (Saturday 22nd – Friday 28th February), while Just Look Up gives audiences the chance to tour the night skies in a presenter-led full-dome show. And that’s not forgetting their live show spectacular – packed with best bits from Life Science Centre’s past twenty-five years – and an immersive infinity room dedicated to recycling that shows just why every can counts!
Saturday 22nd February – Sunday 2nd March 2025, £12.95 (adults) / £12 (concession) / £9.50 (child aged 3-17) / free (child aged 2 and under) / free (carer, please bring proof)
Rude Science! @ Tyne Theatre & Opera House
If the kids have been inspired after your trip to the Life Science Centre, then why not catch Rude Science! at Tyne Theatre & Opera House this half-term holiday? This wonderfully silly show is designed to delight young audiences – whilst also aiming to inspire a lifelong love for the topic. Packed with revolting experiments to make complex biology, physics and chemistry feel more accessible, it’s one that’ll get the whole family laughing along.
Sunday 2nd March 2025, From £18.50
Family Silent Disco Party @ Newcastle Cathedral
North East company Awesome Silent Discos are boogeying back to Newcastle Cathedral this February for another family-friendly session! Join them from 12:30pm to 3pm for a groovy afternoon of 90s and 2000s classics, modern hits, and kids favourite party tunes.
Saturday 22nd February 2025, From £9
The Koala Who Could @ Northern Stage
Based on the best-selling book by Rachel Bright and Jim Field, The Koala Who Could comes to life at Northern Stage this half term. This empowering story about embracing change, from the creators of The Lion Inside, follows Kevin the Koala, as his forest friends help him branch out from the comfort of his perch on the tree. With music and lyrics by Eammon O’Dwyer, it’s an ideal choice if you’re after a wholesome day out with the family.
Tuesday 25th February – Sunday 2nd March 2025, From £12
Kids’ Castle Adventures Tour @ Newcastle Castle
Brave young warriors are invited to Newcastle Castle this Half-Term to test their strength on the Kids’ Castle Adventures Tour. Families will explore the historic venue like never before, hearing stories from the Castle’s past before braving a visit to the dungeon, attempting to triumph against renowned knight Sir Aymer de Atholl in combat, and trying their hand at archery before being knighted on the roof of the castle. Phew!
Saturday 22nd February 2025, From £10
Art Club @ Laing Art Gallery
Let the kids imaginations run wild at the Laing Art Gallery this February with their Art Club. A space for young people to explore the galleries, talk about art, and create their own pieces with the help of a professional arts educator, it’s the ideal place for their creativity to blossom.
Tuesday 25th, Wednesday 26th & Thursday 27th February 2025, From £35
The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe @ Theatre Royal
This half term, the entrance to Narnia isn’t a set of wardrobe doors… it’s through the Theatre Royal! West End smash-hit The Lion, The Witch & The Wardrobe arrives in Newcastle, inviting us to join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter on their incredible adventure and captivating young audiences with its phenomenal stage design and incredible costuming.
Tuesday 25th February – Saturday 1st March 2025, Prices vary
Family Twilight: Nature-Friendly Futures @ Great North Museum: Hancock
Join the Great North Museum: Hancock to imagine a brighter, more sustainable world with their Family Twilight: Nature-Friendly Futures event. Tackle exciting challenges alongside LEGO® Build the Change, get hands-on with nature-inspired activities and learn from nature specialists and environment experts.
Friday 21st February, Free entry (booking essential)
Children’s Art Workshop: Create a Plate Design @ Hatton Gallery
Inspired by their current Sustainable Clay exhibition, Hatton Gallery’s “Ways to Play” programme continues this February with an art workshop for kids where little ones can create their very own plate design. Sessions are free to attend with no booking required, so it’s ideal for families on a busy schedule this half term!
Monday 24th February 2025, Free entry
Little Monks Cookery Club & Smart Cookies Cookery Club @ Blackfriars
Kids can cook up a storm at Blackfriars Cookery School this month, with both their Little Monks and Smart Cookies Cookery Clubs! The former is for all 7-10 year olds, and designed to give them a confidence boost in the kitchen, learning everything from how to enjoy fruit and veg to making their very own lunch. The latter helps 11-17 year olds build on the basics of cooking, with a choice of delicious dishes for them to make throughout the session.
Little Monks Cookery Club, Tuesday 25th & Wednesday 26th February 2025, £75 / Smart Cookies Cookery Club, Thursday 27th & Friday 28th February 2025, £75
So whether you’ve got budding scientists, chefs or artists in the family, there’s plenty to keep the little ones booked and busy this February half term in Newcastle!
Main Image: Life Science Centre's Infinity Room
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