What's On in the North East for Kids & Teens | November 2025

Always check with venues for the most up to date info when making plans and before setting off as sometimes events can change. You can do this by clicking the blue links.

I have not included most Christmas Market listings in this post (too many!), you can read my full guide to North East Christmas Markets here: https://www.northeastfamilyfun.co.uk/2018/10/guide-to-north-east-christmas-markets-2018.html

(ad) The Big Opera Mystery at Newcastle Theatre Royal

Do your kids love solving puzzles, mysteries and fancy themselves as a bit of a detective? This is the event for them!

Perfect for families with children aged 5-12 years

Book now for Sat 8 Nov at 12noon

Tickets from just £7

A super engaging, entertaining and interactive show designed to give families the opportunity to try something new

An expert thief is on the loose, and only you can catch them!

Bring your thinking-caps, your magnifying glasses and all your crime-solving skills: this is a mystery like no other, where the suspects are some of the greatest opera characters of all time – and the detective is YOU!

A 50 minute performance complete with a stunning live Orchestra (Orchestra of Opera North), this is the perfect first encounter with opera for the whole family.

Tickets from just £7. What an absolute bargain! Book here: https://www.theatreroyal.co.uk/whats-on/the-big-opera-mystery/

(ad) Disney On Ice at Newcastle's Utilita Arena

Grab your Mickey Ears and enjoy the Ultimate Disney Experience right here in Newcastle. Perfect for all ages from 0-100+. You can expect:

Over 200 props and costumes

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy

Join Mirabel and the world of Encanto as she sets out to save her family’s beloved Casita

Get tangled with Rapunzel as she dares to explore the world outside her own

Journey alongside Anna, Elsa and Olaf on their quest to protect the kingdom

See how far Moana will go when she embarks on an action-packed voyage with mighty demigod Maui in a quest to save her island

Be there as Belle boldly tames the fearsome Beast

Dive “Under The Sea” and test the power of true love with The Little Mermaid

Experience state of the art technology, sing-along moments, a chance to dance to your favourite Disney songs and memories that will last a lifetime

Newcastle’s Utilita Arena from 19th – 23rd November 2025.

Tickets are available from £20 here: www.disneyonice.co.uk

(ad) Earth, Wind and Fire Garden at Ridley Park, Blyth

Walk through a fire-breathing flower arch into a world of shimmering sculptures, glowing fire trees, and giant lotus flowers that breathe flame.

Highlights include:
🌍 The Flaming Daisy Chain – a fiery moving sculpture
💨 In the Balance – rotating fiery globes featuring children’s drawings
🔥 Spot hidden surprises like a midnight owl, flying dragons, and the glowing storytelling creature Ghost Caribou
🎶 All set to the lively sounds of the Northern Monkey Brass Band.
✨ Friday 14 November starts with a Lantern Parade (5pm to 5.30pm), created by Headway Arts with Newsham Primary, Wise Academies, and the Blyth Culture Network. Over 100 hand-crafted lanterns and two glowing figures - The Sun & Sky Spirit and The Wind & Wave Sprite - will lead the way into the Fire Garden.

All you need to know:
📅 Friday 14 & Saturday 15 November
⏰ 5pm to 9pm
📍 Ridley Park, Blyth (NE24 3HF)
🎟 Free, drop-in, no booking required
👍All ages welcome, Ridley Park is accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs and there are toilets (including accessible) on site.
💡 Dress warmly and enjoy this spellbinding world of fire, light, wind, and water.
🚌 Blyth Bus Station is just around the corner and there are a number of free car parks in Blyth centre are a short walk away. I expect this event to be busy and public transport is recommended.
🐾 Dogs on short leads welcome

🔗 More info: greatnorthumberland.co.uk/firegarden

🥪 If you're looking for somewhere to dine afterwards, I can personally recommend the Commissioners Quay Pub (nice and cosy) or Asmara Indian Lounge both less than 5 minutes walk from the event.

This free outdoor event is presented as part of Blyth Celebrates - putting creativity at the heart of the town's regeneration.

8 & 9 November (North of Tyne)