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

This post was published in June 2025. Please check with venues direct for the most up to date info when making plans as info can change over time. 

Welcome to your bumper guide to what's on in June! 


(ad) FREE Discover Fest at Newcastle University (7 June) 



Newcastle University's FREE Discover Fest returns on 7 June. There are over 60 fun and free drop in activities to try across campus including: 
  • Take part in a Chemistry session 
  • Build a floating eco-system on the Tyne with LEGO
  • Try mind-controlling machines 
  • Control a bionic arm 
  • Drop in art workshops 
  • 'How to Survive an Apocolypse' mini family lecture
  • Graduation dress up, face painting and bubble fun for little ones 
  • Try Pickleball with Newcastle University Sports Department 
  • Campus treasure hunt 
  • Try state-of-the-art sports testing 
  • Compete against a self-driving car on the Robo Rally Track 

Find out more here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/discover-fest/

(please note, the link above defaults to the pre-bookable activities, select 'drop in' for a list of drop in activities). 

(ad) FREE Redcar Kite Festival (14 & 15 June) 



The fantastic FREE Redcar Kite Festival returns to Redcar Beach on 14 & 15 June. No need to book a ticket - simply turn up between 10am & 4pm. There are loads of FREE activities on offer including: 
  • Admire some of the world's largest kites being flown in the sky by top kite flyers 
  • Kite making workshops 
  • Make a floating jellyfish to fly in the wind 
  • Rockpool school 
  • Kite decorating and wheelchair flag making 
  • Science experiments with Big Science 
  • Sand sculpting workshops 
  • Beach vollyball & football 
  • Puppet shows and storytelling 
  • Live music and walkabout acts 
  • Heritage kite making 
  • Pop up paleontology 
All of the above is FREE! There's also a small selection of chargeable activities including Fossil activities, street food vans and a vintage fairground. You can also book a park and ride ticket in advance for a small charge.

Find out more: Redcar Kite Festival Facebook Event 


(ad FREE Entry The Hoppings (20-29 June) 



Europe's largest funfair returns to Newcastle Town Moor between 20 & 29 June. Here's a little look at what to expect: 
  • FREE Entry (pay as you go for rides / stalls) 
  • Over 400 attractions in total including over 100 options for little ones 
  • The UK's largest thrill rides including the Magic Mouse Coaster,  200ft Star Flyer & Mach 5 Bomber 
  • Giant Observation Wheel 
  • NEW Hoppings Village with Kidz Club, Charcter Meet & Greets, Live Music in the Live Lounge and 40+ Gourmet Street Food Stalls 
Find out more and check the entertainment schedule: https://www.facebook.com/TheHoppings/#


7 & 8 June (North of Tyne)


7 & 8 June (South of Tyne) 




14 & 15 June (North of Tyne) 



14 & 15 June (South of Tyne) 


21 & 22 June (North of Tyne) 


21 & 22 June (South of Tyne) 


28 & 29 June (North of Tyne) 

Dinosaur rEvolution at Tuille Museum 



28 & 29 June (South of Tyne) 


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