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Half-Term Activities in Newcastle

See what’s on over the school holidays including the half-term breaks in 2026. 

Girl helping younger brother over a bridge they built together.

Looking for things to do in Newcastle during the half-term holidays? This is your go-to guide for keeping the kids entertained — whether it’s October half-term, February, May or any break in between. You’ll also find lots of fun events and activities for all ages.

Plan your next half-term day out in Newcastle!

Young boy looking a tubes filled with colourful liquid in Life Science Centre's Lightbox

Upcoming school holidays and events in Newcastle

Little boy smiling at a juvenile T. rex at Newcastle's Life Science Centre

Roarsome Summer Fun!

Experience an amazing family day out with the biggest collection of moving dinosaurs in the North.

Life is the perfect venue for a birthday celebration, and party guests will be given an exciting itinerary where they can experience everything on offer.

Your party experience includes invitations, a special make (and take home) activity just for your group, plus a meal for each guest.

Birthday parties

Young children celebrating a birthday party at Life Science Centre