Newcastle is buzzing this weekend (April 4th & 5th) with big shows, Easter fun, and museum exploration! Catch The Wiggles live, dive into an underwater panto, or enjoy free entry to the new archaeology exhibition at the Great North Museum. Perfect for filling your Easter weekend!
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FREE Mini Train Rides
Exhibition Park
Free train rides in Jesmond on Sunday morning!
TREASURE : HIDDEN, LOST, FOUND (Exhibition)
Great North Museum: Hancock
Explore free archaeology exhibits indoors at the Great North Museum.
FREE Mini Train Rides
Exhibition Park
Classic train rides perfect for toddlers and preschoolers on Sunday.
· April 4
8: The Wiggles are bringing their most magical live show experience to Newcastle this Saturday! If your little ones love Dorothy, Simon, Lachy, and Tsehay, this is the must-see event of the day.It's a major headline show only happening on Saturday.
: Dive Under the Sea for the Easter Panto version of The Little Mermaid, starring JJ Hamblett from Union J. They have afternoon and evening shows both days, so booking is essential.A major Easter pantomime running across both Saturday and Sunday.
: Get messy on Saturday morning making Easter-themed slime! This craft workshop runs at 10:30 AM.Specific Saturday morning craft session that sounds hands-on and fun.
NERD FEST 2026 : A day packed with retro gaming, traders, and entertainment from the Bubble Man and Zippy, running from 10:00 AM on Saturday.Great dedicated event for older kids interested in gaming and pop culture.
: Head to Whitley Bay for the Easter Funfair at Spanish City, starting Saturday morning at 11:00 AM.Specific funfair happening on Saturday in the wider Newcastle area.
FREE : A huge free family fun day in Blyth on Saturday featuring face painting, Easter crafts, an egg hunt, and carnival rides. A great outdoor option if you are willing to travel slightly north.It’s entirely free and offers a massive variety of activities, including competitions.
: Get hands-on with animal cuddling, bottle feeding lambs, and tractor rides, plus see Barbie and Spiderman inspired characters on Saturday!Massive farm day out with special character meets on Saturday.
: Join the fun-filled adventure quest at Belsay this Saturday! Follow the Easter trail to hunt for clues and earn a treat. Trail entry is just £2 per child.Perfect historical location hosting a specific Easter trail this weekend.
· April 5
2FREE MINI TRAIN RIDESFREE : Enjoy free mini train rides in Exhibition Park on Sunday. While free, they welcome donations if you can spare a few coins.A fantastic free activity perfect for younger children on Sunday.
: Catch the Easter Eggspress train ride on Sunday, and then complete an Easter trail around the museum for a chocolate egg prize. Train tickets start from £7.Combines a museum visit with a themed train ride and trail on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
4FREE : This exhibition lets you see amazing archaeological finds from across the North of England, like Roman coins and Viking silver. It's completely free to drop in on Saturday or Sunday.Excellent free museum activity covering both days.
: See 25 moving dinosaurs, including a T-Rex, and follow the trail at Life Science Centre. This major exhibition is running all weekend.A huge, high-production event running all weekend, guaranteed to impress dinosaur fans.
: Seven Stories has a jam-packed Saturday featuring storytime performances, plus workshops for making bunny wreaths and spring spoons.A creative hub in Ouseburn with multiple craft activities available Saturday.
: On Sunday, kids can enrol in Princess & Knight School at historic Bamburgh Castle. They can also try launching Easter Eggs via a Trebuchet!A unique historical activity only running on Sunday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Newcastle this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) you can enjoy the FREE TREASURE exhibition at the Great North Museum, or head to Exhibition Park on Sunday for FREE Mini Train Rides (donations welcome).
What is there to do on Sunday, April 5th?
Sunday highlights include The Little Mermaid Panto, Princess & Knight School at Bamburgh Castle, the Easter Eggspress at Stephenson Railway Museum, and the Spanish City Funfair.
Are there any science or dinosaur events running?
Yes, The Great Dinosaur Escape exhibition is running all weekend at the Life Science Centre, featuring 25 moving dinosaurs and a Dino Show.
