Prepare to be spellbound at The Play Café Sunderland for a magical afternoon of comedy and illusions at the Mister Twister Magic Show. Children can laugh out loud at jaw dropping tricks, high energy antics and expert balloon modelling during this spectacular summer holiday performance (10th Aug)

Step right up to Newcastle Theatre Royal for a magnificent theatrical experience at the smash hit musical Barnum. Audiences can marvel at a circus infused spectacle featuring dazzling international acrobats, multi award winning music and a cast of over 20 talented actor musicians (11th - 15th August)

Pounce over to Gala Durham for a thrilling family musical adventure at Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape. Young theatre goers can follow the hilarious nocturnal missions of an extraordinary blind cat packed with brilliant puppetry, laugh out loud fun and incredible original songs (11th - 13th August)

Travel back in time at Warkworth Castle for a spectacular clash of strength and skill at the medieval Knights' Tournament. Families can get up close to the historical action to cheer on armored warriors and their squires as they compete in grueling combat rounds and a grand final melee (11th - 12th August)

Dive into a winter wonderland at STACK Newcastle Pilgrim Street for a magical day of frozen fun at the Ice Extravaganza. Little ones can keep the summer heat at bay with live theatrical performances from their favourite winter characters, interactive games and a high energy kid's disco (11th August)

Head down to South Shields Seafront Amphitheatre for an afternoon of completely free seaside entertainment at Kids Fest. Families can enjoy two hours of non stop high energy fun, including interactive games, lively dances, silly challenges and a turn at the famous gunge tank (11th August)

Sing and dance along at STACK Seaburn for an educational afternoon of toddler friendly fun at the Toddler Takeover: Celebration of Ms Rachel. Early learners can get silly during an interactive mini fest filled with classic nursery rhymes, engaging learning games and lively family surprises (11th August)

Get creative at the Bridges Shopping Centre Sunderland for an eco friendly crafting session at Crabby Crafts. Aspiring young artists can learn about marine conservation while repurposing recycled paper cups into colourful, custom made deep blue sea creatures (11th August)

Head over to Old Eldon Square for a fantastic, free open air movie marathon at NE1's Screen on the Green. Families can sink into comfy deckchairs for a full day of back to back family favourites, featuring a delightful morning screening of Tabby McTat followed by afternoon showings of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Clifford the Big Red Dog (11th August)

Roar with laughter at Alnwick Playhouse as the Alnwick Theatre Club brings the beloved British television comedy The Vicar of Dibley to life. Audiences can enjoy a wonderfully warm and witty production following the hilarious antics of Geraldine Granger as she tries to win over her eccentric new parish council (12th - 15th August)

Burn off some holiday energy at The Glasshouse for a vibrant family dance party at the Little Groovers Summer Shake down. Mini ravers can throw some serious shapes on a bustling dance floor packed with a live club DJ, falling bubbles and bright glow sticks (12th August)

Make a splash with South Tyneside Youth Services at the Water Activity Centre for an energetic afternoon of outdoor thrills at the SUP and BBQ social. Teenagers can test their balance on stand up paddleboards before heading back to dry land to unwind with a delicious, freshly grilled feast (18th August)

Bring your best pop choreography to The Play Café Sunderland for an unforgettable, high energy lunchtime meet up with K-Pop Demon Hunter star Rumi. Young fans can learn authentic dance routines, test their skills in themed games and capture the perfect picture (21st August)

Enjoy a completely FREE afternoon of traditional seaside entertainment at Trinity Square Gateshead for the classic Punch and Judy Show. As part of the town's Summer of Fun, families can sit back and giggle at the iconic, fast paced puppet mischief and slapstick comedy routines (12th August)

Prepare to be amazed at STACK Newcastle Pilgrim Street for an afternoon of bewildering illusions at the Magician Marvin family show. Little ones will be completely captivated by a fast paced performance seamlessly blending astonishing sleight of hand tricks, lively ventriloquism and hilarious puppet sidekicks (13th August)

Get your sparkle on at St. James' STACK for a high energy afternoon of pure girl power at the Glitter Pop Tribute Show. Music loving kids can sing their hearts out to a dazzling concert experience celebrating the chart topping anthems of Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Little Mix (12th August)

Drop into the Bridges Shopping Centre Sunderland for a delightfully scented bath-time crafting session at the Lush Ocean Explorers Workshop. Aspiring cosmetic makers can get hands on to mix fresh ingredients, press their own custom bath bombs, and learn about marine wildlife (20th August)

Grab a deckchair at Old Eldon Square for a completely FREE triple bill movie screening at NE1's Screen on the Green. Film fans can enjoy an open air cinema marathon featuring Journey to the Centre of the Earth, The Chronicles of Narnia and an evening showing of The Way Way Back (12th August)

Unwind by the coast at South Shields Seafront Amphitheatre for a completely FREE afternoon of fast paced summer high jinks at Kids Fest. Families can gather for two hours of non stop entertainment, including outdoor crowd games, high energy dance numbers and a turn at the messy gunge tank (13th August)

Pack a picnic for Wharton Park Durham to enjoy an eccentric open air Shakespearean production of As You Like It by The HandleBards. This four strong troupe cycles across the UK with their entire set on their bikes to deliver a hilariously chaotic performance packed with mistaken identities (13th August)

Venture into the deep dark woods at The Play Café Sunderland for a wonderfully interactive literary adventure at the Gruffalo Storytime Session. Little explorers can listen to the beloved children's tale, test their bravery during a live character meet and greet and create a woodland craft to take home (13th August)

Treat your toddlers to Acorn & Oak Play Café Whitley Bay for a high energy morning of educational music and movement with lookalikes of Blippi and Ms Rachel. Early learners can dance along to hit preschool songs, play in the soft play area and snap a high five photo (13th August)

Get ready to wiggle at STACK Newcastle Pilgrim Street for an educational, music filled morning at the Toddler Takeover: Celebration of Ms Rachel. Little ones can jump into a lively mini festival space filled with interactive learning games, classic nursery rhymes and colourful bubble machines (13th August)

Bring your best pop star dance moves to STACK Seaburn for a high octane family tribute concert at the Glitter Pop Fest. Music loving children can sing along to a dazzling showcase packed with non stop choreography, chart topping girl power anthems and vibrant crowd games (13th August)

Drop into the Bridges Shopping Centre Sunderland for a completely FREE sea themed crafting workshop at Jiggling Jellyfish. Part of the Ocean Explorers Camp, creative kids can use colourful recycled materials to design their own dangling, googly eyed marine creatures while learning about plastic pollution (13th August)

Pull up a deckchair at Old Eldon Square for a completely FREE open air movie triple bill at NE1's Screen on the Green. Film fans can enjoy a full day of cinema starting with animal antics in Dolittle, followed by superhero action in Incredibles 2 and concluding with a rocking evening music screening of EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert (13th August)

Pitch a tent at West Benridge Farm for Northumberland's ultimate three day family weekend at the Rave and Play Festival. Families can unplug and connect inside an immersive green space packed with live DJs, creative crafts, circus skills and outdoor sports (14th - 17th August)

Climb aboard the Teesside Princess for a delightfully nostalgic river cruise at the Teddy Bears Picnic. Little ones can pack their favourite cuddly companions for a scenic sailing trip filled with music, interactive games and child friendly treats on the water (14th August)

Dance under open skies at Derwent Waterside Park for a massive weekend of outdoor live music at Derwent Fest 2026. Music fans can soak up stunning reservoir views while singing along to premier UK tribute acts (14th - 15th August)

Step inside a cartoon fairytale at The Play Café Sunderland for an enchanting lunchtime meet and greet at It's Minnie Time. Young Disney fans can play in the soft play area, learn lively dances, and capture a photo with Minnie Mouse (14th August)

Cool down from the summer heat at Tweddle Farm during their high energy Foam Party Fridays. Included in standard admission, families can head to the fields at 3:30pm to dance through giant blasts of suds alongside a lively pop soundtrack (14th August)

Celebrate three decades of chart topping indie rock at Seaburn's Cliffe Park as legendary band Embrace headlines Live at Cliffe Park. Music fans can scream out anthems like Gravity against a beautiful backdrop right by the sea (14th August)

Help create a giant piece of sustainable public art at the Bridges Shopping Centre Sunderland during the FREE Bottle Lid Mural Workshop. Aspiring young environmentalists can team up with an artist to assemble a vibrant ocean masterpiece using recycled plastic caps (14th August)

Unwind in a city centre deckchair at Old Eldon Square for a completely FREE open air double feature at NE1's Screen on the Green. Settle in for a hilarious animated afternoon with The Day The Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie followed by Frozen (14th August)

Gather your friends for an unforgettable theatrical production at O2 City Hall Newcastle as Astravaganza Entertainment presents Calendar Girls. Audiences will be deeply moved by this hilarious, heart warming classic following a group of extraordinary women who pose for an alternative calendar to raise hospital funds (15th August)

Head down to The Barking Dog Wallsend for a fantastic, completely FREE ENTRY afternoon at the Summer Farm Family Festival. Little ones can get close to friendly animal guests in a petting zoo, while parents enjoy outdoor bars, food and live musical entertainment (15th August)

Get ready to wiggle at Petite Street Playtown Durham for a high energy roleplay session alongside the Princess Pavilion. Young fans can burn off holiday energy singing, dancing and laughing along to a soundtrack of preschool pop hits during an interactive afternoon (15th August)

Belt out your favourite animated anthems at The Customs House South Shields for a magical family Disney Sing Along. Theatregoers of all ages can dress up as their most loved characters to enjoy a performance packed with iconic fairy tale tunes and full crowd participation (15th August)

Sing your heart out right by the seafront at Cliffe Park as iconic Britpop pioneers Ocean Colour Scene headline Live at Cliffe Park. Sunderland's massive One Big Summer series continues with an incredible evening of live music, serving up timeless guitar anthems (15th August)

Pack a blanket for Crook Hall Gardens Durham to enjoy a hilariously fast paced outdoor production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night by The Pantaloons. This theatre troupe brings the classic tale to life with their signature chaotic energy, live music and slapstick wit (15th August)

Settle into a city centre deckchair at Old Eldon Square for a completely FREE open air double feature at NE1's Screen on the Green. Families can enjoy a high octane afternoon of blockbuster animation, kicking off with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 followed by Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (15th August)

Marvel at exotic feathers and free flight displays at Temple Park Centre South Shields for the spectacular Tropical Bird Show. Families can meet incredible parrots up close, chat with expert handlers and browse a unique variety of bird care stalls during the region's premier avian exhibition (16th August)

Bring your little VIPs to Blue Flames Sports Club Benton for a high energy indoor celebration at the Kidz Pop Summer Mini Festival. Children can dance through snow foam and enjoy party games alongside live tribute performances of chart favourites from Taylor Swift and Harry Styles (16th August)

Throw some serious shapes at The Jubilee Club Walker for an energetic afternoon of catchy South Korean pop music at the K-Kids K-Pop Party. Perfect for young music fans, the dancefloor will be buzzing with fast paced choreography, interactive games and face glitter stations (16th August)

Get ready for a high energy afternoon of non stop music at Hardwick Hall Hotel Sedgefield for the family Disney K-Pop Sing A Long Party. Young fans can dress up to enjoy a lively afternoon blending iconic fairy tale tracks with catchy South Korean pop anthems, complete with a family party meal and interactive games (16th August)

Pull up a deckchair at Old Eldon Square for a completely FREE open air double feature at NE1's Screen on the Green. Settle in for a brilliant day of alfresco cinema starting with the classic family comedy Mrs. Doubtfire at midday, followed by the animated sports comedy Goat (16th August)