Enjoy free activities this summer for families of all ages and abilities. There's lots of fun to be had, from artist workshops to Hula Fridays. Drop-in, no booking required.
Explore the journey of bread from farm to plate in this self-led play space for under 5s.
Join Toddler Time where your under 5's can explore the world around them through imaginative play.
Take part in creative making and inspiring conversation every Thursday this summer with The Anne Frank Trust UK.
Take part in free artist-led workshops this Summer inspired by BALTIC’s exhibitions, perfect for families with children aged 5-12 years.
ArtMix is a creative group open to all young people aged 13-19 years old. It is an inclusive space to create, connect and chat about art and the world around us. Join ArtMix to find out about free events and workshops, get great discounts and access to an exclusive space at Baltic.
Get creative and help the environment by making something out of scrap or waste materials in this free artist-led workshop. Perfect for families with children aged 5-12.
Borrow a hula hoop from our Play Library and have a spin and a twirl on Baltic Square. Suitable for our young and young at heart visitors.
Baltic's Learning Lounge is a fun and informal learning space where visitors can chat, rest, learn and play. There's no need to book, drop-in for free anytime Wed-Sun 10am-6pm.
Join a member of our Learning team for a Wonder and Wander tour where you and your toddler can discover our current exhibitions through sensory exploration using materials, movement and sound.
Family Days at BALTIC happen several times a year during and everyone is welcome. On these days we especially invite local families from across Tyne and Wear to play, make and create in a free day of creative activities by regional and national artists.
Baltic's Sensory Room is a quiet space to play and explore with sensory toys, projections and lights. Visit Wed-Sun, 10am-6pm. Free entry, drop-in, no booking required.
Baltic Front Room is a place to take for a moment's pause and rest. Enjoy a free drink or eat your own packed lunch in this space.
Get outside and power up your creativity with fun family activities, videos, sound and movement to discover along the route Walk from BALTIC Gateshead to Dunston Staiths. Collect your free map from BALTIC.
Bring your mini artist to Baltic and get creative with award-winning facilitators ARTventurers.