Big Days Out: Underwater Worlds
Make a splash and dive into an ocean of creativity this February Half Term with three days of free, drop-in activities inspired by our exhibition For All At Last Return.
Gateshead Half Term
Wed 25 – Fri 27 Feb
Free, drop-in
Dive into an ocean of creativity this February half term at Baltic. From building underwater worlds and dancing at our Cereal Disco to learning about marine life with a real biologist and creating electricity from potatoes. Whether you're exploring our calming Sensory Room or getting hands-on with the help of exhibiting artists, make a splash for the school holidays.
🥪 Throughout Half Term, purchase one full-price kids lunch box from Baltic Kitchen and we'll give you 50% off the second - perfect for siblings or playdates! Please note this offer can't be used alongside other discounts.
*Please note that all ages and abilities are welcome at our activities and spaces throughout Baltic. The suggested ages are simply guidance based on content.
Plan your visit
Wednesday 25 February
Cereal Disco
10:00-11:00 | Front Room
Fancy starting your day with a cereal disco in the school holidays? Join us for breakfast and a boogie in Front Room.
Suitable for all ages
Sensory Room
10:00-18:00 | Level 2
A quiet space to play and explore with sensory toys, projections and lights. Bring your little ones and rest with colourful cubes, large soft shapes, matting and a sofa to relax on.
Suitable for Early Years / Under 5s
Underwater Worlds
with Zoe Allen & Lottie Smith
10:30-15:30 | Level 1
Help us build a magical underwater world on Level 1 with artists Zoe Allen and Lottie Smith. We’ll use recycled materials to sculpt creatures of the deep and mysterious habitats for them to live in. Expect an immersive environment with ocean-themed music and atmospheric lighting, perfect for all the family.
Suitable for 5yrs+
Play & Learn
10:30-12:00 | Level 4
Little explorers under 5 can explore the world around them through imaginative, creative, self-led play. Includes a special tour led by Baltic Crew of our ocean-inspired exhibition For All At Last Return.
Suitable for Early Years / Under 5s
Spotlight Tour
13:30-13:50 | Level 4
Our friendly Baltic Crew share great insights into the artworks on display in For All At Last Return. The tours will be adapted for any age.
Suitable for all ages
Thursday 26 February
Cereal Disco
10:00-11:00 | Front Room
Fancy starting your day with a cereal disco in the school holidays? Join us for breakfast and a boogie in Front Room.
Suitable for all ages
Sensory Room
10:00-18:00 | Level 2
A quiet space to play and explore with sensory toys, projections and lights. Bring your little ones and rest with colourful cubes, large soft shapes, matting and a sofa to relax on.
Suitable for Early Years / Under 5s
Underwater Worlds
with Zoe Allen & Lottie Smith
10:30-15:30 | Level 1
Help us build a magical underwater world on Level 1 with artists Zoe Allen and Lottie Smith. We’ll use recycled materials to sculpt creatures of the deep and mysterious habitats for them to live in. Expect an immersive environment with ocean-themed music and atmospheric lighting, perfect for all the family.
Suitable for 5yrs+
Rockpool School
11:00-11:30 & 11:30-12:00 & 13:30-14:00 & 14:00-14:30 | Level 2
Booking essential
Get hands-on in this educational marine workshop for all ages led by qualified marine biologist, Nicola Everitt, from Rockpool School. Come and learn about our fabulous local rockpools and what lives within, and get crafty with natural objects.
Booking information: This event is free with the option to donate, booking is essential to secure your place. There are four timeslots available, each timeslot is 30 minutes long. Please book one place per person attending.
Suitable for 5-12yrs.
Spotlight Tour
13:30-13:50 | Level 4
Our friendly Baltic Crew share great insights into the artworks on display in For All At Last Return. The tours will be adapted for any age.
Suitable for all ages
Friday 27 February
Cereal Disco
10:00-11:00 | Front Room
Fancy starting your day with a cereal disco in the school holidays? Join us for breakfast and a boogie in Front Room.
Suitable for all ages
Sensory Room
10:00-18:00 | Level 2
A quiet space to play and explore with sensory toys, projections and lights. Bring your little ones and rest with colourful cubes, large soft shapes, matting and a sofa to relax on.
Suitable for Early Years / Under 5s
Imagine a Reef
with Michele Allen (exhibiting artist in For All At Last Return)
10:00-15:00 | Front Room
Explore the underwater world of oyster reefs with artist Michele Allen. Did you know UK coasts once had reefs 8m deep—as tall as a house? Discover Michele's habitat restoration work on the North East coast, then create a colourful group artwork drawing on the reefs and the 50+ different sea creatures that are making their homes there. Come discover what's living beneath the waves and help us imagine the reef.
Suitable for 5yrs+
Spotlight Tour
13:30-13:50 | Level 4
Our friendly Baltic Crew share great insights into the artworks on display in For All At Last Return. The tours will be adapted for any age.
Suitable for all ages
Powering Up with Potatoes
with Rob Smith (exhibiting artist in For All At Last Return)
14:00-16:00 | Level 4
Discover how mysterious nodules from the ocean floor produce energy. Artist Rob Smith will share fascinating insights into deep sea environments, before bringing everyone together to build potato batteries - creating real electricity just like those remarkable underwater nodules.
Suitable for 5yrs+
