Days out, Storytelling

Traditional song, poetry and storytelling competitions, plus an evening ceilidh.

Interactive storytelling session with movement, mime and props thrown in for good measure. Ages 3–5.

Stories, rhymes and songs for wee (and not so wee) ears. Ages 1–3.

Different tales every time, followed by a creative play session. Ages 6 months to 2 years.

Do more than listen to the stories of the bards – go on a meandering, story-filled journey of your own. Leave from Edinburgh and reach Glendale two days later, followed by a day of walks, talks and a ceilidh on Skye. Then, head back south, your lute skills now perfected (note: lute lessons not included). Led by George…

The Assembly Rooms opens its doors to offer one-hour tours of all the nooks and crannies of the building, which has been gracing George Street since 1787. The tours come as part of the organisation's new project to create a People’s History, complete with personal experiences memories of the building that span the last…

Rhymes, stories and songs to stimulate and delight wee ones. Ages 0–4. Booking is essential.

A new weekend book festival for Blairgowrie and Rattray with guest authors and a range of events including an interactive children's programme.

The stationary meets the cyclical at this celebration of literature, thought and the outdoors in the Borders. Using the natural environment and the inspirational effects of the outdoors to stimulate debate, events include literary and woodland walks, storytelling cycle rides.

The hardworking staff at Edinburgh's universities are let out for the night to share their tales about the weird, wonderful, and often very funny, world of research.

Bright Club features its usual intoxicating blend of comedy and academia as lecturers from the city's universities turn their studies into entertaining stories.

A relaxed session of oral storytelling, poetry by memory, music and song.

A trio of costumed actors retell the conflict of England v Scotland which is bought to a head in 1513 at the infamous Battle of Flodden. Dramatic demonstration of sword fighting and a chance for children to learn Tudor sword drill.

Join us in a magical wooded setting for a day of music, drama and stories by The Prestoungrange Players. Visit Seton Collegiate Church and join our range of guided tours led by the Historic Scotland Rangers Service.

Experience the sights, smells and sounds of a different era each week during August at Dartmouth Castle. This week immerse yourself in all things Tudor with authentic displays from the period, storytelling and craft activities for all the family.

Stand up meets storytelling as the comic, poet and author of Singin’ I’m No a Billy He’s a Tim talks about his life and work.

The largest arts festival in the world and the greatest show on earth. Every year thousands of performers take to a multitude of stages all over Edinburgh to present shows for every taste. From big names in the world of entertainment to unknown artists looking to build their careers, the festival caters for everyone and…

Celebrate nature with tall tales and adventures around the campfire. Ages 8+. Children must be accompanied.

Sit down to hear Emma Thompson's The Further Tale of Peter Rabbit read in both Gaelic and English, followed up by Julia Donaldson's The Gruffalo translated into Scots. Ages 5+.