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Silver Boxes for Tiny Trinkets
Make a wee silver trinket box and decorate it with embossed silver and coloured stones.
Museum of Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 529 4143
- 10:30 – 12:30
Sat 31 Aug
Free / 0131 529 4143
- 10:30 – 12:30
BioBlitz
Discover the birds, bees and other wildlife in the castle grounds.
Kellie Castle & Garden, Pittenweem
Fri 7 Jun
Free (£2 car parking charge) / 0844 493 2184
- 21:30 – 00:00
Sat 8 Jun
Free (£2 car parking charge) / 0844 493 2184
- 10:00 – 16:00
Burrell For Families
Regular family drop-in session featuring fun activities including storytelling, tours, arts and crafts based on the Burrell's fascinating collections. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 287 2550
'Fabric, Flowers and Fun'' – fun with collage, creating flowers, birds and butterflies.
- 14:00 – 16:00
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 287 2550
'Pyramids and Pictograms' – learn all about hieroglyphics and other ways the ancient Egyptians used to communicate.
- 14:00 – 16:00
CCH Community Fun Day
Fundraising fun for all the family.
Maryhill Community Central Hall, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
Free / 0141 331 7673
- 12:00 – 16:00
Pollok Family Day
A chance for the whole family to enjoy entertainment and activities to get closer to nature.
Pollok Country Park, Glasgow
Sat 3 Aug
Free / 0141 276 0924
- 10:00 – 17:00
Toddler Time
Take the wee ones along for songs, stories and fun with a different theme inspired by the museum each week. Suitable for under fives.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Fri 24 May
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 11:30 – 12:00
Fri 31 May
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 11:30 – 12:00
Fri 7 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9599
- 11:30 – 12:00
Get Hooked on Fishing
Fishing taster sessions for ages 5–25.
Eglinton Country Park & Visitor Centre, Irvine
Tue 2 Jul
Free / 01294 551776
- 10:30 – 14:45
Tue 9 Jul
Free / 01294 551776
- 10:30 – 14:45
Tue 16 Jul
Free / 01294 551776
- 10:30 – 14:45
The Falkirk Wheel
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 08700 500208
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 10:00 – 15:00
Local Nature Reserve Celebration: C in the Park
A day of informative and fun conservation activities with the Countryside Rangers celebrating the biodiversity of the local nature reserve.
Robroyston Park, Glasgow
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 0141 276 0931
- 12:00 – 15:00
Dads' Day
On the eve of Fathers' Day, there's a celebration of all things good about dad in the Storytelling Bothy, including stories, songs, card making, face painting and a pantomime. There are also stalls with information and support for dads and a special time for dads to share storytelling ideas with their children.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 0131 556 9579
- 10:30 – 14:30
Dunfermline Fireworks Display
Gasp in awe at the spectacular fireworks, and keep out the autumn chills around the bonfire.
Pittencrieff Park, Dunfermline
Tue 5 Nov
Free
- 18:00 – 21:00
Gibson Street Gala
Street entertainers, live music, stalls, art and crafts, food, drink, a climbing wall, children's areas and games.
Gibson Street, Glasgow
Sun 2 Jun
Free
Part of West End Festival.
- 12:00 – 18:00
Meet the Species 2: Go Wild in the Glen
Wildlife and environment activities including everything under the sun, and more. Refreshments available.
Westquarter Community Wing, Falkirk
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 07939 816335
- 10:00 – 16:00
Portrait Detectives!
Do the National Galleries a favour by solving some age-old mysteries from Scottish history, the answers to which are contained within some of the fascinating portraits in the gallery. Ages 4–12.
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh
Sun 9 Jun
Free / 0131 624 6200
- 14:00 – 16:00
The Kids Are Alright
A host of crafts, toys and face painters populate the Grosvenor Cafe to keep the little ones busy while parents enjoy a nice Sunday lunch.
The Grosvenor Café, Glasgow
Sun 26 May
Free / 0845 166 6028
- 12:30 – 15:30
West of Scotland Highland Cattle Club Show
See the prettiest beasts in the west of Scotland as they enjoy their moment in the spotlight. The judging starts at 11am in the Bothy Field.
Pollok Country Park, Glasgow
Sat 17 Aug
Free / 0141 276 0924
- 10:00
Animal Buddies
Wander the museums in search of animal inspiration then create a wheeled wee friend to take home.
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 529 4142
- 10:30 – 12:30
- 13:30 – 15:30
Ark Adventures
Explore the natural history collections and learn about the animals contained in them. Suitable for under 5s.
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Sun 23 Jun
Free / 0141 276 9300
- 11:00 – 12:00
- 14:00 – 15:00
Art in the Park
Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Booking is essential.
Muirshiel Visitor Centre, Near Lochwinnoch
Tue 6 Aug
Free / 01505 842803
- 13:30 – 15:00
Art on the Street
Over 100 artists offer their work for sale in Maidenhead town centre.
Maidenhead Town Centre
Sat 8 Jun
Free / 07749 407533
- 10:00 – 17:00
Arthur's Amble
Learn all about the folk who lived and worked around Arthur's Seat on this gentle walk around Hunter's Bog and St. Margaret's Loch
Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh
Mon 3 Jun
Free / 0131 652 8150
- 13:00 – 14:30
Mon 10 Jun
Free / 0131 652 8150
- 13:00 – 14:30
Mon 17 Jun
Free / 0131 652 8150
- 13:00 – 14:30
Bats, Beasties and Buried Treasure
Activities for the whole family to enjoy with everything from archaeological digs to bat walks.
Hamiltonhill Clay Pits, Glasgow
Sat 29 Jun
Free / 0141 237 9144
- 12:00 – 16:00
Beach Watch Big Weekend
Gloves and litter pickers are provided for this clean-up which is happening all over Scotland's shores.
Lunderston Bay, Near Gourock
Sat 21 Sep
Free / 01475 521458
- 13:00 – 15:00
Bees, Birds and Alien Invaders
A day of wildlife fun and insect activities for all the family.
Perth Museum and Art Gallery
Sat 1 Jun
Free / 01738 632488
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 13:30 – 15:30
Big Bug Hunt
Big bug hunting for mini beasties. Booking is essential.
Forvie National Nature Reserve, Collieston
Sun 26 May
Free / 01358 751330
Part of Scotland's Nature Festival.
- 10:00 – 11:00
Big Butterfly Count
Take part in the National Butterfly Survey and learn to recognise the fluttery creatures in your own garden.
The Ashoka Car Park, Glasgow
Sat 13 Jul
Free / 0141 577 4053/4054
- 11:00 – 13:00


