Kids, Activities

A super-local festival that brings an eclectic programme of films and workshops to 'pop up' cinemas in various Southside venues (cafes, pubs, clubs, schools, libraries, parks, even a boat shed). Film choices are often site specific or engage audiences by producing an event around the film.

A 16-day festival incorporating music, theatre and activities for all the family.

Collect a bag of art activities from the art station, and you and your family can explore the gallery with its help and make your own art. Ages 4–12.

Take the wee ones along for songs, stories and fun with a different theme inspired by the museum each week. Suitable for under fives.

Open day for the new boardwalk at Edinburgh's only raised bog habitat with kids activities and pond dipping.

Drama workshops for ages 11–14 teaching improvisation, character acting, voice and movement while working in groups to create a short piece of theatre together.

A one-day celebration of homeland food and drink, craft, design and live music. You can nibble your way around the food fair, with samples of regional produce from Galloway Fudge to Arbroath Smokies. The craft fair sells a range of products from handmade cards to woodcarvings, while there's live music throughout the day.

Glasgow's oldest park plays host to attractions from around the world, extreme sports, a live music stage, street theatre, countryside activities and all manner of fun for kids.

One of Scotland's biggest heavy horse shows, offering the chance to get up close to nearly 200 horses, from tiny Shetlands through to sturdy Highland ponies and giant Clydesdales. Watch show classes, donkey classes and agility courses in the ring, take a pony ride and join in with children’s craft workshops.

Starting and finishing on Loch Lomond Shores and taking in great views, this fun run is open to adults and children aged 11+.

After gleaning inspiration from a minibeast hunt, craft your own wee beasties.

Big top shenanigans to thrill all the family, including motorbike stunts, clowns and aerial and high wire antics.

Over two hours of high-octane aerial displays ranging from historic warbirds to contemporary military jets. There are also family activities and displays to enjoy.

Make a wee silver trinket box and decorate it with embossed silver and coloured stones.

See what it's like to be part of the showstopping musical.

The whole family can enjoy making their very own toy, while learning about games from years gone by.

The picturesque seaside town plays host to an action-packed family-friendly festival. There's something for all ages and all tastes, from a beach day with a sandcastle competition for children and fun run for adults, to a food market and picnic day, as well as sports, magic shows, children's activities and live music over…

Whether you prefer to be on stage or behind the scenes, this summer panto workshop takes you through everything you need to know about working with other youngsters in the theatre to create a performance of Alice in Barrlands. Ages 8–16.

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.