Before 5pm, Kids

Songs, nursery rhymes, actions and a lot of knee bouncing for babies and their parents.

Gentle relaxation and movement classes, with one for 4–14 months at 10am and one for babies aged eight weeks to pre-crawling at 11.15am. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential.

Activities for the whole family to enjoy with everything from archaeological digs to bat walks.

A family concert with the emphasis on rhythm, featuring Scottish reels, Latin tangos and jazz-influenced pieces from Gershwin and Bernstein. Presenter Jamie MacDougall introduces the orchestra, Stephen Bell conducts, master jazz educator Richard Michael is at the piano and the NYCoS Falkirk Choir lend their voices to the…

A week on the beach! What could be better? Okay, so it's in Scotland, but don't let that put you off. Each day begins with a hearty breakfast cooked on the campfire, then there's your choice of activities such as den building, tool use, survival skills, craft, games and much more. Ages 6–13. Location to be confirmed, so…

Bec Hill & Tom Goodliffe. Oh pants! It's laundry day! But Bec ('side-splittingly funny' ThreeWeeks) and Tom ('clever gags and bumbling charm' Scotsman) have other ideas*. Join the puerile pair in a world of silliness, make-believe and bad celebrity impersonations. A sketch show for cool kids by childish adults.

Now in its tenth year, this favourite of the music festival scene is back with a carnival-themed birthday celebration. As well as the music expect a family-friendly atmosphere, theatre and spoken word events, ceilidhs, arts and crafts workshops and fancy dress. Line-up for 2013 includes Twin Atlantic, James, The Straits…

• Directed by: Richard Lewis
• Written by: Mani Svavarsson (music)

Richard Lewis's adaptation of the award-winning television animation set in a miniature world of fairies, elves and insects. The production features original music by Mani Svavarsson, with original lyrics by Matt Lewis.

This captivating story features Billy from Salford, who was evacuated to the countryside during the Second World War. Families will follow the story and learn about life on the home front.

Compere Matt Barnard presents musical comedy, kids versus adults beatboxing, a disco and a dance-off.

Part mirror installation, part street theatre piece, featuring masked actors and metamorphoses, inside a strange cabinet of curiosities, full of boxes full of animated furniture and phantom guests. Presented by Fatalia.

The dynamic staging of the award-winning Sky TV show, featuring fun and education for all the family. Exploding dustbins and daredevil stunts, loud bangs and combusting microwaves are promised, as answers are given to a number of pressing queries.

Sharon Burgess Productions / Mick n Boo. Hot from the oven comes the tastiest breakfast in town. Featuring only the best comedians and acts at the Fringe, this is a morning variety show for the early risers. Mums and Dads, sit back with a coffee and croissant. Kids, get ready to laugh until lunchtime. You just bought a…

Wander the grounds meeting members of 1940s household as they do their bit for the war effort with stalls, activities, games, a full size replica Spitfire and a cast of costumed actors.

Join a cast of costumed actors as the household of Brodsworth and its military occupants prepare for D-Day. This event ties in with the new exhibition inside the Hall – 'Duty Calls: the Country House in Time of War'.

Get fit and get learning at these themed walks. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Call to book.

Les Petits Theatre Company, Greenwich Theatre and Underbelly Productions. Join Flinn as he discovers a Pirate hiding in a cupboard, hold on tight as the cupboard falls away and together we tumble into a real life adventure! All aboard for a non-stop action-packed theatrical experience with live music, puppetry…

A number of documentaries and footage shot at the zoo over the years, to mark its centenary.

Charity football tournament, plus an open mic competition, bouncy castle and disco.

Go on a wild adventure with Charlie Chuck as he embarks on his new prehistoric show for kids and the young at heart. Journey into the past with Charlie and his crazy friends Judd (Booze for Baby) Jones, Cakey Pig, Edie Wakefield and his one-eyed dog. Join Charlie Chuck to journey back in time with Charlie’s trusty…

Bring out the inner detective and follow the clues at this special themed quiz.

Exploring the world of children's books and their adaptation for film and television, including Fantastic Mr Fox and The Borrowers.

This ‘very talented young company’ (Edinburgh Evening News), puts the traditional Cinderella story into ballet format, danced to Strauss music by students in glittering costumes inspired by Cicely Mary Barker’s Flower Fairies. The audience is drawn into a fantasy world filled with sibling rivalry, magic, and true…

Trapeze practice for children.