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Aberdeen Winter Festival: Santa & His Reindeer Parade
Date Location
Santa and his reindeer cohorts proceed from the Castlegate, along Union Street to the Mall Trinity, where the reindeer will be hanging around for visitors.
16 Nov 12.00 City Centre, Aberdeen
After School Craft Club
Date Location
Tie-dye, felt-making, decopatching, origami and puppet-making are among the activities on offer at this after school special. Ages 5+.
Tuesdays 4.00–5.00 Imagination Workshop, Edinburgh
Apple Day
Date Location
An afternoon of apple-related fun, with orchard tours, talks by local experts, pruning tips, games for children and cakes to try in the tearoom. There will also be an exhibition of apples and pears.
27 Sep 10.00am–4.00 Kellie Castle, Fife
Apples and Cornkisters
Date Location
Celebrate another garden harvest with bothy ballads, children's entertainments and a sale of apples and pears.
28 Sep 11.00am–5.00 Pitmedden Gardens, Ellon
Art Cart
Date Location
The Art Cart will be loaded with a variety of art materials and literature to help all ages engage with the City Art Centre's collections.
Saturdays, Sundays Sat 10.00am–4.45; Sun 12.00 & 4.45 City Art Centre, Edinburgh
Autumn Art
Date Location
Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take newly made art items home.
16 Oct 2.00–3.30 Cammo Estate, Edinburgh
Back to the Drawing Board
Date Location
There's no excuse for being bored on a Sunday - drop into the museum and have fun at this creative workshop where you can sketch some of the objects on display.
Sundays 11.30am–1.00 & 2.00–3.30 Museum of Transport, Glasgow
The Big Walk
Date Location
Dig out those walking boots for an all day hike along the River Kelvin. Please phone 0141 276 0931 to book a place on the walk and the bus for the return journey. Bring a packed lunch, appropriate footwear and waterproofs.
7 Sep River Kelvin and Allander Water, Glasgow
Biggar Bonfire
Date Location
Not a Guy in sight, Biggar take their Hogmanay bonfire very seriously. The tradition of lighting a fire to ward off evil spirits for another year has been kept alight for hundreds of years.
31 Dec 9.30 Biggar, Biggar
Bracken Festival
Date Location
Major bracken harvest featuring thatching, wizard wands, wicker sculptures to stuff, fairy crowns and masks for Hallowe'en. Bring a sack full of bracken, wet or dry, for discounts on admission and free prize draw entry.
19 Oct 11.00am–4.00 Scottish Crannog Centre, Loch Tay
Build a Bug a Home
Date Location
Using natural materials, build homes for the animals and insects that need somewhere to sleep over the winter. Please book in advance.
17 Oct 10.00am–2.00 RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve, Lochwinnoch
Butterfly Storytime
Date Location
Stories then activities based on the beautiful transforming insects.
6 Sep–7 Sep 11.00am Borders Books, Glasgow
Castle Mystery Trail
Date Location
A treasure hunt and quiz in and around the castle grounds. Completed forms will be entered into a prize draw.
1 Jul–31 Aug 10.30am–5.00 Culzean Castle, Maybole
Ceilidh Tree
Date Location
Giant Productions present the story of the shortest day of the year and a lone tree standing in a forest clearing as lots of woodland creatures gather round for a special moment. Cuddle in for stories and songs suitable for nursery age children.
7 Nov 10.30am Lochgelly Centre, Lochgelly
Charlie and Lola Storytime
Date Location
Gather round for some enchanting tales about the two loveable cartoon creations.
30 Aug–31 Aug 11.00am Borders Books, Glasgow
Christmas Decorations
Date Location
Make decorations for your tree as you wait to see Santa.
6 Dec–7 Dec Low Parks Museum, Hamilton
Christmas Opening
Date Location
Free entrance to house and grounds with Christmas craft market, puppet shows, Santa's grotto and other festive fun.
29 Nov–30 Nov 11.00am–4.00 Traquair House, Innerleithen
Christmas Past
Date Location
Join Sir Alexander Balbridie and his eccentric family and friends for a Victorian Christmas. Father Christmas will also be making a special visit, along with Porridge the donkey.
6 Dec–7 Dec 10.00am–4.00 Crathes Castle, Banchory
Colours of the Silk Road for Families
Date Location
Create Kamishibai storyboards with Fergus McNicol and Mio Shapley, and artist Juliana Cape. For families with children ages 8+.
7 Sep 2.00–4.30 Burrell Collection, Glasgow
Connect: Super Science Shows
Date Location
A revolving series of family science shows: 'Alex's Amazing Adventure'; 'Fantastic Forces'; or' Sounds Amazing!' Limited places. Ages 5+
Saturdays, Sundays 11.45am, 12.45, 1.45 & 2.45 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Creepy Hallowe'en at the Haunted Hermitage
Date Location
Join the Hermitage ghosts and witches for an afternoon packed full of craft and fun before meeting real creepy crawlies! Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a Hallowe'en costume. Under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
26 Oct 1.00–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Cullykhan - A Step Back in Time
Date Location
As part of Archaeology Month and North Sea Trail Day, discover the fort at Cullykhan. All welcome, children must be accompanied. Please book in advance.
6 Sep 10.00am Cullykhan Car Park
Dalbeath Marsh Open Day
Date Location
Crafts, soggy games and pond dipping down at the marsh.
13 Sep 2.00 Dalbeath Marsh
Day Out With Thomas
Date Location
Take a four mile train ride pulled by Thomas The Tank Engine and enjoy loads of children's activities.
13 Sep–14 Sep 10.30am–4.30 Bo'ness Station, Bo'ness
Dundee Fireworks Display
Date Location
Musical firework extravaganza set to classical music, as well as a bonfire.
5 Nov 6.15–7.30 Lochee Park, Dundee
5 Nov 6.15–7.30 Baxter Park, Dundee
Easter Egg Specials
Date Location
Easter fun in Bo'ness with steam trains and Easter eggs and children's entertainment.
10 Apr 2009–13 Apr 2009 11.00am–4.00 Bo'ness Station, Bo'ness
Easter Eggstravaganza
Date Location
Children's Easter activities taking place throughout the grounds: details to be confirmed.
12 Apr 1.30–4.00 Traquair House, Innerleithen
Edinburgh International Science Festival
Date Location
An amazing public programme of shows, exhibitions, hands-on workshops, talks, tours and events to inspire, excite, challenge, amuse and entertain adults and children alike - creating those 'ah-ha!' moments and making science accessible to all.
6 Apr 2009–18 Apr 2009 (Times vary) Various venues, Edinburgh
Experimental Light Show Workshops (Aged 5 - 8)
Date Location
Drawing inspiration from the 'Kill Your Timid Notion' exhibition, explore how light works and experiment with coloured light projection in the Activity Room. Suitable for aged 5 - 8. Children must be accompanied.
20 Sep 10.30am–12.30 Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee
Experimental Light Show Workshops (Aged 8 - 12)
Date Location
Drawing inspiration from the 'Kill Your Timid Notion' exhibition, explore how light works and experiment with coloured light projection in the Activity Room. Suitable for aged 8 - 12.
21 Sep 2.00–4.30 Dundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee
Extremes Event: Fun with Beads
Date Location
A drop-in beading workshop inspired by the Tlicho peoples of sub-arctic Canada. Ages 5+.
13 Sep 10.30am–4.00 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Extremes Event: Tales from the Subarctic
Date Location
Stories and harp music from Heather Yule. Ages 5+.
14 Sep 11.15am, 1.15 & 2.15 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Family Story Circle
Date Location
This monthly event turns its mind to birds with Ruth Kirkpatrick and some tales and songs. Ages 4+.
13 Sep 2.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Festive Fun
Date Location
Visit Santa on the Santa trail and take part in festive activities, crafts and more.
6 Dec 10.00am–3.00 Cardrona Forest Car Park, Peebles
FilmAttics
Date Location
A new night for budding cineastes ages 15-19 to meet others, see films and listen to special guests.
4 Sep 6.15 Filmhouse, Edinburgh
Fintray Sheltie Stakes
Date Location
A fun family day out with Shetland pony racing, a variety of stalls, a bbq, cream teas and a beer tent.
7 Sep 11.00am–4.00 Hatton of Fintray, Dyce
Fresh'n'Low Great Scottish Run
Date Location
Get your runners on for either a 10k or half marathon (or 3K for juniors on the Saturday).
6 Sep–7 Sep (Times vary) George Square, Glasgow
Fun Day at Gilvenpark
Date Location
Family fun with stalls and entertainments.
6 Sep 12.00–4.00 Gilvenbank Park
Going Batty
Date Location
Grab the bat detectors and torches - it's European Bat Weekend and we're going on a bat hunt. Ages 8+; all children must be accompanied.
31 Aug Pollok Country Park, Glasgow
Great Apes - How Great Are You?
Date Location
Go bananas exploring the world of great apes, with hands-on activities and photography. All ages.
1 Jul–31 Oct 10.00am–5.00 Sensation, Dundee
Halloween Experience
Date Location
Family fun at Traquair House, featuring games, spooky happenings, best dressed Hallowe'en character competition and ghoulish ghost stories for all. Please check website for times and prices.
24 Oct–26 Oct (Times vary) Traquair House, Innerleithen
Hands on Hunting
Date Location
Have a great time imagining you are a Viking settler in Skye, work on the farm, make weapons and hunt for dinner. Booking essential.
15 Oct 10.00am–12.00 Kyleakin Hall, Kyleakin
Hillhead Comic & Toy Fair
Date Location
Comics, toys, 'Dr Who', sci-fi, 'The Beano' and lots more for long-time fans or those inspired by 'The Dark Knight' to check out a new genre.
6 Sep 11.00am–3.00 Hillhead Library, Glasgow
History and Nature Walk
Date Location
Ranger-led walk exploring the history and natural history of this part of West Lothian, taking in Witchcraig and Cairnpapple. Suitable for adults and older children.
21 Sep 1.30–4.30 Torphichen Preceptory, Torphichen
Holyrood Archaeology Day
Date Location
Experience the life of the folks who lived in Holyrood park during the Iron Age, with lots of activities for all the family.
28 Sep 11.00am–3.00 Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Junior Exhibition: Fossils and Funny Bones @ Sensation
Date Location
Discover the magic of pre-historic worlds through playful and imaginative games and activities. Ideal for children aged 3 - 6.
1 Jul–31 Oct Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00 Sensation, Dundee
Junior Highland Games
Date Location
Watch the tots putt the haggis and toss the caber. With pipes and drums and all things Highland.
7 Sep 12.00–4.00 Crathes Castle, Banchory
Junior Rangers - Environmental Trip
Date Location
Enjoy a wild day out to a mystery countryside location. Ranger-led activities for 13-18 year olds. Booking essential.
13 Dec 9.00am–4.00 Mugdock Country Park, Glasgow
Kelvingrove Museum Nature Club
Date Location
Gallery tours, specimen handling, hands-on activities and games. Ages 8-12.
6 Sep, 20 Sep 10.30am Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Kid's Drop-in Activities
Date Location
Enjoying making a grenadier's mitre hat or a Jacobite's white cockade. Suitable for aged 5+.
6 Sep 1.00–2.00 Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre, Inverness

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