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Art Cart
Date	Location
Artist-led art activities for all the family, inspired each month by something different from the gallery collections. View full details
3 Jun 2pm 1 Jul 2pm	Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh

Arthur's Adventure
Date	Location
This challenging guided walk explores the history of Arthur's Seat. Booking is essential. View full details
6 Jun 1pm 20 Jun 1pm 4 Jul 1pm 18 Jul 1pm	Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh

Arthur's Amble
Date	Location
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 View full details
4 Jun–30 Jul Mon 1–2.30pm	Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh

Bags of Art
Date	Location
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. View full details
17 Jun 2pm	Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, Edinburgh

Begonia
Date	Location
Explore the remarkable world of the beautiful and versatile begonia. Ages 5+. View full details
18 Aug–19 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Breakdance for Kids
Date	Location
Bust some moves with Step it Up Dance at a beginners taster breakdance sessions. Part of Leith Festival. View full details
8 Jun–15 Jun Fri 2–3pm	Leith Victoria Swim Centre, Edinburgh
11 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm P1–3 from 4pm; P4–7 from 5pm.	Calton Centre, Edinburgh

D of E Open Award Group
Date	Location
Teens who are interested in taking on the Duke of Edinburgh Award can go along to helpful session that'll get them started and guide them through the experience. Ages 12–17. View full details
13 Mar–19 Jun Tue 5–7.30pm	Cardonald Library, Glasgow

Demos and Sports at Plu
Date	Location
While kids enjoy sporty activities, ranging from cheerleading to teddy tennis, parents (and their little ones) can watch and participate in demos, including baby-led weaning and child first aid. Part of Plu Edinburgh. View full details
1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm	Leith Links, Edinburgh

Doodle and Splat
Date	Location
Creative, messy fun for children aged 1 to 2 1/2 years and their parents/carers. View full details
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 9.45–10.30am	Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church, Edinburgh
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 2.15–3pm	St Stephen's Church, Edinburgh
26 Apr–14 Jun Thu 10.45–11.30am	Craiglockhart Parish Church, Edinburgh

Doodle and Splat
Date	Location
Creative, messy fun for children aged 2 to 5 years and their parents/carers. View full details
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am	Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church, Edinburgh
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 1.15–2pm	St Stephen's Church, Edinburgh
26 Apr–14 Jun Thu 10.45–11.30am	Craiglockhart Parish Church, Edinburgh

Dragonflies from Scratch
Date	Location
Hang out with BBC Springwatch 's dragonfly geek Ruary Mackenzie Dodds and learn all about the beautiful devil's darning needles and their various to-ings and fro-ings. Ages 8+. View full details
30 May–1 Jun Wed–Fri 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Drop in Drawing Sessions
Date	Location
Visitor Assistant Ruby Tulloch talks about the current exhibition, A Parliament of Lines, then families are encouraged to get creative in the activity area. View full details
9 Jun 1pm 23 Jun 2pm	City Art Centre, Edinburgh

Eco Arts
Date	Location
Arts and crafts session to see what can be created from recycled materials and learn about what can be done to save the environment. Ages 9–16 from 2pm; ages 6–9 from 3pm. View full details
1 Jun–8 Jun Fri 2–3pm & 3–4pm	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh

Eco Arts: Mini Group
Date	Location
Fun arts and crafts for wee ones, all made from recycled materials. Ages 0–5. View full details
15 Jun 10am	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh

Edible Edinburgh: Breakfast at the Botanics
Date	Location
Get a greenery fix before work or school with an early morning breakfast of local food and environmental ideas. Gardening and foraging experts are on hand with advice for making the most of plant life in the city, as well a seed bomb workshop and wild food cooking demonstrations. Get inspired to use nature in a new way, all while feasting on complimentary breakfast rolls and wild herb muffins. Part of the Festival of Dangerous Ideas. View full details
13 Jun 7.30am	Demonstration Garden at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Family Drop In Drawing Challenge
Date	Location
Create your own masterpiece by experimenting with different media with the help of artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb. View full details
16 Jun Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	City Art Centre, Edinburgh

Father's Day Card Making
Date	Location
Make a lovely card for Dad, based on the tale I Love My Daddy. View full details
16 Jun 11am	Waterstone's West End, Edinburgh

Father's Day
Date	Location
Treat Dad on Fathers Day with a special trip to the zoo. Meet animal dads, enjoy a BBQ lunch and take part in some fun activities together. View full details
17 Jun 9am	Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh

Free Jubilee Fun
Date	Location
Face painting and crafts to celebrate the Queen. View full details
2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–3pm	Cameron Toll Shopping Centre, Edinburgh

Friday Afternoon Activities
Date	Location
Varied activities for those let out of school early on a Friday (the lucky things). Expect gallery safaris, make-and-take workshops and object handling, but check the information screens on the day for details. View full details
18 May–28 Sep Fri 1.30–4.30pm	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

G-Code Music and Dance Project
Date	Location
A collaboration between Muirhouse Youth Development Project and Edinburgh Mela teaching urban dance and music. Ages 10+. View full details
9 May–20 Jun Wed 6–8pm	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Get Creative: Nests
Date	Location
Ever wondered how birds' nests work? Find out by making one for yourself. View full details
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Get Creative: SW Asia
Date	Location
An Iranian artist will help you make a piece of visual art that then transforms into a scented treasure box. View full details
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Gorgie City Farm Annual Fun Day
Date	Location
Hobnob with the staff and animals of Gorgie City Farm and learn more about the everyday running of the farm, browse stalls and enjoy the BBQ and live music from Stan the Discoman. View full details
29 Jul 11am	Gorgie City Farm, Edinburgh

Hard Rain: Whole Earth?
Date	Location
Inspired by the lyrics of a Bob Dylan song, the exhibition looks at what's being done throughout the world to improve the state of the planet. There's a chance to visit the Tibetan tent and leave your views as well. View full details
15 May–1 Jul Mon–Sun 10am–6pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Imagination Workshop
Date	Location
Arts & crafts activities with a different theme each week, from animal puppets to potato paw prints! Ages 6 months–5 years. View full details
13 Jun 11am	Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh

Jo Jingles
Date	Location
Music and movement sessions with nursery rhymes and fun songs for kids to learn, as well as building confidence and sparking the imagination. Ages 6 months–5 years. View full details
6 Jun 10.30am	Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh

Leith Festival Gala Day
Date	Location
Leith festival Gala Day has become an institution in Edinburgh, with crowds gathering every year to see the pageant (setting off at noon), packed with puppets, bands and dancers, wend its way from Pilrig Park to the Links, where people gather afterwards, whatever the weather, to munch burgers and listen to some funky tunes. There's also a country dancing demonstration by local children (2pm) and the announcement of the winners in the Big Man Walking prize (3pm). Part of Leith Festival. View full details
9 Jun 11am	Leith Links, Edinburgh

Locating the Nest: Printmaking and Poems Drop In
Date	Location
Writer Tom Pow and poet Hugh Bryden help participants interweave words and images to create a print of a nest. Ages 5+. View full details
2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Lyceum Youth Theatre: Discover
Date	Location
The Lyceum's creative learning team lead a fun drama session for ages 8–12. View full details
23 May–27 Jun Wed 4–5.30pm	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh
29 May–31 Jul Tue 4–5.30pm	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Magic Carpet
Date	Location
All aboard the magic carpet for fun activities, stories and songs in a different part of the museum each week. Sign up on the day at the Information Desk in the Entrance Hall and then meet at the Inchkeith Lighthouse Lens in the Grand Gallery. View full details
16 May–26 Sep Wed 10.30–10.50am	National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh

Meadows Festival
Date	Location
Taking place on the wide green expanse of Edinburgh's Meadows, this festival is dominated by a vast selection of stalls selling everything from sweeties to sculpture. There are also tents set up for live music performance and workshops, and a family-friendly funfair. Samba bands, fire performers, local primary schools football competition, a dog show and more add to the community-based vibe. View full details
2 Jun–3 Jun Times vary	The Meadows, Edinburgh

Meet the Ancestors
Date	Location
Stories from Pakistan, with a chance to get yourself decorated with some henna hand art. View full details
24 Jun Sun 2pm, 2.45pm & 3.30pm	Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Music Makers
Date	Location
Musical masterclasses for ages 9–14, where kids can develop their love for singing, playing instruments, writing songs, DJing and recording. Call to book a place. Booking is essential. View full details
30 May–27 Jun Wed 4–5.30pm	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh

Nature's Nests
Date	Location
A workshop encouraging you to explore the lives of birds by making your own nest. Ages 5+. View full details
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

On Yer Bike! Leith Family Day Trip
Date	Location
A day trip for parents and children organised by the Leith YMCA, with canoeing and cycling fun taking place at a location outside of Edinburgh. Departs from the Acorn Centre. All bikes and equipment included. Booking is essential. View full details
17 Jul 10am	The Acorn Centre, Edinburgh

Oot an' aboot on yer bike!
Date	Location
Have a wander along the local cycle paths of North Edinburgh and Leith with new friends, as part of YMCA Leith's On Yer Bike initiative. Everyone welcome; bikes and safety equipment are provided. Dr Bike will also be in surgery from noon to 1pm. Booking is essential. View full details
16 Jun 1pm Part of Leith Festival.	The Acorn Centre, Edinburgh
14 Jul 1pm	The Acorn Centre, Edinburgh

Plu Edinburgh
Date	Location
Weekender aimed at parents with kids under 6, offering products, demos, activities from science to sports, theatre, storytelling and music workshops to keep little people busy. View full details
1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10am–5.30pm	Leith Links, Edinburgh

Portrait Detectives!
Date	Location
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. View full details
10 Jun 2pm	Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Queen's Jubilee Activities
Date	Location
Celebrate the Jubilee with some crafty activities – you can make a card for Her Majesty or decorate your own crown. View full details
5 Jun 9am	Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh

Rock Around Joppa!
Date	Location
Explore the rocky shores of Joppa and see what watery wildlife you can learn about. Suitable for under 8s. Dress for the weather and wear wellies. Meeting details available upon booking. View full details
5 Jul To be confirmed	Joppa Rocks, Edinburgh

Royal Pursuits
Date	Location
Relax like a royal with all manner of traditional activities in Holyrood Park, from coursing with whippets and Scottish deerhound to archery and falconry. View full details
22 Jul 11am	Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Shared Territories Youth Arts Cafe
Date	Location
Visual and performing arts sessions in connection with Muirhouse Youth Development Project. Ages 12+. View full details
3 May–21 Jun Thu 6.30–8.30pm	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Sparrowhawk Weekend
Date	Location
Exhibition and family activities focusing on these amazing raptors. View full details
7 Jul–8 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Sparrowhawks at the Botanic
Date	Location
Learn more about the little predators and their lives in the big city. Ages 8+. View full details
13 Jun 5.30pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Street Arts
Date	Location
Young people living in the Wester Hailes area have the chance to work with visual artists, musicians, photographers and dancers in the streets where they live. Ages 10–19. View full details
31 May–26 Jul Thu 7–9pm	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh

Talking Trees Storytelling
Date	Location
Talking Trees storytelling returns to transport adults and children alike to a magical land far, far away. Suitable for anyone with an imagination (ages 5+). View full details
17 Jun 2pm 15 Jul 2pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

A Treasured Paradise
Date	Location
An Iranian artist helps you to make a piece of visual art which then transforms into a small scented treasure box. Ages 5+. View full details
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Urban Arts Outreach
Date	Location
Drop-in art club for teenagers with Muirhouse Youth Development Group. Ages 10+. View full details
3 Apr–8 Jun Tue & Fri 6–7.30pm	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Volcano Fun Day
Date	Location
Family activity day based around volcanoes extinct, dormant and active, with hands-on activities and walks up our own volcano, Arthur's Seat. View full details
27 Oct 11am	Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

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