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All or Nothing Aerial Dance Class for Children
Date	Location
Get swinging through the air with aerial dance classes that teach cocoons, trapeze, rope and silk skills to agile young things. Ages 8–12 from 4pm; ages 12–16 from 5pm. View full details
3 May–7 Jun Thu 4–5pm & 5–6pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Archaeology Day
Date	Location
A day of short guided walks and fun activities based around Iron Age life in Holyrood Park. Booking is essential. View full details
9 Sep 11am	Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

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

The Artist's Book Day
Date	Location
As well as discovering more about the fascinating collection of books at Surgeons' Hall, you're encouraged to take inspiration from medical journals and books on anatomy to create some drawings and prints which you'll fashion into a book of your own. Family friendly, suitable for ages 10+. Booking is essential. View full details and ticket info
17 Aug 9.45am	Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh

Autumn Riches
Date	Location
Let the beautiful autumn colours spark your creativity and collect some natural treasures to make a badge, brooch or pendant. View full details
15 Oct 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Baby Loves Disco
Date	Location
Baby Loves Disco UK Ltd. Fringe sell-out 2009/2010/2011! The original and coolest dance party for kids and parents returns to Edinburgh's funkiest nightclub. Real club DJs spinning disco classics guaranteed to get little booties moving and grooving. Plus free face painting, dressing-up corner, chill-out zone with tents, books and puzzles, kids' activity taster sessions, full spread of healthy snacks and juice boxes, nappy changing stations, licensed cash bar for mum and dad, and dancing… View full details and ticket info (Edinburgh Festival Guide)
4 Aug–5 Aug Sat & Sun 11am–1pm & 2–4pm Preview performance.	Electric Circus, Edinburgh
11 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 11am–1pm & 2–4pm	Electric Circus, Edinburgh

BabyCalm
Date	Location
Classes to help mums understand and soothe newborns and deal with crying, colic and interpreting baby cues. Phone or email to book a place. Booking is essential. View full details
31 May–21 Jun Thu 11.30am–1.30pm	Calton 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

Bang on Time
Date	Location
The one o' clock gun has been fired almost every day since 1861. Now's your chance to learn the history behind the tradition with Professor Charles Piazzi Smyth. View full details
8 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm	Edinburgh Castle, 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

The Big Toddle
Date	Location
It's that time again: the little 'uns take to the streets to do their bit as Barnardo's Big Toddle returns for its annual short sponsored walk. Visit the website to register. View full details
13 Jun 10.30am	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

Breakdance Skills
Date	Location
Learn power moves, freezes, spins, drills and more in these breakdance skill classes for ages 12–16. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers. View full details
19 Apr–28 Jun Thu 5–6pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Breakin' and Hip Hop
Date	Location
Learn the foundations of hip hop including poppin' & locking and basic footwork, allowing you to put your own stamp on your technique. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers. Ages 8–9 from 4pm and ages 10–12 from 5pm. View full details
7 May–25 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Busy Servants and VIP Guests
Date	Location
A chance to experience how the other half lived in Edwardian times as you prepare lemonade and biscuits with cook in the kitchen before transforming into Lord or Lady of the manor and touring the upstairs rooms. View full details
1 Sep 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Butterfly Walk plus Arts and Crafts
Date	Location
Discover the different species of butterflies on the grounds, and later take part in some winged inspired arts and crafts. Children must be accompanied by an adult. View full details
5 Jul 11am	Newhailes, Musselburgh

Castle Dreams
Date	Location
What would you do if you owned Lauriston Castle? How would you redecorate? Sketch some ideas of the perfect castle, then create and paint your own design. View full details
19 Aug 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Castles, Knights and Dragons
Date	Location
Be inspired by the Knights of old and create a coat of arms, sword, shield and helmet, ready to take on anything! View full details
23 Jul 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Children's Drop-in Workshops
Date	Location
Stimulating activities afternoon for kids to engage with sculpture and get creative. Booking is essential. View full details
2 Jun–30 Jun Sat 2–4pm	Jupiter Artland, Wilkieston

CircuSkool
Date	Location
Run by Edinburgh-based fire troupe PyroCeltica, these workshops teach modern day circus skills including poi, juggling, diablo and unicycling. Under 16s welcomed if accompanied by an adult. View full details
13 May–29 Jul Sun 6–9pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Courtly Games and Intrigues at the Court of Mary Queen of Scots
Date	Location
Alewife Agnes Clarke lids the lid on life at Craigmiller Castle. View full details
11 Jul 11am 5 Aug 11am	Craigmillar Castle, Edinburgh

Create
Date	Location
Drop-in crafts and messy play for children under five years old and their guardians. View full details
26 May–28 Jul Sat 10am–noon	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Create: play@home
Date	Location
Fun, messy arts sessions for under 5s and their guardians. View full details
10 May–21 Jun Thu 10am–noon	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Creative Dance
Date	Location
Coordination and balance skills in these playful creative dance sessions. Ages 2–5. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 11am–noon	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Croquet Tea Party
Date	Location
An Alice in Wonderland -inspired morning of cakes and biscuits at a tea party in the glasshouse before a game of croquet on the lawn (with real mallets, not flamingos). View full details
9 Jun 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, 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

Dance 'n' Play 1
Date	Location
With Gemma Williams Toddlers We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working in pairs with parents and as a group builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, while developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are encouraged to take their shoes and socks off and join in! View full details
18 Apr–20 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dance 'N' Play 1 (Drop In)
Date	Location
Fun movement, music and dance drop-in sessions encouraging creative play. For toddlers and their parents. View full details
2 May–27 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dance 'n' Play 2
Date	Location
With Gemma Williams Toddlers We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working in pairs with parents and as a group builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, while developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults are encouraged to take their shoes and socks off and join in! View full details
18 Apr–20 Jun Wed 11.30am–12.15pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dance 'n' Play Course
Date	Location
Weekly session for toddlers and their parents to explore music and movement together, having fun and developing coordination skills. Wear loose-fitting clothes. Shoes and socks are forbidden! View full details
2 May–27 Jun Wed 11.45am–12.30pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

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

Driftwood Treasure Box
Date	Location
An artist is on hand to help kids create their own little treasure chest, perfect for storing summer memories. View full details
3 Jul Tue 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	Lauriston Castle, 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

Early Years – Play Time
Date	Location
Drama-based play for kids aged 2–4 and their parents/carers to get involved in together, stimulating creativity and language development as well as building confidence and social skills. View full details
16 May–6 Jun Wed 10.30–11.30am Block 6 (four weeks).	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 12–18s
Date	Location
A week of workshops for dramatic teens, led by site-specific theatre specialist Suzanne Lofthus from Cutting Edge Theatre. The group will work towards a performance entitled We’ve Missed the Boat, to be performed outdoors in Musselburgh at 6pm on Fri 27 Jul. View full details
23 Jul–27 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm	Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh

East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 5–7s
Date	Location
Fire up young imaginations with these three-day drama workshops for 5–7-year-olds. Choose from morning or afternoon sessions. View full details
17 Jul–19 Jul Tue–Thu 10.30am–noon & 1–2.30pm	Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh

East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 8–12s
Date	Location
A week of drama classes, building up to a performance on the Brunton Theatre stage at the end of the week. View full details
30 Jul–3 Aug Mon–Fri 10am–4pm	Brunton Theatre, 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

Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Date	Location
The big daddy of arts festivals, the Fringe has it all. The facts and figures speak for themselves: nearly 1.9 million tickets sold in 2011 for 41,689 performances of 2,542 shows in 258 venues. It's the biggest celebration of theatre, comedy, cabaret, children's shows, dance, physical theatre, musicals, operas, exhibitions and music in all its forms in the world. View full details
3 Aug–27 Aug Times vary	Various venues, 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

Family Mosaic Garden Projects
Date	Location
Be inspired by sunnier climes by working as a family to create some pieces for the garden with some Mexican mosaic tiles. View full details
27 Jul 11am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Family Mosaic Panels
Date	Location
A family workshop to create a beautiful panel to take pride of place in your garden. View full details
26 Jul 11am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Fantasy Castles
Date	Location
Discover the hidden rooms of the castle and learn a bit more about the sorts of people who've lived there over the years. Then get arty and create a 3D castle. View full details
16 Sep 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Farmers Helpers Workshops
Date	Location
Hands-on farm work sessions for ages 8–12, with plenty of opportunities to get up close to the animals – and their mess! Booking is essential. View full details
2 Jul–10 Aug Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm	Gorgie City Farm, 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

Feet Foxes
Date	Location
Movement and dance for pre-schoolers and parents/carers, encouraging little ones to explore their creativity. View full details
3 May–26 Jul Thu 10–11am	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Foundation Performance Course
Date	Location
Professional tutors lead young actors through workshops and rehearsals, before a performance on the final day of the course. Apply for a place via the website. Ages 12–15. View full details and ticket info
23 Jul–4 Aug Mon–Sun 10am–6pm	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 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

From Waterside to Waterloo
Date	Location
Hear all about some of the most daring feats of the Battle of Waterloo, including Sergeant Charles Ewart's capture of the Colours and Standard of the 45 Regime of Napoleon's army. View full details
6 Jun–13 Jun Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 27 Jun–11 Jul Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 25 Jul Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 31 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 8 Aug–22 Aug Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm	Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Fun With Felt
Date	Location
Sketch some ideas from what you can see in the castle grounds, then create some flowers, birds and bees from bright merino wool. View full details
7 Aug 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Furry Foxes and Fluffy Rabbits
Date	Location
Learn about the wilder residents of Lauriston, then create animal hand and finger puppets. View full details
1 Aug 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, 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

The Ghastly Ghostly Castle
Date	Location
Creepy Hallowe'en fun at the castle with spooky stories, a scary treasure hunt and the chance to make some terrifyingly tasty food in the old kitchen. View full details
27 Oct–28 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–12.30pm	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Glistening Christmas Mosaic Decorations
Date	Location
Create some sparkly decorations to take pride of place on the Christmas tree. View full details
21 Dec Fri 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Go Wild in the Creepy Old Woods for Hallowe'en
Date	Location
Follow the Forest School Ranger into the deep, dark woods – if you dare! Once there, build a shelter from natural materials to keep you safe from anything spooky lurking around. View full details
20 Oct 10am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Go Wild in the Woods
Date	Location
Get to grips with nature with the Forest School Ranger and learn how to create a shelter from what you find lying in the woods. View full details
23 Jun 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, 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

Gunpowder, Treason & Plot
Date	Location
Learn the history behind Bonfire Night and make your own Guy Fawkes. View full details
3 Nov 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Hands On Activities and Storytelling at Plu
Date	Location
Throughout the weekend there are hands on activities for young ones including Bookbug storytelling sessions, messy arts & crafts and Egyptian, ballet and belly dancing, as well as storytelling from Mrs Mash, Lea Taylor and Sylvia Troon. Part of Plu Edinburgh. View full details
1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm	Leith Links, Edinburgh

Happy Ears
Date	Location
Music group for dads and male carers and their little ones, giving mum the chance for a quiet lie in. Ages 0–15 months from 10am; ages 15 months–3 years from noon. View full details
9 Jun Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 23 Jun Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 7 Jul Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 21 Jul Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 4 Aug Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 18 Aug 10am 1 Sep Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 15 Sep Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm 29 Sep Sat 10–10.45am & noon–12.45pm	Calton Centre, 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

Holyrood's Halloween
Date	Location
An undead Ranger takes you on a scary walk through Holyrood Park. Suitable for children, believe it or not. View full details
29 Oct–30 Oct Mon & Tue 6–8pm	Holyrood Park, Edinburgh

Honey Pot Ceramics: Messy Play Session
Date	Location
Join Honey Pot Ceramics for a fun – and messy – arts & craft play session. Ages 6 months–5 years. View full details
30 May 11am 20 Jun 11am	Edinburgh Zoo, 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

Jack and Jill Market
Date	Location
An opportunity for mums and dads to buy and sell nearly-new baby and kids' (ages 0–9) items of good quality. Book a stall to sell or turn up on the day to grab a bargain. View full details
17 Jun 10.30am	Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh

Jamie & Anna: Live and Loud
Date	Location
Toonatik and Nickelodeon faves Jamie and Anna present a fun-filled game show where boys are pitted against girls. Ages 5+. Part of Plu Edinburgh. View full details
2 Jun Sat 1.30–2.20pm & 4.30–5.20pm	Leith Links, 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

Jungle Junk Jewellery
Date	Location
Create jungle animal jewellery graced by elephants, leopards and exotic birds with some earth-friendly recycled materials. View full details
16 Jul Mon 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Junior Performance Course
Date	Location
Kids explore their drama skills, working on movement, characterisation and storytelling, leading up to a performance on the final day of the course. Ages 8–11. Apply for a place via the website. View full details and ticket info
2 Jul–7 Jul Mon–Sat 9.30am–5pm	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Junior Skint Knees Drama Classes
Date	Location
Games, improvisation, storytelling, voice and movement training are all part of this weekly course of workshops for young drama kings and queens. Separate classes are available for 3-4-year-olds and 5-7-year-olds, at 10.30am on Saturdays and 10.15am on Sundays. View full details
19 May–23 Jun Sat 10.30am	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
20 May–24 Jun Sun 10.15–11.45am	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Kilts and Captivity
Date	Location
Hear about the rebellions of the 17th and 18th centuries first-hand (well, kinda) from two Jacobite soldiers involved in the uprisings. View full details
21 Jul–23 Jul Mon, Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 13 Aug–14 Aug Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 22 Sep–24 Sep Mon, Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm	Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Ladies of the Renaissance
Date	Location
Learn how the 16th century ladies of the court dressed and the French influence on fashion. View full details
1 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 15 Jun–29 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 6 Jul Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 20 Jul–27 Jul Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 10 Aug Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 24 Aug–31 Aug Mon–Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 13 Oct–14 Oct Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm	Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

The Last Day of Summer
Date	Location
A timely workshop from Margaret Findlay, making pencil cases and kit bags to take back to school. View full details
12 Aug 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, 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

Life in Space
Date	Location
Learn what it's like to be an astronaut and how to keep from getting bored while spending months floating around in space. Followed by a rocket building session. To book visit the website and fill in the application form. Ages 6–14. View full details and ticket info
2 Jun Sat 10am, 1pm & 3pm	Our Dynamic Earth, 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

LYT Play
Date	Location
Drama games, arts and crafts and lively activities. Ages 5–7. View full details
25 May–15 Jun Fri 2–3.30pm	Royal Lyceum Theatre, 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

Magic School
Date	Location
A five-day magic school for kids aged 7–10, with a choice of either morning or afternoon sessions. Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival. Booking is essential. View full details and ticket info
2 Jul–6 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm	Scottish Book Trust, Edinburgh

Magic School One-Day Workshop
Date	Location
A one-off Magic School workshop, for those who don't want to end the five-day Magic School. Ages 7–10. Part of Edinburgh International Magic Festival. View full details and ticket info
30 Jun–1 Jul Sat & Sun 10am & 1.30pm	Scottish Book Trust, Edinburgh

Magic Toy Making
Date	Location
Imagine a world without games consoles and TVs! Make like children from 100 years ago and create an optical toy from special papers and impress your friends with its magical qualities. View full details
28 Jul 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

The Magical Christmas Castle: A Traditional Edwardian Christmas Experience
Date	Location
See how the Edwardians celebrated Christmas 100 years ago. Play games and watch a magic lantern show before making traditional Christmas craft. View full details
24 Nov–25 Nov Sat & Sun 10am–1pm	Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh

Magical Fairy Dust Wings
Date	Location
Some fairy tales from Victorian times to learn about how fascinating fairies were back then, before there's a chance to create some fairy wings made of willow and paper. View full details
10 Jul 10.30am	Lauriston Castle, 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

Mini Dance Academy
Date	Location
All types of dance are covered in this series of fun, interactive dance classes, from contemporary and ballet in the first half of the block, to jazz and tap in the second half. Kids should wear loose-fitting clothing and indoor trainers. Suitable for ages 5–7. View full details
2 May–27 Jun Wed 4–5pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Mini French
Date	Location
Nurture your wee one's esprit with fun French lessons, focusing on songs and nursery rhymes to help them pick up the language. Ages 0–4. View full details
23 May–20 Jun Wed 10–11am	Marchmont St Giles' Church, Edinburgh
24 May–21 Jun Thu 10.30–11.30am	Calton Centre, Edinburgh

Minibeast Safari
Date	Location
Learn all you've ever wanted to know about spiders, bees and bugs on a walk with the ranger and the chance to get up close to the insects themselves. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. View full details
12 Jul 11am	Newhailes, Musselburgh

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Kids, Days out and "Edinburgh"

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