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The Acorn Centre, Junction Place, Leith, Edinburgh
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17 Jul 10am On Yer Bike! Leith Family Day Trip 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.
16 Jun 1pm Oot an' aboot on yer bike! Part of Leith Festival. 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…
14 Jul 1pm Oot an' aboot on yer bike! 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…
Brunton Theatre, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh, Edinburgh
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23 Jul–27 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 12–18s A week of workshops for dramatic teens, led by site-specific theatre specialist Suzanne Lofthus from Cutting Edge Theatre. The group will work…
17 Jul–19 Jul Tue–Thu 10.30am–noon & 1–2.30pm East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 5–7s Fire up young imaginations with these three-day drama workshops for 5–7-year-olds. Choose from morning or afternoon sessions.
30 Jul–3 Aug Mon–Fri 10am–4pm East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 8–12s A week of drama classes, building up to a performance on the Brunton Theatre stage at the end of the week.
Calton Centre, 121 Montgomery Street, Edinburgh
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31 May–21 Jun Thu 11.30am–1.30pm BabyCalm 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…
11 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm Breakdance for Kids P1–3 from 4pm; P4–7 from 5pm. Bust some moves with Step it Up Dance at a beginners taster breakdance sessions. Part of Leith Festival.
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 		Happy Ears 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…
24 May–21 Jun Thu 10.30–11.30am Mini French 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.
16 Apr–25 Jun Mon 1.45–2.20pm Music Bugs Suitable for ages 0–12 months. Interactive sensory music and singing classes for little ones with lots of props to keep them engaged and fun songs…
16 Apr–25 Jun Mon 2.40–3.20pm Music Bugs Suitable for ages 9 months–4 years. Interactive sensory music and singing classes for little ones with lots of props to keep them engaged and fun…
Cameron Toll Shopping Centre, 6 Lady Road, Edinburgh
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2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–3pm Free Jubilee Fun Face painting and crafts to celebrate the Queen.
Cardonald Library, 1113 Mosspark Drive, Glasgow
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13 Mar–19 Jun Tue 5–7.30pm D of E Open Award Group 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…
Christ Church, Morningside Road, Edinburgh
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16 Apr–25 Jun Mon 10.10–10.50am Music Bugs Suitable for ages 0–4. Interactive sensory music and singing classes for little ones with lots of props to keep them engaged and fun songs to learn…
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street, Edinburgh
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9 Jun 1pm
23 Jun 2pm 		Drop in Drawing Sessions Visitor Assistant Ruby Tulloch talks about the current exhibition, A Parliament of Lines, then families are encouraged to get creative in the…
16 Jun Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Family Drop In Drawing Challenge Create your own masterpiece by experimenting with different media with the help of artist Tessa Asquith-Lamb.
Craiglockhart Parish Church, Craiglockhart Drive North, Edinburgh
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26 Apr–14 Jun Thu 10.45–11.30am Doodle and Splat Creative, messy fun for children aged 1 to 2 1/2 years and their parents/carers.
26 Apr–14 Jun Thu 10.45–11.30am Doodle and Splat Creative, messy fun for children aged 2 to 5 years and their parents/carers.
Craigmillar Castle, Craigmillar Castle Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Jul 11am
5 Aug 11am 		Courtly Games and Intrigues at the Court of Mary Queen of Scots Alewife Agnes Clarke lids the lid on life at Craigmiller Castle.
Dance Base, 14–16 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
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19 Apr–28 Jun Thu 5–6pm Breakdance Skills Learn power moves, freezes, spins, drills and more in these breakdance skill classes for ages 12–16. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers.
7 May–25 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm Breakin' and Hip Hop Learn the foundations of hip hop including poppin' & locking and basic footwork, allowing you to put your own stamp on your technique. Wear…
5 May–23 Jun Sat 11am–noon Creative Dance Coordination and balance skills in these playful creative dance sessions. Ages 2–5.
18 Apr–20 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am Dance 'n' Play 1 With Gemma Williams Toddlers We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working in pairs…
2 May–27 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am Dance 'N' Play 1 (Drop In) Fun movement, music and dance drop-in sessions encouraging creative play. For toddlers and their parents.
18 Apr–20 Jun Wed 11.30am–12.15pm Dance 'n' Play 2 With Gemma Williams Toddlers We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working in pairs…
2 May–27 Jun Wed 11.45am–12.30pm Dance 'n' Play Course Weekly session for toddlers and their parents to explore music and movement together, having fun and developing coordination skills. Wear…
2 May–27 Jun Wed 4–5pm Mini Dance Academy 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…
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10–11am Rugrat Rumpus Music, props and movement at these sessions to get little dancers moving. For toddlers and their parents.
20 Apr–29 Jun Fri 4.30–5.30pm Street & Contemporary Dance Classes mixing two difference styles: street and contemporary. Learn more about both disciplines as you work towards creating a hip hop theatre…
5 May–23 Jun Sat noon–1pm & 2–3pm Street & Hip Hop for P1–3 A fun, funky introduction to street and hip hop dance styles for ages 5–7. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers.
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 1–2pm Street & Hip Hop for P4–5 A fun, funky introduction to street and hip hop dance styles for ages 8–9. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers.
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 2–3pm Street & Hip Hop for P6–7 A fun, funky introduction to street and hip hop dance styles for ages 10–11. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers.
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 3–4pm Street & Hip Hop for S1–3 A fun, funky introduction to street and hip hop dance styles for ages 11–14. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers.
3 May–21 Jun Thu 4–5pm Street & Hip Hop Kids aged 7–12 with additional support needs can learn to pop it, lock it and bust a move. Carers are expected to join in.
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 3–4pm Street & Hip Hop S1-S3 With Ashley Jack S1 - S3 These classes are a great introduction to Street Dance, with funky warm-ups and basic moves followed by street routines…
9 Jul–13 Jul Mon–Fri 9.30am–3.30pm
16 Jul–20 Jul Mon–Fri 9.30am–3.30pm 		Summer Hip Hop School A week-long course to learn street dance, break dance and house styles and experiment with photography, art and music videos too! There's a…
Dance Base @ Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 30–36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, Edinburgh
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5 May–23 Jun Sat 11am–noon Street & Hip Hop for P1–3 A fun, funky introduction to street and hip hop dance styles for ages 5–7. Wear loose-fitting clothes and indoor trainers.
Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Edinburgh
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8 Jun Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm Bang on Time 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…
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 		From Waterside to Waterloo 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…
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 		Kilts and Captivity Hear about the rebellions of the 17th and 18th centuries first-hand (well, kinda) from two Jacobite soldiers involved in the uprisings.
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 		Ladies of the Renaissance Learn how the 16th century ladies of the court dressed and the French influence on fashion.
18 Jun–19 Jun Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
12 Jul–13 Jul Thu & Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
2 Aug–3 Aug Thu & Fri 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
6 Oct–7 Oct Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Pirates and Patriots Meet an American prisoner who's holed up in the depths of the castle's vaults and learn about the American War of Independence and what life was…
3 Jun Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
23 Jun–24 Jun Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
16 Jul Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
4 Aug–5 Aug Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
19 Aug Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
27 Aug–28 Aug Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Queen Margaret's Castle Mary Edmund, a lady of the Queen's household describes what life was like working for the pious monarch.
5 Jun–12 Jun Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
3 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
9 Jul Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
17 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
30 Jul Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
7 Aug Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
20 Aug Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Queen of the Castle Meet Mary Queen of Scots and overhear her discussions with her guardian Lord Erskine about her plans for governing Scotland. (Note: for reasons…
17 Jun Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
28 Jul–29 Jul Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
1 Dec–2 Dec Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Renaissance Dancing See the difference between dance styles of the Renaissance era and the modern day, and join the authentically-costumed ladies in a dance.
9 Jun–10 Jun Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
14 Jul–15 Jul Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
29 Sep–30 Sep Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
8 Dec–9 Dec Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
27 Oct–28 Oct Sat & Sun 10.15am, 11.15am, noon, 1.15pm, 2.15pm & 3.15pm 		Renaissance Music Learn about the pop charts of old and see if you can figure out how a hurdy gurdy or renaissance rackett was played.
25 Jun–26 Jun Mon & Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
3 Nov–4 Nov Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Rizzio Must Die Catch Lord Ruthven and the Earl of Morton in the act of discussing what they plan to do to David Rizzio, Mary Queen of Scots' secretary. Hint: it's…
20 Jun Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
5 Jul Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
24 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
1 Aug Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
9 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
23 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		The Rough Wooing Two castle soldiers tell the story of the Earl of Hertford's 1544 attempt to destroy Edinburgh and its castle.
30 Jun–1 Jul Sat & Sun 10.45am–12.45pm & 1.45–3.45pm St Margaret, Queen of Scotland Learn more about the pious, charitable Queen and discover what her life was like ruling in 11th-century Scotland.
30 May Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
14 Jun–21 Jun Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
10 Jul Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
19 Jul Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
26 Jul Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
6 Aug Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
16 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
21 Aug Tue 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
30 Aug Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Swords of the Righteous Partially dramatised explanation of how and why Cromwell's army came to lay siege to Edinburgh Castle, and how it was successful.
31 May Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
4 Jun Mon 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
28 Jun Thu 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
18 Jul Wed 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
15 Sep–16 Sep Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm
17 Nov–18 Nov Sat & Sun 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2pm & 3pm 		Wolves in Sheep's Clothing Hear from Sir Thomas Randolph about his daring night attack on Edinburgh Castle in 1314 in order to capture it for Robert the Bruce.
Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh
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17 Jun 9am Father's Day 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.
30 May 11am
20 Jun 11am 		Honey Pot Ceramics: Messy Play Session Join Honey Pot Ceramics for a fun – and messy – arts & craft play session. Ages 6 months–5 years.
13 Jun 11am Imagination Workshop Arts & crafts activities with a different theme each week, from animal puppets to potato paw prints! Ages 6 months–5 years.
6 Jun 10.30am Jo Jingles 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…
25 Jun–1 Jul Mon–Sun 9am–6pm National Insect Week Interesting insects and beastly bugs aplenty at the zoo for National Insect Week. Have fun with creepy crawly crafts, check out the Honeybee…
5 Jun 9am Queen's Jubilee Activities Celebrate the Jubilee with some crafty activities – you can make a card for Her Majesty or decorate your own crown.
Electric Circus, 36–39 Market Street, Edinburgh
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4 Aug–5 Aug Sat & Sun 11am–1pm & 2–4pm
Sat & Sun 11am–1pm & 2–4pm		 Baby Loves Disco Preview performance. Baby Loves Disco UK Ltd. Fringe sell-out 2009/2010/2011! The original and coolest dance party for kids and parents returns…
11 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 11am–1pm & 2–4pm
Sat & Sun 11am–1pm & 2–4pm		 Baby Loves Disco 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…
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 13–29 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
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23 Jul–4 Aug Mon–Sun 10am–6pm Foundation Performance Course Professional tutors lead young actors through workshops and rehearsals, before a performance on the final day of the course. Apply for a place via…
2 Jul–7 Jul Mon–Sat 9.30am–5pm Junior Performance Course Kids explore their drama skills, working on movement, characterisation and storytelling, leading up to a performance on the final day of the course.
19 May–23 Jun Sat 10.30am Junior Skint Knees Drama Classes Games, improvisation, storytelling, voice and movement training are all part of this weekly course of workshops for young drama kings and queens.
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 12.15–2.15pm Saturday SYT Drama workshops for ages 11–14 teaching improvisation, character acting, voice and movement while working in groups to create a short piece of…
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 11.45am–1.45pm Skint Knees Drama Classes Lively workshops for ages 8–10 led by experienced theatre practitioners. Includes games, improvisation, storytelling, voice and movement training…
23 Jul–4 Aug To be confirmed Summer Performance Course Summer theatre course for ages 12–15.
2 Jun–7 Jun To be confirmed Summer Performance Course One-week drama workshop for ages 8–11.
21 Apr–23 Jun To be confirmed Weekly Drama Classes Scottish Youth Theatre put their expertise where their mouth is with their summer term of drama classes. Taught by professional tutors, each session…
Gorgie City Farm, 51 Gorgie Road, Edinburgh
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2 Jul–10 Aug Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm Farmers Helpers Workshops 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.
29 Jul 11am Gorgie City Farm Annual Fun Day 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…
Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
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9 Sep 11am Archaeology Day A day of short guided walks and fun activities based around Iron Age life in Holyrood Park. Booking is essential.
29 Oct–30 Oct Mon & Tue 6–8pm Holyrood's Halloween An undead Ranger takes you on a scary walk through Holyrood Park. Suitable for children, believe it or not.
22 Jul 11am Royal Pursuits Relax like a royal with all manner of traditional activities in Holyrood Park, from coursing with whippets and Scottish deerhound to archery and…
27 Oct 11am Volcano Fun Day Family activity day based around volcanoes extinct, dormant and active, with hands-on activities and walks up our own volcano, Arthur's Seat.
Holyrood Park Education Centre, 1 Queen's Drive, Edinburgh
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6 Jun 1pm
20 Jun 1pm
4 Jul 1pm
18 Jul 1pm 		Arthur's Adventure This challenging guided walk explores the history of Arthur's Seat. Booking is essential.
4 Jun–30 Jul Mon 1–2.30pm Arthur's Amble 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
Inveresk Lodge Garden, 24 Inveresk Village Road, Musselburgh
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16 Jun 10am Newhailes Nature Detectives Club The search is on for damselflies and dragonflies, before the chance to make your own ceramic version. A closer look at the world around you with a…
10 Jul 11am Pond Dipping It's not just fish you'll find in this pond – bring your wellies, grab a net and find out what else lives beneath the surface. Children must be…
Joppa Rocks, Portobello Promenade, Edinburgh
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5 Jul To be confirmed Rock Around Joppa! 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.
Jupiter Artland, Bonnington House Steadings, Wilkieston
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2 Jun–30 Jun Sat 2–4pm Children's Drop-in Workshops Stimulating activities afternoon for kids to engage with sculpture and get creative. Booking is essential.
Lauriston Castle, 2a Cramond Road South, Edinburgh
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15 Oct 10.30am Autumn Riches Let the beautiful autumn colours spark your creativity and collect some natural treasures to make a badge, brooch or pendant.
1 Sep 10.30am Busy Servants and VIP Guests 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…
19 Aug 10.30am Castle Dreams 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…
23 Jul 10.30am Castles, Knights and Dragons Be inspired by the Knights of old and create a coat of arms, sword, shield and helmet, ready to take on anything!
9 Jun 10.30am Croquet Tea Party 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…
3 Jul Tue 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Driftwood Treasure Box An artist is on hand to help kids create their own little treasure chest, perfect for storing summer memories.
27 Jul 11am Family Mosaic Garden Projects Be inspired by sunnier climes by working as a family to create some pieces for the garden with some Mexican mosaic tiles.
26 Jul 11am Family Mosaic Panels A family workshop to create a beautiful panel to take pride of place in your garden.
16 Sep 10.30am Fantasy Castles 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…
7 Aug 10.30am Fun With Felt Sketch some ideas from what you can see in the castle grounds, then create some flowers, birds and bees from bright merino wool.
1 Aug 10.30am Furry Foxes and Fluffy Rabbits Learn about the wilder residents of Lauriston, then create animal hand and finger puppets.
27 Oct–28 Oct Sat & Sun 10am–12.30pm The Ghastly Ghostly Castle 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.
21 Dec Fri 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Glistening Christmas Mosaic Decorations Create some sparkly decorations to take pride of place on the Christmas tree.
20 Oct 10am Go Wild in the Creepy Old Woods for Hallowe'en 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…
23 Jun 10.30am Go Wild in the Woods 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.
3 Nov 10.30am Gunpowder, Treason & Plot Learn the history behind Bonfire Night and make your own Guy Fawkes.
16 Jul Mon 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Jungle Junk Jewellery Create jungle animal jewellery graced by elephants, leopards and exotic birds with some earth-friendly recycled materials.
12 Aug 10.30am The Last Day of Summer A timely workshop from Margaret Findlay, making pencil cases and kit bags to take back to school.
28 Jul 10.30am Magic Toy Making 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…
24 Nov–25 Nov Sat & Sun 10am–1pm The Magical Christmas Castle: A Traditional Edwardian Christmas Experience See how the Edwardians celebrated Christmas 100 years ago. Play games and watch a magic lantern show before making traditional Christmas craft.
10 Jul 10.30am Magical Fairy Dust Wings 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…
15 Dec Sat 2pm & 3pm Mrs Reid’s Magical Christmas Present Learn how the household would have prepared for Christmas in 1910 in this interactive living history tour, featuring a magic lantern show.
24 Jul Tue 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Nature's Orchestra Recreate the natural sounds of the outdoors by making a wooden wind chime. There will be some use of tools; ages 8+.
29 Sep–30 Sep Sat & Sun 3pm & 4pm A Night at the Theatre As Mr and Mrs Reid prepare for an evening out, help the cook prepare early dinner in this interactive living history tour.
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 3pm & 4pm Parasols and Panamas Help Cook in the kitchen as she prepares for the arrival of guests to the house – just watch out for the gardener and his muddy boots!
5 Aug 10.30am Pirate Ship Bunting Before crafts begin, there's the Treasure Challenge to overcome (including the fearsome Pool of Doom and the Ghost of Pirates Past Forest!). Once…
30 Jun 10.30am Pirate's Treasure Challenge A search for pieces of eight hidden around the castle grounds, but there's the Pool of Doom and the Ghost of Pirates Past Forest to get past before…
17 Sep 10.30am Rainbow Glass Panels Make a colourful stained glass-effect panel to put on one of your windows at home.
9 Dec Sun 10.30am–12.30pm & 2.40–3.30pm Santa and Rudolf Using special paper and soft wool make a mini Santa and Rudolf for the Christmas table.
2 Jul Mon 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Ships, Trains and Aeroplanes Choose your preferred mode of transport, then create a mini version using freshly cut wood. There is some use of tools; ages 8+.
1 Dec Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Silver Bells and Tinsel Christmas crafts session, making a row of sparkly bells from shiny paper and twinkling beads.
2 Dec Sun 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm Sleigh Bells and Feathered Friends Using natural materials collected from the castle grounds make some hand-held jingle bells and some festive treats for winter birds.
17 Jul 10.30am Sunny Summer Scenes Fun and games in the castle grounds to enjoy, before returning indoors to create a plaster-cast picture with pressed flowers and other natural…
22 Oct 10.30am Wicked Witches & Wily Wizards Be inspired by the spooky season make a witch or wizard hat, wand and trick or treat bag to wear on Hallowe'en.
26 Aug 11am Woodland Cushions Explore the ancient woodlands then create a comfy cushion inspired by the wildlife you see.
Leith Links, Leith, Edinburgh
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1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm Demos and Sports at Plu While kids enjoy sporty activities, ranging from cheerleading to teddy tennis, parents (and their little ones) can watch and participate in demos…
1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm Hands On Activities and Storytelling at Plu Throughout the weekend there are hands on activities for young ones including Bookbug storytelling sessions, messy arts & crafts and Egyptian…
2 Jun Sat 1.30–2.20pm & 4.30–5.20pm Jamie & Anna: Live and Loud 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.
9 Jun 11am Leith Festival Gala Day Leith festival Gala Day has become an institution in Edinburgh, with crowds gathering every year to see the pageant (setting off at noon), packed…
1 Jun–2 Jun Fri & Sat noon–12.50pm Mr Boom The evergreen Mr Boom descends from the moon once more for a fun, educational music and song session. Ages 1–9. Part of Plu Edinburgh.
1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10am–5.30pm Plu Edinburgh Weekender aimed at parents with kids under 6, offering products, demos, activities from science to sports, theatre, storytelling and music workshops…
7 Jun–10 Jun Thu & Fri 6–9.45pm; Sat & Sun noon–9.45pm Taylor's Funfair Rides and fun for children of all ages. Part of Leith Festival.
Leith Victoria Swim Centre, Junction Place, Edinburgh
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8 Jun–15 Jun Fri 2–3pm Breakdance for Kids Bust some moves with Step it Up Dance at a beginners taster breakdance sessions. Part of Leith Festival.
Marchmont St Giles' Church, 1a Kilgraston Road, Edinburgh
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23 May–20 Jun Wed 10–11am Mini French 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.
Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church, 1a Mayfield Road, Edinburgh
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25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 9.45–10.30am Doodle and Splat Creative, messy fun for children aged 1 to 2 1/2 years and their parents/carers.
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am Doodle and Splat Creative, messy fun for children aged 2 to 5 years and their parents/carers.
Meadowbank Sports Centre, 139 London Road, Edinburgh
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17 Jun 10.30am Jack and Jill Market 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…
16 Jun Noon The Sick Kids Foundation Teddy Toddle and Summer Fair 2012 A fun day out to raise money for the Sick Kids Friends Foundation with a Teddy Toddle, fairground attractions and the chance to meet some of your…
The Meadows, Melville Drive, Edinburgh
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2 Jun–3 Jun Times vary Meadows Festival Taking place on the wide green expanse of Edinburgh's Meadows, this festival is dominated by a vast selection of stalls selling everything from…
National Museum of Flight, East Fortune Airfield, North Berwick
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17 Jun 10am Robots Live! If for you, like us, Robot Wars was once essential tea-time viewing, you'll have to come along and cheer on some of the competitors. There's also a…
28 Jul 10am Scotland's National Airshow Over two hours of high-octane aerial displays ranging from historic warbirds to contemporary military jets. There are also family activities and…
National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, Edinburgh
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18 May–28 Sep Fri 1.30–4.30pm Friday Afternoon Activities Varied activities for those let out of school early on a Friday (the lucky things). Expect gallery safaris, make-and-take workshops and object…
16 May–26 Sep Wed 10.30–10.50am Magic Carpet 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…
Newhailes, Newhailes Road, Musselburgh
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5 Jul 11am Butterfly Walk plus Arts and Crafts Discover the different species of butterflies on the grounds, and later take part in some winged inspired arts and crafts. Children must be…
12 Jul 11am Minibeast Safari 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…
North Edinburgh Arts Centre, 15a Pennywell Court, Edinburgh
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26 May–28 Jul Sat 10am–noon Create Drop-in crafts and messy play for children under five years old and their guardians.
10 May–21 Jun Thu 10am–noon Create: play@home Fun, messy arts sessions for under 5s and their guardians.
9 May–20 Jun Wed 6–8pm G-Code Music and Dance Project A collaboration between Muirhouse Youth Development Project and Edinburgh Mela teaching urban dance and music. Ages 10+.
29 May–31 Jul Tue 4–5.30pm Lyceum Youth Theatre: Discover The Lyceum's creative learning team lead a fun drama session for ages 8–12.
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10am–noon Saturday Arts Fun arts and crafts sessions, including painting, drawing and creating, for ages 8–12.
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10–10.45am Saturday Dance Hip hop, pop and contemporary dance sessions for ages 8–12.
3 May–21 Jun Thu 6.30–8.30pm Shared Territories Youth Arts Cafe Visual and performing arts sessions in connection with Muirhouse Youth Development Project. Ages 12+.
3 Apr–8 Jun Tue & Fri 6–7.30pm Urban Arts Outreach Drop-in art club for teenagers with Muirhouse Youth Development Group. Ages 10+.
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10–10.45am Wee Arts Arts and crafts for ages 5–8 where they can paint, draw and create.
5 May–23 Jun Sat 11–11.30am Wee Dance Little ones can take part in dance lessons that incorporate hip hop, pop and contemporary styles. Ages 5–8.
9 May–20 Jun Wed 4–5.30pm Zoo Arts Art club for kids aged 8–14 who want to get stuck into a range of creative activities, including sculpture, painting, drawing and crafts.
Ocean Terminal, Ocean Drive, Leith, Edinburgh
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19 Aug 8.30am Tour de Forth The Classic is a 70-mile route starting at Ocean Terminal, crossing the Forth Bridge into Fife and heading west to the Clackmannanshire Bridge…
19 Aug 8.30am Tour de Forth The Sportive route is for experienced and professional cyclists and is timed – it begins before all other routes to ensure a clear run. The route is…
19 Aug 8.30am Tour de Forth The Demi route measures 35 miles and is for experience and leisure cyclists looking for a less demanding challenge. The route can be completed from…
19 Aug 8.30am Tour de Forth The Family ride is a leisurely 22-mile route and is the only route open to under 16s. It's a circular route beginning and ending at Ocean Terminal…
Our Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh
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2 Jun Sat 10am, 1pm & 3pm Life in Space 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…
16 Jun Sat 10am, 1pm & 3pm Physical Matters An interesting look at how everyday items are constructed, such as CDs and metal objects. Then there's a plastic picture workshop. To book visit the…
9 Jun Sat 10am, 1pm & 3pm Wonderful World of Plants Learn about the clever ways plants have evolved to protect themselves from predators. To book visit the website and fill in the application form.
Out of the Blue Drill Hall, 30–36 Dalmeny Street, Leith, Edinburgh
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3 May–7 Jun Thu 4–5pm & 5–6pm All or Nothing Aerial Dance Class for Children 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…
13 May–29 Jul Sun 6–9pm CircuSkool Run by Edinburgh-based fire troupe PyroCeltica, these workshops teach modern day circus skills including poi, juggling, diablo and unicycling. Under…
3 May–26 Jul Thu 10–11am Feet Foxes Movement and dance for pre-schoolers and parents/carers, encouraging little ones to explore their creativity.
23 Apr–25 Jun Mon 10–10.40am Sing and Sign Signing and singing with babies to aid their communication development using fun songs and themes familiar to your little one. Ages 6–18 months.
25 Apr–20 Jun Wed 5–7pm
20 Apr–22 Jun Fri 3.30–5.30pm 		Strange Town Theatre courses for ages 11–14, incorporating drama games, improvisation and scriptwriting.
24 Apr–19 Jun Tue 6–8pm Strange Town Theatre class for ages 14–18 incorporating drama games, improvisation and scriptwriting.
20 Apr–22 Jun Fri 2–3.30pm Strange Town Theatre class for ages 8–10, incorporating drama games, improvisation and scriptwriting.
9 Jul–13 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm Summer with StrangeTown Work with actors, directors, writers, dancers and musicians to explore your creativity and create a play in just five days. A performance for family…
2 Jul–6 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm Summer with StrangeTown Work with actors, directors, writers, dancers and musicians to explore your creativity and create a play in just five days. A performance for family…
Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Mile, Edinburgh
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2 Jun–5 Jun Mon, Tue, Sat & Sun 11am–3pm The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee with a family trail based on Her Majesty's time at Holyroodhouse, try on some right royal clothing and design…
Pilrig St Paul's Church, Pilrig Street, Leith Walk, Edinburgh
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17 Apr–26 Jun Tue 9.45–10.20am
17 Apr–26 Jun Tue 10.40–11.20am 		Music Bugs Suitable for ages 0–4. Interactive sensory music and singing classes for little ones with lots of props to keep them engaged and fun songs to learn…
Royal Botanic Garden, Arboretum Place, Edinburgh
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John Hope Gateway Centre
18 Aug–19 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm 		Begonia Explore the remarkable world of the beautiful and versatile begonia. Ages 5+.
13 Jun 10.30am The Big Toddle 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.
Real Life Science Studio
30 May–1 Jun Wed–Fri 1–4pm 		Dragonflies from Scratch Hang out with BBC Springwatch 's dragonfly geek Ruary Mackenzie Dodds and learn all about the beautiful devil's darning needles and their various…
Demonstration Garden
13 Jun 7.30am 		Edible Edinburgh: Breakfast at the Botanics Get a greenery fix before work or school with an early morning breakfast of local food and environmental ideas. Gardening and foraging experts are…
Real Life Science Studio
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm 		Get Creative: Nests Ever wondered how birds' nests work? Find out by making one for yourself.
Real Life Science Studio
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm 		Get Creative: SW Asia An Iranian artist will help you make a piece of visual art that then transforms into a scented treasure box.
15 May–1 Jul Mon–Sun 10am–6pm Hard Rain: Whole Earth? 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.
20 May–24 Jun Sun 10.15–11.45am Junior Skint Knees Drama Classes Games, improvisation, storytelling, voice and movement training are all part of this weekly course of workshops for young drama kings and queens.
2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 1–4pm Locating the Nest: Printmaking and Poems Drop In Writer Tom Pow and poet Hugh Bryden help participants interweave words and images to create a print of a nest. Ages 5+.
John Hope Gateway Centre
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm 		Nature's Nests A workshop encouraging you to explore the lives of birds by making your own nest. Ages 5+.
20 May–24 Jun Sun 10.15–11.15am & 11.30am–1pm Scottish Youth Theatre Summer Term: Early Years Weekly drama classes from SYT for children to explore their creativity, increase their confidence and make new friends. Ages 3–4 from 10.15am; ages…
Real Life Science Studio
7 Jul–8 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm 		Sparrowhawk Weekend Exhibition and family activities focusing on these amazing raptors.
13 Jun 5.30pm Sparrowhawks at the Botanic Learn more about the little predators and their lives in the big city. Ages 8+.
John Hope Gateway Centre
17 Jun 2pm
15 Jul 2pm 		Talking Trees Storytelling Talking Trees storytelling returns to transport adults and children alike to a magical land far, far away. Suitable for anyone with an imagination…
John Hope Gateway Centre
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm 		A Treasured Paradise An Iranian artist helps you to make a piece of visual art which then transforms into a small scented treasure box. Ages 5+.
Royal Lyceum Theatre, Grindlay Street, Edinburgh
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16 May–6 Jun Wed 10.30–11.30am Early Years – Play Time Block 6 (four weeks). Drama-based play for kids aged 2–4 and their parents/carers to get involved in together, stimulating creativity and language…
25 May–15 Jun Fri 2–3.30pm LYT Play Drama games, arts and crafts and lively activities. Ages 5–7.
3 Jul–6 Jul To be confirmed Summer on Stage: Make a Scene A four day performance course for ages 7–10, part of the Lyceum's incredibly popular range of summer holiday workshops.
9 Jul–13 Jul To be confirmed Summer on Stage: Make it Happen – Costume and Make-up Course Week-long course for wannabe wardrobe masters and mistresses and make-up artists aged 14–18.
9 Jul–21 Jul To be confirmed Summer on Stage: Make it Happen – Technical Theatre Course Two-week course for teenagers (ages 14–18) interested in the behind-the-scenes side of making a theatre show.
9 Jul–21 Jul To be confirmed Summer on Stage: Working From a Script Two-week summer course for ages 11–13 on script-based performance.
3 Jul–21 Jul To be confirmed Summer on Stage: Working From a Script Three-week text-based performance course for drama-mad teenagers. Ages 14–18.
Scottish Book Trust, Sandeman House, Trunks Close, 55 High Street, Edinburgh
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2 Jul–6 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm Magic School 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.
30 Jun–1 Jul Sat & Sun 10am & 1.30pm Magic School One-Day Workshop 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.
Scottish National Gallery, The Mound, Edinburgh
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3 Jun 2pm
1 Jul 2pm 		Art Cart Artist-led art activities for all the family, inspired each month by something different from the gallery collections.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, 75 Belford Road, Edinburgh
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17 Jun 2pm Bags of Art 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.
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, 1 Queen Street, Edinburgh
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24 Jun Sun 2pm, 2.45pm & 3.30pm Meet the Ancestors Stories from Pakistan, with a chance to get yourself decorated with some henna hand art.
10 Jun 2pm Portrait Detectives! 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…
Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43–45 High Street, Edinburgh
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2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 11.30am–noon & 1.30–2pm Scottish Opera: SensoryO After the success of BabyO, Scottish Opera returns with another tailor-made musical show for wee ones, this time focussing on the 18–36 months age…
1 Jul–2 Jul Mon & Sun 11.30am Street Magic Masterclass Tips and secrets behind card tricks and sleight of hand. Bring a packed lunch and a pack of cards. Ages 11–14. Part of Edinburgh International Magic…
19 Jun Tue 10–10.40am & 11.30am–12.10pm Tiny Tales Seaside stories are the order of the day at June's session, with Rona Barbour. Stories, rhymes and songs for wee (and not so wee) ears. Ages 6…
Southside Community Centre, 117 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
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2 Jul–13 Jul Mon–Sun 9.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–4.30pm Seventh Annual Summer Drama Project Theatre course for kids with compulsory morning classes, then optional afternoon sessions to improve on improv, movement, mime, script-writing and…
St Stephen's Centre, St Stephen Street, Stockbridge, Edinburgh
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18 Apr–27 Jun Wed 2–2.40pm Music Bugs Suitable for ages 0–1. Interactive sensory music and singing classes for little ones with lots of props to keep them engaged and fun songs to learn…
St Stephen's Church, East Fettes Avenue Comely Bank, Edinburgh
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25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 2.15–3pm Doodle and Splat Creative, messy fun for children aged 1 to 2 1/2 years and their parents/carers.
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 1.15–2pm Doodle and Splat Creative, messy fun for children aged 2 to 5 years and their parents/carers.
Surgeons' Hall Museum, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
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17 Aug 9.45am The Artist's Book Day As well as discovering more about the fascinating collection of books at Surgeons' Hall, you're encouraged to take inspiration from medical journals…
1 Sep 1pm Paralympian Designs A day celebrating the remarkable technology (and the people that make and use it) that breaks down barriers to participation in sport. There's a…
Thomas Morton Hall, Ferry Road, Leith, Edinburgh
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21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 11am–noon Street & Hip Hop P1 - P3 With Amy Fraser P1 - P3 Come join in the fun with these classes, dancing to the funkiest tunes around. Learning the coolest moves that are sure…
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 10.15–11am Wiggle & Giggle 2 With Gemma Williams Preschool Incorporating music, props and mime, Wiggle & Giggle will bring out the little dancer within! This class will…
26 May–23 Jun Sat 9.30–10.15am Wiggle & Giggle An energetic movement session to get toddlers and parent wiggling. Wear comfortable clothes.
Various venues, Edinburgh
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3 Aug–27 Aug Times vary Edinburgh Festival Fringe 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…

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