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Baby Loves Disco
Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.
Electric Circus, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)
Sun 26 May
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 30 Jun
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 28 Jul
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Art in the Garden
There's a watercolour artist on hand to teach your the tricks of the art from, or you can get crafty with felt and collage making.
Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh (4.7 miles)
Sun 9 Jun
£10 (includes a buffet lunch) / 0131 529 3963
- 11:00 – 16:00
Ben And Holly's Little Kingdom
- Directed by: Richard Lewis
- Written by: Mani Svavarsson (music)
Richard Lewis's adaptation of the award-winning television animation set in a miniature world of fairies, elves and insects. The production features original music by Mani Svavarsson, with original lyrics by Matt Lewis.
King's Theatre, Edinburgh (1.6 miles)
Dads' Day
On the eve of Fathers' Day, there's a celebration of all things good about dad in the Storytelling Bothy, including stories, songs, card making, face painting and a pantomime. There are also stalls with information and support for dads and a special time for dads to share storytelling ideas with their children.
Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Sat 15 Jun
Free / 0131 556 9579
- 10:30 – 14:30
100 Years, 100 Prizes
The zoo is turning 100, and in a brilliant turn of events, its showering visitors with gifts instead of the other way around. There are 100 presents up for grabs on the day, including a panda experience, keeper experiences, memberships, adoptions and gift shop items.
Edinburgh Zoo (4.2 miles)
Mon 22 Jul
Included in admission / 0131 334 9171
- 09:00 – 17:00
Absolute Improv: Stories
Kids can have a go too – shout out your funniest ideas for the comedians onstage to turn into wacky stories – completely on the spot!
The Granary, Edinburgh (1.9 miles)
Sat 8 Jun
£5 / 0131 554 9465
Part of Leith Festival.
- 14:00 – 15:00
Sun 9 Jun
£5 / 0131 554 9465
Part of Leith Festival.
- 14:00 – 15:00
Sun 16 Jun
£5 / 0131 554 9465
Part of Leith Festival.
- 14:00 – 15:00
Alien Invasion
A special extraterrestrial exhibition featuring costumes and props from some of the most iconic sci-fi films and TV shows of all time. Browse memorabilia from the likes of Predator, Star Wars and Doctor Who, or take in the 360 degree film, We Are Aliens, narrated by Rupert Grint (AKA Ron Weasley).
Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh (0.5 miles)
Thu 23 May
Included in admission / 0131 550 7800
- 10:00 – 17:30
Fri 24 May
Included in admission / 0131 550 7800
- 10:00 – 17:30
Sat 25 May
Included in admission / 0131 550 7800
- 10:00 – 17:30
Animal Birthdays
Help the Zoo Keepers celebrate the special days of their animal friends by stopping by their enclosures and getting in on the festivities.
Edinburgh Zoo (4.2 miles)
Sat 13 Jul
Included in admission / 0131 334 9171
Today Bertus the one-horned rhino turns five!
- 09:00 – 18:00
Wed 14 Aug
Included in admission / 0131 334 9171
You better believe this is going to be one big party – Yang Guang, the zoo's male panda, hits double digits today.
- 09:00 – 17:00
Sat 24 Aug
Included in admission / 0131 334 9171
Not to be outdone by her enclosure pal, Tian Tian, the zoo's female panda, also gets special treats for her tenth birthday too.
- 09:00 – 17:00
Animal Buddies
Wander the museums in search of animal inspiration then create a wheeled wee friend to take home.
Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 529 4142
- 10:30 – 12:30
- 13:30 – 15:30
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
Holyrood Park Education Centre, Edinburgh (0.4 miles)
Mon 3 Jun
Free / 0131 652 8150
- 13:00 – 14:30
Mon 10 Jun
Free / 0131 652 8150
- 13:00 – 14:30
Mon 17 Jun
Free / 0131 652 8150
- 13:00 – 14:30
BabyLovesBeats!
New, lively dance class serving up your child's recommended daily allowance of reggaeton, dancehall, hip hop, house and urban sounds for a dance and play session for families. Suitable for under fives.
Calton Centre, Edinburgh (0.7 miles)
Sun 26 May
£3 per family / 07846 961257
- 13:00 – 14:00
Sun 23 Jun
£3 per family / 07846 961257
- 13:00 – 14:00
Sun 28 Jul
£3 per family / 07846 961257
- 13:00 – 14:00
Belly Babies (course)
Belly Babies is an innovative class for mums and babies, which explores music and dance from around the world. Connect with your baby and other new mums while engaging mind and body and strengthening core muscles which are often affected during pregnancy and birth. Please bring a sling to attach your baby onto your…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Wed 29 May
£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:30 – 14:30
Wed 5 Jun
£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:30 – 14:30
Wed 12 Jun
£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:30 – 14:30
Bio Blitz
Help scientists identify, count up and record all the animals on their checklist.
Edinburgh Zoo (4.2 miles)
Fri 14 Jun
£10 / 0131 334 9171
This evening the hunt is on for badgers, bats and moths. Ages 12+; under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Places limited.
- 20:00 – 23:00
Included in admission / 0131 334 9171
This weekend the menu includes mini-beast hunting (terrestrial invertebrate identification); pond dipping (aquatic invertebrate identification); plant identification; and mammal identification.
- 12:00 – 16:00
Sat 15 Jun
£20 (includes a bacon roll and zoo entry) / 0131 334 9171
This morning there's an Early Bird Breakfast and a chance to visit the zoo before opening to do a bird survey. Ages 12+; under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Places limited.
- 07:00 – 09:00
Included in admission / 0131 334 9171
This weekend the menu includes mini-beast hunting (terrestrial invertebrate identification); pond dipping (aquatic invertebrate identification); plant identification; and mammal identification.
- 10:00 – 12:00
Break Free S1 - S3
Take the next step in your breakin’ adventure! B-boying or b-girling (formerly called break dancing) was one of the first styles that developed under the umbrella of hip hop dance, and it is still one of the best known today. In this class we will further develop the skills you’ve learned in Break Free P4-P7…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Thu 23 May
£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Mon 27 May
£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Thu 30 May
£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Cameron House Youth Theatre
A theatre workshop for ages 12–18.
Cameron House, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Mon 27 May
£45 for 10-week term / 07944 757083
- 18:15 – 20:00
Mon 3 Jun
£45 for 10-week term / 07944 757083
- 18:15 – 20:00
Mon 10 Jun
£45 for 10-week term / 07944 757083
- 18:15 – 20:00
Capoeira Cordão de Ouro Scotland
The largest Capoeira group in the UK puts on lessons so you too can train your body and mind in the context of a friendly, welcoming group
Morningside Braid Church, Edinburgh (2.3 miles)
Mon 27 May
£6 (£5)
- 19:00 – 20:30
Tue 28 May
£6 (£5)
- 19:00 – 20:30
Mon 3 Jun
£6 (£5)
- 19:00 – 20:30
North Merchiston Club, Edinburgh (2.5 miles)
Thu 23 May
£6 (£5) / 0131 622 1757
- 19:00 – 21:00
Thu 30 May
£6 (£5) / 0131 622 1757
- 19:00 – 21:00
Thu 6 Jun
£6 (£5) / 0131 622 1757
- 19:00 – 21:00
Centenary Film Screenings
A number of documentaries and footage shot at the zoo over the years, to mark its centenary.
Edinburgh Zoo (4.2 miles)
Thu 23 May
Included in zoo admission / 0131 334 9171
- 11:00 – 15:00
Fri 24 May
Included in zoo admission / 0131 334 9171
- 11:00 – 15:00
Sat 25 May
Included in zoo admission / 0131 334 9171
- 11:00 – 15:00
Ciara Phillips: Early Gallery Goers Tour
An Early Gallery Goers Tour for kids aged 3–5 of the current Ciara Phillips exhibition; Geraldine Heaney and Katy Wilson introduce little ones to modern art and encourage debate and discussion. All children must be accompanied by an adult; babies are welcome, but confirm at time of booking. Booking is essential.
Inverleith House, Edinburgh (2.0 miles)
Wed 29 May
£5 per child (includes up to two adults free) / 0131 248 2971
- 11:00 – 11:45
Creative Dance
This class uses learning through play to help the children develop their co-ordination, balance, and awareness.Working together also encourages confidence and builds social skills in a relaxed and fun environment. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by an…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Sat 25 May
£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Sat 1 Jun
£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Sat 8 Jun
£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Creative Electric
Rehearsals/workshops in theatre, for young people and by young people.
The Bongo Club, Edinburgh (1.2 miles)
Tue 28 May
0131 558 8844
- 18:00
Tue 4 Jun
0131 558 8844
- 18:00
Tue 11 Jun
0131 558 8844
- 18:00
Crowns and Coronets
Make your own royal headgear from craft materials and explore the symbols of Scotland's royal heritage.
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)
Wed 7 Aug
Free / 0300 123 6789
- 10:30 – 12:30
Dance 'n' Play 1 (course)
We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working together as a group and in pairs with parents builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, whilst developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Wed 29 May
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 10:45 – 11:30
Wed 5 Jun
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 10:45 – 11:30
Wed 12 Jun
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 10:45 – 11:30
Dance 'n' Play 2 (course)
We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working together as a group and in pairs with parents builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, whilst developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! Wear comfortable loose…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Wed 29 May
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:45 – 12:30
Wed 5 Jun
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:45 – 12:30
Wed 12 Jun
£46 for the full course, £3.50 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:45 – 12:30
Dinosaur Zoo
Dinosaurs aren't extinct! They're just hiding out on the other side of the world. Erth's Dinosaur Zoo brings its Jurassic creations to Scotland with an opportunity for children to get right up close.
King's Theatre, Edinburgh (1.6 miles)
Fri 27 Sep
£13.50 (danger seats £16) / 0131 529 6000
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 on hand with advice for making the most of plant life in the city, focusing on organic and sustainable growing techniques.
Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh (2.0 miles)
Wed 19 Jun
Demonstration Garden
Free / 0131 248 2909
- 07:30 – 10:00
