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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

Edinburgh Schools Film Competition: Primary
Date	Location
The youngest filmmakers in our 2012 programme: budding artists from Edinburgh's primary schools show their perspective on life, in a colourful and inspiring showcase. View full details and ticket info
23 Jun 11.30am Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival: Special Events	Filmhouse, Edinburgh

Edinburgh Schools Film Competition: Secondary
Date	Location
Don't some of your most intense memories date from your time at 'big school'? Here, we see things through the eyes of Edinburgh's secondary school pupils – spot the new filmmakers of the future here. View full details and ticket info
24 Jun 11.30am Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival: Special Events	Filmhouse, Edinburgh

The Elf of Glen Fern
Date	Location
A show for kids telling the tale of a brownie (a helpful elf) with colourful fabric puppets. Ages 3–6. Part of Plu Edinburgh. View full details
1 Jun 1.30pm	Leith Links, Edinburgh

An Evening With Christopher Paolini
Date	Location
A rare visit to the UK for the fantasy author. He discusses and signs copies of Inheritance, the final book in the heavily Tolkein-inspired Inheritance Cycle series. View full details
11 Jun 6.30pm	Waterstone's West End, 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

Family Shorts
Date	Location
Small films to delight small people … and grown ups too! Short films are a wonderful introduction for all ages to world cinema. There are beautifully animated adventures to make us laugh and learn about friendship, whether it’s with a favourite dog, a beloved older brother or the moon. There are also magical stories to transport us from the city to the sea and even to the beginning of time. Suitable for ages 8+. View full details and ticket info
1 Jul 3.15pm 30 Jun Noon Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival: Shorts	Filmhouse, 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

Fathers' Day Network
Date	Location
A day of interactive storytelling and workshops on storytelling for children and dads, and art works and poems celebrating parental bonds. View full details
16 Jun 11am	Scottish Storytelling Centre, 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

Fischy Music
Date	Location
Sing-along songs, fun and games for kids. Ages 3+. Part of Plu Edinburgh. View full details
2 Jun 3pm	Leith Links, 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

Fringe by the Sea
Date	Location
North Berwick's multi-arts festival is intended as a less intense arm of Edinburgh's August extravaganza. Those who take the short journey out of the city can enjoy musical performances, book readings, kids' events, theatre shows and more, all against the backdrop of beautiful coastline and sea air, and without the hustle and bustle of the Royal Mile. Musical highlights in 2011 included Rachel Sermanni, Eddi Reader and Jake Cogan. View full details
6 Aug–12 Aug Times vary	North Berwick, North Berwick

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

Gattu
Date	Location
A charming and intriguing kids’ film from India. Gattu is an orphan, being raised as an apprentice, but he can’t concentrate on his work because he’s obsessed with kite-flying, and in particular with defeating the mysterious Kali, whose black kite rules the skies. To keep his supply of kites, Gattu is prepared to steal, lie – and even go to school, if absolutely necessary … View full details and ticket info
21 Jun 5.45pm 22 Jun 6pm Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival: New Perspectives	Filmhouse, 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 Melting Pot
Date	Location
Budding comedy writers from the past eight years hand over their material to a young bunch of thesps from the Lyceum Youth Theatre who'll bring sketches and skits to life on stage. View full details
3 Jun 4.30pm	The Stand, 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

Just So Stories
Date	Location
Newbury Youth Theatre. NYT return with a new adaptation of Kipling's best-loved tales. Proving to be one of the leading ensemble companies in the UK, they use magic, live music and rambunctious storytelling to create enchanting productions for all ages. They have performed at the Fringe for over 15 years, consistently garnering incredible reviews. 'An exceptional young group who consistently produce terrific work' (Scotsman, 2011). 'Newbury Youth Theatre is an exciting dynamic young company… View full details and ticket info (Edinburgh Festival Guide)
6 Aug–7 Aug Mon & Tue 2.30–3.30pm Two-for-one ticket offer available.	Quaker Meeting House, Edinburgh
8 Aug–11 Aug Wed–Sat 2.30–3.30pm	Quaker Meeting House, 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

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