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Aerial skills for Children and Teens
Date	Location
Aerial skills classes including spins, swings and climbs on trapeze, ropes and silks, in six-week blocks offering a perfect release for the energies of Edinburgh's little monkeys. View full details
23 Feb–29 Mar Thu 4–6pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

All in a Spin!
Date	Location
Make a bright spinning top, inspired by the vintage designs from the museum. Best suited to ages 5 years and over. View full details
31 Mar Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh

The Attic
Date	Location
Grandma and Lucy go up to the attic where the memories are kept. Who knows what will happen once the dusty old boxes are opened? Ages 3–5. View full details
13 Mar 1.15pm	Brunton Theatre, 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. View full details
19 Feb 2pm	Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art One, Edinburgh

Bank of Scotland Imaginate Festival
Date	Location
Its core market ranges from babies to teenagers, but Imaginate reaches out to anyone with a taste for world-class theatre. Bringing together the best of Scottish work for young audiences and the most ground-breaking productions from abroad, the festival believes children deserve to be entertained as much as the rest of us. It means that instead of expecting heavy morals and laboured educational messages, you should look out for unbounded theatrical imagination. View full details
7 May–14 May Times vary	Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Barnardo's Young Supporters' Concert
Date	Location
Fundraising concert for Barnardo's featuring choirs and soloists from 13 local schools and a programme covering classical, Gaelic and pop melodies. View full details and ticket info
23 Feb 6.30pm	Usher Hall, Edinburgh

The Beasts Within Us
Date	Location
There are tiny parasites that we can carry around inside us and which can make changes in our behaviour! They're called toxoplasma. Learn all about these cheeky wee devils, and why you should always wash your hands thoroughly after changing the cat's litter, in this interactive exhibit. Ages 5+. View full details
5 May–6 May Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Begonia
Date	Location
Explore the remarkable world of the beautiful and versatile begonia. View full details
18 Aug–19 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

The Blackwell Children's Book Group
Date	Location
An hour of friendly chat about books for 8–11 year olds, every month. View full details
20 Feb 5.45pm	Blackwells, Edinburgh

Bug Busters
Date	Location
Discover the amazing world of the immune system and find out how your body fights disease. Ages 5+. View full details
14 Apr–15 Apr Sat & Sun 10.30am–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Cadbury Easter Egg Trail
Date	Location
Children's entertainment and a trail with chocolate eggs to be won at the end. View full details
6 Apr–9 Apr Mon & Fri–Sun 10am–4.30pm	Georgian House, Edinburgh
6 Apr–9 Apr Mon & Fri–Sun 10am–4.30pm	Gladstone's Land, Edinburgh
6 Apr–9 Apr Mon & Fri–Sun noon–4pm	Newhailes, Musselburgh

Caddie Capers
Date	Location
A fun-filled session of storytelling which takes you back to Georgian Edinburgh. Ages 5+. View full details
16 Feb–17 Feb Thu & Fri 11am & 2pm	Portrait Gallery at Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Children's Spring Flower Show
Date	Location
In association with the Royal Caledonian Horticultural Society, a children's eco-daffodil competition is part of this flower show, featuring floral displays and lots of hands-on activities. View full details
24 Mar–25 Mar Sat & Sun 11am–5pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Cold War Experience
Date	Location
A little light historical fun for the February holidays as the National Museum of Flight takes you back 50 years to the time of the Cuban Missile Crisis to experience daily life during the Cold War. View full details
11 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 10am–5pm	National Museum of Flight, North Berwick

Creative Dance
Date	Location
With Claricia Kruithof/Gemma Williams Preschool 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 adult. Adults are encouraged to take their shoes and socks off and join in! View full details
11 Feb–17 Mar Sat 11am–noon	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dads Rock
Date	Location
Playgroup for dads and their kids aged 0–4, with games, creative bits and bobs, snacks, stories and 'rocking out'. View full details
11 Feb–28 Apr Sat 10–11.30am	Gate 55, Edinburgh

Dance 'n' Play
Date	Location
With Claricia Kruithof/Gemma Williams Toddlers Turn up and play! In this class we will use music and movement to develop our creative skills and awareness. The class will offer a variety of playful approaches to dance. Themes vary from week to week and group suggestions will be encouraged. Bring your parents too! 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… View full details
8 Feb–21 Mar Wed 10.45–11.30am	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dance 'n' Play 2
Date	Location
With Claricia Kruithof or Gemma Williams Toddlers Turn up and play! In this class we will use music and movement to develop our creative skills and awareness. The class will offer a variety of playful approaches to dance. Themes vary from week to week and group suggestions will be encouraged. Bring your parents too! 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… View full details
8 Feb–21 Mar Wed 11.45am–12.30pm	Dance Base, 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 John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Eco Week
Date	Location
Practical and fun activities for kids aimed at raising awareness of ways to help the environment. Activities include building a recycled zoo and making a garden bird feeder. View full details
13 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 11am–3.30pm	Edinburgh Zoo, 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

Edinburgh International Science Festival
Date	Location
The world's first celebration of science and technology has been going for 23 years, and is one of the largest science festivals in Europe. The programme seeks to bring science alive for children but also, more unusually, for adults. Hands-on activities typically include interactive exhibitions, experiments, gadgets and workshops – which last year involved magnetic nanosludge, dancing custard and other wonders. Talks for adults cover science in all its forms, as well as the points where it… View full details
30 Mar–13 Apr Times vary	Edinburgh, 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
13 Feb–17 Feb Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm 2 Apr–6 Apr Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm 9 Apr–13 Apr Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm	Gorgie City Farm, Edinburgh

Fascinating Mummies: Unwrap a Mummy
Date	Location
Combine ancient history with detective work and unwrap a mummy to find out how they died. Ages 7+. Half-hourly sessions lasting 45 minutes are available throughout each day. View full details
11 Feb–19 Feb Mon–Sun 10.30am–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

Funnybones
Date	Location
Puppet Lab present Janet and Allan Ahlberg's fun story of three skeletons: one big, one little and a wee dog. Ideal for children aged 3–7 years. View full details
24 Mar 2pm	Brunton Theatre, 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 John Hope Gateway Centre, 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 John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

Greyfriars Bobby
Date	Location
Poppy Brown tells the story of the loyal wee dug, with the help of a few puppets. Ages 4–8. View full details
16 Feb 11am	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Happy Ears
Date	Location
Music group for dads and male carers and their 0–18-month-olds, giving mum the chance for a quiet lie in. View full details
18 Feb 10am 3 Mar 10am 17 Mar 10am 31 Mar 10am 14 Apr 10am 28 Apr 10am	Calton Centre, 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
19 Feb 10.30am 18 Mar 10.30am 15 Apr 10.30am	Meadowbank Sports Centre, 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 parade packed with puppets, bands and dancers. Gather on The Links afterwards, whatever the weather, to munch burgers and listen to some funky tunes. View full details
9 Jun To be confirmed	Leith Links, Edinburgh

LGBT Families Day: Storytelling for Children
Date	Location
An event open to all children (not just those from LGBT families) aged 5–8, with stories exploring the diverse types of LGBT family in a child-friendly way. Part of LGBT History Month. View full details
18 Feb 2pm	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

The Lion King
Date	Location
The first Disney animated feature to be based on an original story rather than a traditional folk or fairy tale, The Lion King retains all of the studio's markers: impeccable animation, jolly songs, colourful characters and a strong moral guideline. Solid family fare. View full details and ticket info
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LYT Play
Date	Location
Drama games, arts and crafts and lively activities. Ages 5–7. View full details
24 Feb–16 Mar Fri 2–3.30pm Block 2.	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
27 Apr–18 May Fri 2–3.30pm Block 3.	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
25 May–15 Jun Fri 2–3.30pm	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Make Your Face Famous
Date	Location
Draw a self-portrait, which will be part of Face Britain’s world record attempt to make the world’s biggest online gallery of self-portraits. The self-portraits will then become part of a special picture of Her Majesty The Queen, which will be projected on to Buckingham Palace to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympic games. Ages 4–16. View full details
14 Feb–17 Feb Tue–Fri 11am–3pm	Palace of Holyroodhouse, 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 fun fair. Samba bands, fire performers, a dog show and more add to the community-based vibe. View full details
2 Jun Times vary	The Meadows, Edinburgh

Meet the Ancestors: Rebellious Rogues and Drama Queens
Date	Location
Discover the world of the Stuarts, using costumes, props and your imagination. Ages 3–12. View full details
26 Feb 2pm	Portrait Gallery at Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

Mrs Doig's City of Genius
Date	Location
Mrs Doig open the lid on the dirty laundry of the Edinburgh Enlightenment, and tells you how to conduct yourself around philosophers. View full details
18 Feb Sat 11am, noon, 2pm & 3pm	Portrait Gallery at Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh

National Costumes from Across the World
Date	Location
Make a wardrobe of costumes for a special paper doll, inspired by the museum's own doll collection. Ages 5+. View full details
25 Feb Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh

Nature Nippers
Date	Location
A chance for the under 5s to explore the natural world, with things to make and games to play. Wellies and warm waterproof clothes are a must, and children must be accompanied by an adult (adults enter free). View full details
1 Mar 10am 5 Apr 10am	Newhailes, Musselburgh
3 May 10am	Inveresk Lodge Garden, Musselburgh

Peppa Pig's Treasure Hunt
Date	Location
Join Peppa, Goerge and Danny Dog in a treasure hunt on Grandad Dog's boat. This brand new show features puppets, songs and a brand new story. View full details and ticket info
4 Jul–5 Jul Wed & Thu 10am & 1pm	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Political Campaign Materials
Date	Location
Workshop for all ages on the different aspects of campaigning, with the chance to make badges, rosettes and banners. View full details
18 Feb Sat 10.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–3.30pm	Museum of Edinburgh, Edinburgh

Puss in Boots
Date	Location
Puss (Banderas) and Humpty Dumpty (Galifianakis) attempt to steal magic beans from Jack and Jill, with Hayek as feline accomplice Kitty Softpaws. Given the slackening quality of the Shrek franchise, the surprise is that this imaginative romp was one of the 2011's best animated family films. View full details
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Queen Victoria Visits the Castle
Date	Location
Queen Victoria pays a return visit to Edinburgh Castle (her last was in 1886). Find out what she makes of it now at this living history event, which takes place in the Great Hall. View full details
17 Mar–18 Mar Sat & Sun 10.30am–1pm & 1.45–3.45pm	Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Rugrat Rumpus
Date	Location
With Claricia Kruithof / Gemma Williams Toddlers In this class we will use music, props and movement to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working both as a group and together with parents increases confidence in a fun and relaxed environment. Let the rumpus begin! 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
11 Feb–17 Mar Sat 10–11am	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Sea stories and songs from Scotland
Date	Location
Two sessions of song and storytelling for kids, with ages 10 and under at 2pm and 10+ at 3pm. Singer/storyteller Lea Taylor and clarsach player/storyteller Heather Yule provide songs and stories from the Highlands and Islands. View full details
11 Mar Sun 2–3pm & 3–4pm	Patrick Geddes Room at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

The Singing Kettle: Shake, Rattle and Roll
Date	Location
Join Cilla, Archie, Gary and Kevin to make a right old racket – bang on a homemade instrument to accompany all the old favourites like ' Music Man' and 'Ants Went Marching'. View full details
3 Jun Sun noon & 3pm	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Spring has Sprung
Date	Location
A guided walk to discover some amazing spring wildlife. Ages 8-12. View full details
10 Apr 11am	Newhailes, Musselburgh

Street & Hip Hop
Date	Location
With Emma Park. Ages 7-12yrs Each week we will focus on a different hip hop style and dance to the music that influences it so whether you want to be poppin, lockin or just generally busting a move this is the class for you. The most important part of hip hop culture is the expression of self so every move will be offered with a series of variations to suit everyone, all you need to bring is your own flavour to add to pot! Wear loose, comfortable clothing and indoor trainers. *Please… View full details
9 Feb–22 Mar Thu 4–5pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

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

The Three Billy Goats Gruff and Other Tails
Date	Location
Beautifully crafted puppets and charming silliness in this fairytale mash-up of things that come in threes (there's a lot of them), from Kidglove Puppets. Ages 3+. View full details
3 Mar 2pm	Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, Glasgow

Through the Eyes of Lister
Date	Location
Microscope workshops suitable for all ages to tie in with the current exhibition about the pioneering scientist Joseph Lister. View full details
13 Feb–17 Feb Mon, Wed & Fri 1–4pm	Surgeons' Hall Museum, Edinburgh

Tiddler and Other Terrific Tales
Date	Location
Brand new show from award-winning Scamp Theatre (Stick Man). Adapted from the bestselling books written by Children’s Laureate Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler (creators of The Gruffalo). A magical collection of Julia Donaldson’s most popular titles including Tiddler, The Smartest Giant in Town and A Squash and a Squeeze, brought to the stage spectacularly by the team that brought you Aesop’s Fables, Stick Man and Private Peaceful. Under sea, over land, on the farm and in the… View full details and ticket info (Edinburgh Festival Guide)
2 Aug–3 Aug Thu & Fri 11.15am–12.15pm 4 Aug–27 Aug Mon–Sun 11.15am–12.15pm	Underbelly Bristo Square, Edinburgh

Vicky Campbell: Viking Gold
Date	Location
Vicky Campbell reads from her gory action adventure, Viking Gold, and talks about life in the Dark Ages. Ages 10+. View full details
15 Mar 6.30pm	Central Library, Edinburgh

White
Date	Location
Charmingly surreal show for toddlers by Andy Manley about a dazzling and intriguing world where everything is white. Ages 0–4. View full details
11 Apr–14 Apr Wed–Sat 10.20am & 1.30pm	Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh

Wild and Wonderful World of Scottish Plants
Date	Location
Explore the plants, mosses, lichens and fungi that make up the flora of Scotland. Ages 5+. View full details
17 Mar–18 Mar Sat & Sun 1–4pm 13 Oct–14 Oct Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at John Hope Gateway Centre, Edinburgh

You and Me … to the Sea!
Date	Location
Meet fishermen, selkies and all sorts of undersea creatures at this session of stories and songs from Lea Taylor and Heather Yule. Ages 7+. View full details
17 Feb 10.30am	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Youth Music Theatre UK National Auditions
Date	Location
A workshop in musical theatre led by three staff from Youth Music Theatre UK, who will be picking out promising youngsters to star in a range of new productions. View full details and ticket info
15 Feb Wed 9.30am & 12.15pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

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