Kids, Workshops

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African Drum Village

Scotland's only festival dedicated to drumming, with African beats echoing around the landscape of Glenisla. With the emphasis on friendly, relaxed fun, workshops are provided for all the family to learn how to sing, play and dance African style.

Various venues: Glenisla

Tue 30 Jul

Times & prices vary

Wed 31 Jul

Times & prices vary

Thu 1 Aug

Times & prices vary

…and 2 more dates until 3 Aug

Art Workshop for Children

A fine artist leads kids through a fun and messy art-filled afternoon.

Victoria, Edinburgh

Sat 6 Jul

Prices to be confirmed / 0131 555 1638

  • 13:00 – 14:00

Mon 15 Jul

Prices to be confirmed / 0131 555 1638

For this week-long summer block of workshops, Julie Dawson takes the reigns.

  • 14:00 – 16:00

Tue 16 Jul

Prices to be confirmed / 0131 555 1638

For this week-long summer block of workshops, Julie Dawson takes the reigns.

  • 14:00 – 16:00
…and 8 more dates until 7 Dec

Christmas Time

A fusion of Santa and science in this exploration of the starry sky. Suitable for ages 3–5 years.

Glasgow Science Centre

Sun 22 Dec

Included in admission (plus one accompanying adult free) / 0141 420 5000

  • 10:00 – 14:00

Big Top Youth Theatre Festival

A series of student performances and workshops held by professionals, available to aspiring actors and writers.

The Junction, Cambridge

Sat 22 Jun

J2

Free / 01223 511511

  • 09:30

Cameron House Youth Theatre

A theatre workshop for ages 12–18.

Cameron House, Edinburgh

Mon 24 Jun

£45 for 10-week term / 07944 757083

  • 18:15 – 20:00
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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

Tue 18 Jun

£6 (£5)

  • 19:00 – 20:30

Mon 24 Jun

£6 (£5)

  • 19:00 – 20:30

Tue 25 Jun

£6 (£5)

  • 19:00 – 20:30
…and 54 more dates until 31 Dec

North Merchiston Club, Edinburgh

Thu 20 Jun

£6 (£5) / 0131 622 1757

  • 19:00 – 21:00

Thu 27 Jun

£6 (£5) / 0131 622 1757

  • 19:00 – 21:00

Thu 4 Jul

£6 (£5) / 0131 622 1757

  • 19:00 – 21:00
…and 24 more dates until 19 Dec

Creative Electric

Rehearsals/workshops in theatre, for young people and by young people.

The Bongo Club, Edinburgh

Tue 18 Jun

Free / 0131 558 8844

  • 18:00

Tue 25 Jun

Free / 0131 558 8844

  • 18:00

Tue 2 Jul

Free / 0131 558 8844

  • 18:00

Tue 9 Jul

Free / 0131 558 8844

  • 18:00

Acting Up Drama Workshops

Fun drama workshops aimed at building confidence and creativity and leading towards an annual performance devised by the kids themselves. Children with additional needs from 10.30am; ages 4–9 from 11am; another block from 1pm for ages 8–12 and ages 13–18 from 2.30pm.

CCA, Glasgow

Sat 22 Jun

Prices vary / 07974 270053

  • 10:30 – 16:00

Sat 10 Aug

£55–£65 for eight weeks (£6 for trial session) / 07974 270053

  • 10:30 – 16:00

Sat 17 Aug

£55–£65 for eight weeks (£6 for trial session) / 07974 270053

  • 10:30 – 16:00
…and 6 more dates until 28 Sep

Alice in Barrlands Summer Panto

Get a unique peak behind the scenes at this five day musical theatre course. Ages 8–16. Performance on 2 Aug at 3pm.

King's Theatre, Glasgow

Mon 29 Jul

£130 for five days / 0844 871 7648

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Tue 30 Jul

£130 for five days / 0844 871 7648

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Wed 31 Jul

£130 for five days / 0844 871 7648

  • 10:00 – 16:00
…and 2 more dates until 2 Aug

Alice in Barrlands Summer School

Whether you prefer to be on stage or behind the scenes, this summer panto workshop takes you through everything you need to know about working with other youngsters in the theatre to create a performance of Alice in Barrlands. Ages 8–16.

King's Theatre, Glasgow

Fri 2 Aug

£6 / 0844 871 7648

Performance on Fri 2 at 3pm.

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Art in the Park

Forage for art and craft material from the area around the park. Booking is essential.

Muirshiel Visitor Centre, Near Lochwinnoch

Tue 6 Aug

Free / 01505 842803

  • 13:30 – 15:00

Bats, Beasties and Buried Treasure

Activities for the whole family to enjoy with everything from archaeological digs to bat walks.

Hamiltonhill Clay Pits, Glasgow

Sat 29 Jun

Free / 0141 237 9144

  • 12:00 – 16:00

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

Wed 19 Jun

£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525

  • 13:30 – 14:30

Wed 26 Jun

£46 for the full course, £4 per week drop-in (Free) / 0131 225 5525

  • 13:30 – 14:30

Bird Feeders

Make your very own bird feeder for your garden.

Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, by Broxburn

Sun 17 Nov

£2.60 per feeder / 01506 882254

  • 14:00 – 15:30

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

Thu 20 Jun

£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525

  • 16:30 – 17:30

Mon 24 Jun

£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525

  • 16:30 – 17:30

Thu 27 Jun

£46 for the full course (Free) / 0131 225 5525

  • 16:30 – 17:30
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Broom Making

Learn how to make your own broomstick just in time for Hallowe'en. (No guarantee it will actually fly). Booking is essential.

Polkemmet Park Centre, West Lothian

Sat 26 Oct

£2.28

  • 14:00 – 15:30

Sun 27 Oct

£2.28

  • 14:00 – 15:30

Build a Bird Box

Build a des res for your feathered friends. Suitable for all ages.

Beecraigs Country Park, nr Linlithgow

Sun 6 Oct

£4.65 per bird box / 01506 844516

  • 14:00 – 15:00

Bushcraft in the Bay

Learn to live off the land, build a shelter, make fire and forage for food. Please wear appropriate clothing. Children must be accompanied. Booking is essential.

WDCS Scottish Dolphin Centre, Fochabers

Fri 26 Jul

£2 per child / 01343 820339

  • 14:00 – 16:30

Fri 16 Aug

£2 per child / 01343 820339

  • 14:00 – 16:30

Bushcraft Skills

Learn how to light fires and other basic survival and camping skills.

Greenock Cut Visitor Centre, Near Inverkip

Sun 11 Aug

Free / 01475 521458

  • 13:00 – 15:00

Catch the Bug!

Learn more about creepy crawlies on this bug spotting bonanza for National Insect Week.

Patterton Train Station Car Park

Sat 29 Jun

Free

  • 14:00 – 16:00
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Children's Workshops

Kids can get into the spirit of the festival with some fun workshops.

The Mall Howgate, Falkirk

Fri 19 Jul

Times & prices to be confirmed / 01324 631 985

Part of Funny in Falkirk.

Sat 20 Jul

Times & prices to be confirmed / 01324 631 985

Part of Funny in Falkirk.

Clay Critters

Gill Brandon-Turner from Beautiful Baboon presents this fun workshop where you can make your own clay critter. Make dinosaurs, flowers, fish or whatever you want using the hand-cut decorating clays, paints and materials.

Mount Stuart House and Gardens, Isle of Bute

Sat 22 Jun

Small fee to cover materials / 01700 503877

  • 11:00 – 16:00

Craft Sessions

Create your own crafty items at these workshops. Booking is essential.

Mugdock Country Park, Milngavie

Tue 30 Jul

£10 / 07763 690545

Learn how to make a felt flower with Mugdock Makker Lynn Ramsbottom. Ages 14+.

  • 13:00 – 16:00

Wed 31 Jul

£25 / 07763 690545

Eric Large from Mugdock Makkers demonstrates the art at woodturning. Make your own pen to take home. Safety gear supplied.

  • 11:00 – 16:00

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

Sat 22 Jun

£4 (Free) / 0131 225 5525

  • 11:00 – 12:00

Creative Writing Workshop

A relaxing couple of days to let your imagination run wild and learn a bit more about the creative writing process. Ages 5–16.

St Donats Arts Centre, Llantwit Major

Mon 26 Aug

£30 for two days / 01446 799100

  • 10:00 – 16:00

Tue 27 Aug

£30 for two days / 01446 799100

  • 10:00 – 16:00
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