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All or Nothing Aerial Dance Class for Children
Date	Location
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; ages 12–16 from 5pm. View full details
3 May–7 Jun Thu 4–5pm & 5–6pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Art Cart
Date	Location
Artist-led art activities for all the family, inspired each month by something different from the gallery collections. View full details
3 Jun 2pm 1 Jul 2pm	Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh

BabyCalm
Date	Location
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 is essential. View full details
31 May–21 Jun Thu 11.30am–1.30pm	Calton Centre, Edinburgh

Begonia
Date	Location
Explore the remarkable world of the beautiful and versatile begonia. Ages 5+. View full details
18 Aug–19 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Breakdance for Kids
Date	Location
Bust some moves with Step it Up Dance at a beginners taster breakdance sessions. Part of Leith Festival. View full details
8 Jun–15 Jun Fri 2–3pm	Leith Victoria Swim Centre, Edinburgh
11 Jun Mon 4–5pm & 5–6pm P1–3 from 4pm; P4–7 from 5pm.	Calton Centre, Edinburgh

CircuSkool
Date	Location
Run by Edinburgh-based fire troupe PyroCeltica, these workshops teach modern day circus skills including poi, juggling, diablo and unicycling. Under 16s welcomed if accompanied by an adult. View full details
13 May–29 Jul Sun 6–9pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Create: play@home
Date	Location
Fun, messy arts sessions for under 5s and their guardians. View full details
10 May–21 Jun Thu 10am–noon	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Creative Dance
Date	Location
Coordination and balance skills in these playful creative dance sessions. Ages 2–5. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 11am–noon	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dance 'n' Play 1
Date	Location
With Gemma Williams Toddlers We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working in pairs with parents and as a group builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, while developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! 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
18 Apr–20 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Dance 'n' Play 2
Date	Location
With Gemma Williams Toddlers We will use music, movement and props to help our mini dancers discover their budding potential. Working in pairs with parents and as a group builds confidence in a relaxed and fun environment, while developing skills including co-ordination, balance and awareness. Come and play! 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
18 Apr–20 Jun Wed 11.30am–12.15pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Demos and Sports at Plu
Date	Location
While kids enjoy sporty activities, ranging from cheerleading to teddy tennis, parents (and their little ones) can watch and participate in demos, including baby-led weaning and child first aid. Part of Plu Edinburgh. View full details
1 Jun–3 Jun Fri–Sun 10.30am–4.30pm	Leith Links, Edinburgh

Doodle and Splat
Date	Location
Creative, messy fun for children aged 1 to 2 1/2 years and their parents/carers. View full details
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 9.45–10.30am	Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church, Edinburgh
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 2.15–3pm	St Stephen's Church, Edinburgh
26 Apr–14 Jun Thu 10.45–11.30am	Craiglockhart Parish Church, Edinburgh

Doodle and Splat
Date	Location
Creative, messy fun for children aged 2 to 5 years and their parents/carers. View full details
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 10.45–11.30am	Mayfield Salisbury Parish Church, Edinburgh
25 Apr–13 Jun Wed 1.15–2pm	St Stephen's Church, Edinburgh
26 Apr–14 Jun Thu 10.45–11.30am	Craiglockhart Parish Church, 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 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 12–18s
Date	Location
A week of workshops for dramatic teens, led by site-specific theatre specialist Suzanne Lofthus from Cutting Edge Theatre. The group will work towards a performance entitled We’ve Missed the Boat, to be performed outdoors in Musselburgh at 6pm on Fri 27 Jul. View full details
23 Jul–27 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm	Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh

East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 5–7s
Date	Location
Fire up young imaginations with these three-day drama workshops for 5–7-year-olds. Choose from morning or afternoon sessions. View full details
17 Jul–19 Jul Tue–Thu 10.30am–noon & 1–2.30pm	Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh

East Lothian Youth Theatre Summer School: 8–12s
Date	Location
A week of drama classes, building up to a performance on the Brunton Theatre stage at the end of the week. View full details
30 Jul–3 Aug Mon–Fri 10am–4pm	Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh

Eco Arts
Date	Location
Arts and crafts session to see what can be created from recycled materials and learn about what can be done to save the environment. Ages 9–16 from 2pm; ages 6–9 from 3pm. View full details
1 Jun–8 Jun Fri 2–3pm & 3–4pm	WHALE Arts, 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

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

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

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

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

Locating the Nest: Printmaking and Poems Drop In
Date	Location
Writer Tom Pow and poet Hugh Bryden help participants interweave words and images to create a print of a nest. Ages 5+. View full details
2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Lyceum Youth Theatre: Discover
Date	Location
The Lyceum's creative learning team lead a fun drama session for ages 8–12. View full details
23 May–27 Jun Wed 4–5.30pm	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh
29 May–31 Jul Tue 4–5.30pm	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

LYT Play
Date	Location
Drama games, arts and crafts and lively activities. Ages 5–7. View full details
25 May–15 Jun Fri 2–3.30pm	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Magic School
Date	Location
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. Booking is essential. View full details and ticket info
2 Jul–6 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–12.30pm & 1.30–4pm	Scottish Book Trust, Edinburgh

Magic School One-Day Workshop
Date	Location
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. View full details and ticket info
30 Jun–1 Jul Sat & Sun 10am & 1.30pm	Scottish Book Trust, 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 funfair. Samba bands, fire performers, local primary schools football competition, a dog show and more add to the community-based vibe. View full details
2 Jun–3 Jun Times vary	The Meadows, Edinburgh

Mini French
Date	Location
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. View full details
23 May–20 Jun Wed 10–11am	Marchmont St Giles' Church, Edinburgh
24 May–21 Jun Thu 10.30–11.30am	Calton Centre, Edinburgh

Music Makers
Date	Location
Musical masterclasses for ages 9–14, where kids can develop their love for singing, playing instruments, writing songs, DJing and recording. Call to book a place. Booking is essential. View full details
30 May–27 Jun Wed 4–5.30pm	WHALE Arts, Edinburgh

Nature's Nests
Date	Location
A workshop encouraging you to explore the lives of birds by making your own nest. Ages 5+. View full details
21 Jul–22 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Robots Live!
Date	Location
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 chance to meet scientists and see how they're shaping our future, technological challenges and an interactive workshop. View full details and ticket info
17 Jun 10am	National Museum of Flight, North Berwick

Rugrat Rumpus
Date	Location
Music, props and movement at these sessions to get little dancers moving. For toddlers and their parents. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10–11am	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Saturday Arts
Date	Location
Fun arts and crafts sessions, including painting, drawing and creating, for ages 8–12. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10am–noon	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Saturday Dance
Date	Location
Hip hop, pop and contemporary dance sessions for ages 8–12. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10–10.45am	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Saturday SYT
Date	Location
Drama workshops for ages 11–14 teaching improvisation, character acting, voice and movement while working in groups to create a short piece of theatre together. View full details
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 12.15–2.15pm	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Scotland's National Airshow
Date	Location
Over two hours of high-octane aerial displays ranging from historic warbirds to contemporary military jets. There are also family activities and displays to enjoy. View full details and ticket info
28 Jul 10am	National Museum of Flight, North Berwick

Scottish Youth Theatre Summer Term: Early Years
Date	Location
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 5–7 from 11.30am. View full details
20 May–24 Jun Sun 10.15–11.15am & 11.30am–1pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Seventh Annual Summer Drama Project
Date	Location
Theatre course for kids with compulsory morning classes, then optional afternoon sessions to improve on improv, movement, mime, script-writing and more. The two week course builds towards a performance on the final day. Ages 10–17. View full details
2 Jul–13 Jul Mon–Sun 9.30am–12.30pm & 1.30–4.30pm	Southside Community Centre, Edinburgh

Skint Knees Drama Classes
Date	Location
Lively workshops for ages 8–10 led by experienced theatre practitioners. Includes games, improvisation, storytelling, voice and movement training and much more to keep young thesps busy. View full details
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 11.45am–1.45pm	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Sparrowhawk Weekend
Date	Location
Exhibition and family activities focusing on these amazing raptors. View full details
7 Jul–8 Jul Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Sparrowhawks at the Botanic
Date	Location
Learn more about the little predators and their lives in the big city. Ages 8+. View full details
13 Jun 5.30pm	Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Strange Town
Date	Location
Theatre courses for ages 11–14, incorporating drama games, improvisation and scriptwriting. View full details
25 Apr–20 Jun Wed 5–7pm 20 Apr–22 Jun Fri 3.30–5.30pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Strange Town
Date	Location
Theatre class for ages 14–18 incorporating drama games, improvisation and scriptwriting. View full details
24 Apr–19 Jun Tue 6–8pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Strange Town
Date	Location
Theatre class for ages 8–10, incorporating drama games, improvisation and scriptwriting. View full details
20 Apr–22 Jun Fri 2–3.30pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Street & Hip Hop
Date	Location
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. View full details
3 May–21 Jun Thu 4–5pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Street & Hip Hop P1 - P3
Date	Location
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 to impress your friends, this is a high energy introduction to street and hip hop. You’ll also have the opportunity to bring your own style to life! Wear comfortable, loose clothing and indoor trainers. Enrolment for this course closes on 28 April. Autumn term courses run from September and listings will be available in June Booking is essential. View full details
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 11am–noon	Thomas Morton Hall, Edinburgh

Street & Hip Hop S1-S3
Date	Location
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 to hip sounds old and new. No experience needed so come and join the fun! Wear comfortable, loose clothing and indoor trainers. Enrolment for this course closes on 28 April. Autumn term courses run from September and listings will be available in June Booking is essential. View full details
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 3–4pm	Dance Base, Edinburgh

Street Magic Masterclass
Date	Location
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 Festival. Booking is essential. View full details
1 Jul–2 Jul Mon & Sun 11.30am	Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Summer on Stage: Make a Scene
Date	Location
A four day performance course for ages 7–10, part of the Lyceum's incredibly popular range of summer holiday workshops. View full details
3 Jul–6 Jul To be confirmed	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer on Stage: Make it Happen – Costume and Make-up Course
Date	Location
Week-long course for wannabe wardrobe masters and mistresses and make-up artists aged 14–18. View full details
9 Jul–13 Jul To be confirmed	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer on Stage: Make it Happen – Technical Theatre Course
Date	Location
Two-week course for teenagers (ages 14–18) interested in the behind-the-scenes side of making a theatre show. View full details
9 Jul–21 Jul To be confirmed	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer on Stage: Working From a Script
Date	Location
Two-week summer course for ages 11–13 on script-based performance. View full details
9 Jul–21 Jul To be confirmed	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer on Stage: Working From a Script
Date	Location
Three-week text-based performance course for drama-mad teenagers. Ages 14–18. View full details
3 Jul–21 Jul To be confirmed	Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer Performance Course
Date	Location
Summer theatre course for ages 12–15. View full details and ticket info
23 Jul–4 Aug To be confirmed	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer Performance Course
Date	Location
One-week drama workshop for ages 8–11. View full details and ticket info
2 Jun–7 Jun To be confirmed	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Summer with StrangeTown
Date	Location
Work with actors, directors, writers, dancers and musicians to explore your creativity and create a play in just five days. A performance for family and friends takes place on the final day of the course at 3pm. Ages 11–14. View full details
9 Jul–13 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

Summer with StrangeTown
Date	Location
Work with actors, directors, writers, dancers and musicians to explore your creativity and create a play in just five days. A performance for family and friends takes place on the final day of the course at 3pm. Ages 8–10. View full details
2 Jul–6 Jul Mon–Fri 10am–4pm	Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh

A Treasured Paradise
Date	Location
An Iranian artist helps you to make a piece of visual art which then transforms into a small scented treasure box. Ages 5+. View full details
25 Aug–26 Aug Sat & Sun 1–4pm	John Hope Gateway Centre at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Wee Arts
Date	Location
Arts and crafts for ages 5–8 where they can paint, draw and create. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 10–10.45am	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Wee Dance
Date	Location
Little ones can take part in dance lessons that incorporate hip hop, pop and contemporary styles. Ages 5–8. View full details
5 May–23 Jun Sat 11–11.30am	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

Weekly Drama Classes
Date	Location
Scottish Youth Theatre put their expertise where their mouth is with their summer term of drama classes. Taught by professional tutors, each session explores aspects of drama such as storytelling, movement, creative play and improvisation. View full details
21 Apr–23 Jun To be confirmed	Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

Wiggle & Giggle 2
Date	Location
With Gemma Williams Preschool Incorporating music, props and mime, Wiggle & Giggle will bring out the little dancer within! This class will also help encourage confidence and working alongside other children in a fun and exciting environment. Wear comfortable, loose clothing and indoor trainers. View full details
21 Apr–23 Jun Sat 10.15–11am	Thomas Morton Hall, Edinburgh

Wiggle & Giggle
Date	Location
An energetic movement session to get toddlers and parent wiggling. Wear comfortable clothes. View full details
26 May–23 Jun Sat 9.30–10.15am	Thomas Morton Hall, 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
13 Oct–14 Oct Sat & Sun 1–4pm	Real Life Science Studio at Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh

Zoo Arts
Date	Location
Art club for kids aged 8–14 who want to get stuck into a range of creative activities, including sculpture, painting, drawing and crafts. View full details
9 May–20 Jun Wed 4–5.30pm	North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh

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