July
Free or low-cost activities and support for families during the holidays. If you know of any other running activities, please let us know.
wholefamilywellbeing@edinburgh.gov.uk
Morning Makers
Join for a burst of creative energy and some hands on fun for all the family. Each week brings a different firefighting inspired craft to enjoy from 10am to 12pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout July at
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WEe Grow Arts
Get out into the garden, meet new people and enjoy some fun and play. Sessions may include music, storytelling, sensory play, creative arts, meaningful conversation. For children aged nought to five years old and their parents/carers with Tea and snacks provided. The sessions are running on Saturdays from the 4 to 25 of July at
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Cloudy Crafts and Rainbow Rhymes
Free summer drop in sessions on the theme of rain and weather, inspired by the National Library of Scotland’s new exhibition, 'Rain'. As well as books and stories on a weather theme, there will be related crafts and creative activities suitable for children aged six to 10 year olds. The sessions are on Wednesdays from the 8 to 29 July from 1.30pm to 2.30pm at
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Holyrood Family Adventure
Discover Holyrood’s wildlife and volcanic landscape with fun family friendly activities on Wednesday 29 July from 1pm to 3pm at
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Summer Holiday Camp
Edinburgh lesiure are hosting a free summer holiday camp, 2 weeks full of fun, games and activites. Perfect for children aged five to 11 years old. Lunch is included every day! The event is running on Monday to Friday on Monday 20 July to Friday 31 July from 9am to 3pm at
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Splash!
Grab your wellies and splash in the river. Hunt for the animals that call the river home. The event is run for children aged six years and under and costs £5.00 per child and will run Thursday 23 July from 10am to 11.30am at
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Physicians’ Gallery Free Drop in Activities
Get involved in fun activities while learning about health, medicine, science and history. As well as drop-in activities, the Physicians’ Gallery has a children’s medical library, colouring in, worksheets and a dressing-up station available every day. All ages welcome.
The sessions is on Thursday 23rd July from 11am to 2pm at
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Summer storytelling and crafts
Join Dougie McKay for nature stories and crafts in the woods on Friday 24 July from 1pm to 3.30pm at
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MycoKids with Vii
Join Vii for a fun and hands on introduction to the fascinating world of fungi. This family friendly session is designed for children and parents to explore nature together through engaging, outdoor activities. This event requires online sign up with a minimum donation of £1.00. The session is on Friday 24 July from 2pm to 3pm at
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Summer Fair
The Inch Community Association is hosting a free summer fair and everyone is welcome. Come along for the Cafe, bouncy castle, children’s activities, ice cream van, face painting, market stalls and more. The event is on Saturday 25 July from 10.30am to 1pm at
Family Fun Day at Currie Bowling Club
Come along to Currie Bowling Club for a family fun day filled with lots of different things to do like target bowls and Tombola. Bring your friends and family, see what facilities the club has while having a fun filled day. The event is on Saturday 25 July from 12pm to 5pm at
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Sandy’s Mini Festival
Enjoy free live music, world foods, a tombola, bouncy castle and more on Saturday 25 July from 11am at
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sandyscommunitycentre@gmail.com.
Big Nature Drawathon
Join Granton Hub to get drawing and painting, bring in any nature themed art you'd like to add to the celebration. Big or little, real or imaginary, let your imagination loose. There will be a series of activities on Saturday 25 July from 10.30am to 3.30pm and an exhibition of work on Sunday 26 July from 2pm to 4pm at
Granton Park Avenue
Edinburgh
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Picnic in the park
Come along to Harrison park for a picnic, connect with others in the park by sharing a picnic. Free drop in activities, music and more. The session is on Saturday 25 July from 12pm to 3pm at
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Frozen Sing-a-long Dress Rehearsal
Support the King’s Theatre and come along to their dress rehearsal screening of the sing-a-long version of Frozen, a stunning big-screen comedy-adventure. Tickets cost £5.00 for adults and £2.00 for children. The show is on Saturday 25 July from 2.30pm at
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Diary of a Disciple
Join Cornerstone Church community for crafts, bible stories and games aimed for children in primary school on Monday 27 to Wednesday 29 July from 9.30am to 12pm at
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Creative Arts
Creative art drop in suitable for children aged three to 10 years and must be accompanied by an adult. The session is on Tuesday 28 July from 11am to 12pm at
Paper Making
Learn how to make your own paper using recycled materials. Explore simple techniques to create textures, designs and images on your handmade sheets. For young people aged 12 to 16 years. The session is on Tuesday 28 July from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at
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WHALE Arts Sound Stage Tour
Join WHALE Arts on a small group visit to an Edinburgh-based Sound Stage where sound is recorded for films, TV and advertisements. Go behind the scenes and learn more about one of the most important parts of the entertainment industry. For young people aged 12 to 16 years. The tour is on Wednesday 29 July from 9am to 2pm.
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Family Sports Day
Lauriston Castle and Gardens are holding a family sports day in celebration of the Glasgow commonwealth games for children aged five years and older. You will even get the chance to make your own medal to take home. Tickets cost £7 and children must be accompanied by paying adults. The session is on Wednesday 29 July at
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Summer Picnic Lunchtime Plug-in
Join community for a cheerful gathering filled with laughter, food, and summer vibes! Picnic and various activities will be provided. The event will take place on Thursday 30 July starting at 11am at
For more information phone Marina on
07436 379 806
Meadowbank Free Sports Taster Sessions
Edinburgh Leisure will celebrate the Commonwealth games returning to Scotland with a free sports taster sessions in gymnastics, basketball and Athletics for children aged five to 12 years old. The sessions are running on Thursday 30 July at
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Trash to Treasure
Children aged five to 10 years old can explore why litter is bad for the river and its wildlife and what you can do to prevent it. Get creative transforming trash to treasure boats and have a race to see whose boat floats best and fastest. Tickets cost £7 per child with accompanying adults free. The session is on Thursday 30 July from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at
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Woodland musical instruments
Making simple instruments from natural materials in the woodland on Friday 31 July from 1pm to 3.30pm at
Booking is essential.
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Drumbrae Free Sports Taster Sessions
Edinburgh Leisure to celebrate the Commonwealth games returning to Scotland are holding free sports taster sessions in Judo, Netball and Swimming for children aged five to 12 years old. The sessions are running on Friday 31 July at
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