Out of the Blue Drill Hall

Out of the Blue supports artists by providing them with workspace and selling opportunities, enabling them to work as artists, and to connect to the local community to pass their skills onto others.

About Out of the Blue Drill Hall

	36 Dalmeny Street, Leith EH6 8RG
	01315557100
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From its inception, Out of the Blue’s mission has been to provide opportunities for artists and other people who face barriers to creativity, to meet, work, participate, enjoy themselves, learn and develop skills and knowledge.

Out of the Blue has established a reputation as an independent, dynamic and innovative cultural social enterprise. Out of the Blue is one of Scotland’s leading community, cultural and arts development organisations working in partnership to provide economic, cultural, social and educational opportunities, to a significant number of people to make a real difference to their lives.

Out of the Blue Arts and Education Trust is a Company Limited by Guarantee with charitable status with two trading subsidiaries, The Bongo Club Ltd and Out of the Blue Productions.

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Upcoming Events at Out of the Blue Drill Hall

Shopping

Out of the Blue Flea Market

Selected dates between 30th August 2025 - 28th November 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall and find just what you never knew you needed as you browse 45+ stalls packed with pre-loved items!

Workshops

Granulated Earrings Workshop

20th September 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Learn how to make your own granulated earrings with Leith Jewellery Studios at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 20th September!

Workshops

Textured Silver Ring Workshop

20th September 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Come along to the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 20th September for a fun half day course with Leith Jewellery Studios where you'll make your own textured silver band ring!

Workshops

Finish Your Delayed Sewing Project Beautifully

23rd September 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Do you have an unfinished project? Complete your sewing with expert help from Remode Collective at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 23rd September!

Days Out

Doors Open Days: Out of the Blue Drill Hall

27th September 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

On Saturday 27th September, hourly tours will be running at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall from 11am until 1pm as part of Edinburgh Doors Open Days!

Exhibitions

The Art of Taking Up Space

30th September 2025 - 2nd October 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

The Art of Taking Up Space is an exhibition by young people in Edinburgh about youth mental health. Catch it at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

Workshops

Spinner Ring Workshop

4th October 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Make your own fashionable silver spinner ring with Leith Jewellery Studios at the Out of The Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 4th October!

Workshops

Drawing in the Autumn

Selected dates between 5th October 2025 - 9th November 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Join Drill Hall based artist Felicity Inkpen for a seasonal series of drawing workshops, suitable for beginners and more experienced artists alike!

Workshops

Viking Weave Pendant Necklace Workshop

25th October 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Learn how to double loop Viking Weave with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 25th October!

Workshops

Wax Ring Carving Workshop

1st November 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Create your own unique ring with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Saturday 1st November!

Workshops

Stacking Bangles Workshop

8th November 2025

Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Leith

Learn how to make 2 or 3 silver bangles with Leith Jewellery Studios on Saturday 8th November at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall.

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