Unicorn hats - Discover the tale of the unicorn and make your own unicorn inspired hat to wear as you explore the Palace.
Mini jousting - Did you know that jousting took place in the Palace forecourt hundreds of years ago? Find out more and have a go at our special unicorn mini jousting challenge.
Unicorn Family Trail - Collect your copy of this special activity trail and see if you can spot the unicorns in the Palace and grounds.
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READ MORETake inspiration from drawings in our latest exhibition Drawing the Italian Renaissance and join us for a special family drawing workshop.
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READ MOREThis Christmas, join Recitals for Wrigglers in the Great Gallery of the Palace of Holyroodhouse for a festive concert specially created for babies and toddlers.
READ MOREJoin our British Sign Language tour of the Drawing the Italian Renaissance exhibition at The King's Gallery, Edinburgh.
READ MOREVictoria Button, Royal Collection Trust’s Head of Paper Conservation, discusses her work in preparing drawings for presentation in Drawing The Italian Renaissance, on display at The King's Gallery.
READ MORETaking inspiration from Drawing the Italian Renaissance join us for a fun family yoga session full of movement, music, songs and stories. Suitable for children 16 months to 4 years old.
READ MOREJoin storyteller Claire McNicol as she explores tales inspired by drawings of the Italian Renaissance in an exciting interactive storytelling session.
READ MOREJoin Martin Clayton, Head of Prints and Drawings at Royal Collection Trust, for this lunchtime lecture as he discusses the vital role of patrons in the creation of Italian Renaissance art.
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Uncover the secrets of 17th-century medicine with a hands-on workshop led by an expert from his time: Dr Arnott, who examined his patients’ health by analysing urine’s colour, smell & TASTE!
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Whether it’s your office Christmas party or a festive get‑together, Apex Grassmarket brings together great food, fizz, and entertainment for an afternoon of unforgettable celebrations.
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This winter, step into our beautiful twinkling festive space and watch one of your favourite Christmas films here at Lost Shore!
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Join us at Lauriston Castle for our annual Christmas event where you can capture the magic of Christmas past!
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Snooker’s elite will return to the Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh in December for the BetVictor Scottish Open.
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Join us at The Tarbet on Friday 19th December for our Big Christmas Mad Friday Bash – all day long!
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Step back in time and experience the magic of Christmas in 18th century Edinburgh at The Georgian House!
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Still feeling festive? Join us Boxing Day for an all-day party with DJ and a touch of Karaoke from 7-11pm.
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Continue the festive fun with a day party fuelled by 90s & 00s bangers and Old Skool anthems, at Club Tropicana Edinburgh on Saturday 27th December!
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