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Active events in Edinburgh

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Events in Edinburgh

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

1st January 2024 - 31st December 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!

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Arthur’s Secrets

Selected dates between 14th January 2025 - 25th March 2025

Come along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

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Portobello Health Walk

Selected dates between 10th February 2025 - 15th December 2025
Portobello

Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Portobello. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!

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Groove Back & Reggaeton Saturday Dance Classes

Selected dates between 15th February 2025 - 31st May 2025

Ready to reignite your passion for dance? The Groove Back and Reggaeton Saturday classes at Blazin Studio are here to help you do just that!

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Spring Equinox Awakening

15th March 2025 - 16th March 2025

The Leddie, Aberlady’s boutique hotel and restaurant, is hosting its first-ever wellness retreat, Spring Equinox Awakening on Saturday 15th to Sunday 16th March.

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Zumba with Leila - Free Taster Class

Selected dates between 28th March 2025 - 4th April 2025

Come join Leila for a fun and energetic free taster Zumba class at South Leith Parish Church Hall!

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Easter Camps At ESMS School

31st March 2025 - 11th April 2025

Calling all young adventurers! Get ready for the ultimate holiday escape at ESMS Mary Erskine’s this Easter!

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Easter Camps At St Georges

7th April 2025 - 18th April 2025

School's out so come and join The Wild Outdoors at St George's School for an adventure-packed experience this Easter!

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Hop Run

7th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Durty Events bring their 5k and 10k Hop Runs to Edinburgh on 7th June 2025, starting at the atmospheric Rosslyn Chapel and finishing at the award winning Stewart Brewing!

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Active Events in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!

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Run the Blades

Run the Blades

18th July 2025 - 20th July 2025

Run the Blades returns to Whitelee Windfarm for 2025 in July with four events... a 10K, Half Marathon, the 50K Ultra and their Junior RTB!

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Evening Hike: Above Glasgow

Evening Hike: Above Glasgow

5th June 2025

Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for the first in a series of evening hikes around Glasgow, designed to make the most of the light evenings, taking in some beautiful views in great company.

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Active Events in Fife

Active Events in Glasgow

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:

Guided ‘No Rush’ Hike: The Cobbler

Guided ‘No Rush’ Hike: The Cobbler

24th June 2025

Skylark Guiding's No Rush Hikes are slower guided hikes for those who like to stop, take in the view, catch their breath, and take extra time on trickier terrain.

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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 4th April 2025

On Fridays between January 31st and April 4th, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at The Firhill Complex.

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AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 31st January 2025 - 4th April 2025

On Fridays between January 31st and April 4th, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at The Firhill Complex.

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Active Events in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

AR26 Charity Free Football For All Sessions

Selected dates between 28th January 2025 - 1st April 2025

Every Tuesday between January 28th and April 1st, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Airdrie Leisure Centre.

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Stride For Kilbryde

Stride For Kilbryde

7th June 2025

Whether you’re walking in memory of a loved one, staying in shape, or just fancy shaking up your Saturday night... join the Stride for Kilbryde at Hamilton Park Racecourse on 7th June!

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St. Andrew’s Hospice 3 Peaks Challenge

St. Andrew’s Hospice 3 Peaks Challenge

28th August 2025 - 31st August 2025

St. Andrew's Hospice's 3 Peaks Challenge is an exhilarating adventure that takes participants to the highest peaks in Wales, England, and Scotland over an unforgettable long weekend.

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Active Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Guided Wildlife Walk

Guided Wildlife Walk

Selected dates between 23rd February 2025 - 20th April 2025

Explore the wonderful wetlands at RSPB Lochwinnoch! The experienced guide will take you around the reserve and point out the interesting wildlife to be found!

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St Peters FC Mini Kickers

St Peters FC Mini Kickers

Selected dates between 11th February 2025 - 24th June 2025

St Peters FC are running Mini Kickers football sessions, for children born in the year's of 2017, 2018 and 2019 at Gleniffer High School on Tuesdays!

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Barshaw Junior Parkrun

Barshaw Junior Parkrun

Selected dates between 5th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Barshaw Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Barshaw Park, Paisley!

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Active Events in Stirling

Here's a selection of Active Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Podfather Stirling 10k with Kids Fun Runs

Podfather Stirling 10k with Kids Fun Runs

7th September 2025

Central AC are delighted to welcome you to the 24th running of the Podfather Stirling 10k, with two fun run events, a 2k for ages 5-9 year olds and a 3.5k for ages 10-14 year olds.

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Navigation Skills: Map Reading For Beginners

Navigation Skills: Map Reading For Beginners

Selected dates between 30th June 2025 - 1st November 2025

Join Gaby from Skylark Guiding for a one day course in Mugdock Country Park for women who want to grow their confidence using maps and compass for navigating in the countryside, on paths and tracks.

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Denny Health Walk

Denny Health Walk

Selected dates between 12th February 2025 - 17th December 2025

Join Chest, Heart and Stroke Scotland’s Walking for Health Project for this free weekly walk in Denny. It's a low level, inclusive health walk open to everyone!

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Events in Other Areas

Wild(ish) Camping Weekend - Isle of Arran

Wild(ish) Camping Weekend - Isle of Arran

21st June 2025 - 22nd June 2025
Brodick

Immerse yourself in the Isle of Arran's beauty with a walking and camping overnight trip with a lovely small crew of other women!

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Sponsored Links

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Sponsored Links

Support The Makers
Escape The Past
Cancer Research UK
RSPB
Fayre Play
Edinburgh Dungeon
Hostelworld
ATG

Popular Events

A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in March 2025.
Throwing Muses
Throwing Muses return with an extensive 2025 UK and EU Spring/Summer tour which will see them headline La Belle Angele on Wednesday 20th August!
Catalan Film Festival: Salve Maria + Q&A
Laura Weissmahr recently won the Goya Award for Best New Actress for her role in Salve Maria. Catch the film screening at Cameo Picturehouse on 21st March as part of the Catalan Film Festival!
Sara Pascoe: I Am A Strange Gloop
Sara Pascoe is returning to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 8th March 2026 with her new show I Am A Strange Gloop!
Cold Town Beer & Street Food Tasting
Enjoy all things beer at Edinburgh Street Food, with a night of Cold Town Beer paired with brilliant street food, hosted by beer aficionados Chris Queen and Cath McCluskey!

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