Family And Kids events in Edinburgh

Conservation Hangar Talks

See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.

Find Out Fridays

Explore a different theme each week on Friday afternoons, during school term-time, with our Learning team at the National Museum of Scotland.

Jubilate Children’s Choir

Jubilate is St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral's new junior choir, held every Friday during term time in the Song School on the Cathedral grounds.

Edinburgh Nuclear Bunker Tour

Don't miss an amazing opportunity to see part of Scotland's Cold War History on the Barnton Nuclear Bunker Tours every Saturday and Sunday!

Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!

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

Arthur’s Secrets

Come along to Holyrood Park and join this guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!

Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club

Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club is a lively, hands-on creative experience designed especially for children under five who love to explore, play, and get wonderfully messy.

Edinburgh Farmers Market

If you're looking for a great place to find fresh, local produce and delicious food, Edinburgh's Farmers Market, held every Saturday, is a must-visit!

Grassmarket Market

Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market... home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!

Stockbridge Market

The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!

Underground Magic: Edinburgh’s Live Magic Night

Experience incredible magic when the Edinburgh Magic Company presents a fresh lineup of magicians, mind-readers, and the occasional wild-card variety act at the Gilded Saloon!

Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs

Join Edinburgh Open House Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! Great informal fun night suitable for all ages (10yrs+).

Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History - Walking Tour

Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!

Enlightenment: An Immersive Light Show

Watch the iconic McEwans Hall in Edinburgh come alive with Enlightenment, a spectacular sound and light show, set to the enchanting melodies of Vivaldi's The Four Seasons!

Giants

Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils of giant prehistoric animals when the immersive, family friendly exhibition Giants comes to the National Museum of Scotland!

Musselburgh Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair

Northern Toy Fair returns to Musselburgh Sports Centre in 2026 with their huge Toy, Train & Sci-Fi Fair featuring a fantastic selection of vintage, retro & new toys, models & collectables!

Royal Rhyme Time

Join the team at Palace of Holyroodhouse in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for their special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers!

Edinburgh Old Town Guided Walking Tour

Discover the heart of Scotland's capital, beyond the reach of tour buses and guidebooks on this guided walking tour of Edinburgh's Old Town!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises, including a shell house built in 2014, rose parterres, a rill and fountains!

Bathgate Market & Car Boot Sale

Bathgate Market and Car Boot Sale is the ultimate shopping experience for the community, it's a fantastic day out filled with unique treasures and local delights!

Ocean Terminal Market

Ocean Terminal Market is a cosy and well-established market featuring a fabulous range of arts, crafts, food and drinks on the first weekend of each month!

Young Explorers - Monthly Programme

Are you a young wildlife adventurer who likes exploring in the outdoors? Then join Green Explorers monthly programme for 8-12 year olds and have fun and adventures in Edinburgh's local wild places!

Royal Tea on Britannia

Step behind the ropes of the Royal Yacht Britannia for an enhanced guided group tour, featuring an exclusive 'Royal Brow' entrance, State Apartment tours and a delicious tea in the Royal Deck Tearoom!

What’s Up: AI and The Sky

In this presenter-led Planetarium show, the team at Dynamic Earth will be diving into some of the ways AI is being used to help understand the cosmos.

Livingston Designer Outlet Food & Crafts Indoor Event

Expect an exciting mix of talented artisans, handmade crafts, unique gifts, and small businesses, all under one roof at the Livingston Designer Outlet Food & Crafts Indoor Event!

Family Print Club

Edinburgh Printmakers' Family Print Club is perfect for children as they explore lots of different printmaking techniques and have fun as well!

Dynamites Science Club

Join Dyna the dinosaur hatchling for Dynamites – a gentle and fun way for children under 4 to begin discovering the world around them!

Dynamos Science Club

Join Dynamo the little dinosaur for Dynamic Earth's science club, a lively learning programme for 4–6 year olds who are ready to explore, investigate, and ask why?

Curiosity Club

Leave your grown-ups at the door and jump into a Curiosity Club for these exciting, hands-on sessions for curious kids at the National Museum of Scotland!

Dino’s Science Club

At Dynamic Earth's Dino's Science Club, your child will make new discoveries each week in these hour-long interactive science sessions for 6-12 year olds!

Support The Makers Market - Portobello Town Hall

Support The Makers hold a regular market in Portobello Town Hall, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

Nature Play

Enjoy nature play with your pre-schooler, meet other parents and carers too, in the lovely grounds of the Saughtonhall Community Hall each Monday in March and April!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and the extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.

Support The Makers Market - St Giles’ Cathedral

Support The Makers hold an occasional market in the iconic St Giles' Cathedral, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

Portobello Local Market

Portobello Local Market is a much loved event for truly local food, drink and crafts, held in Brighton Park on the first Saturday of every month!

West Linton Market

A monthly market for West Linton, held on the first Saturday of the month, showcasing a large selection of artisan foods, local produce and crafts!

Relaxed Morning: National Museum of Flight

The National Museum of Flight host regular Relaxed Mornings suitable for anyone who would appreciate a calmer visit to the museum.

Celebration Of Culture And Food

Share your favourite traditions and home cooking through recipes, song, dance and stories at this Celebration Of Culture And Food hosted by Cyrenians Cook School on Monday 9th March!

Mother’s Day: Sip and Paint

Treat someone special for Mother's Day and take them to IKEA Edinburgh for a Sip and Paint evening where you will paint and decorate a vase to take home, while sipping on non-alcoholic fizz!

Horrible Histories - The Concert

For the very first time, your favourite songs and characters from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series HORRIBLE HISTORIES will be appearing live (and dead) on stage at the Festival Theatre!

Tim Burton’s Universe by Mystery Ensemble

The Mystery Ensemble brings Tim Burton's worlds to life in unique arrangements... expect soaring voices, bold instrumental colours, and an atmosphere that shifts in an instant!

Edinburgh Recorder Orchestra @ Music on the Mezzanine

Catch the Edinburgh Recorder Orchestra as they perform a wide variety of historical and contemporary repertoire on one of the most misunderstood instruments in music at Edinburgh Central Library!

Film Preview: ARCO by Ugo Bienvenu

MilkTea will host the community preview of Ugo Bienvenu's dazzling animated adventure, ARCO, at Cameo Picturehouse on Saturday 14th March!

Fun Orienteering Event

Join Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club in partnership with the Mary Erskine and Stewarts Melville Schools Orienteering Club (ESMS) for their next family-friendly event on Saturday 14th March!

Ideas Jukebox: By Hazel Darwin-Clements

Watch BIG ideas come to life when they get played on the Jukebox and then add your own ideas to the mix in an Independent Arts Projects' production by Hazel Darwin-Clements!

Maya and the Whale

Coming to the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Maya and The Whale is the story of a young climate activist on the run, grappling for hope amid unfolding global disasters.

Support The Makers & Food Market - George Watson’s College

Support The Makers hold an occasional Makers & Food Market in George Watson's College, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

A Mother’s Day to Remember

Looking to treat Mum for a day together that you will both love? Why settle for an ordinary day out when you could dive into history aboard the last British Royal Yacht in the world!

Kirkliston Village Market

Held on the third Sunday of each month between March and November, Kirkliston Village Market showcases a selection of local and independent businesses!

Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea

This Mother's Day, gather the ladies who lunch and treat your queen to an Afternoon Tea worth dressing up for at Brewhemia!

Mumma Mia Mother’s Day Live Sing-Along Lunch

Channel your inner Dancing Queen and celebrate Mother's Day in fabulous style at Village Edinburgh's Mumma Mia Live Sing-Along Lunch!

St Mary’s Music School Vocal Taster Day

Are you a budding young singer, aged 13-19, with a passion for classical voice? Then join St Marys Music School for their Vocal Taster Day on Sunday 15th March!

Zoo-fari Tours

Discover the wonders of Edinburgh Zoo on a fun 60-minute guided tour filled with amazing animal facts and inspiring global conservation stories... perfect for wildlife lovers of all ages!

Love Music Community & Junior Choirs Concert

Love Music Community & Junior Choirs present an exciting collaboration with Edinburgh Concert Band at the Usher Hall on Monday 16th March... a truly spectacular coming together!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Humbie Dean

Come and visit Humbie Dean, an informal two-acre ornamental and woodland garden sandwiched between two burns at 600 feet, with interest throughout a long season!

The Boy at the Back of the Class

After delighting audiences across the country, the smash-hit, joyful play based on the best-selling novel is back with a celebration of friendship kindness and compassion.

Free Film Screening - Migration

Waddle down to WHALE Arts Agency on Friday 20th March for a free, fab screening of the feel-good hit Migration... no booking needed, just bring the whole family for some duck-filled fun!

RSNO Season 25-26: St Mary’s Music School Showcase

The RSNO is thrilled to offer the Senior Pupils of St Mary’s Music School the opportunity to shine in the magnificent Usher Hall.

St Mary’s Music School RSNO pre-Concert Showcase

Come and enjoy this exciting concert showcasing some of the finest young musicians in Scotland, giving you a captivating glimpse of the stars of tomorrow.

Children Show: Paws Up!

This English adaptation of the famous children’s book by Catharina Valckx ‘PAWS UP!’ is a poetic, interactive and funny show, performed in French and English

Edinburgh Bach Choir - Spring Concert

Join Edinburgh Bach Choir for their annual Spring Concert on Saturday 21st March at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert!

Linlithgow Antique Vintage and Collectors Fair

Don't miss the Linlithgow Antique, Vintage and Collectors Fair when it returns to Queen Margaret Hall on Saturday 21st March, with all proceeds going towards Linlithgow Heritage Trust!

Newhailes Market

You'll find a fine selection of handmade goods, from jams and chutneys to pies and candles, at Newhailes House and Gardens' Market, held on the third weekend each month!

The Jack & Jill Market - Edinburgh

Shop smartly, be savvy and save money when the Jack and Jill Market Edinburgh returns to Edinburgh College on Saturday 21st March!

VIBRANT

VIBRANT is a lively celebration of colour, energy and artistic expression that showcases the unique talents of 6 artists and invited guests at Space Artworks!

Clothes Cycle Thrift Market Edinburgh

ClothesCycle is the UK's largest thrift market with over 100 handpicked vintage and independent sellers, don't miss them when they return to Meadowbank Sports Centre on Sunday 22nd March!

Kids Balkanarama

Join Balkanarama at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Sunday 22nd March for a Spring edition of Kids Balkanarama featuring incredible live music, circus, arts & crafts, dance, glitter, bubbles and more!

Taylor Fever

Attention all Swifties - Taylor Fever is the electrifying tribute production to worldwide megastar Taylor Swift! Don't miss it at the Corn Exchange Haddington on Sunday 22nd March!

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show

Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse in March and is packed full of music, adventure and surprises for little ones, the perfect introduction to theatre!

Outdoor Rock Climbing Open Session with Height Club

Come Roped Climbing, on real rock, under the watchful eye of a qualified instructor at North Berwick Law Quarry!

Spider-Man: No Way Home - Live In Concert - CANCELLED

Spider-Man™: No Way Home Live in Concert is the ultimate experience for Spider-Man™ fans of all ages. Don't miss it at the Usher Hall on Thursday 26th March!

Easter At Almond Valley

Almond Valley's much-loved Mad Hatter's Tea Party returns for 2026 and yes, the legendary Duck Race is back too... can you hear the excitement building!

North Edinburgh Film Festival

The North Edinburgh Film Festival returns in March for its fourth year, offering over 40 films, creative workshops, and a community meal in a brilliant celebration of local filmmaking and talent!

Conifox Easter Festival

Get ready for an eggs-traordinary Easter as Edinburgh's Conifox Adventure Park welcomes families to its much-loved annual Easter Festival!

Edinburgh Singers: I Was Glad

Join The Edinburgh Singers at The Parish Church of St Cuthbert on Saturday 28th March for some splendid choral and organ staples performed over the last century at royal ceremonial events!

Egg-cellent Easter Trail at Camera Obscura

Hop along this Easter with the whole family and enjoy a fun-packed visit at Camera Obscura & World of Illusions... you would be hopping-mad to miss out!

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this Easter

Hop aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia for an egg-cellent day out during the Easter Holidays and experience the UK's No.1 Attraction for yourself!

Valerie Thibault @ Music on the Mezzanine

In this atmospheric and resonant programme at Edinburgh Central Library, Valérie Thibault will present contemporary percussion music alongside her own improvisations, building a dreamy sound world.

Easter Craft Fair

Join The Fisherrow Centre for a day of local crafts, handmade gifts and Easter activities when they host an Easter Craft Fair on Sunday 29th March!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Winton Castle

Just 30 minutes from Edinburgh, enjoy a visit to Winton Castle gardens as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme, it's a wonderful family day out!

The Little Children’s Market Scotland - Musselburgh

The Little Children's Market Scotland returns to Musselburgh with loads of amazing baby & children's preloved goodies up for grabs!

Vinted In Real Life

Grab some fantastic fashion for the whole family when Love Musselburgh host the second edition of Vinted In Real Life at The Fisherrow Centre on Sunday 29th March!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly garden that has been transformed from a wilderness 40 years ago and continues to evolve.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Redcroft

An attractive Arts and Crafts house, Redcroft is a mature walled garden with a variety of different features and habitats.

St Mary’s Music School presents: Duruflé Requiem op.9

St Mary's Music School is delighted to be joined by the Choirs of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral for their annual Spring Concert in the inspiring setting of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!

Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour

The Real Mary King's Close is pulling back the curtain on one of Edinburgh's most harrowing historical events with its chilling immersive experience, Contagion & Carnage: The Plague Tour!

Easter Bunny Flower Trail

Hop along to IKEA Edinburgh this April for their Easter Flower Trail and help the Easter Bunny fill his bouquet basket while collecting the missing letters along the way for a chance to win a prize!

Easter Egg Trail at House of the Binns

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in House of the Binns' annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg Trail at Newhailes House and Gardens

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Newhailes House and Gardens' annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg Trail at Preston Mill

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Preston Mill's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Face Painting at IKEA Edinburgh

Pop into IKEA Edinburgh this April and be transformed into your favorite character with the help of their talented face painter!

Castle Street Market

Held in brightly coloured gazebos in the heart of central Edinburgh, Castle Street Market is filled with top quality products and has something to satisfy every taste!

Easter Activity Day

Join the team at the Palace of Holyroodhouse on Saturday 4th April for a variety of Easter themed activities that the whole family can enjoy!

Easter Egg Trail at Malleny Garden

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Malleny Garden's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Easter Egg-Splorer Trail

Hop along to Edinburgh Zoo this April for a cracking family Easter trail, where you can explore the park, find the hidden eggs, and bag a brilliant prize!

Edinburgh Science Festival

Exploring the theme Going Global, Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 will showcase the research and innovation created through international partnerships that address shared challenges!

Edinburgh Theoretical Physics Walking Tour

This tour will guide you through the nooks and crannies of beautiful Edinburgh, highlighting places associated with extraordinary physicists who have called the Scottish capital home.

Future Voices: The AI Ethics Podcast

Is AI taking our jobs? Could humans face extinction one day? Come along toNational Museum of Scotland to debate AI ethics and record your very own podcast using professional recording equipment!

Hopetoun House Easter Family Opening Weekend

From Friday 3rd April, Hopetoun House & Grounds are delighted to welcome both new and returning visitors as they re-open for another fantastic season of history, nature and exploration!

K-Pop Silent Disco Boat Party

Set sail on the Maid of the Forth this April for a brilliant K-pop silent disco, featuring cosplay, free glitter, and stunning views... you might even spot Derek the dolphin!

Leith Spring Brewery Market

Moonwake Beer Co. are back with their Spring Brewery Market, once again welcoming local traders to sell their wares while the taproom is open and the beer is pouring!

Leuchie Easter Egg Hunt

The Leuchie Easter Egg hunt returns with yet another egg-cellent opportunity for a fun family outing... all whilst supporting people and families living with neurological conditions.

Pop Icons! Drag Brunch

On Saturday 4th April, Brewhemia are turning the volume up with their Pop Icons! Drag Brunch that serves a riotous fusion of bratwurst, bangers, and big divas!

The Rocks of Roslin: Swamps and Streams

The rocks of Midlothian once provided limestone for agriculture, stone for building and coal for power. Come along and see the record of past warmer climates, in a landscape formed by ice!

Spill the Tea Tour: Earth Matters

Join this guided tour of 'Earth Matters', led by a member of the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's Creative Programmes team on Sunday 5th April!

The Easter Bunny’s Brunch

Hop along to Brewhemia on Sunday 5th April for a cracking Easter brunch featuring Peter Rabbit on the big screen, egg hunts, and crafts... it's the ultimate festive morning for the whole family!

Adventures Inside Your Brain

Join 'Inside Your Brain' authors Professor Caswell Barry and Lucy Ann Unwin for an interactive trip through brain science history.

Arctic, Antarctic... and a Dash of Mars

Join Dr Niamh Shaw, ESA Champion in Space Education and fellow of The Explorers Club, on a warm and witty journey from the Arctic to Antarctica… with a playful dash of Mars!

Astronaut Training

Calling all budding astronauts! Come and join us at Dynamic Earth for a session that will get you ready to head to space!

Easter Bunny Breakfast

Head along to IKEA Edinburgh on Monday 6th April for their Easter Bunny Breakfast and enjoy a special visit from the Easter Bunny!

Egg-Citing Designs

Join the team at IKEA Edinburgh this April and let the kids design, decorate and personalise their very own Easter egg, using their imagination and favourite colours to make it truly unique!

Flying High

Learn about the Scottish engineering inventions that made international travel possible through fun family activities at the National Museum of Flight Scotland, part of Edinburgh Science Festival!

Jurassic Juniors Storytelling

Join us at Dynamic Earth for a 'roarsome' storytelling session suitable for children under 6 years!

Kids & Teens Easter Club (8 - 15)

Build your very own sculpture from sketches created at a visit to the museum exhibition 'GIANTS' and use your MAMMOTH creativity to fill the week with a MASSIVE array of artwork.

Marine Monsters

Join Marine Biologist and YouTuber Dr Elizabeth Mills to celebrate the weirdest and most wonderful sea creatures that you can find on Scotland’s shores!

Once Upon a Lab

Join author and illustrator duo Lucy Doyle and Kelly Zou for a lively storytelling session at the National Museum of Scotland as part of Edinburgh Science Festival!

Paper Flowers

Join the Royal Collection Trust at the Palace of Holyroodhouse this spring and have a go at making paper flowers and create a colourful bouquet to take home!

Positive Tipping Points: How to Fix the Climate Crisis

How do we get out of a climate crisis of our own making? Take an optimistic look at how we can all play a part in triggering positive tipping points to avoid the worst dangers to our future climate.

The Wiggles Tree of Wisdom Spectacular!

The Wiggles will bring their most magical live show experience to date, the Tree of Wisdom Spectacular, to Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Monday 6th April!

Why We Love Our Pets

Join psychology and human–animal interaction experts for an evening uncovering the science behind our love for pets.

Board Game Fika

Dive into an array of board games this Easter at IKEA Edinburgh and enjoy an afternoon filled with laughter, bonding and unforgettable memories!

Creature Connections

Join the Edinburgh Zoo expert animal experiences team for an exclusive engaging and fun animal antics show and have the chance to join in the action yourself! !

Easter Camp For Fledglings And For Juniors

Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on Tuesday 7th April for some amazing aerial fun in the Easter holidays!

Hutton in Edinburgh

Step into the 1700s and walk through Edinburgh's landscape with philosopher James Hutton and his famous Scottish Enlightenment companions, exploring Hutton's theory of a dynamic Earth.

Sick Day Detectives

Do you know what makes someone sick? Join our team of Sick Day Detectives as we investigate how our friend Alex ended up with a cold!

Stitch and Fly

Join us to discover how biologists use the humble fruit fly to explore how hormones affect the functioning and growth of our bodies.

The Future of Water: Working in Tune with Nature

Join Arup’s Global Water Lead Dr Mark Fletcher to find out what happens when the world's most essential resource starts to behave in unexpected ways?

Wee, Poo, Snot!

Join us at the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh on Tuesday 7th April for a fun-filled, interactive medical show for all ages!

Zebrafish: A Splash of Science and Art

Dive into the world of zebrafish research and discover why these little fish are so big in science at this interactive and creative workshop for Ages 5+.

Body Defenders: The Germ-Fighting Game!

Put on your lab coat to explore the hidden forces that keep us healthy in this hands-on workshop at the National Museum of Scotland on Wednesday 8th April!

Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!

Gabby's Dollhouse Live! is a brand-new stage show inspired by the magical world of the global preschool sensation from DreamWorks Animation. Don't miss it at the Edinburgh Playhouse in April!

Giants in the Kitchen: Big Science, Up Close

Step into the world of giants with Dr Josh Smalley and Peter Sawkins two 'Great British Bake Off' stars and explore the science behind baking inspired by colossal creatures!

Science is Magic!

Science is Magic uncovers the astonishing biology behind everyday life in this fun, surprising, and completely unforgettable show as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

Your Language-Learning Superpower

Is “bnick” a word? You know it's not — but how do you know? And why does it take modern AI many lifetimes worth of words to get almost as good at language as you are?

Drift

Drift is a dance piece that explores the state of our oceans today, focusing on the impact of overfishing.

Getting Bogged Down

Get your hands dirty with University of Edinburgh scientists researching the weird, wonderful and vital ecosystems of Peatbogs!

Kids Sewing Workshop

Join Remode Collective for this hands-on Kids Sewing Workshop which focuses on practical sewing techniques that kids can use right away to repair, create, and customise their own items!

One Day. One Play. One Prompt.

Are you a musician, actor, dancer, comedian, magician, or any kind of creative performer? Join our AI-powered workshop and help create a brand-new show from concept to curtain call in just one day!

A Crack in Everything

Award-winning writer Marcus Chown tells the story of how black holes came in from the cold and presents the latest discoveries as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

FameLab UK 26 - Scottish Finals

Join Edinburgh Science and Cheltenham Festivals for the ultimate evening of quick-fire science as we host the Scottish Regional Finals of FameLab UK 2026!

Hansel and Gretel - Easter Panto

Get ready for a cracking Easter as Reconnect Regal Theatre presents Hansel and Gretel... a panto mash-up featuring all your favourite fairytale legends!

Outlander Guided Tours

Step into the world of Outlander with this ultimate themed experience at Hopetoun House, exploring the iconic filming locations inside the House and across the historic Grounds!

Tiddlers Easter Holiday Workshop

Arty session for ages 6-8. Step into the Birchwood and spend two and a half hours drawing, painting, crafting and maybe getting a bit messy...

Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival

Join us for the family-friendly Edinburgh Conservation Film Festival at the National Museum of Scotland and learn about the importance of biodiversity conservation for all of us!

Planetarium Family Films: The Land Before Time

Kick off your day at Edinburgh Science Festival with a visit to Dynamic Earth's Planetarium for some roar-some films!

Space Journal: The Art and Science of Cosmic Exploration

Space Journal is a visual celebration of our perception of the cosmos, and our efforts to reach it, from the seventeenth century to the present day.

The Lothians Model Railway Exhibition

Join Pentland Model Railway Group for their annual Model Railway Exhibition when it returns to The Students Union at Heriot-Watt University on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th April!

Zonos @ Music on the Mezzanine

Listen to Zonos, an Edinburgh-based musician who creates electronic drone music, on Saturday 11th April at Edinburgh Central Library's Music on the Mezzanine!

Ghosts - Tales of Terror at Lauriston Castle

Come along and see the sights of Lauriston Castle as never seen before... led by a professional tour guide, hear the history of the castle and ghostly tales of the city!

Planetarium Family Films: Ice Age III

Enjoy a Jurassic journey with your little explorers in this one-of-a-kind cinema experience at Dynamic Earths Planetarium as part of Edinburgh Science Festival.

Edinburgh Science Festival: CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

Become a forensic scientist, study the crime scene and find the evidence. Can you solve the mystery and help Edinburgh Science Festival catch the criminal?

Edinburgh Science Festival: Dig Up a Dinosaur

Ready to uncover dinosaur remains? Millions of years ago, dinosaurs ruled the Earth – millions of years later, it's time to find out all about them!

Edinburgh Science Festival: Splat-tastic

Get your goo on in this interactive workshop as part of Edinburgh Science Festival, be creative with chemistry and design your own slime to take home!

Journey Into Space Storytelling

Get ready to blast off in this space themed storytelling session!

Young Artists Easter Course

Young artists aged between 9 and 12 can dive into a brilliant Easter Course of painting, printmaking and 3D builds at Leith School of Art from 13th to 15th April!

Dissected from History

Join Cat Irving and Sophie Goggins at the National Museum of Scotland on Tuesday 14th April to discover the hidden stories of some important historical figures!

Edinburgh Science Festival: Mini-Medics: The Body Show

In this fast-paced and interactive family show, help Edinburgh Science Festival's medics diagnose and treat their patients while they explore the human body!

Jeux de Dames: A portrait of Love - Concert by Ensemble Amarillis

The Institut Francais d’Ecosse proudly present Ensemble Amarillis, their first Scottish performance as part of the Baroque Music Festival 2026.

Sink or Swim: How the World Needs to Adapt to a Changing Climate

Susannah Fisher tells the story of the tough choices that lie ahead, and looks at ways we can still have a liveable planet. The choice is in our hands. Will we choose to sink or swim?

Nature’s Architecture

Explore the microscopic world in the chemistry research laboratories at The University of Edinburgh.

Quiz Night

Head along to IKEA Edinburgh on Wednesday 15th April for the return of the Quiz Night... an evening filled with laughter, quizzing and brain-racking questions!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Longwood

Visit Longwood, an extensive, long-established country garden at 800 feet, with ducks and hens, stream and ponds as well as areas of wild garden and borders!

The Algorithm Adventure

Ever wondered how your favourite apps seem to know what you like? Step into the world of AI and algorithms to uncover the secrets behind your social feeds and game recommendations!

Truth, Trust and Trickery in the AI Age

Can you seek out what’s true in today’s tsunami of AI slop? We’ll help you navigate this new frontier of video, image and language generation in this interactive workshop.

John Butt in Concert

Musical Director of the Dunedin Consort, John Butt invites us on a journey that begins in Italy and concludes in Germany as part of the Baroque Music Festival!

The Ultimate Bubble Show

This show promises a whirlwind of excitement and surprises, as Ray Bubbles uses various different gases to craft stunning bubble sculptures, effects, and magical displays.

AI: The Final Frontier

Through interactive discussion we will investigate the role AI plays in interpreting the cosmos and uncover how it can act as the ‘brain’ supporting complex space missions.

Around the World Tour

Come along for an exclusive guided tour of Edinburgh Zoo after closing on Friday 17th April, led by one of our Discovery and Learning rangers!

Interacting (with) Galaxies

Despite the vastness of space, most galaxies will experience collisions. These mergers are complicated and understanding them benefits from new approaches to data representation.

Plant Pot Decorating Workshop

Kids can let their imaginations run wild this Easter on one of IKEA Edinburgh's plant pot decorating workshops!

Wonders of Space Family Festival

Dive into hands-on space-themed activities and uncover the fascinating science behind our solar system at Archerfield Walled Garden on Friday 17th April.

Edinburgh Science Festival: The Rocket Show

Strap-in, countdown, and blast-off for a show that's out of this world when explosive family-friendly adventure, The Rocket Show, returns to Edinburgh Science Festival!

Italian Baroque: Monika d’Ermo Recital followed by Cenacolo Musicale

The Institut Francais d’Ecosse partners with the Italian Consulate in Edinburgh and the Italian Institute of Culture for an exceptional Night of Italian Baroque Music on Saturday 18th April.

Planetarium Family Films: The Good Dinosaur

Enjoy a Jurassic journey with your little explorers in this one-of-a-kind cinema experience at the Dynamic Earth Planetarium on Saturday 18th April.

Meet The Makers Second-Hand Vintage Market

Explore a thoughtfully curated collection of amazing second-hand finds, vintage clothing, and unique pre-loved goods at Meet The Makers' Second - Hand Vintage Market in Portobello Town Hall!

Planetarium Family Films: Dinosaur

As the meteor strikes Earth, a brave dinosaur and his unlikely group of lemur friends travel across dangerous terrain to find a safe haven in this family film at the Dynamic Earth Planetarium!

Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert 2026

Jim Henson's original masterpiece and musical fantasy film Labyrinth is to tour the UK in concert again in the spring, don't miss it live at Edinburgh's Usher Hall on Tuesday 21st April!

The Edwardians: Age of Elegance

The Edwardians: Age of Elegance explores the glitzy world of two of Britain's most fashionable royal couples – King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and King George V and Queen Mary!

Portobello Grand Reggae Ball with Messenger Soundsystem

Edinburgh Dub Club and Messenger join forces once again for the Portobello Grand Reggae Ball - Part 5 in the historic Portobello Town Hall on Saturday 25th April!

Simmerdim @ Music on the Mezzanine

Come along to the Mezzanine at Edinburgh Central Library as we welcome back Simmerdim, an Edinburgh based a Capella trio, on Saturday 25th April!

Diversity - Soul

Diversity, the UK's most successful dance group, will bring their new concept tour SOUL to the Edinburgh Playhouse in April 2026!

Race The Tram

Blast Running's Race the Tram is back for its second outing on Sunday 26th April, offering a fresh and playful twist on city running!

Beltane Fire Festival

Join the Beltane Fire Festival on Calton Hill on Thursday 30th April, as fire, story, and ritual bring everyone together once more to mark the season of growth, connection, and renewal!

Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals

Don’t miss your chance to see Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals UK Tour when it returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in May 2026!

High Speed Seafari Adventure

Ideal for thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, Maid of the Forth's High Speed Seafari Adventure is an unforgettable way to explore the Forth and its landmarks!

Mànran at Porty Festival

Mànran, one of Scotland’s most exciting and influential bands, will headline the Saturday evening stage at Porty Festival on Saturday 2nd May!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Greentree

A rare opportunity to appreciate a mature garden which, with the exception of one magnificent old copper beech tree, is completely planted and created by its owner Alison Glen.

The Taylor Swift Effect

Scotland's top Taylor Swift tribute featuring Jamie, a self confessed 'Swiftie', and her amazing dancers returns to Reconnect Regal Theatre on Sunday 3rd May!

Support The Makers: Young Makers Market

Support The Makers are hosting a one off market on day three of Porty Festival celebrating the creativity of Young Makers under the age 18 years!

Concert with Les Fils Canouche

After a successful tour in France, Les Fils Canouche are heading to Scotland with their new album “Les Pantophiles” and play the Institut français d'Écosse on 7th May!

Edinbrick - A LEGO Model Show

Edinbrick is back for 2026! Edinburgh's biggest LEGO Model Show, will be held on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May at Meadowbank Sports Centre.

Edinburgh Tartan Parade

Returning for its second year on Saturday 9th May, the Edinburgh Tartan Parade is fast becoming a major cultural highlight in the capital and is a joyful celebration of Scotland's living heritage!

Quarriers: Leith Distillery Abseil

This is a truly unique experience for you to ascend the 131ft drop off the Port of Leith Distillery on Saturday 9th May in aid of Quarriers!

Vinodh Jayakrishnan @ Music on the Mezzanine

Enjoy carnatic music, also known as South Indian Classical music, presented by vocalist Vinodh Jayakrishnan, and company at Edinburgh Central Library as part of their Music on the Mezzanine series!

GirlyPop Live

After a trail of sold-out shows and unforgettable memories, GirlyPop Live is coming to Edinburgh Corn Exchange featuring your favourite Pop icons in one live show brought to you by the best tributes!

K-Pop Trio

Get ready for a spectacular celebration of K-Pop's biggest hits, the songs kids (and grown-ups!) know and love when The Ultimate K-Pop Trio comes to Reconnect Regal Theatre!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Moray Place and Bank Gardens

Visit the amazing communal gardens for the Residents of the Moray Estate. Between them they stretch over 9 acres offering an atmosphere of tranquillity within the city centre!

Children’s Classic Concerts: Big Top Brass

Roll up, roll up...Children's Classic Concerts spectacularly presents 'Big Top Brass' at Corn Exchange Haddington on Saturday 16th May!

Edinburgh Vegan Festival

Discover the ultimate celebration of an ethical, animal-friendly, and eco lifestyle at the Edinburgh Vegan Festival on Saturday 16th May!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Regent, Royal and Carlton Terrace Gardens

The largest of Edinburgh's New Town gardens still in private ownership, it remains largely unchanged since its formation in 1830.

Edinburgh Marathon Festival

Returning on the 23rd and 24th of May, The Edinburgh Marathon Festival is Scotland's largest running event and is widely considered one of the fastest marathons in the world!

Moonlighting Flutes @ Music on the Mezzanine

Don't miss Moonlighting Flutes, comprising highly skilled, university and conservatoire-trained musicians, at Edinburgh Central Library as part of their Music on the Mezzanine series!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Oatridge College Campus - SRUC

SRUC Oatridge Campus is situated within 700 acres of mixed grounds and it presents an inviting and diverse mixture of planting styles to explore!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 14 East Brighton Crescent

Enjoy a visit to 14 East Brighton Crescent with roughly two-thirds of an acre suburban garden, developed over 40 years!

British Pipe Band Championships

The pipes are calling you to the Royal Highland Centre on 30th May for the British Pipe Band Championships.

RSPB Birdwatching Cruise

Join Maid of the Forth for a unique chance to enjoy Scotland's spectacular coastline on a 3-hour cruise, led by a team of expert RSPB staff, on a birdwatching adventure like no other!

The Leith Food Festival

Celebrate global flavours, performing arts, and the very best of Edinburgh's independent food scene when The Leith Food Festival takes over Leith Links on Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st May!

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at the Corn Exchange Haddington on 6th June!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Learmonth Place Garden

Come and visit Learmonth Place Garden, a unique reimagining of a city-centre, mid-terrace walled garden, containing two ponds, a pergola and is accessed by garden paths through arches!

Simon Mercieca @ Music on the Mezzanine

Catch Maltese born and Edinburgh based Pianist, Producer and Composer Simon Mercieca when he plays at Music on the Mezzanine in Edinburgh Central Library on 6th June!

My Name’5 Doddie Charity Race 5K / 10K / 1K Kids

Join Blast Running for the My Name'5 Doddie Charity Race at Gypsy Brae Recreation Ground and the Silverknowes Promenade for a friendly, inclusive running event supporting two great causes!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Dean Gardens

Founded in the 1860s by local residents, the Dean Gardens contain part of the great structure of the Dean Bridge, a Thomas Telford masterpiece of 1835.

Leith Festival Gala Day

Annual community celebration, Leith Festival Gala Day returns to Leith Links on Saturday 13th June with another brilliant mix of live music, food and games for locals and visitors alike!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Dirleton Village

Dirleton is widely recognised as one of Scotland’s prettiest conservation villages where the gardens can all be visited on a single ticket which will also admit you to the castle gardens.

The Little Mermaid JR

Star Harmoneez will be going under the sea with their 2026 show… Disney's The Little Mermaid JR atReconnect Howden Park in June!

Bluey’s Big Play

Following a hugely successful UK tour, Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli are heading to Edinburgh Playhouse with the Olivier award-nominated live stage show, Bluey's Big Play!

The Royal Highland Show

One of Scotland's most iconic events, The Royal Highland Show, returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre in June for another four day celebration of farming life!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Blackdykes Garden

Blackdykes Garden was created 30 years ago from open fields and the three acre site has extensive views southwards towards the Lammermuirs.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Congalton House

The garden at Congalton House is an attractive family garden with a wide variety of plants and good colour throughout the summer months.

Composers Orchestra @ Music on the Mezzanine

The Composers Orchestra, the only UK based University Orchestra that exclusively performs premieres of student and Edinburgh based compositions, plays Edinburgh Central Library on Saturday 20th June!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Inveresk Village

The Inveresk Village gardens are open over the weekend of 20th/21st June as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme and enthusiasts can visit on both days if they retain their village map and sticky badge.

Sunset Running Festival

Celebrate summer by running beside the sea along Cramond Promenade at the much loved Sunset Running Festival, now in its sixth year!

Support The Makers Market - Haddington Corn Exchange

Support The Makers hold a regular market in Haddington Corn Exchange, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

The Reeling

The Reeling have teamed up with The Royal Highland Show to bring some of the finest names in Scottish traditional music to the Royal Highland Centre in Edinburgh on Saturday 20th June!

Enchanted - The Ultimate Princess Concert

Enchanted - The Ultimate Princess Concert is a heart-warming and magical musical experience that brings the beloved songs of fairy tales to life in a truly enchanting candlelit setting.

Leith Festival Community Tattoo

Get ready for a brilliant, multicultural bash at Malmaison Plaza, featuring pipe bands and highland dancing as the Leith Festival Tattoo brings the Shore to life with fabulous talent!

Leith Festival Pageant

Join in the fun at the Leith Festival Pageant on Sunday 21st June, featuring a parade of music and costumes through the heart of Leith all leading to the Leith Festival Community Tattoo!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 13 Bangholm Bower Avenue

Visit 3 Bangholm Bower Avenue, a small city garden with beautiful planting, as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Merchiston Cottage

Come and enjoy our romantic walled garden at Merchiston Cottage but insted of afternoon teas we have decided to invite our supporters old and new to visit us for an evening drinks and nibbles event!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stockbridge Open Gardens

Visit some of the surprising horticultural delights behind the discrete terraces of Stockbridge/New Town and enjoy homemade refreshments in a classic Georgian pleasure garden!

The Karate Kid

The Karate Kid - The Musical will bring the legendary 1984 film to life on stage at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh in Summer 2026!

Scotland’s First Warriors

Discover the thrilling origins of ancient combat through rare treasures, including the stunning Carnoustie Hoard, in this must-see journey through Scotland's prehistoric warrior past!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stenton Village

Don't miss an opportunity to stroll around the gardens of Stenton Village, including the 17th century Ruchlaw House, as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Claremont

Visit Claremont, an eclectic garden created over 20 years with three ponds, one very large, a rockery, a dovecot, rose patio and a few interesting trees including a grand monkey puzzle!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Pentland Crescent Gardens

Pentland Crescent Gardens include neighbouring gardens all laid out very differently, offering a wide range of ideas for visitors.

Edinburgh Zoo Summer CAT

Edinburgh Zoo's Summer CAT offers a week of mucky outdoor fun, animal surveying, and campfires with flexible wrap-around care to keep your little conservationists beaming!

RZSS Summer School

Discover amazing animals and cultures from around the world and connect with nature at the RZSS Summer School at Edinburgh Zoo!

A Home For Hamish

Playfully merging dance and British Sign language in a sensory world, A Home For Hamish is a colourful, immersive and interactive adventure for young audiences aged 4-7 and their families.

The Buttons Show

Join Scottish superstar of children's entertainment, Buttons, for a brand-new fun-filled pantomime adventure featuring magic, puppets, slapstick and all your favourite Scottish sing-along songs!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: South Queensferry Open Gardens

South Queensferry is a popular spot for foreign tourists and day trippers but away from the busy High Street lie a number of surprising and quite different gardens.

Zog

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s classic, feel-good story is brought to roaring, soaring life in this delightful musical for children.

Shelf: The Kids’ Show 2

Join best friends Rachel and Ruby for a kids' comedy show that's fun for all the family when they return to Monkey Barrel Comedy on Saturday 11th July!

K-Pop All Stars Tribute

From stadium-shaking anthems to breathtaking choreography, K-Pop All Stars celebrates the global phenomenon redefining pop culture, don't miss this tribute show at the Festival Theatre in July!

Explore Engineering Cruise

Perfect for inquisitive minds of all ages, Maid of the Forth's Explore Engineering Cruise is the ultimate experience for bridge enthusiasts, engineering fans and families alike!

Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban In Concert with the RSNO

Experience Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban like never before as the Scottish National Orchestra brings John Williams’ spellbinding score to life live in concert at Edinburgh Castle!

Scottish Festival of Motoring

The Scottish Festival of Motoring returns to the Royal Highland Centre Edinburgh on Sunday 19th July 2026, it's a must go event for all the family!

Little Shop of Horrors

Join us at the Festival Theatre for a spectacular performance as The Beyond Broadway Experience – featuring 200 talented young performers – brings you Little Shop of Horrors!

Foxfest

Foxfest is back at Conifox Adventure Park on Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th July, bringing kids and adults together for a weekend packed with live music, exciting performances and non-stop family fun!

Reconnect Family Fun Day

Get ready for a fantastic family fun day at Howden Park Centre, featuring local crafters, live performers, and sunny smiles... join the Reconnect team for an unforgettable day of community joy!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 77 Kirk Brae

Come visit 77 Kirk Brae with its mix of mature and younger trees, herbaceous beds and borders, a vegetable patch, lawn, a 19th century cast iron vinery, an old monkey puzzle, pond and patio!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Briestonhill House

The large country garden at Briestonhill House has won many awards over the years in the West Lothian Gardening Competition. Explore it on Sunday 26th July as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Walk For A Cure Edinburgh

Join Alzheimer's Research UK on Sunday 26th July for this 5k walk and explore the stunning landscape and rich history of Holyrood Park, nestled beneath the majestic Arthur's Seat!

Lenny’s Baby Rave World Tour

Get ready, Edinburgh! The pioneer of Toddler Techno, Lenny Pearce, brings his high-energy Baby Rave World Tour to Edinburgh Corn Exchange on Tuesday 28th July!

Fringe By The Sea

Fringe by the Sea is a vibrant ten-day fringe festival with a big heart, harnessing the joy of connection and creativity in the small Scottish seaside town of North Berwick!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 39 Nantwich Drive

Visit 39 Nantwich Drive, a large wildlife-friendly garden, run on organic principles, as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Truckfest Scotland

Scotland's biggest and best truck show returns to Edinburgh's Royal Highland Centre on the 1st and 2nd August 2026, it's a great day out for the family!

3D2D West End Fair

The 3D2D West End Fair returns between Monday 3rd and Sunday 30th August at St John's Episcopal Church with over 120 carefully curated and talented artists and artisan makers presenting their work!

1 Hour Of Insane Magic

Cameron Gibson, Elliot Bibby and Luke Osey return to Edinburgh Fringe for their fourth year as Insane Magic, bigger and more spectacular than ever before!

1 Hour Of Insanity

Back for its second year, 1 Hour of Insanity returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with brand-new performers alongside a couple of favourites from last year!

Circus The Show

Roll up! Roll up! Prepare to enter a world of whimsy, wonder and amazement where your imagination will soar like never before, in this completely reimagined family circus spectacular!

Elliot Bibby: Abracadada

Get ready for a hilarious, high-energy mix of mind-blowing magic and parenting mayhem as Elliot Bibby brings his brilliant, all-ages show Abracadada to the Edinburgh Fringe!

Hypnotist Matt Hale: Funbelievable! 90s Rewind

The unmissable smash-hit comedy hypnotist Matt Hale returns to the Edinburgh Fringe with his 90s party hypnoshow!

The Listies

Back by poop-ular demand! Fringe family favourites since 2008, The Listies return with 110% Ready – a comedy disaster movie about the morning routine!

360 ALLSTARS

Boasting a stellar cast of World Champion and World Record-holding artists and athletes, international smash hit 360 ALLSTARS returns to Edinburgh Fringe as part of its 2026 World Tour!

By A Thread

Australian circus at its best, By a Thread is an exploration of trust and risk six meters above the ground, don't miss it when it returns to the Edinburgh Fringe for 2026!

Explosive Science Show!

Whether you're a science fanatic or just looking for a wildly fun family day out... the Explosive Science Show delivers educational entertainment at its absolute best!

Ten Thousand Hours

Gravity & Other Myths are back again with their international smash hit show, Ten Thousand Hours, that sold out in 2025!

The Greatest Magic Show

The multi award-winning, sell-out smash hit The Greatest Magic Show is returning to Edinburgh for its seventh magical year, with whimsical wonders that the whole family will love!

Edinburgh Festival Fringe

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe returns from 7th to 31st August 2026 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste!

Edinburgh International Festival

The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 7th to 30th August 2026 with live performance throughout the city.

Foodies Festival Edinburgh

Foodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will once again return to Edinburgh's Inverleith Park in August with headliners Scouting For Girls and Symphonic Ibiza!

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns for 2026 from Friday 7th to Saturday 29th August with their new show, A Call To Gather!

Monski Mouse’s Baby Disco Dance Hall

Expect high-energy smiling to retro beats and thumping nursery rhymes when Monski Mouse's Baby Disco Dance Hall returns to the Edinburgh Fringe!

Party at the Palace

Party at The Palace is coming home this summer! The annual festival returns to The Peel, right next to the Palace, on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August!

Norton House Hotel & Spa Family Fun Day

Get ready for a cracking Family Fun Day at Norton House Hotel & Spa, featuring entertainment, tasty treats, and fun for everyone... even your four-legged friends are invited!

Monski Mouse’s Baby Cabaret

Join Monski Mouse, and her super talented friends, for a live musical singalong cabaret of nursery classics, songs, puppetry and bonkers fun!

Edinburgh International Book Festival

The 2026 Edinburgh International Book Festival returns from Saturday 15th to Sunday 30th August with the Theme 'Repair'.

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Gardens at Archerfield Walled Garden

Explore the Archerfield Walled Gardens, comprising a series of themed spaces designed to provide year-round interest, as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Edinburgh Summer Sessions: Heather On The Hill Festival

Created by Nathan Evans & The Saint Phnx Band, Heather On The Hill Festival is a brand-new family-focused one day festival taking place at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 22 August!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Amisfield Walled Garden

Amisfield Walled Garden is a large 18th-century walled garden, abandoned for many years and since transformed by volunteers. Come and visit it as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Joyful Garden

Come, slow down, and discover the simple pleasure of being outdoors together in this family garden as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Tabletop Scotland

Tabletop Scotland, a board game, card game and roleplaying game convention, returns to the Royal Highland Centre between Friday 4th and Sunday 6th September!

Edinburgh Inflatable 5k (Obstacle Course & Fun Run)

Get ready to jump, bounce, slide and swing through the World's BIGGEST and CRAZIEST Inflatable 5k Obstacle Course when it returns to Edinburgh on Saturday 5th September!

Ocean Film Festival

The Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!

The Gruffalo

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler!

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Church Hill Theatre on 13th September!

Breaking The Laws

Honouring the Scottish Commandos and raising funds for Scottish Veterans Residences, Breaking The Laws 30K offers a memorable challenge for runners further option of a scenic 10K circular walk!

Edinburgh Kiltwalk

Take big strides in 2026 and join us in the capital for Edinburgh Kiltwalk on 13 September, every step you take will make a BIG difference for the charity you love the most!

Annie

The smash-hit West End production of Annie, the world's favourite family musical, returns to the Edinburgh Playhouse in September, you can bet your bottom dollar that you'll love it!

Avatar - The Last Airbender - Film With Live Orchestra

Celebrate 20 years of an epic journey that defined a generation, as long-time fans and newcomers alike experience Avatar: The Last Airbender like never before at the Usher Hall on 6th October 2026!

Scottish Smallholding & Countryside Festival

The Scottish Smallholding & Countryside Festival is back and it's bigger and better than ever before! Don't miss this celebration of rural life at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 17th October!

Toto the Ninja Cat

Based on Dermot O’Leary’s best-selling children’s book, illustrated by Nick East, this purr-fectly thrilling tale is filled with original music, laugh-out-loud fun, and extraordinary puppetry!

Comic Con Scotland

Comic Con Scotland, one of Europe's largest pop culture conventions, returns to the Royal Highland Centre on 24th and 25th October 2026!

Support The Makers Christmas Market - Haddington Corn Exchange

Support The Makers return to Haddington Corn Exchange for their Christmas edition, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

The Scotland Card Show

The Scotland Card Show, being held at the Royal Highland Centre on Saturday 14th November, is the UK's biggest event for trading card collectors, fans, and hobbyists of all ages!

Edinburgh Gang Show

With powerful music, hilarious comedy, dramatic moments and incredible choreography, the Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the King’s Theatre for 2026!

A Christmas Carol

Chill winds sweep through the gas-lit streets of Victorian Edinburgh as Dickens' beloved classic, A Christmas Carol, comes to life at The Lyceum for their 2026 festive season!

The Adventures of Pinocchio

Join Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young in The Adventures of Pinocchio a homecoming panto celebrating the re-opening of the King's Theatre Edinburgh!

The Wee Mermaid

Dive into a splash of magic at the Howden Park Centre as fan-favourites Sam and Reece return for The Wee Mermaid, a brilliant, fishy-themed pantomime adventure for all the family!

Back To The Future The Musical

Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical, landing at the Edinburgh Playhouse for 4 weeks as part of its first ever UK tour!

Support The Makers Christmas Market - Portobello Town Hall

Support The Makers return to Portobello Town Hall for their Christmas edition, celebrating the creativity of the talented artists, makers and designers within the local community!

Step Into Christmas

This Christmas concert feel good show at Assembly Rooms on Wednesday 16th December, brings all the magic of the season to life, with all you favourite songs, you will know and love!

Kevin Quantum ‘Christmas Special’ with Guests

Magician Kevin Quantum and special guests are back with astonishing illusions and big laughs in a riotously fun and magical Christmas show for the whole family at Church Hill Theatre!

G4 Christmas

Selling out every year, G4 will be back on the road in 2026 with their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour. Catch them at the Usher Hall on Monday 28th December!

Join Scottish presenter, school gardening champion and author Helen Cross in her own garden in Netherlee, which inspired her first book, Grow Cook Inspire.

With live music and puppetry, Stories in the Dust is a funny, heartfelt and hopeful eco-fable that takes you to another world. Don't miss it at Muirend Pavilion on Sunday 24th May!

Mearns Free Church are hosting their Easter Fun Day, with lots of activities for all the family, at Belmont House School on Saturday 28th March!

The famous Kirkcaldy Links Market, Europe's Longest Street Fair and Scotland's oldest, will return to the Esplanade for 2026 between Wednesday 15th and Monday 20th April!

Join Anstruther Improvements Association on Saturday 19th September for their Harvest coffee morning, suitable for all the generations!

Moonzie House was formerly the manse to historic Moonzie Kirk, which sits a few metres away at the top of the small hill and the garden is traditional but has some surprising features.

Join Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!

Calling all 1-7 year old children and their grown-ups! Some of the country park's birds have lost their golden eggs, come and help the Mugdock Ranger to find them!

Grab a bargain at The Language Hub & Cafe's spring Flea Market on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th March where all proceeds raised will go towards the running costs of their community library!

Perfect for ages 2–7, My First Concert is a heart-warming, high-energy experience which shows how being kind, working together, and having fun can make the world a happier place!

Expect 20ft liquid nitrogen clouds, exploding oxygen & hydrogen balloons, fire tornados, bottle rockets and even a self-built hovercraft when Ministry Of Science Live comes to The Town House Hamilton!

Step into the woods with the talented cast from Folksy Youth Theatre as they bring their magical retelling of Into the Woods Jr. to Rutherglen Town Hall!

Time to look out your running shoes and get in training for the 2026 Paisley 10k and Fun Run when it returns on Sunday 16th August!

Get ready for Halloween in Paisley, where gothic creatures and macabre masterpieces await... Paisley Halloween Festival, one of the biggest and best of its kind in the UK, returns for 2026!

Renfrew Gala Day 2026 will take place on Sunday 7th June with a day full of fun, entertainment, and celebration of our local community!

Expect an exciting mix of talented artisans, handmade crafts, unique gifts, and small businesses, all under one roof at the Thistles Stirling Food & Crafts Indoor Event!

Dr. Seuss' beloved Cat in the Hat turns a rainy day into an amazing adventure at Macrobert Arts Centre that's the perfect first theatre trip for little ones!

Held on the second and fourth Saturdays each month, take a stroll down to Stirling Farmers' Market on Port Street and pick up some of the best food and drink Scotland has to offer!

Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!

AR26 Charity's Free Football For All Sessions are running between January and April, offering free fun and football on weeknights to kids between 6 and 14 years!

Scottish Arts & Crafts Fair, Scotland's biggest monthly arts & crafts fair returns for 2026 to Geilsland Country Estate, Beith!

Kinross Wildlife Watch is for kids that can't get enough of exploring the great outdoors or those desperate to find out a bit more about the weird and wonderful creatures we share our world with!

Celebrate Mother's Day in timeless elegance with a guided tour of Kelburn Castle, followed by a delightful afternoon tea in its charming surroundings!

Clarty Paws is a fun, muddy obstacle course event for people and their dogs taking place on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March 2026.

Get ready for Monster Truck Motorfest Scotland 2026! The UK's wildest family motor show and the perfect family day out is coming to Ayr Racecourse on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Culzean Castle's annual Easter Egg Trail!

Make this an Easter to remember and share special moments with your loved ones by taking part in Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's annual Easter Egg Trail!

This spring, Kelburn Castle invites you to explore the forest, rebuild the story, and draw the sword in a magical, self-led adventure inspired by the legendary tale of King Arthur!

Blair Castle & Estate will open their beautifully landscaped gardens to the public on Sunday 12th April as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Somerset Park between Wednesday 22nd and Sunday 26th April!

Get ready to jump, slide, and conquer the ultimate muddy challenge at the Auchingarrich Mud Monsters Family Fun Run on Sunday 26th April and Sunday 24th May!

Join a host of big-name authors and personalities, celebrating life stories, as the Boswell Book Festival returns to Dumfries House, Ayrshire for 2026.

Extending over two acres, the garden at Knockmarloch has been developed to provide different areas of interest, including ponds, a labyrinth, orchard, stream and more!

Barrmill Community Garden is carved from a 19th-century whinstone quarry and situated within a 1890s parkland, including enchanted woodland walks, a fairy trail, and a nature trail.

Explore a colourful maple grove, a den for the youngsters and a rockery with alpines and small rhododendrons beside the burn when Burnhouse opens as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Enjoy a visit to Crummieholm, where the current owners have attempted to transform a neglected and overgrown field into a tranquil haven for trees, shrubs, flowers and wildlife!

Set in surrounding farmland and woodland, the main structure of this garden has been in place for over 20 years with recent installations including a summer house, pergola and glasshouse.

The Kelburn Garden Party is a music and arts festival that explodes across numerous stages, nooks and spaces throughout the magical glen and stunning gardens that surround Kelburn Castle!

Enjoy a visit to three Beith Community Gardens on Saturday 18th July as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!

Explore the south facing garden at 19 Waterslap in Fenwick on Saturday 25 July as part of Scotland's Gardens Scheme!

Auchincruive is steeped in horticultural history and the gardens are going through major redevelopment to bring them back to their former glory. Visit them as part of Scotland’s Gardens Scheme!