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Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh on 31 May 2025

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A PhD Research Project: Non-linear interactive picturebook reading workshop

31st May 2025 - 14th June 2025

Huiling Chen, a PhD researcher at Edinburgh College of Art, is seeking participants for a research study on Nonlinear Interactive Picturebooks.

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An Evening Of Wonder: A Close-Up Magic Show

Selected dates between 31st May 2025 - 21st June 2025

Join magician Cameron Gibson at Wonder & Co for 'An Evening Of Wonder', with magic as it’s meant to be seen: up-close, personal, and impossible to forget!

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Artie’s Singing Kettle: Scotland

31st May 2025

Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle comes to the Corn Exchange Haddington on 31st May!

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ArtSpace in the City Art Centre

25th February 2025 - 31st December 2025

Come and have fun in our family area in the Lower Ground Floor at the City Art Centre!

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Camila Ospina Gaitán: Unconquered Natures - Tropicalism

5th April 2025 - 17th June 2025

Camilla Ospina Gaitán’s new commission, at Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop, examines the logic of colonialism through the lens of orchid collection - an 18th and 19th-century practice.

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Conservation Hangar Talks

1st April 2025 - 29th March 2026

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

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Crafternoons

Selected dates between 26th April 2025 - 28th June 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!

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Craigies Farmfest

31st May 2025

Join us at Craigies Farmfest on Saturday 31st May, where farming meets full-throttle fun. It's a day out the whole family will love!

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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt

1st January 2025 - 24th December 2025

Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.

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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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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs

23rd March 2025 - 19th December 2025

Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs with Live Band & Caller, held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.

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Edinburgh Magic

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

Kevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; The Caledonian!

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Family Studio Saturdays

Selected dates between 22nd February 2025 - 21st June 2025

Studio Saturdays, at the The Palace of Holyroodhouse, are monthly hands-on artistic workshops for families who are interested in learning new ways to express their creativity.

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Farndale Avenue Comedy

29th May 2025 - 31st May 2025

Join The St Serf's Players at Inverleith St Serfs Church Centre for this comedy production taking place from 29th to 31st May!

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Free Fun Morning at Loretto

31st May 2025

Come and experience the magic of The Wild Outdoors camps in a special free event designed for primary-aged kids on Saturday 31st May at Loretto School!

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Friday Friends

25th April 2025 - 20th June 2025

Our Friday Friends programme offers a welcoming space for visually impaired and D/deaf children and their families.

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Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025
Edinburgh South

Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.

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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens

18th January 2025 - 27th November 2025

Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.

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Nurture Through Nature with Children’s Books

1st May 2025 - 7th September 2025

Delve into the Museum of Childhood’s book collection and explore the links between wellbeing and nature introduced to us through books from an early age.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent

1st May 2025 - 31st August 2025
Edinburgh South

101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.

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

1st April 2025 - 30th September 2025
Edinburgh South

Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kevock Garden

1st January 2025 - 29th December 2025
Lasswade

This wonderful hillside garden has magnificent views over the North Esk Valley with a wide diversity of plants and has featured in many magazine articles and gardening programmes.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Newliston

1st May 2025 - 4th June 2025
Edinburgh West

Take a walk round Newliston, a well preserved 18th-century parkland/designed landscape rather than a garden as such, full of mature rhododendrons and azaleas, fine vistas and allees of trees!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House

4th February 2025 - 31st July 2025
Musselburgh

Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises!

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House

5th March 2025 - 24th September 2025
Various Locations East Lothian

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.

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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs

Selected dates between 28th September 2024 - 31st May 2025

All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.

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Scottish Dance Classes for Children

11th January 2025 - 14th June 2025

Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!

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Starpic Youth Project Edinburgh

16th April 2025 - 31st May 2025

The Starpic Youth Project Edinburgh offers a variety of youth programmes delivered throughout the week and suitable for all ages.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™

5th April 2025 - 1st June 2025

Step into the enchanting world of Eric Carle's beloved story, The Very Hungry Caterpillar™, brought to life across the grounds of Edinburgh Zoo!

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The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition

31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025

Star Harmoneez MTS presents: The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition at the Howden Park Centre on 31st May & 1st June!

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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25

9th September 2024 - 15th June 2025
Various Locations Edinburgh

Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!

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WOOF! Children’s Exhibition

31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025

Morningside Gallery will exhibit work from some of the city’s youngest artists, showcasing the entries from a dog-themed drawing and painting competition.

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Woof! The Dog Show

24th May 2025 - 8th June 2025

Morningside Gallery is hosting a new exhibition of work from some of Scotland’s most notable contemporary artists, celebrating the joy, loyalty and character of dogs.

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Your Art World

10th May 2025 - 2nd November 2025

Your Art World is a colourful exhibition, showcasing the artwork of creative 3–18-year-olds from across Scotland, at the National Galleries of Scotland: National.

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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Family Fun Day

Family Fun Day

31st May 2025

Join the Pegasus Explorer Scout Unit at Giffnock United Reformed Church for their Family Fun Day on Saturday 31st May!

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Big Kid Circus: Newton Mearns

Big Kid Circus: Newton Mearns

22nd May 2025 - 1st June 2025

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show Kingdom Of Kong! Catch them at The Avenue Shopping Centre between Thursday 22nd May and Sunday 1st June!

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Giffnock’s Summer Jamboree

Giffnock’s Summer Jamboree

31st May 2025

Giffnock's Summer Jamboree, on Saturday 31st May, is set to be a summer celebration, blending the charm of a traditional Scottish gala day with the buzz of a summer fête!

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Family And Kids Events in Fife

Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 48 Rumblingwell

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 48 Rumblingwell

1st May 2025 - 1st July 2025

Welcome to the compact city garden at 48 Rumblingwell! A key feature of the garden is the many bearded and species irises (over 100) adorning each garden bed.

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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Tower

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: The Tower

1st April 2025 - 30th September 2025

Set on a hill, this one-acre Edwardian landscaped garden has panoramic views over the River Tay.

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A Tapestry of Life - Workshop and Concert

A Tapestry of Life - Workshop and Concert

31st May 2025

Jessa Liversidge returns to Leslie Town Hall on Saturday 31st May with music that's sure to touch the heart!

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Family And Kids Events in Glasgow

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

Gothic Glasgow

Gothic Glasgow

Selected dates between 2nd April 2025 - 31st December 2025

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!

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Acoustic Guitar Taster Sessions

Acoustic Guitar Taster Sessions

Selected dates between 31st May 2025 - 21st June 2025

Join Music Broth's fabulous guitar tutor, Kenny for some fun Acoustic Guitar taster sessions at Ibrox Library!

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Discover! Weekend Sessions

Discover! Weekend Sessions

Selected dates between 4th January 2025 - 28th December 2025

Join The Burrell Collection each weekend for a free drop in family session where you can get hands on and find out more about the collection through crafts, music and object handling!

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Family And Kids Events in Lanarkshire

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

Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Strathaven Miniature Railway Season

Selected dates between 29th March 2025 - 28th September 2025

Strathaven Miniature Railway reopens for the 2025 season in March and will run every weekend until the end of September!

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Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Saturday Crafts at North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre

Selected dates between 11th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre hold a range of fun arts and crafts activities every Saturday afternoon for children!

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LEGO Animation Club

LEGO Animation Club

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

LEGO Animation Club is a brilliant way for kids to learn about creating their own animation work and have a great time among fellow LEGO fans!

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Family And Kids Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions

Selected dates between 6th January 2025 - 20th December 2025

Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!

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Picnic In The Jungle

Picnic In The Jungle

31st May 2025

Fundraising event, a Picnic In The Jungle, is being held at The Three Churches on 31st May... come along and meet and interact with a variety of animals and birds!

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Sma’ Shot Cottages

Sma’ Shot Cottages

Selected dates between 2nd April 2025 - 27th September 2025

The Sma' Shot Cottages are a major attraction in the Renfrewshire area, providing visitors with an insight into two distinct periods of Paisley's weaving history!

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Family And Kids Events in Stirling

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

Dance Connection - DC 25

Dance Connection - DC 25

31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025

DC 25 is a spectacular showcase featuring 500 pupils across four shows from our Stirling and Callander branches.

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Preschool Activities With Active Stirling

Preschool Activities With Active Stirling

30th April 2025 - 19th December 2025

Come along to The PEAK, Stirling for three very different, but fun, weekly preschool sports activities!

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Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree

Scotlands Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Thorntree

5th February 2025 - 1st September 2025

Thorntree is an inspiring garden to visit at any time of the year. From the garden you can see panoramic views from Aberfoyle and the hills beyond to Doune.

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Events in Other Areas

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Ocean Flow invites you to this 3 hour retreat at Kirknewton Village Hall on Sunday 13th July.
Scottish Memories Live - with Ross King and Jay Crawford
Popular podcast Scottish Memories is back at the Scottish Storytelling Centre with its second live event on 12th July, featuring two Scottish broadcasting legends in Ross King and Jay Crawford!

Popular Listings

Corn Exchange Haddington Edinburgh Playhouse Festival Theatre Edinburgh Howden Park Centre Livingston Kings Theatre Edinburgh National Museum of Scotland O2 Academy Edinburgh The Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh Traverse Theatre Usher Hall