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Learning 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 - 31st March 2026

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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Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!

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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!

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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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Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop

Selected dates between 20th July 2025 - 9th November 2025

Join Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this two and a half hour Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop for beginners at The Crannie!

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Find Out Fridays

Selected dates between 15th August 2025 - 19th December 2025

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

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Scottish Dance Classes for Children

6th September 2025 - 6th December 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 Christ Church, Morningside!

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Kizomba Beginners Course

15th September 2025 - 6th October 2025

Learn a new skill and join Dança Kizomba Edinburgh's structured kizomba beginners course every Monday for 4 weeks, starting on 15th September!

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Have fun learning Salsa!

16th September 2025 - 28th October 2025

Join OnOne Salsa's beginner-friendly 7-week Salsa Crossbody Beginners Foundations course, starting on 16th September!

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Ready to Dance Cuban Rueda

16th September 2025 - 28th October 2025

This 7-week course run by OnOne Salsa is perfect for dancers who want to start learning Rueda Casino in a fun & friendly way!

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Learn French with Comic Books in Edinburgh

Selected dates between 30th September 2025 - 14th October 2025

Decode French comics, boost your French, and meet fellow learners over snacks & drinks at these free Edinburgh workshops run by Say Oui To Français!

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Better Dressmaking

2nd October 2025

Learn loads of tips and techniques to make your home sewing look less – well- ‘homemade’ at this 6 week Better Dressmaking Course run by Artisan Stitch!

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Edinburgh October Camp 2025 at George Watson’s College

13th October 2025 - 17th October 2025

Exercise your child's mind this October Half Term at the Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!

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Holyrood Family Adventure

Selected dates between 13th October 2025 - 16th February 2026

Discover more about Holyrood's wildlife, history and volcanic landscape with these fun filled sessions in the dramatic landscape of Holyrood Park.

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Autumn Explorers

14th October 2025 - 16th October 2025

Edinburgh Zoo's Autumn Explorer programme returns in 2025. It's a great opportunity to introduce your children to the wonderful world of wildlife at Edinburgh Zoo!

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The Space Dome

18th October 2025 - 27th October 2025

Visit The Space Dome at The Centre, Livingston from 18th-27th October and enjoy a 360° planetarium film experience through the galaxy as well as science-themed activities!

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Beginner’s Sewing Class - Weekday Workshop

Selected dates between 21st October 2025 - 28th October 2025

Join us for a full day in the sewing & textile workshop and learn how to use a sewing machine and make a fabulous cushion cover with your newly learned skills.

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Garment Making - 3 Week Daytime Class

11th November 2025

Spend 3 consecutive Thursday afternoons in the sewing studio with an expert tutor and make a stunning garment of your choice!

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Learning Events in East Renfrewshire

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

Southside Maths Tutoring

Southside Maths Tutoring

Selected dates between 8th September 2025 - 6th October 2025

Southside Maths are running extra maths teaching classes for pupils sitting National 5 and Higher at Woodfarm High School in September and October.

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Learning Events in Fife

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

Silverburn Foraging Weekend - Seaweed & Coastline

Silverburn Foraging Weekend - Seaweed & Coastline

11th October 2025

Join expert coastal forager Jayson Byles for a morning exploring and learning along the Levenmouth coastline.

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Learning Events in Glasgow

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

Viewpoints: Creative Movement for Theatre Makers

Viewpoints: Creative Movement for Theatre Makers

9th October 2025

This ten-week workshop on the Viewpoints technique is designed for actors of all levels.

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Auditioning for Drama School: Acting

Auditioning for Drama School: Acting

9th October 2025

This 10 week course focuses on preparing students for their drama school auditions and covers a wide range of topics including audition material, UCAS applications, and filming self tapes.

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The Scottish School & College Leaver Festival X National Apprenticeship Show

The Scottish School & College Leaver Festival X National Apprenticeship Show

3rd March 2026 - 4th March 2026

This dynamic event at the SEC Glasgow brings together a wide range of opportunities — from Apprenticeships and entry-level roles to Further and Higher Education, training pathways, and employment.

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Learning Events in Lanarkshire

Learning Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Beginners Sewing Course

Beginners Sewing Course

Selected dates between 4th October 2025

Always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine but just don’t know where to start? Then this four-week course from Thimbleberry Sewing could be the answer!

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Scotland’s Mental Health First Aider Training

Scotland’s Mental Health First Aider Training

16th October 2025 - 17th October 2025

This two-day training course equips you with the knowledge and practical skills to support someone experiencing a mental health issue or illness and signpost them to the most appropriate help.

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Learning Events in Stirling

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

Silver Spinner Ring Workshop

Silver Spinner Ring Workshop

4th October 2025

This creative, one-day ring making class is jam-packed with techniques and an ideal introduction to making silver jewellery.

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Scotland’s National Hero

Scotland’s National Hero

12th April 2025 - 26th October 2025

Who was William Wallace? Listen as a costumed actor gives you an insight into the life of Scotland’s National Hero.

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Silver Sea Glass Rings

Silver Sea Glass Rings

24th January 2026 - 25th January 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery for a two-day silver sea glass rings workshop for beginners and use silver and foraged beach treasures to create stunning jewellery.

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Events in Other Areas

Book Week Scotland

Book Week Scotland

17th November 2025 - 23rd November 2025
Nationwide

Book Week Scotland is an annual celebration of books and reading that takes place across Scotland, the 2025 festival will be held between between the 17th and 23rd November!

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Children's Classic Concerts
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Renfrewshire Council
Murrayfield Experience
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Sponsored Links

Murrayfield Experience
Murrayfield Experience
Edinburgh Street Historians
Fayre Play
Escape The Past
Wonder & Co
Hilton Glasgow
TGC Leisure
Hilton Glasgow
Children's Classic Concerts
Headline PR
Renfrewshire Council
Murrayfield Experience
Edinburgh Dungeon

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