Learning Events in Edinburgh in October 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
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!
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Arthur’s Secrets
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!
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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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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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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Dressmaking Course - Wednesday Mornings
This Dressmaking course run by Artisan Stitch will teach you how to make your own unique clothes that fit perfectly and improve your existing sewing techniques.
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School Lecture 2025: Medical Ethics
Curious about medical ethics? Join the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh and sit alongside some of Scotland’s top medical professionals as we discuss the role of ethics in medicine today!
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Better Dressmaking
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
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
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
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
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
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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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 are running extra maths teaching classes for pupils sitting National 5 and Higher at Woodfarm High School in September and October.
READ MORELearning 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
Join expert coastal forager Jayson Byles for a morning exploring and learning along the Levenmouth coastline.
READ MORELearning Events in Glasgow
Here's a selection of Learning Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Company Rehearsal: Musical Theatre
Our Company Rehearsal course focuses on the study and presentation of a musical as a rehearsed performance facilitated by an experienced Director, Choreographer and Musical Director.
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Acting for Camera: Professional Practice
This ten week course is ideal for those who are keen to develop both their confidence and skill in acting on camera.
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Movement: Exploring Laban
On this 10-week in person course, you will discover how to use Laban Technique not only to explore expressive physicality, but to fundamentally shift your psychological 'being' in performance.
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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:
Scotland’s Mental Health First Aider Training
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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Beginners Sewing Course
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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Here's a selection of Learning Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Scotland’s National Hero
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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Crochet For Beginners – Weekly Class
Join us at Central Scotland School of Craft for a 6-week crochet for beginners course, aimed at beginners looking to learn the art Crochet with Cynthia, one chain at a time.
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Silver Spinner Ring Workshop
This creative, one-day ring making class is jam-packed with techniques and an ideal introduction to making silver jewellery.
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