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Summer Holiday Events in Edinburgh on 28 July 2025

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Events in Edinburgh

All or Nothing Children’s Aerial Summer Camp

28th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Join All or Nothing at the Out of the Blue Drill Hall for amazing aerial fun in the summer holidays!

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Bluey’s Treasure Hunt

12th July 2025 - 9th August 2025

Looking for free ways to entertain the kids this Summer? Join us in-store at John Lewis Edinburgh and take part in our Bluey treasure hunt!

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Costume at court: Family dressing up

25th July 2025 - 8th August 2025

Discover some of the past fashions of the Palace with our costume at court drop-in sessions and take part in our dressing up activity!

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Crafternoons

28th June 2025 - 30th August 2025

Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to the Scottish Parliament for FREE arts and crafts sessions every day (except Sundays)!

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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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IKEA Funland - Kids Summer Saviours Quest

27th June 2025 - 12th August 2025

BJÖRN bear needs your help! Help him track down some IKEA essentials, to help him get ready for a summer of FUN!

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Join The Volcano Falls Summer Treasure Hunt

28th July 2025 - 10th August 2025

Volcano Falls is turning up the heat this summer with an all-new Summer Treasure Hunt, designed to bring a fresh twist to the classic adventure golf experience.

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Kids Go FREE at Hopetoun House this Summer!

27th June 2025 - 31st August 2025

BIG NEWS! This July and August, children aged 15 and under can explore Hopetoun House and Grounds absolutely FREE with a paying adult.

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Little Plaza Summer Multi-Activities Camp

7th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Little Plaza in Leith is hosting a Multi-Activity Summer Camp on weekdays from July 7th to 31st, it's perfect for children aged 6–10 years!

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Monday Makes

Selected dates between 7th July 2025 - 25th August 2025

This summer, join us at The Palace of Holyroodhouse every Monday in the Great Gallery to make your very own trinket box to take home.

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Multi Activities - Summer Camp

7th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Little Plaza’s All-in-One Kids Summer Camp is back, offering the perfect blend of fun and educational activities in a small, nurturing environment!

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Summer Family Fun

14th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Drop-in for some holiday fun and games at the National Museum of Scotland this summer.

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Summer Outdoor Club

7th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

Dynamic Earth’s Summer Outdoor Club is back. Join us for fun and adventure in Holyrood Park, perfect for kids aged between 7 to 12 who love being outdoors and exploring the natural world!

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Summer Surf Camp

30th June 2025 - 29th August 2025

These week-long surf camps at Lost Shore Surf Resort are the perfect way for young surfers to build confidence, learn new skills, and fall in love with the surf.

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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps - Colinton Road

14th July 2025 - 8th August 2025

Come join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!

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The Wild Outdoors Summer Camps at ESMS

30th June 2025 - 15th August 2025

Come join The Wild Outdoors for some fun this Summer, filled with excitement, learning and lifelong memories, perfect for energetic adventurers primary school aged!

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Vocal Summer School - St Mary’s Music School

27th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

St Mary's Music School will play host to their first residential vocal summer school in August, suitable for classical singers aged 14 to 18.

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Wallace & Gromit: All Systems Go

30th June 2025 - 31st August 2025

For the first time in Scotland, join beloved national treasures Wallace & Gromit for an unforgettable, interactive augmented reality experience this summer at Dynamic Earth.

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Open Pass Scotland
Escape The Past
Fayre Play
Arc Inspirations
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Wonder & Co
Tea Green

Summer Holiday Events in East Renfrewshire

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

ASN Softplay Sessions

ASN Softplay Sessions

Selected dates between 14th July 2025 - 11th August 2025

Sportykids Softplay regularly hosts exclusive softplay sessions for children with additional support needs (ASN).

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Kids and Teens Summer Art School at The Wee Art Studio

Kids and Teens Summer Art School at The Wee Art Studio

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston are running a variety of classes for kids and teens over the summer holidays!

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Summer Art School Week 8-16yrs

Summer Art School Week 8-16yrs

28th July 2025 - 1st August 2025

8 to 16 year olds are invited to join artist Rosi Nyamakanga for a Summer Art School at Newton Mearns Parish Church's Old Hall!

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Summer Holiday Events in Fife

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

Burntisland Fairground

Burntisland Fairground

31st May 2025 - 24th August 2025

Burntisland Fairground returns this summer! Situated on the links just yards from a Blue Flag beach, this traditional funfair provides all you need for a great family day out!

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Aberdour Festival

Aberdour Festival

25th July 2025 - 3rd August 2025

The Aberdour Festival is possibly the best festival of the Summer, each year playing host to an exciting and packed programme of events!

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Children’s Art Club

Children’s Art Club

21st July 2025 - 14th August 2025

Running this summer, from Mondays to Thursdays, Forgan Arts Centre's Children’s Art Club encourages kids aged between 5 - 12 years to take part in creative activities led by artists!

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Summer Holiday Events in Glasgow

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

Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Sailing Summer School

Clyde Cruising Club Dinghy Sailing Summer School

30th June 2025 - 8th August 2025

Start sailing or improve your skills at Clyde Cruising Club's dinghy training centre at Bardowie Loch, near Milngavie, where children and adults have been learning for over 90 years!

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Loch Lomond Faerie Trail

Loch Lomond Faerie Trail

4th April 2025 - 31st August 2025

Located in one of Scotland's most charming villages, join Loch Lomond Faerie Trail for a delightful adventure through our enchanting woodlands!

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Ministry of Science LIVE - Science Saved The World

Ministry of Science LIVE - Science Saved The World

28th July 2025

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

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Summer Holiday Events in Lanarkshire

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

How To Train Your Velociraptor

How To Train Your Velociraptor

28th June 2025 - 10th August 2025

Visitors to M&D's Scotland's Theme Park are in for a roaring time this summer as the family favourite destination is to host free daily dinosaur shows!

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WILDTime Family Play

WILDTime Family Play

Selected dates between 24th July 2025 - 28th July 2025

Get outdoors with your family this summer! WildTime Family Play is a fun, relaxed space where families have the freedom to get muddy and explore the natural world.

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Summerfest Hamilton

Summerfest Hamilton

7th July 2025 - 2nd August 2025

The heart of Hamilton will come alive this July for the very first SummerFest Hamilton, promising a vibrant, month-long celebration of community, creativity, and connection.

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Summer Holiday Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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

Summer Super Spotter Challenge

Summer Super Spotter Challenge

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Explore the woodland trails at RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve this Summer on this family-friendly Scavenger Hunt!

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Kilmacolm Farm Tours

Kilmacolm Farm Tours

1st May 2025 - 30th September 2025

Experience a fantastic farm animal safari from a purpose built 14 seater all weather trailer where you can enjoy the panoramic 360 degree views of this working farm in Kilmacolm!

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Making Memories Summer Holiday Club

Making Memories Summer Holiday Club

30th June 2025 - 17th August 2025

Making Memories Childcare in Paisley are running a Holiday Club for primary school age children during the Summer Holidays!

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Summer Holiday Events in Stirling

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

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bannockburn House Gardens

Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Bannockburn House Gardens

1st July 2025 - 30th September 2025

Bannockburn House, an A-listed mansion built in 1675 by Sir Hugh Paterson, now sits in 26 acres of woodland and gardens.

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Wee Skelfs Summer 2025

Wee Skelfs Summer 2025

15th July 2025 - 31st July 2025

Green Aspirations Wee Skelfs holiday club is back for Summer 2025. It's designed to let kids play in the woods and explore their natural surroundings.

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School Holiday Adventure Days with Roll Outdoors

School Holiday Adventure Days with Roll Outdoors

30th June 2025 - 12th August 2025

Drop the screens, grab the paddle, let the adventure begin on a School Holiday Adventure Day at Roll Outdoors in Callendar!

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Events in Other Areas

Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

Brick Wonderland: A Magical LEGO Brick Adventure

1st July 2025 - 31st July 2025

This summer, join Culzean Castle on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole and into the enchanting world of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, brought to life in LEGO bricks!

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Sponsored Links

Red String Agency
The Ivy
MNB
Escape The Past
Cancer Research UK
Paisley First
Great Run Company

Sponsored Links

Open Pass Scotland
Escape The Past
Fayre Play
Arc Inspirations
Link
Wonder & Co
Tea Green
Red String Agency
The Ivy
MNB
Escape The Past
Cancer Research UK
Paisley First
Great Run Company

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