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Workshops Events in Edinburgh in January 2026

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Events in Edinburgh

Rugby for Beginners

29th July 2025 - 28th April 2026

Corstorphine Cougars are running free beginners classes every Tuesday for Females of all ages who would like to try Rugby!

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Mindfulness Based Wellbeing Retreat

Selected dates between 28th September 2025 - 29th March 2026

Join The Mindful Enterprise for this reinvigorating day of mindfulness practices, in the stunning surroundings of Dalkeith Country Park.

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WinterFest

28th November 2025 - 4th January 2026

Step into the magic of WinterFest and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park!

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Book Log Bookbinding Workshop

8th January 2026

Join Cass on 8th January for a crafty evening making your own Book Log, mini pamphlet stitch book and a nifty ‘library book inspired’ pocket!

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1-day Introduction to Self Defence

11th January 2026

Rencounter Krav Maga is running a 1-day introduction course to self defence on Sunday 11th January at the North Merchiston Club.

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Artist Bootcamp

13th January 2026

Are you an Artist, working away in your own studio, stuck in a big of a rut, and feel like you need an injection of energy?! Well the 5 week Artist Bootcamp course is for you!

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Spring Term - After School Art, P3-P5

13th January 2026

Birchwood After School Art offers the perfect space to unwind and develop skills in a relaxed and fun environment, it's ideal for children who love to draw.

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TBC Improv UK: Intro to Improv Course (101)

13th January 2026 - 3rd March 2026

TBC Improv's 'Into to Improv Course' is your invitation to explore the fundamentals of improvisation in a supportive, playful environment on this 8 week course — no experience needed.

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Acting for Adults Taster Session

Selected dates between 14th January 2026

Ever wanted to try Acting? Come along to Out of the Blue Drill Hall for a Free one hour Acting for Adults taster session with Melodramatic Productions!

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Adult and Child Crochet Workshop

14th January 2026

This a beginners workshop at Out of the Blue Drill Hall is for children and their adults to learn how to crochet together.

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DIY Printmaking Course

15th January 2026

Learning a variety of accessible printmaking methods on this Paintbox School of Art's 10 week DIY Printmaking Course starting Thursday 15th January.

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Spring Term - After School Art P5-P7 Thu

15th January 2026

Exploring all aspects of drawing, painting and making, Birchwood After School Art offers the perfect space to unwind and develop skills in a relaxed and fun environment.

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Spring Term - Teen Art Club 2

16th January 2026

Bring along your playlist, relax and sketch Friday afternoons away at this Teen Art Club held in Birchwood Art Studio!

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Spring Term - Teens Drawing & Painting

16th January 2026

This course at Birchwood Art Studio is designed for secondary school students who want to strengthen their drawing and painting skills.

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Textured Silver Ring Workshop

17th January 2026

Come along to the Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 17th January for a fun half day course with Leith Jewellery Studios where you'll make your own textured silver band ring!

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Harris Tweed Coin / Credit Card Purse Making Workshop

18th January 2026

Join The Edinburgh Sewcial Club for this one-day workshop and make a gorgeous credit card/coin purse made from vintage Harris Tweed on Sunday 18th January.

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8-Week Mindfulness Based Living Course (in-person & online combined course)

Selected dates between 19th January 2026

This 8-Week course will be facilitated by Gary Young from The Mindful Enterprise and is based on the work of international mindfulness teacher Rob Nairn.

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Refillable Journal Evening Workshop

22nd January 2026

Join Cass for this this workshop on 22nd & 29th January and learn how to make a functional and fabulous refillable journal!

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Interior Design Masterclass

24th January 2026

Join Aleksandra J. Hannah from Skela Studio for this full-day Masterclass, perfect for anyone looking to transform their space or explore their creative side.

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Matching Pendant & Earring Set Workshop

24th January 2026

Design and create your own beautifully coordinated silver pendant and matching earrings with Leith Jewellery Studios on 24th January at Out of the Blue Drill Hall!

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Paint & Wine: Pentlands in Winter

24th January 2026

Relax in our twinkly, airy studio with complimentary fizz (or red or white) and be taken through the various steps that will help you create your own painting of the Pentlands in Winter!

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Winter Skies in Acrylics Workshop

24th January 2026

Join artist/tutor Morven Ferguson for a fun, informative and relaxed day of painting winter skies in acrylic paints at Birchwood Art Studio on 24th January!

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Workshop: Along the Banks o’ Nith with Emily Smith

24th January 2026

Join award-winning singer Emily Smith at the Scottish Storytelling Centre and learn some of the songs Burns wrote while living at his inspirational Dumfriesshire home of Ellisland Farm.

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Refillable Journal Day Workshop

26th January 2026

Join Cass to make a functional and fabulous refillable journal in this full day workshop on Monday 26th January!

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Sound and Gong Bath

28th January 2026

Leave your troubles behind for 90 minutes and drift on a magic carpet of vibrations at this Sound and Gong Bath!

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Slient Disco Yoga - Greyfriars Kirk

29th January 2026

Coyama is bringing a Silent Disco Yoga to one of Edinburgh’s most atmospheric and historic spaces, Greyfriars Church, for a night of movement, music and pure 90s nostalgia.

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Floating Sound Bath - George Watson College

30th January 2026

Coyama is bringing a Floating Sound Bath Experience to Edinburgh for the very first time on 30th January, Simply lie back, float and listen!

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Chiaroscuro - Light and Dark

31st January 2026 - 1st February 2026

In this 2 day workshop we will focus on recognising the tonal values inherent in colour, culminating in creating a still life painting in oils that emphasises and exploits the drama of chiaroscuro.

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Improv Workshop Intensives: Viewpoints, Music, Duoprov

31st January 2026 - 1st February 2026

Unlock tools for physical storytelling, musicality, and duo-based improv that deepen trust, emotion, and creative freedom in this immersive weekend intensive at Summerhall.

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Interior Design Masterclass part 2

31st January 2026

In this hands-on workshop with interior designer Aleksandra J. Hannah of Skela Studio, you’ll explore how to create functional layouts, plan lighting effectively, and present your ideas beautifully.

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Sea Glass Brooch Workshop

31st January 2026

Transform a piece of ocean-tumbled sea glass into a stunning silver brooch with Leith Jewellery Studios at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 31st January!

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Workshops Events in East Renfrewshire

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Adult Sunday Sessions: Painting Atmospheric Landscapes into the Light, In Oils

Adult Sunday Sessions: Painting Atmospheric Landscapes into the Light, In Oils

25th January 2026

Learn techniques on how to create an atmospheric, landscape painting looking against the light for great artistic effect, at The Wee Art Studio in Clarkston on Sunday 25th January!

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Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying

Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying

Selected dates between 31st January 2026 - 28th November 2026

Join Julie from Core Glow at Stamperland Community Centre for a little indulgence for the soul on this Meditation, Breathwork & Gong Journeying workshop!

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Workshops Events in Fife

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Creative Craft Club For Adults

Creative Craft Club For Adults

Selected dates between 9th January 2026 - 13th March 2026

Join our weekly Crafty Makers Club at Letham Village Hall for a brand new year of fabulous hands on crafts with creative artist Deborah Cameron!

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Needle Felting Workshop

Needle Felting Workshop

31st January 2026

Join us at The Stables, Falkland Estate on Saturday 31st January for a fun and creative session where you can learn the art of needle felting with Helen Lawrenson!

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Angel Wings Mixed Media Workshop

Angel Wings Mixed Media Workshop

31st January 2026

Join creative artist and workshop tutor Deborah Cameron at Anderson Hall, Leslie on 31st January for a magical and inspiring crafting experience as you create your own custom angel wings design!

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Workshops Events in Glasgow

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Tam O’Shanter Lino Workshop

Tam O’Shanter Lino Workshop

25th January 2026

Celebrate Burns Night with this new lino workshop at Provan Hall, illustrating a scene from Robert Burn's epic poem Tam O'Shanter!

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Drumchapel Youth Theatre

Drumchapel Youth Theatre

19th January 2026

Drumchapel Youth Theatre, open to all young people ages 5-12, is back for a brand new term at Drumchapel High School on Mondays from 19th January!

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MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff

MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff

Selected dates between 10th September 2025 - 31st May 2026

MUMS - Meet Up & Make Stuff - is a project delivering free creative wellbeing sessions for new mums led by artist Marie-Claire Lacey with a cohort of guest artists.

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Workshops Events in Lanarkshire

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

Puppy Class: Training, Socialising & Advice

Puppy Class: Training, Socialising & Advice

15th January 2026

Join Lynn from Pet Behaviour Scotland for the latest Puppy Socialising, Advice and Training Course beginning on Thursday 15th January in Airdrie.

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Chair Yoga for Every Body

Chair Yoga for Every Body

Selected dates between 7th November 2025 - 18th December 2026

Join Nicki from Superstar Yoga for some gentle Chair Yoga, suitable for all, at David Livingstone Birthplace on Friday afternoons!

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Novice Dog Training Class

Novice Dog Training Class

15th January 2026

Join Lynn from Pet Behaviour Scotland for the latest Novice Dog Training Class beginning on Thursday 15th January in Airdrie.

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Workshops Events in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

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Mini Paint by Numbers Session

Mini Paint by Numbers Session

20th January 2026

Don't miss a fun, lighthearted mini paint by numbers session at Harvies Bar in Paisley on Tuesday 20th January.

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Reiki Healing Workshops

Reiki Healing Workshops

Selected dates between 28th June 2025 - 24th January 2026

Learn how to use Reiki to help treat yourself, friends and family on one of these Reiki Healing Workshops with Adele Logan.

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Physio Led Antenatal Pilates

Physio Led Antenatal Pilates

9th January 2025 - 9th January 2026

Grace Ferguson Pilates will launch an antenatal (pregnancy) Pilates class on Thursday evenings in Paisley at the lovely SANA Yoga & Massage from January 9th.

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Workshops Events in Stirling

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

Interlocking Vortex Pendants or Earrings

Interlocking Vortex Pendants or Earrings

10th January 2026

Join us at Central Scotland School of Jewellery in a relaxed and friendly workshop where you will learn to create beautiful interlocking vortex pendants or earrings, made from a set of silver rings.

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Botanical Printmaking

Botanical Printmaking

17th January 2026

Join artist and nature enthusiast Liz Gaffney for an immersive Botanical Printmaking workshop at Central Scotland School of Craft on 17th January!

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Colourful Aluminium Cuffs

Colourful Aluminium Cuffs

17th January 2026

In this beginners workshop, learn how to create a stunning cuff bangle using aluminium, a fascinating and diverse material that is lightweight and will keep its bright colours over time.

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Events in Other Areas

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