August 2025
Fringe by the Sea
With free circus skills drop-in sessions, clay play, sandcastle competitions, natural art sculpture sessions, story play trays, seaside science and more. Enjoy a day out at the North Berwick’s Fringe by the Sea from Friday 1 August to Sunday 10 August.
For the full line up and more information visit the Fringe by the Sea website
Gilmerton Community Centre – Family Crafts
Free crafts for children of primary age and their families on Mondays from 10am to 12.30pm. a healthy snack is available for children. No booking required.
- 11 August -candle making, confetti candles and sea glass pictures
- Resin jewellery and 3D quilling pictures
Katie’s Collage Club
Let’s get creative with cutting and glueing! Using coloured paper, old newspapers, maps and more to create pictures using different shapes and textures. The session is on Saturday 2 August and Saturday 9 August from 10am to 11.30am at
Broomhouse Street Party
A free community day filled with food, music, fringe acts, entertainment for all ages, community information stalls and more from 12pm to 4pm on Thursday 7 August at
Space @ The Broomhouse Hub
79-89 Broomhouse Crescent
EH11 3RH
For more information visit the Space at The Broomhouse Hub Facebook page or contact 07732 044 578
20 years of Hamish McHaggis: A special storytime with Linda Strachan
Enjoy a special storytime and some fun activities. There may be a visit from Hamish himself. Hear all about his adventures with Jeanie the Osprey, Angus the Pine Marten and Rupert the hedgehog. This event is free, however, booking is required. Thursday 7 August from 9.30am to 10.15am at
To book visit The Edinburgh Bookshop website
Free Football Sessions
No need to book, just join friends for some fun football sessions for Young people aged 11 to 18 years every Tuesday and Thursday between 15 July and 7 August from 1.30pm to 3pm at
Morag Hood – Dig Dig Digger
Author and illustrator Morag promises construction vehicles, lots of laughs, live drawing, craft and plenty of chances to ask questions or share your story ideas! The session is on Friday 8 August from 11am to 12pm at
Dandelions and other lost words: Family Storytelling
Imagine a world without dandelions or acorns or heather. Once upon a time a well-known Junior Dictionary lost a lot of nature words and storyteller Jane Mather has been searching for them ever since! Help Jane on her quest to rewild the dictionary in this storytelling event packed with magical nature stories inspired by the Museum of Childhood's wonderful collection of books and make a story wand to conjure the words and the worlds they describe whenever you want. This event is free, however, booking is essential. Running on Saturday 9 August at 2pm at
For more information and to book visit Museums and Galleries Edinburgh website
Adoption UK in Scotland Family Event
A great opportunity for families to meet, chat and have fun. Remember to bring your food for the barbeque, something to sit on and dress appropriate for the weather. There will be outdoor games and activities on Sunday 10 August from 11am to 2pm at
Vogrie Country Park
Gorebridge
Midlothian
EH23 4NU
For more information and to book visit Adoption UK Eventbrite webpage
Make Mess Matter
Whilst under the supervision of their accompanying adult children can enjoy all manner of messy matter in a controlled and safe environment. Matter can include Sand, Water, Dough, Foam, Bubbles, Chalk, Paint and Edible items All designed to enhance a child's creative learning experience. The session will run on Tuesday 12 August from 11am to 12pm on Tuesday 12 August at
Customer Restaurant
Ikea
Costkea Way
Loanhead
EH20 9BY
For more information visit the IKEA website
CeilidhKids at the Fringe
Family workshop suitable for children aged three to seven years with parents or carers. Enjoy simple dances that you might find at a ceilidh or Scottish country dance. Children should be accompanied by an adult who is willing to join in; one adult can dance with two children.
Tickets start from £2.50 per person.
The Ceilidh is being held on Tuesday 12 August from 10am at
For more information visit the Edinburgh Fringe CeilidhKids webpage
British Sign Language tour of The Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage
Join BSL guide Babs Brown for a free guided tour of the collections, exploring the story of Scottish Fire Heritage on Wednesday 13 August from 11am to 12pm at
The Gallery
Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage
1A Dryden Terrace
EH7 4NB
For more information visit the Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage website
PCHP’S Six Weeks of Summer
Try something new this summer with PCHP! A mix of drop-in and bookable groups to keep you active throughout the summer holidays. M Club is a friendly wellbeing support for all stages of the menopause journey on Monday 18 August from 6.30pm to 8.30pm
To find out more information and book email Hello@pchp.org.uk
Summer at Craigmillar Castle
Join Craigmillar Castle for a summertime of fun activities. All activities are free and open to everyone.
- Woodland Walk - A weekly, friendly and welcoming gentle exercise group on Mondays from 10am to 11am (Booking required)
- Nature Walk Late Summer Flowers - An introduction to identifying the plants flowering in late summer on Friday 22 August from 2pm to 3.30pm at
For more information or to book email
Big 10 Art Club
Explore Creativity. Boost your Mood. Connect with Others. The Big 10 Art Club will be a weekly space over the summer where you can unwind, connect, learn, access support and contribute to U-evolves art exhibition to celebrate 10 years of supporting young people’s mental health. All materials provided. Open to anyone age 11 to 21 years. The club will be running weekly on Friday's from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at
To find out more contact alison@u-evolve.org
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
A range of free shows is available across the city to suit all the family or take a walk up the Royal Mile and enjoy the street performers. The Edinburgh Fringe Festival runs from Friday 1 August until Monday 25 August.
For more information visit the Festival Fringe website.
Edinburgh International Book Festival
Activities for all of the family. With book signings, cafes and bars, a festival bookshop, and a children’s play area. The full programme is available on the Book Festival website. The festival runs from Sunday 9 August to Sunday 24 August. Some events are free.