August 2025
Gilmerton Community Centre – Summer fair
Interact with live animals, face painting, inflatables, mascots, crafts, outdoor games and more at the summer fair on Saturday 2 August from 12pm to 3pm at
Gilmerton Community Centre
4 Drum Street
EH17 8QG
For more information visit the Gilmerton Community Centre Facebook page
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
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
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
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.