Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh on 18 August 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
22 Mirrors - A Musical Journey Through The Tarot
22 Mirrors is an entrancing and intriguing experience, a magical journey through the Tarot. Catch it as part of the Fringe!
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A.L.Ex and The ImpRobots Present: An AI Show for Kids!
This sixty-minute, fast-paced, interactive science theatre show promises to entertain and educate 8+ audiences, featuring real robots, artificial intelligence, and a hearty dose of laughs.
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All Eyes and Ears
Thanks to All Eyes and Ears, you will learn everything about the mysterious and powerful relationship between music and cinema.
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Art Classes for Adults and Kids
Join Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.
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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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Arturo Brachetti: SOLO
Take a magical journey inside the mind of Italian quick-change legend Arturo Brachetti (Olivier-nominated), in the UK premiere of smash-hit show SOLO.
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‘Hope’ is the Thing with Feathers
This art exhibition, organised by the Scottish Ornithologists Club in collaboration with Visual Arts Scotland (VAS), presents work by 34 artists inspired by birds.
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Chris Ofili: The Caged Bird’s Song
The Caged Bird’s Song, Dovecot Studios' major tapestry with Chris Ofili, returns to Scotland in Summer 2024.
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Conservation Hangar Talks
See behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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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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Daily Tours at St Giles’ Cathedral
Join a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
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Dare to Rethink Edinburgh - A Quirky Walking Tour
Join Daring Women's upbeat Edinburgh female guide for a bit of unusual history and a bit of daring rethinking. All outrageous ideas are welcome!
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Diary of a Magician
Diary of a Magician is an immersive and multi-disciplinary show that seamlessly blends magic, drama, mime, dance, clowning, and movement. Catch it at the Fringe!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Edinburgh Festival Fringe
The Edinburgh Fringe returns from 2nd to 26th August 2024 with artists and performers taking to hundreds of stages all over the city to present shows for every taste.
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Edinburgh International Book Festival
The 2024 Edinburgh International Book Festival returns from Saturday 10th to Sunday 25th August.
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Edinburgh International Festival
The Edinburgh International Festival returns from 2nd to 25th August 2024 with live performance throughout the city.
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Enjoy kid’s breakfast for free at Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
This August, families can make the most of the festival fun and enjoy a kid’s breakfast for free at the iconic Hard Rock Cafe in Edinburgh!
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Gosford House Open Days
This is a rare opportunity to see inside Gosford House, find out about its history, architecture, incredible art collection and the family who commissioned and still use it to this day!
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Gulliver’s Travels
With ingenious puppetry, stirring shanties, and sharp, relevant satire, Box Tale Soup bring Gulliver's breathtaking journey to life in this astonishing adaptation.
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Human Experience
The Artists’ Pool, a unique collective of international artists based primarily in London and Edinburgh, bring their new exhibition 'The Human Experience' to Dundas Street Gallery this August.
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Kevin Quantum: Anti-Gravity
Join Kevin Quantum at the Edinburgh Fringe as he defies the laws of physics with his astounding invention – an anti-gravity generator!
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LEGO Creativity Workshops
Calling all young creators... delve into the world of imagination on a free Creativity Workshops at LEGO® Toy Shop in the St James Quarter!
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Mendelssohn Violin Concerto
Madeleine Mitchell, acclaimed international violinist, will play the all-time favourite, Mendelssohn Violin Concerto in this exciting concert with the Orchestra of the Canongait.
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Now and Then: Dalkeith Palace - VAS Centenary Show
Visual Arts Scotland (VAS), a leading platform for national and international contemporary artists, are holding their biggest-ever exhibition in Scotland’s historic Dalkeith Palace this August.
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Once Upon a Time: A History of Children and Young People’s Nursing exhibition
This exhibition at the Royal College of Nursing explores the history of children and young people's nursing from the first children's hospitals in the 1800s to the development of family-centred care.
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Open Mic - Hosted by Matthew Rhind
Come along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!
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Pedal 4 Poverty
Wherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!
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Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join professional local photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh's Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's a fun outdoor experience perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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PHB Free Fringe Leith Arches
Get ready to immerse yourself in a whirlwind of creativity, laughter, and entertainment this August at Leith Arches - a Free Fringe venue!
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Planetarium Lates: You Are Here
Join us at Dynamic Earth for a dramatic journey to the very edge of our solar system and back!
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Play With Plants
This summer experience the joy of the botanical world at Play with Plants, RBGE’s hands-on play experience at the John Hope Gateway.
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Rosie and Hugh’s Great Big Adventure
Jam-packed with songs from Nick Cope's beloved CBeebies Popcast, Rosie and Hugh’s Great Big Adventure is a show is for 3–8-year-old adventurers – and their families!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Hunter’s Tryst
Hunter’s Tryst is a well-stocked and beautifully designed, mature, medium-sized, wildlife-friendly town garden.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Stobshiel House
The garden at Stobshiel House is effectively split into four main parts and The extensive collection of shrubs and mature trees offer a fantastic backdrop during all seasons.
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Singing Willows - a musical adventure
Discover a whimsical world of music and language with Singing Willows – A bilingual and musical adventure pour les enfants!
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Spirit Justice Exhibition
Come along to Morningside United Church this August for an exhibition by fine artist and theologian Elizabeth Gray-King!
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Summer Days at The Royal Yacht Britannia
Fun for all the family, explore the five decks of The Royal Yacht Britannia this summer, it's Tripadvisor’s No. 1 UK Attraction!
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The Black Blues Brothers
The Black Blues Brothers are returning to the Edinburgh Fringe for the fourth and final time. Don't miss the show!
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The Emu War: A New Musical
Inspired by the true events of The Great Emu War of 1932, this new comedy musical tells the story of WW1 veterans trying to grow wheat in the Australian outback.
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The Imitator
Don’t miss this opportunity to see singer/actor Julian Fontalvo, an outstanding performer with a truly unique talent, when he returns to the Fringe!
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo returns from 2nd to 24th August 2024!
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The Wind in the Willows
Enjoy a heart-warming and humorous adaptation of Kenneth Grahame's children's classic 'The Wind in the Willows' from Fringe regulars C theatre!
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Family And Kids Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Dog Day Afternoon
Bring along the VIPs (Very Important Pets) in your family and join the Whitelee Countryside Rangers for a guided dog walk around the windfarm!
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Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun
Rouken Glen Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Rouken Glen Park!
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Children’s Library Summer Events
The East Renfrewshire Libraries team have a whole summer of events for kids planned including family fun days, storytime, arts and crafts and not forgetting the annual Summer Reading Challenge!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Kirkbrae House
Visit Kirkbrae House with it's acre of walled garden sitting high in the village of Culross in the shadow of the Abbey.
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Small Business Market
Small Business Market is a monthly market based within Dunfermline's Kingsgate Shopping Centre featuring over 25 small businesses each month selling handmade crafts and more!
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Kirkcaldy Walking Festival 2024
Kirkcaldy Walking Festival is back for summer 2024 with a programme of led walks taking place from 16th - 25th August.
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
The Great Solar System Adventure
Bring the whole family and explore the wonders and perils of our Solar System in this breathtaking immersive adventure at Glasgow Science Centre's new fulldome 2D film!
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The Market at Loch Lomond Shores
Browse homemade treats, arts & crafts, artisan food & drink and local produce at Loch Lomond Shores' regular Market Days on the first and third Sunday each month!
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R-CADE Summer Retro Games
Book now and enjoy an hour of gaming in R-CADE's retro video game arcade over the Summer holidays... choose from over 1500 games across over 20 consoles from the last 40 years!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Jog With Your Dog
Kilbryde Hospice are hosting their annual Jog With Your Dog event this Summer and they can't wait to see you all there with your four-legged friends!
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Lauder On Tour
South Lanarkshire's Sir Harry Lauder Collection Exhibition showcases the famous stage performer's life and work, and his influence at the birth of the modern age of communication!
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Time Quest
This summer, embark on an unforgettable adventure with your family and friends on New Lanark's interactive Heritage trail, Time Quest!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Kilmacolm Farm Tours
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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Try Bowls For Kids
Bowls is a great sport open to girls and boys aged 8 and upwards that gets them out in the fresh air and is fully inclusive, why not join Ralston Bowling Club for one of their free Try Bowls sessions!
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Forget Me Not Memory Walk
Join St Vincent's Hospice on Sunday 18th August as they hold their annual Forget Me Not Memory Walk around Castle Semple Loch!
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Here's a selection of Family And Kids Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Loch Ard Kayak Tours Full Day
Visit sites of interest, explore and immersive in the natural beauty, learn the history on and around the Loch with the Loch Ard Adventure Centre!
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Loch Ard Canoe Tours Half Day
Join us at Loch Ard Adventure Centre for a Half Day Tour of Loch Ard in Canoes with a Guide and Instructor.
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Gorge Walking
Explore a local Gorge with one of Loch Ard Adventure Centre's instructors and learn how to move over rocks, in water, up waterfalls and through pools!
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Ayr Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale
Whether you're wishing to purchase a few hidden treasures, interested in selling or just wishing for an enjoyable day out, there is something for everyone at Ayr's Sunday Market and Car Boot Sale!
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