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.
READ MOREJoin a volunteer guide for a 45 min to 1 hour glimpse into the history, heraldry and life of our historic Cathedral and Thistle Chapel!
READ MOREHave fun discovering Edinburgh on this award-winning, quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
READ MOREJoin 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.
READ MOREThe Scottish BMX School is offering BMX lessons for kids of all ages, currently being held at Victoria Park in Leith.
READ MOREJoin Livia for these fun, informal, chilled and small painting classes for adult and kids at Cramond Kirk Hall.
READ MOREThis 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.
READ MORECome on this walking tour and gain a unique insight into some of the daring women in Edinburgh's history!
READ MOREThe Greenhouse is a free space for the community to share hobbies and grow ideas on Saturdays between 9am and 4pm at The Hub.
READ MOREJoin Daring Women's upbeat Edinburgh female guide for a bit of unusual history and a bit of daring rethinking. All outrageous ideas are welcome!
READ MORESee behind the scenes of the work carried out in the museum’s Conservation hangar with these free talks.
READ MOREWherever you are and whatever the distance, join EMMS International in their cycling challenge this August, September and October!
READ MORECome along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!
READ MORECome along to Little Plaza for this engaging, and fun after-school Robotics club for kids in the local community!
READ MOREOn Fridays between September 6th and November 22nd, Scotland and Liverpool footballer Andy Robertson's charity, AR26, will host free football sessions at Wester Hailes High School.
READ MORELittle PLaza are excited to announce their new series of Japanese language sessions for children, running from September to October!
READ MOREAdventure, exploration, play and fun awaits for all 8-12 year olds on an Green Explorers day, running monthly with award-winning Edinburgh charity The Green Team!
READ MOREIgnite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
READ MOREAlba Flamenca Kids classes starting again on the 11th September for children who want to learn flamenco in Spanish /English in a fun and energetic way!
READ MOREUnleash your child's imagination and join us at Little Plaza this September and October for a series of fun, educational, and creative illustration workshops led by Trista Yen!
READ MORECome along to Newhailes monthly market where you'll find a fine selection of handmade goods; from jams and chutneys to pies and candles!
READ MOREGet Talking Spanish is offering an immersive and engaging experience in Spanish for children aged 0 - 2 at LifeCare Edinburgh on Saturdays.
READ MOREAll welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.
READ MOREWith the nights drawing in and halloween just around the corner, what better time to take on Edinburgh's spookiest escape room 'The Anatomist' at Escape The Past.
READ MOREThe Salvation Army Edinburgh City is holding a toddler group every Monday during term time.
READ MOREBuilding on the success of last year’s Spooky Days and the hugely popular PYO Pumpkins, Craigies Pumpkin Festival will offer delight and frights to families during the day.
READ MOREWelcome to the world of Game Changers! It's a mighty way to raise money for Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity from the comfort of your gaming chair or sofa!
READ MOREThere’s fun for all the family aboard The Royal Yacht Britannia this October where kids can listen to their own special children’s audio tour as they explore all five decks.
READ MOREJoin Blaize the Bat on an adventure through Dynamic Earth's exhibition to explore a world of wonders where creatures past and present slither, swim, flap and sting their way through life.
READ MOREEnter a world of eerie encounters and misunderstood marvels with our Science Communication team at Dynamic Earth in our free drop-in activities that everyone can sink their teeth into.
READ MOREMeet the very worst Baddies in the world! Don’t you dare to come too close to a witch, a troll and an ancient ghost!
READ MOREThe smash hit musical comedy Hairspray returns to Edinburgh Playhouse in October 2024. Don't miss it!
READ MORECome along on a guided walk to learn more about Arthur's Seat's turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
READ MOREShotts St Patrick’s Amateur Opera Group return to Reconnect Howden Park with the stage version of Disney’s classic animated film Beauty and The Beast!
READ MORETurn fear into fascination this October and join Dynamic Earth as the often-misunderstood creatures that call our planet home take centre stage!
READ MOREThe 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.
READ MOREBring your imagination to life and help IKEA Edinburgh create a whimsical display that celebrates nature and community this October Half Term!
READ MOREKevin Quantum invites you to an intimate and quite astonishing evening of magic, mystery and wonder in one of Edinburgh’s most historic and enchanting hotels; Waldorf Astoria - The Caledonian!
READ MOREJoin us at Craigies Farm for a night filled with spine tingling frights and fun - if you're brave enough!
READ MORETreat yourself this half term and visit Edinburgh Zoo's autumn market in Lemur Lodge on 12th & 13th October!
READ MORECome along to our Halloween Days at Conifox Adventure Park this October and create some pumpkin-tastic memories!
READ MOREJoin us this October for spook-tacular Halloween Happenings at Dalkeith Country Park!
READ MOREMesmerising Mechanisms is a free, hands-on exhibition on 12th October at Water of Leith Visitor Centre featuring a collection of wooden machines designed and built by Ian Graham of Colinton Clocks.
READ MOREJourney through worlds of adventure with Dance ‘n’ Tales at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 12th October!
READ MORESmyths Toys Edinburgh is hosting the official XSHOT TOUR this October giving families and friends the chance to test out the product range and make memories with XSHOT!
READ MOREThis October, award-winning outdoor charity The Green Team, will be exploring Redford Woods in Edinburgh and we’d love you to join us (if you're 8-12 years old)!
READ MOREEveryone's favourite children's theatre company The McDougalls comes to Church Hill Theatre with a spook-tacular new stage show for all the family!
READ MOREJoin Tania and her Parisian garden friends as they embark on this charming bilingual quest to find the perfect food for Lapin! For ages 3-7.
READ MOREExercise your child's mind this October Half Term at Miniversity Creative Learning Club, suitable for children age 5-12 years!
READ MORECome along to IKEA Edinburgh on 14th or 16th October and create your own tasty Halloween Haunted House!
READ MOREEnrol Your Children in a magical October Camp at the Edinburgh Steiner School, tailored for children ages 7-10!
READ MORELet your child discover adventure this October at The Wild Outdoors camps nestled in the breathtaking grounds of St. Georges School!
READ MORELooking for an action-packed week of fun and creativity this October half-term from a trusted provider? Then join Edinburgh Leisure's Multi-Sports Holiday Club at Meadowbank Sports Centre!
READ MOREWhere better to explore this year’s Big Draw than the amazing grounds of Lauriston Castle?
READ MOREFollowing the success of our half day holiday programmes during the spring and summer at Edinburgh Zoo we are delighted to announce our Autumn Explorer programme!
READ MOREThe Book of Mormon, Broadway’s smash-hit musical written by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 15th October to Saturday 2nd November!
READ MOREJoin Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!
READ MOREDon't miss this new version of a classic story told like never before, bursting with sea shanties, treasures, and a sumptuous amount of adventure!
READ MOREBring you little ones along to a weekly dance class at Dance Base in the Grassmarket, suitable for preschoolers (age 18 months +).
READ MOREDiscover real objects and stories from the Second World War in Scotland with our half term family activities at National Museum of Flight Scotland!
READ MOREThe Ocean Film Festival returns to the Festival Theatre with a brand new selection of the world’s most incredible ocean films!
READ MOREJoin storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė-Brown for a magical tale about courage and dreams at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
READ MORESam the Skull is a hilarious folk song by Harry Hagan, about a gallus Glasgow cat. Join storyteller Alastair McIver as he relates Sam’s continuing adventures!
READ MORECome along and join AR26 Charity for their free Football October Camp for local kids aged 6 - 9 years at Wester Hailes High School on 18th October!
READ MOREJoin us for our Halloween haunted house fundraiser event at Edinburgh's Barnton Bunker - Scotland's largest nuclear bunker!
READ MOREConifox Adventure Park is back with a bang this autumn with their Halloween Fireworks Nights!
READ MOREWe believe in play everyday, join us and create your own Fantasy forest inspired by our new SKOGSDUVA collection at IKEA Edinburgh!
READ MOREInspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.
READ MOREThis October we are drawing back the curtain on some of space’s dark secrets in “What’s Up? The Fright Sky!”
READ MOREDusherra, the flagship annual event of the Scottish Indian Arts Forum, returns on 19th October at the top of Calton Hill, marking its 30th anniversary!
READ MOREGet ready to embark on an exciting journey back in time as we welcome How to Train your Dinosaur shows at Edinburgh Zoo for one weekend only!
READ MOREBecome an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Edinburgh for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!
READ MOREBecome an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Livingston for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!
READ MORELooking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Edinburgh have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all ages!
READ MORELooking for some autumn fun? This year Dobbies Edinburgh have created a wonderful day out for pumpkin pickers of all breeds!
READ MOREJoin auld Auntie Bee and her long-suffering niece Bonnie McRee on a mad-cap tour of Auld Reekie, past and present, real and imagined, without leaving the Storytelling Court.
READ MOREStoryteller Ailie Finlay and artist Kate Leiper invite you to a special sensory story version of the old tale with games, actions and some simple sensory crafts.
READ MOREJoin IKEA Edinburgh in-store as you bring to life the magic of our Scandinavian Forest!
READ MOREJoin Polymorphics on 19th October for a delightful crafting experience and learn the techniques to craft your very own terrazzo masterpiece!
READ MORECome along to a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at Canongate Kirk on Sunday 20th October!
READ MOREThe legendary romance fantasy film Twilight is coming to the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour, just ahead of Halloween, accompanied by a live band and surrounded with candles!
READ MOREJoin Play Midlothian for some family Pumpkin Craft fun at IKEA on Monday 21st October! Workshops are running throughout the day and suitable for all ages and abilities!
READ MOREEnjoy a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on Tuesday 22nd October!
READ MOREMissing the feeling of community? Then come along to Krispy Kreme, Hermiston Gait on Tuesday 22nd October for a brew and a chat!
READ MOREVindication Swim dives into the extraordinary life of Mercedes Gleitze, who in 1927 became the first British woman to swim the English Channel. Catch it at Cameo Cinema Picturehouse on 24th October!
READ MOREGet ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Clambers at Royal Commonwealth Pool, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!
READ MORENordone's Academy Of Performing Arts presents Annie - The Musical at the Church Hill Theatre in October!
READ MOREEnjoy lunch and crafts at Gracemount Mansion on 25th October, then walk with storyteller storyteller Jane Mather to the Balm Well, along the route of the legendary secret tunnel.
READ MOREThis Halloween weekend come and explore some of the darker tales of our history at Edinburgh Castle!
READ MOREGet ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Scrambles at EICA Ratho Clambers, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!
READ MOREThe very first Midlothian Ghost Fest is taking place from 25th to 31st October with a series of Ghoulish Events!
READ MOREThat Feeling When is a sensory dance theatre and live music production, which asks how the seasons can be a guide to what feels good in the cycle of teen-hood.
READ MOREJoin us in IKEA Edinburgh's customer restaurant to explore the fascinating world of digital communication and online interactions on Friday 25th October!
READ MOREAs we near Halloween, St Andrew Camerata present an atmospheric evening exploring the darker side of choral music at Old Saint Paul's Episcopal Church on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREGet into the Halloween spirit this October with our exclusive morning of fun at the Edinburgh zoo!
READ MOREWhether you are a cargo bike pro or have never tried one, come and join us at our launch event for our free cargo bike library at the Bruntsfield Links on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREOver the weekend before Halloween, stop by our stretch tent by the car park to carve our animals a spooktacular gift!
READ MOREHaving toured extensively with The Counterfeit Sixties show they now bring you their unique Seventies show from a decade of glam rock through to new wave music, and everything in between!
READ MOREJoin the Edinburgh Chinese Community School on Saturday 26th October at Edinburgh Central Library's Music on the Mezzanine!
READ MOREGet into the spirit of the season and join Polymorphics for a fun workshop where you'll learn to create a spooky Halloween ghost tray with eco-resin!
READ MORECome and visit Newhailes House and Gardens Haunted Woodland this Halloween and get spooked on our eerie trail!
READ MORELooking for a fun activity with your children? The come along to Little Plaza for this Halloween origami session with Makiko on 26th October and learn how to make spooky decorations!
READ MOREJoin in the mystery and magic of Thomas the Rhymer’s story with singing and playing, but who can spot the magic treasures?
READ MOREExplore the tales of Old Edinburgh with the street caddies Ron and Fergus on this family-friendly walking tour with the ever-entertaining Macastory!
READ MOREWomen's shanty group She Shanties and Edinburgh's folk and roots community choir Castle Chorus share their favourite songs of the sea at this concert on 26th October at Leith Arches!
READ MORECome and hear the Edinburgh Singers, one of Edinburgh’s most dynamic choirs, as they perform a varied programme of music celebrating historical themes in contemporary musical settings!
READ MOREJoin us for a delightful autumn stroll through the scenic Hopetoun Grounds on Sunday 27th October, where you’ll discover the incredible variety of fungi that flourish here.
READ MOREThis Halloween come and enjoy some spooky activities in our historic castle. This will be a fun filled event with something for all the family.
READ MOREJoin Mud & Marsh Jewellery Design for this spooky two hour Halloween Polymer Clay Jewellery Workshop at The Crannie on 27th October!
READ MOREJoin us for a spooktacular morning of fun at the annual Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh Lil’ Monsters Breakfast on Sunday, October 27th!
READ MORECalling all little ghouls and goblins! It’s time for our Little Devils Halloween Party at The Three Sisters Bar!
READ MOREThis concert is a tribute by Dumfries-based chamber choir The Balliol Singers under their director, acclaimed pianist Katharine Durran, to the late Edinburgh composer Tom Cunningham.
READ MOREYou can expect lots of spooktacular treats from the RSNO and the Youth Chorus with this spine-tingling concert for the whole family at the Usher Hall!
READ MOREJoin storytellers Allison Galbraith, David Hughes and Alette Willis to explore the Royal Botanic Gardens, unearthing stories along the way, for an afternoon of fun and magic!
READ MOREJoin a range of amazing storytellers for an afternoon of fun and magic for all ages at the Royal Botanic Gardens as part of Scottish International Storytelling Festival on 27th October!
READ MOREImmerse yourself in the beauty of Hopetoun Grounds this autumn with a guided walk that explores the fascinating ecology and folklore of this historic landscape’s trees.
READ MOREAre you a budding young singer, aged 13-18, with a passion for classical voice? Then join us at St Marys Music School for our Vocal Taster Day on Sunday 27th October!
READ MOREGet ready for the spookiest night of the year! Our wicked soft-play centre, Tumbles at Portobello, is opening it's doors for afternoons packed with tricks and treats!
READ MOREThe Edinburgh Gang Show returns to the Festival Theatre in November 2024 for another brilliant week of making memories and bringing joy to Edinburgh!
READ MOREJoin us in store at IKEA Edinburgh for a spooktacular Halloween bash! Get ready for a night of frightening fun and eerie entertainment.
READ MOREJoin our Cathedral Consort on 30th October for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them, in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!
READ MORESilent Screen Scotland returns with 'Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening', a candlelit screening of Nosferatu accompanied by live score in the gothic surroundings of St. Vincent's Chapel.
READ MOREPlease come along to our blood splattering Higgs Halloween on Thursday the 31st of October at the Medical School, University of Edinburgh!
READ MOREJoin P7 children from St Johns Primary and their parents for their Halloween Trail fundraiser, Lockerdoom, at Barrhead Waterworks on Friday 25th October!
READ MORETwo local community groups, The Barrhead Artists and The Levern Camera Club of Barrhead, jointly present an Art Exhibition & Photography sale of their member's recent works!
READ MOREThe Glasgow Southern Art Club are holding an exhibition of original art, incorporating fundraising for Mearns Kirk Helping Hands!
READ MOREGet ready for a night of fun, food, and fantasy as you immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Wonderland while enjoying delicious food inspired by the film.
READ MOREGet ready for an electrifying night of magic, laughter, and mind-blowing illusions at “An Evening of Magic” at the Lochgelly Centre on 26th October!
READ MORECome along to the monthly Cupar Market in Crossgate with its independent producers and creatives!
READ MOREJoin Creative Bloc at their brand new ceramics studio in Maryhill and get into the seasonal spirit by making your own Halloween ceramic miniatures!
READ MOREJoin Gothic Glasgow's sinister host Vincent (The Man in the Hat), for a unique evening walking tour uncovering Glasgow's ghostly, strange, supernatural, creepy history!
READ MOREVictoria Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Victoria Park in the West End of Glasgow!
READ MOREThe Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at venues across Lanarkshire!
READ MOREDiscovering Hartwood is a day long free open house event at Shotts Community Centre as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival!
READ MOREBecome an official Little Scare-ling; Join the team at Dobbies Sandyholm for terrifying treats, frightful fun and petrifying planting this Halloween!
READ MOREMake Mess Matter are dedicated to giving your child the messy play party experience with no added stress or mess for you at IKEA Glasgow!
READ MORERaver Babies bring their Halloween Tour, featuring DJ Stuart McLean, to Ferguslie Bowling Club on Saturday 26th October!
READ MORELarge-scale public exhibition, The Big Art Show returns to The Art Department in Paisley between Friday 30th August and Saturday 16th November!
READ MOREOn the last Sunday of every month, Slanj-A-Va hosts the Stirling Song Club, providing a platform for musicians and songwriters to form a community and refine their craft.
READ MOREFèis Fhoirt are holding traditional music classes for young people aged 8-18 of all abilities, from complete beginner to advanced performers, on Saturday mornings at the Tolbooth Stirling.
READ MORETumble down the rabbit hole in this ballet adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s famous family story, screening at Macrobert Arts Centre.
READ MOREWhether 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!
READ MOREHave you got what it takes to conquer the Halloween trail at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum?
READ MOREGet ready for a frightfully fun time as Kelburn's Halloween Pumpkin Party returns this October with thrilling activities for all ages!
READ MOREGet ready for a magical adventure at Robert Burns Birthplace Museum's Wizard School, where you'll learn spells, potions, and enchantments!
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