Family And Kids Events in Edinburgh in January 2025
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Events in Edinburgh
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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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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TuFlamenco is Back with More Flamenco Magic! Course 2024/25
Ignite your passion with TuFlamenco dance classes for adults and children, now returning bigger and better!
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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs
All 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.
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Arthur’s Amble
Come along for a gentle guided walk around Hunter’s Bog and St. Margaret’s Loch and learn more about Arthur’s Seat’s turbulent past, created by fire and ice!
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Einaudi’s Piano by Candlelight: Spirited Away
Come along to St Vincent's Chapel for an immersive musical experience inspired by Studio Ghibli’s anime Spirited Away, Einaudi's meditative piano pieces, and Japanese Zen stories!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Around the World Starflyer
Try it if you dare! The Starflyer is back at Edinburgh's Christmas giving the finest, and most thrilling, views of the stunning city centre skyline!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: LNER Big Wheel
The LNER Big Wheel returns to East Princes Street Gardens to give passengers a unique perspective of our spectacular city!
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Castle Of Light
Enjoy the Defender of the Nation illuminated in a spectacular after-dark trail when Castle of Light returns with an all-new show for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle!
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Edinburgh’s Christmas: Ice Skating
Get your skates on and glide all the way up and down Edinburgh’s famous George Street on the magnificent alpine ice rink!
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Treasure Island
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh presents another epic story for the whole family - a new re-imagining of esteemed Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson’s adventure story: Treasure Island!
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WinterFest
Plan your perfect festive day out and soak up the Christmas spirit at Dalkeith Country Park's WinterFest!
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A World of Winter Wonder
Step into a world of winter wonder with seasonal activities this Christmas at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh!
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Christmas @ The Anatomist Escape Room
Looking for festive fun that's a little different? Gather your team of family, friends or colleagues and head along to Edinburgh's historical escape room!
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A Christmas Carol - Panto in Musselburgh
The Brunton and Wonder Fools present this exciting new pantomime set in East Lothian and inspired by Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas story.
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Finn Finity and the Great Christmas Maths Mystery
Follow in the footsteps of the Maths Week Scotland Mascot Finn Finity, on this interactive self-guided story set at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh.
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Lost Shore Loony Dook
Mark the start of 2025 with an inland twist on the tradition of running into the sea on New Year's Day at Scotland's new surfing destination, Lost Shore!
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New Year’s Day Triathlon
Edinburgh Triathletes welcome you to the New Year's Day Triathlon. We are truly proud of our event, this is the 28th edition of what has become a fixture in the calendar.
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Bringing Deaf Stories to Life (BSL)
Join Deaf Action for an afternoon of storytelling with Luigi Lerose, a Deaf children’s writer on 4th January!
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Royal Rhyme Time
Join us in the historic Abbey Strand Centre for our special Royal Rhyme Time sessions for toddlers.
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Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker
This winter, banish the dark skies and enjoy a visual feast as we take you and your family on a fantastical adventure with Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker!
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Crafternoons
Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Then come along to these FREE arts and crafts sessions every Saturday at the Scottish Parliament!
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Hoop Earrings with Charms - Eco- Resin Craft Workshop
In this workshop run by Polymorphics, you'll delve into the art of working with eco-resin to design and create two pairs of colourful earrings with up to ten charms that you will mix and match!
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Scottish Dance Classes for Children
Let your child explore music, rhythm, and movement in a fun and welcoming environment at the RSCDS Edinburgh's Saturday morning Scottish Dance Classes in Greenbank Church Hall!
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German Board Games Meetup
Calling all German speakers in Edinburgh! You are warmly invited to join us for the next board games meet-up at the German Church in Edinburgh on Sunday 12th January!
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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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Family Games Night
Join us in our customer restaurant here at IKEA Edinburgh for our monthly Family Games Night on Wednesday 15th January!
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Varna International Ballet - Romeo and Juliet
From the grandeur of the masked ball to the intimacy of the lovers’ balcony, this star-crossed story of duels, bitter family feuds and love that cannot be, is unmissable.
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Varna International Ballet - Swan Lake
The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting and unforgettable score.
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‘Come & Try It’ Orienteering at Cammo Estate
Start 2025 by trying something new! Edinburgh Southern Orienteering Club's family-friendly 'Come and Try It' at Cammo Estate on Saturday 18th January.
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Eco-Resin Coasters - Terrazzo Craft Workshop
In this fun workshop learn how to work with eco resin, how to mix pigments, make terrazzo chips and turn them into a colourful pair or coasters for your home!
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Monumental Treasure Hunt: West Princes Street Gardens
Welcome to the Monument-al Treasure Hunt in West Princes Street Gardens Edinburgh, a cultural & historical exploration for children & adults of all ages to enjoy.
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Varna International Ballet - Nutcracker
This most famous of fantasy ballets for all the family begins as night falls on Christmas Eve.
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Artie’s Singing Kettle - All Scottish Singalong
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable celebration of Scottish music and tradition when Artie's Singing Kettle comes to the Howden Park Centre on Sunday 19th January!
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Gretchen Peters
A concert celebrating the culmination of two days of songwriting workshops featuring the students showcasing their own work with Gretchen Peters performing a set of her own material to round it off.
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Rush Hour Chamber Music Concert 2025
Escape the Winter Chill with St Mary's Music School's Chamber Music Concert on Monday 20th January at Palmerston Place Church.
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Mary Poppins
Direct from the West End, the classic multi award-winning musical Mary Poppins comes to the Festival Theatre from 12th January!
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A Celebration of Robert Burns
Join Octavoce, Edinburgh's award winning acapella vocal ensemble, for a celebration of the songs of Robert Burns other songs of Scotland at Morningside United Church!
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Campervan Brewery presents : The Big Burns Brunch
Join the Campervan team for a family-friendly Big Burns Brunch with live trad music, Burns recitals and much more!
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City Space
Join us at the Institut français d'Ecosse on 25th & 26th January for this video installation by Donald Sinclair, featuring two films focussing on creative life in contemporary cities!
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Family storytelling: Coorie doon with Jackie Kay and Jill Calder
Poet Jackie Kay shares Scottish lullabies from her debut children's book, with interactive arts activities for families, at the National Library of Scotland on 25th January!
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Burns Family Ceilidh
Celebrate Burns' birthday with family and friends, dance Scottish dances and sing well-known songs with the Minnow Ceilidh Band on 26th January at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
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Healthy Cooking with Maria
Maria from The Edinburgh Canapé Company returns to the Cyrenians Flavour and Haver Cook School on Sunday 26th January for a cooking class exploring healthy food habits and dishes.
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Brass in the Capital
Join us for an incredible evening of live brass music as Newtongrange Silver Band teams up with The Cooperation Band for a special concert in Edinburgh on 31st January!
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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:
The McDougalls: Fairytale Fun
The McDougalls, everyone's favourite children's theatre company, return to Eastwood Park Theatre with their spectacular new winter show... Fairytale Fun!
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PRIME Football Xmas Camp
Keep your players entertained and active this Christmas with four days of footballing fun at PRIME Football!
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Giffnock Litter Pickers
Join the Giffnock Litter Pickers on Saturday mornings through the year and help remove litter from the streets of Giffnock!
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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:
Big Botanic Garden Birdwatch
Join Fife Climate Hub on 24th January at St Andrews Botanic Garden for the RSPB Big Garden Birdwatch—spot birds, enjoy nature, and hear from a bird behaviour expert!
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The Legends Of American Country Show
The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, comes to Rothes Halls for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Bluegrass Sunday Afternoon with The Fountaineers
Don't miss The Fountaineers, a Scotland-based group with roots in Scottish and American tradition, when they play Crail Community Hall on Sunday 26th January!
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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:
Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies Support Group - Gorbals
Glasgow Breastfeeding Buddies offer FREE breastfeeding support to families in the Greater Glasgow area, join them for their weekly support group at St Francis Community Centre on Mondays!
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Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust Guided Tours
On selected dates Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust are opening Bridgeton Garage for pre-booked guided tours!
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The Barras Market
With its iconic archways The Barras Market is a Glasgow institution, open to the public every weekend, come along and grab yourself a bargain or two!
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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:
Chatelherault Market
Held weekly on Sundays from 9.30am - 3pm, Chatelherault Market showcases the best produce Scotland has to offer!
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Dogs Trust Dog Training Classes
The Dogs Trust offer training classes for dogs at all stages of their lives, in a relaxed and enjoyable environment at venues across Lanarkshire!
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Airdrie Observatory Open Evenings
Throughout the winter months you can visit Airdrie Observatory, one of only four observatories operating in the UK, on select evenings!
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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:
Paisley’s Cosy Christmas Trail
Help find and name all of Paisley First's cute and cosy Christmas characters hiding in local business windows and you could win a prize with their FREE Christmas Trail!
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Renfrewshire Bookbug Sessions
Free, fun and fantastic! Renfrewshire Libraries run several interactive song, rhyme and story Bookbug sessions throughout the week!
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Barshaw Junior Parkrun
Barshaw Junior Parkrun is a weekly, free 2km timed run held on Sunday mornings at Barshaw Park, Paisley!
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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:
Made in Stirling Christmas Market
Made in Stirling's Christmas market is back with 42 artists and makers from all over Scotland!
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Kids Roleplay and Messy Play Sessions
Join Alba Playtime at Beechwood Scout Hall for these Kids Roleplay and Messy Play sessions!
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A Frozen Afternoon Tea
Come along to Inglewood House & Spa for Olaf's Adventure and a magical themed Afternoon Tea with entertainment from a special Arendelle resident!
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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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Burns Birthday Bash
There is no better place to celebrate Burns than at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum! Join the team on Saturday 25th January for the Burns Birthday Bash!
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