Primary Times - the definitive what’s on and where to go family guide of activities and events for children of primary school age. Things to do with your kids during the school holidays including arts and craft activities, music and theatre for children, parties, competitions, days out, and family attractions along with term time drama schools, dance classes, after school clubs and sports activities. Things to do at a place near you!
Things to do with kids in Edinburgh & The Lothians
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Ray Harryhausen - Titan Of Cinema
14th June-20th February 2022
Time: 10am to 5pm
Venue: Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Modern Two
Address: 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh, EH4 3DS
An epic journey into magical movie nostalgia. Without Ray’s pioneering techniques there would be no Star Wars, Wallace and Gromit or Lord of the Rings. Adults from £12, Under 12s free.
Christmas Nights
19th November-2nd December 2022
Time: 4.45pm-7.30pm (time slots)
Venue: Edinburgh Zoo
Address: 134 Corstorphine Rd, Corstorphine, Edinburgh EH12 6TS
A spectacular light trail will take you on a journey to discover the magic of Christmas spirit and Santa’s time at the zoo. Book online in advance. Adult £18; child £12 (members 14.50/£9.50), carers...
Winter Trail
1st December-30th January 2022
Time: 10am-5pm
Venue: National Museum of Scotland
Address: Chalmers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF
Pick up a copy of the Winter Trail, find the objects and join in the party celebrations through the galleries. Free, drop-in
Dino's: Fabulous Frogs
29th January 2022
Time: 10am, 1pm and 3pm
Venue: Dynamic Earth
Address: Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh EH8 8AS
We will visit the forests to learn all about what an indicator species is, go ‘pond’ dipping, and make your own froggy friend! Sessions last an hour and a half and cost £1.50. See the website for...
Dino's: Desert Discoveries
5th February 2022
Time: 10am, 1pm and 3pm
Venue: Dynamic Earth
Address: Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh EH8 8AS
It may rain a lot in Scotland, but some places on our planet can go for months without a drop! Find out how climate change is impacting the people that live in- and around- deserts, and learn about the...
Time to rhyme with Roger Stevens
Roger Stevens, author of the children’s poetry book Razzmatazz, helps us to understand and teach rhyme.
Midlothian family days out
For outings this Spring, look no further than Midlothian. There’s lots to offer close to home.
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