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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Van Gogh Alive UK
17th March-17th July 2022
Venue: Edinburgh West
Address: Festival Square Lothian Road Edinburgh
Festival Square in the centre of Edinburgh will host Van Gogh Alive, ‘the world’s most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience’ that exhibits the life and work of the seminal Dutch artist.
Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
13th June-31st August 2022
Venue: Royal Yacht Britannia
Address: Ocean Terminal, Leith
Clarence the corgi is looking for the perfect hiding spot! Step aboard and see if you can spot Clarence and friends in our Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt.
AccessEA Summer Camps
27th June-17th August 2022
Venue: The Edinburgh Acedemy
Address: The Edinburgh Academy - Junior School
Join one of these flexible Holiday Camps this summer located at the Edinburgh Academy Sports Hub! With over 20 camps to choose from they are ideal for 5-17 year olds.
Giraffe About Town
1st July-29th August 2022
Venue: Around Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo is working with creative producers Wild in Art to present Giraffe About Town – a large-scale public art event in Edinburgh in the summer of 2022. The event will feature more than 40 sculptures...
The Nickelodeon Experience
1st-14th July 2022
Venue: Royal Highland Centre
Address: Royal Highland Centre Ingliston, Edinburgh West
Brand new outdoor immersive event Nickleodeon Experience is launching this summer, promising to be an epic adventure for the entire family. This first-of-its-kind experience will be touring the UK from...
GIRL POWER: EURO 2022
How UEFA Women’s EURO 2022 players are using the tournament to inspire children.
Midlothian family days out
For outings this Spring, look no further than Midlothian. There’s lots to offer close to home.
Can art benefit development?
Check out our 6 tips and tricks to make your little artist feel more enthusiastic about art.
Competition time
Win a copy of Fletcher and the Rockpool and explore the glittering world beyond Fletcher’s wood!
