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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The Luxury of Time: Clocks from 1550 – 1750
4th October-26th January 2020
Time: 10am-5pm
Venue: National Museum of Scotland
Address: Chambers St, Edinburgh EH1 1JF
Explore the history of early British clock making in this small display. Featuring beautiful objects from the golden age of British clock making in the 17th century, these exquisitely decorated pieces...
Castle of Light
14th November-22nd December 2019
Time: 5.30pm-10pm (time slots apply)
Venue: Edinburgh Castle
Address: Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG
Edinburgh’s iconic castle will be illuminated with tales from Scotland’s past. Advance online tickets adult £20, concs £16, child (5-15) £12, family tickets £40-£68;...
Conscience Matters
14th November-26th January 2020
Time: 9.45am-5.45pm
Venue: National War Museum
Address: Edinburgh Castle EH1 2NG
Included in Edinburgh Castle admission. This exhibition at the National War Museum explores the little-known story of British conscientious objectors of the Second World War through paintings, poems,...
Five Sisters Zoo Illuminations
15th November-22nd December 2019
Time: 5pm-9pm
Venue: Five Sisters Zoo
Address: Gavieside, West Calder EH55 8PT
Illuminated trail including riverside walk, lit-up fountains, animal feeding, Santa, Japanese garden, festive refreshments. Adults £12.95-£14/95, 3+ £7.50-£8.95, 1-2 £2.50, under ones free.
Giant Lanterns: Lost World
15th November-26th January 2020
Time: 4.45pm-9pm (times slot apply)
Venue: Edinburgh Zoo
Address: 134 Corstorphine Rd, Edinburgh EH12 6TS
One mile loop of lantern displays crafted by Chinese artists using traditional techniques, themed around pre-historic creatures. Adults £17-£20, child £8.50-£9.95, under threes...
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