Things to do with kids in Edinburgh & The Lothians

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Monkeys: Our Primate Family

28th June-30th November 2025

Venue: National Museum of Scotland

This exhibition explores the remarkable lives of our primate relatives and demonstrates how they have adapted to survive in different habitats. The exhibition brings together more than 50 taxidermy specimens,...

Tutankhamun Glasgow: An Immersive Experience

24th July-26th October 2025

Venue: SEC Centre

Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition brings Ancient Egypt to life like never before, offering a cutting-edge 90-minute journey back in time. Featuring 8-metre high video projections, VR experiences,...

Theatre & Cinema

The Bubble Show

31st July-17th August 2925

Venue: Piccolo Tent at Assembly George Square Gardens

This is an original, interactive adventure, where the fusion of magic, storytelling and science converge in a breathtaking display of bubble artistry. Whether you're a wide-eyed child or a child at heart,...

Autumn at Doodles

23rd September-16th November 2025

Venue: 27-29 Marchmont Cres

Fancy doing something fun and creative with the kids? Head along to Doodles for some pottery painting fun. They have all different shapes of pottery, from mugs and bowls, to figurines and plant pots. Dozens...

Bikeability Scotland

23rd September-16th November 2025

Venue: Various venues

Free, in-school programme that is supported by a network of qualified instructors, who are often teachers, parents, and members of the local community. You can check to see if your child’s school currently...

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Creative crafts

Creative crafts

Halloween is the perfect time to bring a little magic into your home and let children’s imaginations run wild.

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Unlock a new way of learning

Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition is open at SEC Glasgow until 26th October.

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