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Edinburgh Zoo's Giant Lanterns
14th November-22nd February 2026
Venue: Edinburgh Zoo
Website: www.edinburghzoo.org.uk
For the first time since 2019, the spectacular outdoor lantern trail is making a comeback – this time with an underwater twist! From dazzling jellyfish to towering sea turtles, get ready to explore a...
Christmas at Doodles
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: Doodles Ceramics
Website: www.doodlesscotland.co.uk
Doodles is the perfect place to make that extra special gift this year, whether it’s a mug for Mum, some festive tree decorations or baby’s first Christmas bauble. Book in early to avoid disappointment...
Crafternoons
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: Main Hall of the Scottish Parliament
Website: www.parliament.scot
Looking for something fun to do with the kids on the weekend? Crafternoons offer a range of activities for all ages. There's no need to book, just walk in and join the sessions taking place between 11am...
Family Robotics Play
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: Little Plaza
Website: www.littleplaza.co.uk/kidsrobotics
Introduce your child to the world of robotics through hands-on exploration of robotics parts. It's a chance for them to engage in creative learning while allowing the expert instructor to assess if they...
Giants
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: National Museum of Scotland
Website: www.nms.ac.uk
Giants showcases the colossal prehistoric creatures that lived after the extinction of the dinosaurs, 66 million years ago. Discover life-sized 3D sculptures, skeletons, and fossils in this immersive,...
LS Tuition
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: 11 Harewood Road
Website: https://lydias-tuition.co.uk/
Is your child struggling with their learning? Do you feel they would benefit from, and maybe even grow to enjoy, their school environment more if they felt more supported in their educational journey?...
Lyceum Youth Theatre
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: The Royal Lyceum Edinburgh
Website: www.lyceum.org.uk/take-part/young-people/lyt
Lyceum Youth Theatre offer classes a range of classes; Play (ages 5-7), Mini's (ages 8-10), Juniors (ages 11-13) and Seniors (ages 14-18). Each session challenges members to become strong performers whilst...
PQA Edinburgh East Lothian
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: Wallyford Learning Campus
Website: www.pqacademy.com/academies/edinburgh-east-lothian
Join PQA for an action-packed morning where you’ll learn high-energy K-Pop dance moves, sing your heart out to your favourite tracks and master fun “demon combat” stage skills! Limited spaces –...
The Meadows Junior Parkrun
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: The Meadows
Website: www.parkrun.org.uk/themeadows-juniors
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 2k event for juniors (4 to 14 year olds) held every Sunday at 9.30am. Free to join but register before you first go along. The aim is to have fun. Go along and join in...
Winter at Landmark Forest Adventure Park
17th November-25th January 2026
Venue: Landmark Forest Adventure Park
Website: www.landmarkpark.co.uk/winter-at-landmark
Landmark Forest Adventure Park is open for a season of discovery and outdoor adventure. Step inside the Bamboozeleum for mind-bending illusions and interactive exhibits, or experience the quirky Wonderwood...
Jack and The Beanstalk
13th December-11th January 2026
Venue: Festival Theatre
Website: www.capitaltheatres.com
Jack and the Beanstalk will be spectacularly brought to life by sensational song and dance numbers, fantastic special effects, magic beans and bundles of audience participation in this giant of a pantomime!
Sensory Sunday
1st February 2026
Venue: National Museum of Scotland
Website: www.nms.ac.uk
Families with children with additional support needs and disabilities are invited to join this programme of sensory play sessions. Explore the museum’s collections, get creative and meet other families....
Nutcracker in Havana
3rd-4th February 2026
Venue: Festival Theatre
Website: www.capitaltheatres.com/shows/nutcracker-in-havana
Set to an exuberant Cuban reimagining of Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score, this new production features choreography by Carlos Acosta CBE and more than 20 dancers from his acclaimed company, Acosta Danza....
Horrible Histories – The Concert
13th-15th March 2026
Venue: Festival Theatre
Website: www.capitaltheatres.com
For the very first time, your favourite songs and actors from the BAFTA Award-winning CBBC TV series will be appearing live on stage in a very special production! Featuring a live band, led by the Horrible...