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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Bikeability Scotland
19th March-6th May 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...
Code Ninjas
19th March-6th May 2025
Venue: Code Ninjas Edinburgh
Code Ninjas' innovative programme enables young minds to develop crucial skills in coding, problem-solving, and critical thinking through a fun, game-based curriculum. Engaging in such dynamic learning...
Crafternoons
19th March-6th May 2025
Venue: Main Hall of the Scottish Parliament
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...
Doodles Ceramics
19th March-6th May 2025
Venue: Doodles Ceramics
Doodles Ceramics are very excited to be celebrating 25 years of business in 2025. Visit the Doodles Ceramics workshop in Edinburgh with your little one or with a school or community group. They have hundreds...
Eye Spy Edinburgh
19th March-6th May 2025
Venue: Camera Obscura and World of Illusions
With five floors and over 100 interactive, hands-on exhibits there's something fun to entertain all ages. Tour Edinburgh’s streets without moving. Test your brain against mind-bending illusions. Take...
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Spring has sprung!
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Kartoon Channel's Gaming Challenge
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World Art Day 2025
Primary Times explores exciting art activities to spark imagination and creativity!